SOLAR ENERGY MATERIALS AND SOLAR CELLS
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2024
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IF 6.3
Maoqing Tang,Cong Qi,Linfei Yue
As an environmentally friendly seawater desalination method, solar interface evaporation is considered to be a promising solution to ease the freshwater shortage. In this paper, porous Cu-Fe 3 O 4 /sodium alginate/polyacrylamide hydrogel was prepared by double chemical crosslinking method using sodium alginate, polyacrylamide and Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoparticles with good SPR effect as raw materials. The effects of Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoparticle concentration, light intensity and salt water concentration on the evaporation performance of hydrogel evaporator were studied. It was found that under the light intensity of 1 sun, the evaporation efficiency and thermal efficiency of 3.5 wt% seawater in the hydrogel evaporator containing Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoparticles with a concentration of 0.26 % can reach 64.7 % and 95.24 %, respectively. In addition, the Cu-Fe 3 O 4 /sodium alginate/polyacrylamide hydrogel evaporator has good reusability and salt self-cleaning ability. The seawater desalination experiment in real environment shows that the hydrogel evaporator with low cost benefit has broad application prospects in the field of seawater desalination.
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Surfaces and Interfaces
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2024
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IF 5.7
Shaoxi Zhang,Xiangnan Chen,Zhiyong Zhang,Xiaolong Song,Guangjun Gou
Nowadays, the practical application of electromagnetic absorbing materials required lightweight, high efficiency and especially broadband. Wherein, graphene-based electromagnetic absorbing materials had received extensive attention. The conventional design was to introduce magnetic particles onto graphene, but often lead to narrow bandwidth, hard to regulate, due to the lack of intrinsic coupling between magnetic particles and dielectric graphene. In principle, defect engineering could induce intrinsic ferromagnetism into graphene while increasing dielectric polarization loss, could be an effective means of expanding and regulating electromagnetic absorbing bands. Thus, in this paper, Cu/Fe 3 O 4 heterogeneous nanospheres was constructed onsite defect-rich graphene to realize broadband electromagnetic absorbing modulation. The optimal RL value of Cu/Fe 3 O 4 /GE could reach −45.5 dB with obvious multi-band absorption, which was mainly attributed to the synergistic enhancement of defect-induced polarization loss, multiple interfacial polarization loss, as well as collaborative multipath magnetic loss. This work provides reference way for lightweight multi-band electromagnetic absorbing materials design.
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材料科学
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电磁学
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JOURNAL OF NANOPARTICLE RESEARCH
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2017
·Vol. 19
·期 7
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IF 2.02
Han Jishu,Sun Xiaoxia,Zhao Ruiyang,Gao Hongtao,Wang Lei
Degradation of hazardous organic dyes utilizing multifunctional catalytic materials is supposed to be an efficient and promising method. Here, homogeneous Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanocomposites are synthesized through a facile and versatile one-pot hydrothermal method. The prepared Cu-Fe 3 O 4 possesses spherical structure with rough surface and average diameter of 230 nm. High catalytic activity and structure stability make Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanocomposites effectively degrade rhodamine B, methylene blue, methyl orange, and congo red. The existence of magnetic Fe 3 O 4 leads the nanocomposites to separate from the solution through external magnet and reuse for cycle degradation. And during the cyclic utilization, Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanocomposites keep high catalytic activity and, thus, could be used as an efficient degradation catalyst for the application of organic dyes.
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SOLAR ENERGY
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2024
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IF 6
Maoqing Tang,Linfei Yue,Cong Qi,Lin Liang
In order to improve the evaporation efficiency of solar-driven interface water, Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoparticles were synthesized in this work, and nanoparticle films with excellent light absorption properties were prepared by vacuum filtration. Benefiting from the combination of the nanoparticle film and the thermal insulation materials, nanoparticle film coupled with thermal insulation materials exhibits good evaporation performance. Effects of the type of thermal insulation materials (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymer (EVA), Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA), Polystyrene (PS)), the superficial density of nanoparticles (0 g/m 2 , 0.4 g/m 2 , 0.8 g/m 2 and 1.2 g/m 2 ) and the radiation intensity (2 sun, 3 sun, 4 sun) on the evaporation characteristic were studied. Results descripted that when the radiation intensity of 2 sun is used, the interfacial structure composed of the nanoparticle film with a superficial density of 1.2 g/m 2 and the thermal insulation material EVA has the best evaporation performance (evaporation rate is 2.19 kg/m 2 /h, evaporation efficiency is 68.62 %, thermal efficiency is 84.68 %). Although the addition of thermal insulation material reduces the temperature rise of water, it improves the evaporation efficiency of nanoparticle film. This paper provides a solar interface evaporation method for photothermal evaporation.
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能源工程
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ACS Applied Nano Materials
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2023
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IF 5.9
Jinqing He,Tong Dou,Shuteng Diao,Yiping Wang,Xuhui Zhao,Fazhi Zhang,Xiaodong Lei
The reduction of carbon dioxide to valuable chemical products is a hot topic of current research. In this article, Cu nanoparticle-decorated Fe3O4 (Cu/Fe3O4) is prepared by using layered double hydroxide (LDH) as the precursor. The CuFe-LDH is synthesized using the coprecipitation method and further reduced to obtain the final material Cu/Fe3O4. The uniform layered structure of LDH results in highly dispersed metallic elements in the corresponding Cu/Fe3O4, in which Cu atoms provide Cu0 and Cu+ pairs and good electrical conductivity during the reduction process with Fe3O4 as the framework. Therefore, Cu/Fe3O4 shows high selectivity for CO2 electroreduction to ethanol, in which the Faraday efficiency is 50.9% at −0.3 V vs RHE. Experimental results show that Cu/Fe3O4 generates uniformly distributed Cu+ sites during CO2 electroreduction, which is conducive to the formation of *CHO, a key intermediate to ethanol. This study provides a design method for catalysts of CO2 electroreduction with feasibility.
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催化化学
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RSC Advances
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2015
·Vol. 5
·期 91
·74575-74584
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IF 3.84
Zhenzhen Wang,Shangru Zhai,Jialing Lv,Haixin Qi,Wei Zheng,Bin Zhai,Qingda An
A novel monodispersed hierarchical nanocomposite catalyst of Cu/Fe3O4 was successfully synthesized through a short-time (just 4 h), facile, eco-friendly one-pot hydrothermal method. The as-prepared Cu/Fe3O4 nanocomposite was well characterized and the results showed that the products were spherical in morphology with diameters of about 100 nm. The BET surface area of the nanospheres was 37.16 m2 g−1, indicating that the product showed a porous character, and the major BJH pore size was 3.73 nm. The saturated magnetization of the Cu/Fe3O4 nanospheres was 48.0 emu g−1, which facilitated their separation and recovery with the aid of an external magnet. In addition, the influences of experimental parameters such as the dosage of trisodium citrate dehydrate (Na3Cit) and urea as well as reaction duration time were investigated in detail to fully elucidate the formation mechanism. More charmingly, the Cu/Fe3O4 nanocomposites exhibited excellent catalytic activity towards the reduction of hazardous organic dyes (4-nitrophenol, 4-NP; congo red, CR; methylene blue, MB) in aqueous media in the presence of NaBH4 with very fast kinetics and good stability. The relationship between the Cu precursor addition amount and catalytic ability was also established. Considering the simplicity of the operation procedure, short time, low cost as well as easy recycling of the catalyst, this preparation protocol may shed light on the fabrication of other metal oxide materials; and hopefully, this hierarchical nanocomposite may find potential applications in other domains like heavy metal removal or antibacterial applications.
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环境科学
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纳米技术
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
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2020
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IF 4.939
Chongqi Chen,Hongju Ren,Jianke Zhou,Yu Luo,Yingying Zhan,Chaktong Au,Xingyi Lin,Lilong Jiang
Two precursors, namely, p -CFO- T (tetragonal) and p -CFO- C (cubic), were fabricated by a sol-gel method via citric acid and poly(vinyl alcohol) complexation, respectively. After H 2 -reduction, the two were converted to Cu/Fe 3 O 4 catalysts of different complexions, which are named as CFO-CA and CFO-PVA, respectively. The distribution of Fe 2+ and Fe 3+ in the Cu/Fe 3 O 4 catalysts was studied by Raman and XPS techniques. It was disclosed that the distribution of Fe 2+ and Fe 3+ in Fe 3 O 4 has an effect on Cu–Fe 3 O 4 interaction and catalyst surface basicity . Compared to CFO-PVA, CFO-CA has a larger amount of Fe 3+ , which mostly sits at the octahedral sites, leading to stronger Cu–Fe 3 O 4 interaction, and a larger amount of catalyst surface sites that are of weak basicity. As a result, the critical elementary steps of WGS reaction , viz. water dissociation, –COOH decomposition and CO 2 desorption are promoted as reflected in the lower E a and higher catalytic activity of CFO-CA.
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化学工程
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ANALYTICAL AND BIOANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
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2019
·Vol. 411
·期 17
·3801-3810
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IF 3.286
Huang Yuanlin,Liang Guangzhao,Lin Tianran,Hou Li,Ye Fanggui,Zhao Shulin
The convenience of colorimetric sensors is useful for practical applications. In this work, we constructed a novel colorimetric sensor with magnetic separation ability that can be operated in nearly neutral conditions and achieve one-step detection of metabolites. Magnetic Cu doped Fe 3 O 4 @FeOOH magnetic nanocomposite (Cu/Fe 3 O 4 @FeOOH) with an oxygen vacancy was prepared by a one-step self-assembly hydrothermal method, and fully characterized by different methods. The oxygen vacancy generated by the incorporation of Cu 2+ cations into the Fe 3 O 4 @FeOOH structure was confirmed to be a vital reactive site for enhancing the catalytic activity, which opens up a new way of designing highly efficient enzyme mimics. Benefiting from its inherent horseradish-peroxidase-like activity, a simple and selective enzyme-based colorimetric sensor was developed for one-step detection of H 2 O 2 and cholesterol, and 3,3′,5,5′-tetramethylbenzidine was catalyzed by H 2 O 2 to generate a colored product of oxidized 3,3′,5,5′-tetramethylbenzidine for signaling. H 2 O 2 and cholesterol can be linearly detected in the same range from 0.01 to 0.4 mmol L -1 with detection limits of 0.0075 mmol L -1 and 0.0082 mmol L -1 , respectively. The proposed colorimetric sensor has satisfactory reusability, accuracy, and practicability in human serum samples, indicating its potential application for the detection of different metabolites in the fields of life science and analytical science.
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材料科学
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BIOMATERIALS
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2024
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Yiqun Zhang,Ni Zhang,Jianghao Xing,Yiwei Sun,Xu Jin,Cailiang Shen,Liang Cheng,Yuanyin Wang,Xianwen Wang
Chemodynamic therapy (CDT) involving the use of metal nanozymes presents new opportunities for the treatment of deep-seated tumors. However, the lower ROS catalytic rate and dependence on high H 2 O 2 concentrations affect therapeutic efficacy. To address this issue, a hydrogel was constructed for the treatment of osteosarcoma by combining Cu–Fe 3 O 4 nanozymes (NCs) and artemisinin (AS) coencapsulated in situ with sodium alginate (ALG) and calcium ions. This hydrogel can release nanoparticles and AS within tumor tissue for an extended period of time, utilizing the multienzyme activity of NCs to achieve ROS accumulation. The carbon radicals (•C) generated from the interaction of Fe 2+ /Cu 2+ with AS amplify oxidative stress, leading to tumor cell damage. Simultaneously, the NCs activate ferroptosis via the GPX4 pathway by depleting GSH and activate cuproptosis via the DLAT pathway by causing intracellular copper overload, enhancing therapeutic efficacy. In vitro experiments confirmed that the NCs-AS-ALG hydrogel has an excellent tumor cell killing effect, while in vivo experimental results demonstrated that it can effectively eliminate tumors with excellent biocompatibility , providing a new approach for osteosarcoma treatment.
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生物医学工程
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纳米技术
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肿瘤学
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Acta Biomaterialia
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2023
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IF 9.7
Xu Jin,Jie Shan,Jiemin Zhao,Tao Wang,Wei Zhang,Shijie Yang,Haisheng Qian,Liang Cheng,Xu-Lin Chen,Xianwen Wang
Infections and oxidative stress complicate wound healing. In recent years, nanomaterials with natural enzymatic activities have enabled the development of new antibacterial pathways. In this study, Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoclusters with multienzyme properties were synthesised. Interestingly, they exhibited activity similar to that of horseradish peroxidase (POD) in acidic environments but their functions resembled superoxide dismutase and catalase in neutral or weakly alkaline environments. In vitro studies have demonstrated the good free-radical scavenging activity of Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoclusters in a neutral environment. Under acidic conditions, Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoclusters combined with H 2 O 2 demonstrated good antibacterial activity against methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus ( MRSA ) and Escherichia coli ( E. coli ). The combination of Cu-Fe 3 O 4 and H 2 O 2 was found to be effective in preventing MRSA infections and promoting wound healing in animal models. RNA sequencing (RNA-seq) technology revealed that chemodynamic therapy (CDT) using nanoparticles can interfere with metabolic processes such as galactose metabolism in MRSA bacteria, destroy the transport system on the surface of MRSA , and affect quorum sensing to hinder the formation of biofilms, thus achieving effective antibacterial efficacy. The use of Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoclusters as a novel class of multi-catalytically active nanozymes in the anti-infection of disease-causing pathogens and wound healing has significant potential. Statement of Significance Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoclusters with multienzyme properties were successfully prepared by a solvothermal method. Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoclusters exhibited horseradish peroxidase (POD)-like activity in acidic environments and also showed synergistic effects similar to superoxide dismutase peroxidase in neutral or weakly basic environments. More importantly, these Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoclusters showed high biosafety with no apparent in vivo toxicity. Chemodynamic therapy (CDT) using Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoclusters was revealed by RNA sequencing (RNA-Seq) technology to interfere with the metabolic processes of MRSA bacteria, such as galactose metabolism, disrupt the MRSA surface transport system, and impede biofilm formation, resulting in effective antibacterial efficacy. The use of Cu-Fe 3 O 4 nanoclusters for anti-infection and wound healing of pathogenic pathogens has significant potential as a novel class of multi-catalytic active nanoclusters.
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纳米技术
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生物医学工程
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伤口愈合
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抗菌治疗
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酶模拟
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ACS Omega
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2025
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IF 4.3
Tai Zhou,Xue Liu,Zhimin Wu,Riley Lyu,Caizhi Peng,Hongyi Zhang,Yajing Xia
Background: Skin wound healing is a common clinical challenge, facing multiple obstacles including delayed healing, local hypoxia, and bacterial infection, which may lead to prolonged nonhealing or wound infection. Traditional therapeutic strategies mostly intervene in single factors, making it difficult to achieve synergistic effects. Therefore, developing an innovative approach to simultaneously address multiple issues is of great significance. Objective: This study aims to develop a multifunctional hydrogel patch (Cu–Fe3O4-loaded HAMA, CFH) by integrating three core functions of promoting healing, supplying oxygen, and antibacterial activity, achieving a “one-for-three” therapeutic effect to provide a more comprehensive solution for wound repair. Methods: Cu–Fe3O4 nanoclusters (NCs) were synthesized via a hot solvent method, and CFH hydrogel patches were constructed using molds. In vitro experiments were performed to verify their biosafety, antibacterial properties, and nanozyme activity. A mouse full-thickness skin defect model was established to validate the wound-healing effect of CFH hydrogel patches in vivo. Results: Cu–Fe3O4 NCs were successfully synthesized, exhibiting good biocompatibility and significantly promoting the proliferation and migration of human skin fibroblasts (HSFs). Meanwhile, the material showed excellent nanozyme activity, effectively catalyzing the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide and glutathione to remarkably improve local oxygen supply in wounds. Antibacterial experiments confirmed significant inhibitory effects against MRSA and Escherichia coli. In vivo experiments further demonstrated that CFH hydrogel patches adhered well to wounds, enabling rapid, efficient, and aseptic wound healing within 14 days. Conclusions: This study successfully developed a multifunctional CFH hydrogel patch based on Cu–Fe3O4 NCs, integrating three functions of promoting cell proliferation, improving oxygen supply, and broad-spectrum antibacterial activity. It provides a safe and efficient novel therapeutic strategy for clinical wound repair, holding important clinical application value.
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2025
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IF 9.7
Long Liu,Zhi-Jun Zuo,Yue Du,Tingkai Wu,Jinting Wu,Jian Gao,Tiansheng Mu,Yong-Chao Zhang,Xiao-Dong Zhu
The electrochemical nitric oxide reduction reaction (NORR) is a promising green process for nitric oxide (NO) removal and ammonia (NH 3 ) synthesis. Among existing catalysts, copper (Cu) exhibits relatively high activity but is less stable and does not provide enough *H to further increase the NH 3 yield. In this study, a Cu/Fe 3 O 4 electrocatalyst with synergistic catalysis was synthesized. Cu contributes to NO activation and sequential hydrogenation, while Fe 3 O 4 promotes the decomposition of H 2 O to provide more *H and jointly promote NH 3 synthesis. The Cu/Fe 3 O 4 shows a high NH 3 yield of 347.5 ± 5.9 μmol h −1 cm −2 at −0.5 V vs. RHE and high Faraday efficiency (FE) of 95.8 ± 0.4 %, superior to most reported non-precious metal catalysts. Moreover, the catalyst activity was not attenuate after the 100 h stability test. The aqueous Zn-NO battery system demonstrates concurrent energy generation and ammonia synthesis capabilities, delivering a peak power output of 9.53 mW cm −2 alongside efficient NH 3 production with a yield of 595.7 ± 5.1 μg h −1 cm −2 .
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电化学
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