Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yangping Zhang, Fei Gao, Huaming You, Zhuolin Li, Bin Zou, Yukou Du
Summary: 1D noble-metal-based catalysts (NMBCs) exhibit unique structures and superior catalytic behaviors in fuel cell reactions, but further research is needed on strategies for performance enhancement.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yogita Dahiya, Muruganandham Hariram, Manoj Kumar, Ankur Jain, Debasish Sarkar
Summary: This review discusses the challenges associated with the application of transition metal chalcogenides in supercapacitors, the importance of modification approaches, and how different strategies have contributed to enhancing their electrochemical performance. It also outlines the existing challenges and future opportunities in the field.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Pragyandeepti Behera, Satyabrata Subudhi, Suraj Prakash Tripathy, Kulamani Parida
Summary: Metal organic frameworks (MOFs), fabricated through co-ordination interaction between metal nodes and organic linkers, have attracted significant interest as photo-catalytic materials due to their special features such as high surface area, tuneable porosity, and remarkable light absorption capacity. This review comprehensively discusses the design and fabrication of MOF derived nano-materials (MDNMs) with various morphological and physico-chemical characteristics. The photocatalytic applications of MDNMs and their superiority are also described, along with detailed mechanistic pathways.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xinlong Liu, Feng Xu, Zhiyong Li, Zhiting Liu, Wei Yang, Yufei Zhang, Haosen Fan, Hui Ying Yang
Summary: MXenes, as newly discovered 2D materials since 2011, show great potential in energy storage and conversion due to their exceptional electrical conductivity, large surface areas, variety in composition, and flexibility. Hybridizing MXene with functional materials can prevent restacking and introduce synergistic functionalities. This review comprehensively discusses the application of MXene/transition metal chalcogenide (TMC) or MXene/transition metal oxide (TMO) hybrids in supercapacitors, secondary batteries, and electrocatalysis.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xi Li, Zhenjie Chen, Yongqiang Yang, Shuquan Liang, Bingan Lu, Jiang Zhou
Summary: In this comprehensive review, recent research progress on vanadium phosphate electrode materials is presented, with a focus on modification strategies based on different crystal structures and the energy storage behaviors of zinc ions in operation. Additionally, research directions and prospects are discussed.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Renata Paprocka, Malgorzata Wiese-Szadkowska, Sabina Janciauskiene, Tomasz Kosmalski, Marcelina Kulik, Anna Helmin-Basa
Summary: This review examines important research findings on the activity and toxicity of metal-based cancer drug candidates from 2018 to 2020. New multi-action platinum(IV) prodrugs and other metal complexes are designed to overcome cisplatin-resistant cancer cells. The review also discusses the use of new metal complexes for photodynamic therapy and the conjugation of complexes with conventional drugs, showcasing their new mechanisms of action.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Guilong Lu, Feng Chu, Xiubing Huang, Yaqiong Li, Kaiyan Liang, Ge Wang
Summary: The review summarizes strategies for constructing efficient photocatalyst systems and advanced techniques for investigating reaction mechanisms; discusses the application of MOFs in photocatalytic selective oxidation reactions and summarizes the role of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and corresponding regulation strategies; anticipates challenges and future developments of MOFs-based photocatalysts in this research area.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yaoyao Chen, Changhao Gao, Tian Yang, Wenjing Li, Haojie Xu, Zhihua Sun
Summary: This review mainly discusses the structural origin of ferroelectricity in 2D hybrid perovskites and explores the combination of ferroelectric polarization with other semiconducting optoelectronic activities. The prospects for the development of new photoelectronic devices using this family of ferroelectric semiconductors are also further discussed.
CHINESE JOURNAL OF STRUCTURAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Dipti Prava Sahoo, Kundan Kumar Das, Sriram Mansingh, Sabiha Sultana, Kulamani Parida
Summary: This review summarizes recent research efforts on the fabrication of LDH systems, describes the activity of various LDH-derived materials, and explains the reaction mechanisms and important parameters related to electrocatalytic water splitting.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Reza Taghavi, Sadegh Rostamnia, Mustafa Farajzadeh, Hassan Karimi-Maleh, Jinghan Wang, Dokyoon Kim, Ho Won Jang, Rafael Luque, Rajender S. Varma, Mohammadreza Shokouhimehr
Summary: This paper discusses the threat of environmental pollution caused by human activities and the application of magnetic solid-phase extraction (MSPE) in environmental remediation. MSPE utilizes metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) as sorbents and magnetic components to efficiently remove various types of organic and inorganic pollutants.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Manuel Aureliano, Nadiia I. Gumerova, Giuseppe Sciortino, Eugenio Garribba, Craig C. McLauchlan, Annette Rompel, Debbie C. Crans
Summary: This review provides a detailed description of the interactions between polyoxidovanadates (POVs) and various proteins, as well as their pharmacological actions. X-ray crystallographic studies were used to investigate the interactions between POVs and specific proteins. Additionally, the interactions of POVs with proteins related to muscle contraction, serum, oxidative stress, and diabetes were discussed. The modes of interaction for POVs include H-bond, electrostatic, H-bond + electrostatic, van der Waals, and covalent binding.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yuqi Zhang, Jack Yang, Riyue Ge, Jiujun Zhang, Julie M. Cairney, Ying Li, Mingyuan Zhu, Sean Li, Wenxian Li
Summary: Single-atom catalysts (SACs) have emerged as a promising solution to enhance catalytic efficiency and reduce costs. However, the agglomeration of metal atoms in SACs remains a challenge. Strong coordination bonds between single-atoms and their supports can address this issue. Characterization of SACs at the atomic level is crucial to identify and regulate the coordination environments of single-atoms.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
A. Khireddine, A. Bouhemadou, S. Maabed, S. Bin-Omran, R. Khenata, Y. Al-Douri
Summary: This study reports and discusses the detailed first-principles calculations of the properties of a new Zintl phase dibarium zinc diphosphide (Ba2ZnP2), including structural, elastic, electronic, optical, and thermoelectric properties. The calculated results are in good agreement with experimental data, and the compound shows potential for thermoelectric applications.
SOLID STATE SCIENCES
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Yizhong Shen, Yunlong Wei, Chunlei Zhu, Jinxuan Cao, De-Man Han
Summary: Developing efficient and portable biosensors for accurate onsite detection of food contaminants is crucial for ensuring food safety and human health. Integration of smartphone and ratiometric fluorescent strategies offers a potential solution for rapid, low-cost, reliable, and easily implementable visual detection of food contaminants, even in resource-limited areas.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Qingqing Xu, Yuanqi Yang, Junya Lu, Yuanzhe Lin, Shuaipeng Feng, Xinyi Luo, Donghua Di, Siling Wang, Qinfu Zhao
Summary: Nanodynamic therapies using nanosensitizers triggered by various activators or reactions in tumor microenvironment have emerged as attractive strategies for treating deep-seated tumors. Mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) and MSNs-based hybrid nanoparticles are promising candidates for nanodynamic therapies due to their large surface area, high pore volume, biosafety, and easy surface modification. This review summarizes the antitumor mechanisms and latest progress in the construction, modification, and application of MSNs-based nanodynamic therapies, including photodynamic therapy, chemodynamic therapy, sonodynamic therapy, thermodynamic therapy, radiodynamic therapy, and electrodynamic therapy. The challenges and prospects for clinical applications of MSNs-based ROS-activated cancer treatments are also discussed.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Zhiqiang Mao, Jianhua Xiong, Pengzhan Wang, Jusung An, Fan Zhang, Zhihong Liu, Jong Seung Kim
Summary: This article reviews the research on activity-based sensing (ABS) fluorescent probes that reveal the vital roles of peroxynitrite (ONOO-) in various diseases. ABS fluorescent probes, as a molecular imaging technique, have advantages such as sensitive and selective detection results, non-invasive and real-time visualization.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Miriam Daniel, Georgeena Mathew, Masakazu Anpo, Bernaurdshaw Neppolian
Summary: Biomolecules play a crucial role in regulating homeostasis, and their accurate detection as biomarkers is of great importance in clinical diagnosis. Electrochemical sensing, a simple and cost-effective method, shows potential for the miniaturization of healthcare devices. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), with their unique properties, have emerged as promising candidates for electrochemical sensors to detect biomolecules.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Shuyu Qian, Ziping Wang, Zhongxiang Zuo, Xiaomeng Wang, Qing Wang, Xun Yuan
Summary: Metal nanoclusters (MNCs) show promising potential for diverse sensing applications, but there is an urgent need for a systematic summary on their physicochemical properties, synthetic strategies, and sensing mechanisms to facilitate their broader utilization in various fields.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Chensi Tang, Min Cheng, Cui Lai, Ling Li, Xiaofeng Yang, Li Du, Gaoxia Zhang, Guangfu Wang, Lu Yang
Summary: This article introduces the unique properties of graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) and the latest developments in non-metal modification strategies. Non-metal modified g-C3N4 shows potential in energy-related and environmental applications, and it is important for the development of sustainable photocatalysts.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Ke Yang, Shaojing Zhao, Baoling Li, Benhua Wang, Minhuan Lan, Xiangzhi Song
Summary: Photothermal therapy (PTT) is attracting increasing attention due to its high selectivity, non-invasiveness, negligible drug resistance, oxygen independence, and minimal side effects. However, there are still challenges in its clinical application, such as effectively eliminating tumors without damaging surrounding normal tissues, and overcoming cell tolerance to heat.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
