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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhijuan Li, Xiaodong Wu, Xian Jiang, Binbin Shen, Zhishun Teng, Dongmei Sun, Gengtao Fu, Yawen Tang
Summary: In this study, a promising strategy utilizing organometallic coordination polymers is proposed to construct highly active and stable catalysts for oxygen evolution reaction (OER). By controlling the thickness of the carbon layer, the optimized Ni3Fe@N-C catalyst exhibits low overpotentials, improved kinetics, and long-term stability. This research provides a new approach for developing efficient and cost-effective catalysts.
ADVANCED POWDER MATERIALS
(2022)
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Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yihan Chen, Longxing Su, Mingming Jiang, Xiaosheng Fang
Summary: In this study, single crystal ZnO microwires were prepared through chemical vapor deposition, and p-type conducting polyaniline polymers were coated on the surface to construct organic/inorganic heterojunction photodetectors. The devices exhibited high rectification ratio, strong response to UV radiation, and the ability to operate as self-powered photodetectors.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Wanli Wang, Jinbo Pang, Jie Su, Fujiang Li, Qiang Li, Xiaoxiong Wang, Jingang Wang, Bergoi Ibarlucea, Xiaoyan Liu, Yufen Li, Weijia Zhou, Kai Wang, Qingfang Han, Lei Liu, Ruohan Zang, Mark H. Rummeli, Yang Li, Hong Liu, Han Hu, Gianaurelio Cuniberti
Summary: Nanogenerators, which harvest energy from human body and convert it into electrical energy, have emerged as an ideal solution for self-powering of biomedical devices, accelerating their development in areas such as power supply, smart sensing, and effective treatment. Nanogenerators also exhibit microbial disinfection and biodegradation capabilities, providing multifaceted protection for human health.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wei Gao, Feng Qi, Zhengxing Peng, Francis R. Lin, Kui Jiang, Cheng Zhong, Werner Kaminsky, Zhiqiang Guan, Chun-Sing Lee, Tobin J. Marks, Harald Ade, Alex K-Y Jen
Summary: By adopting the asymmetric selenium substitution strategy and using a pseudosymmetric electron acceptor, the power conversion efficiency of planar-mixed heterojunction organic solar cells (PMHJ OSCs) can be significantly improved. The increased dielectric constant and improved dimer packing lead to lower exciton binding energy, more efficient exciton dissociation, and reduced radiative recombination loss. These findings provide an effective way to develop highly efficient acceptor materials for OSCs.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
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Chemistry, Physical
Yali Zhang, Zhonglei Ma, Kunpeng Ruan, Junwei Gu
Summary: In this study, flexible multifunctional polymer-based electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding composite films with Janus properties were prepared. The composite films exhibited excellent EMI shielding performance, mechanical properties, and electrothermal and photothermal conversion capabilities.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Shijie Li, Mingjie Cai, Chunchun Wang, Yanping Liu, Neng Li, Peng Zhang, Xin Li
Summary: Ta3N5/BiOCl photocatalyst with oxygen vacancies (OVs) in an S-scheme heterojunction exhibits enhanced photocatalytic performance under visible light, attributed to the synergistic effect of the hetero-structure and OVs. It shows great potential for water decontamination.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
M. A. S. R. Saadi, Alianna Maguire, Neethu T. Pottackal, Md Shajedul Hoque Thakur, Maruf Md Ikram, A. John Hart, Pulickel M. Ajayan, Muhammad M. Rahman
Summary: Direct ink writing (DIW) is a versatile 3D printing technique that allows printing of a wide range of materials. This comprehensive review explores the process of DIW printing of complex 3D structures and discusses its diverse applications in various industries.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Eric W. Lees, Benjamin A. W. Mowbray, Fraser G. L. Parlane, Curtis P. Berlinguette
Summary: This review explores material design strategies for controlling the transport of products and reactants in electrochemical reactors that convert CO2 emissions into chemicals and fuels, focusing on the design and development of gas diffusion electrodes (GDEs) and polymer electrolyte membranes tailored for the CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR).
NATURE REVIEWS MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Peng Zhu, Xiang Xiong, Dingsheng Wang
Summary: Hydrogen production from water splitting using renewable electric energy is a key topic for achieving a carbon neutral future. Single atom catalysts (SACs) have emerged as a new frontier in catalysis, particularly in the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), due to their high activity and excellent chemical selectivity. However, the influence of the neighboring coordinated atoms from the supports is often neglected in the classification of SACs. This review proposes a new classification method based on the type of supports and highlights the importance of the metal-support interaction and coordination environment. Structural designing strategies are also proposed to address the current challenges in SACs for HER.
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Albert A. Koelmans, Paula E. Redondo-Hasselerharm, Nur Hazimah Mohamed Nor, Vera N. de Ruijter, Svenja M. Mintenig, Merel Kooi
Summary: This Review examines the properties of microplastic particles and discusses methods of assessing the risks they pose to humans and the environment. Microplastic particles are widespread in the environment and can be found in the air we breathe and the food we eat. The lack of a risk assessment framework that considers the multidimensionality of microplastic particles compared to natural particles is a key challenge. This article reviews current understanding of microplastic characteristics and effects and proposes a method for quantifying exposure and effect thresholds using probability density functions.
NATURE REVIEWS MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jian Peng, Wang Zhang, Qiannan Liu, Jiazhao Wang, Shulei Chou, Huakun Liu, Shixue Dou
Summary: This review provides an overview of Prussian blue analogues (PBAs), including material-level optimization and their prospects in practical sodium-ion batteries. It aims to bridge the gap between laboratory research and commercial application.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yue Liu, Xinfeng Zhou, Zirui Jia, Hongjing Wu, Guanglei Wu
Summary: Polymeric metal-organic framework (MOF)-derived composites are functional materials with exceptional chemical homogeneity, designable components, and adjustable pore size. This study presents the design of laminate-stacked sphere-shaped trimetallic CoNiMn-MOFs and the successful synthesis of CoNi/MnO@C composites, which exhibit excellent electromagnetic wave-absorbing performance. The modulation of oxygen and Mn vacancies through the introduction of heteroatoms and changes in annealing temperature contributes to the improvement of electromagnetic loss capacity.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Bin Li, Xiaotan Zhang, Tingling Wang, Zhangxing He, Bingan Lu, Shuquan Liang, Jiang Zhou
Summary: This article reviews the role of interfacial engineering in inhibiting the growth of Zn dendrites and the occurrence of side reactions. Researchers have regulated the deposition behavior of Zn ions through surface modification and the addition of electrolyte additives to achieve uniform Zn nucleation and flat Zn deposition, improving the cycling stability of Zn anodes.
NANO-MICRO LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Laidong Zhou, Tong-Tong Zuo, Chun Yuen Kwok, Se Young Kim, Abdeljalil Assoud, Qiang Zhang, Juergen Janek, Linda F. Nazar
Summary: A series of new lithium mixed-metal chlorospinels are reported as solid electrolytes for all-solid-state lithium batteries, which exhibit high ionic conductivity and low electronic conductivity, showing potential for high-performance all-solid-state lithium batteries.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Martin A. Green, Ewan D. Dunlop, Gerald Siefer, Masahiro Yoshita, Nikos Kopidakis, Karsten Bothe, Xiaojing Hao
Summary: This article presents consolidated tables that provide an extensive listing of the highest independently confirmed efficiencies for solar cells and modules. It outlines the guidelines for including results into these tables and reviews new entries since July 2022. The article also includes graphs showing the progress of each cell technology over the past 30 years and an updated list of designated test centers.
PROGRESS IN PHOTOVOLTAICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Caiyue Wen, Xiao Li, Ruixuan Zhang, Chunyang Xu, Wenbin You, Zhengwang Liu, Biao Zhao, Renchao Che
Summary: This study successfully assembled double-shell MXene@Ni microspheres using a spheroidization strategy to improve microwave absorption performance. The structure offers massive accessible active surfaces and the introduction of Ni nanospikes provides additional magnetic loss capacity.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Panbo Liu, Yi Wang, Guozheng Zhang, Ying Huang, Ruixuan Zhang, Xianhu Liu, Xuefeng Zhang, Renchao Che
Summary: Hierarchical double-shelled nanotubes (DSNTs) exhibit efficient microwave absorption due to their desirable heterogeneous interfaces, multiple magnetic heteroatomic components, and hollow hierarchical microstructures.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Quanlong Xu, S. Wageh, Ahmed A. Al-Ghamdi, Xin Li
Summary: A new opinion on general design standards for S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst was recently presented, and four types of S-scheme heterojunctions were analyzed. Specifically, the critical understanding of the curved Fermi level at the interface of S-scheme heterojunction contributes to strengthening and promoting the basic theory of photocatalysis.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nan Zhang, Tao Deng, Shuoqing Zhang, Changhong Wang, Lixin Chen, Chunsheng Wang, Xiulin Fan
Summary: This article presents a comprehensive research on the key factors contributing to the poor low-temperature performance of LIBs and proposes strategies and solutions to improve it.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Hui Song, Shunqin Luo, Hengming Huang, Bowen Deng, Jinhua Ye
Summary: This article provides a comprehensive review of solar H-2 production technologies, with a particular focus on the high solar-to-H-2 conversion efficiency achieved by different routes. Comparative analysis and evaluation are conducted to assess the commercial feasibility of these technologies compared with current industrial H-2 production processes. Additionally, the challenges and prospects of future research on solar H-2 production technologies are presented.
ACS ENERGY LETTERS
(2022)
