NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
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2015
·Vol. 39
·期 11
·8999-9005
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Yingda Du,Ming Xing,Zhiman Li,Wei Guo
Along with the rapid development of modern medicine, the creation and evaluation of nanoparticulate contrast agents have attracted considerable attention of scientists worldwide. Herein, we designed and synthesized a metabolizable nano-sized contrast agent based on rod-like PEGylated gadolinium hydroxide (defined as PEG-Gd(OH)3) via a facile and economic route. Due to the high amount of gadolinium in these nanorods, these well-prepared PEG-Gd(OH)3 could provide more enhanced contrast than clinical iodine-based agents under the usual voltages in computed tomography (CT) imaging. Different from other small molecule-based contrast agents, our PEG-Gd(OH)3 exhibited an obvious liver-targeted property based on our in vivo experiments, indicating their expected usage in the detection of hepatic metastases. Long-term toxicity and possible metabolic pathway demonstrated that these nanorods exhibit overall safety and could not cause gadolinium-associated nephrogenic systemic fibrosis (NSF). With its high biocompatibility and superior contrast efficacy, PEG-Gd(OH)3 could bring more opportunities to a new generation of nanoparticulate CT contrast agents in biomedicine.
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Nanoscale
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2014
·Vol. 7
·期 5
·1963-1969
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IF 6.739
Pei Hu,Dongfang Hou,Yanwei Wen,Bin Shan,Chaoji Chen,Yunhui Huang,Xianluo Hu
Novel three-dimensional (3D) hierarchical Nb3O7(OH) nanostructures with a sheaf-like nanoarchitecture were fabricated for the first time by a hydrothermal process. Interestingly, the nanosheafs are composed of nanorods with an average diameter of about 25 nm. The as-prepared 3D hierarchical nanostructures possess a high surface area of 77 m2 g−1 with pore diameters of ca. 4.2–12.5 nm. A possible growth mechanism based on the combined Ostwald ripening and self-assembly process was proposed. It is found that both the valence-band top and the conduction-band bottom consist of O 2p and Nb 4d orbitals. Importantly, the 3D hierarchical Nb3O7(OH) nanostructures exhibit enhanced photocatalytic activity for the degradation of Rhodamine B (RhB) under UV-visible light, which is attributed to the unusual hierarchical structure, high surface area, and hybridization of energy bands.
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CRYSTENGCOMM
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2017
·Vol. 19
·期 38
·5780-5786
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IF 3.474
Kun Ding,Xiao Zhang,Juping Li,Ping Yang,Xin Cheng
Ultrathin α-Co(OH)2 nanosheets (NSs) were hydrothermally synthesized without using surfactants and templates. Interestingly, the ultrathin α-Co(OH)2 NSs evolved from graphene-like NSs to hexagonal nanoplates (NPs) and then transformed into a needle-like Co(CO3)0.5(OH)·0.11H2O phase with increasing reaction temperature and time. The phase and morphology evolution depended strongly on the CO32− ions in the solution. We ruled out the possibility that CO32− originated from the adsorption of CO2 in air and proposed the possible phase transition mechanism from α-Co(OH)2 to Co(CO3)0.5(OH)·0.11H2O, which was due to the decomposition of hexamethylenetetramine driven by dynamics and thermodynamics. The morphology evolution could be regarded as the dissolution–recrystallization–redissolution–recrystallization of α-Co(OH)2. The electrochemical behavior tests demonstrated that the ultrathin α-Co(OH)2 electrode exhibited an excellent specific capacitance of 833.4 F g−1 at 5 A g−1; however, the specific capacitance of the needle-like Co(CO3)0.5(OH)·0.11H2O electrode was 247.2 F g−1 at the same current density. This excellent electrochemical property is attributed to the crystalline phase and ultrathin nature of the materials.
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Catalysts
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2025
·Vol. 15
·期 3
·219
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Xuan Han,Chao Guo,Hui Wang,Weijuan Xu,Qinlian Liu,Qingshan Zhao,Mingbo Wu
Hydrogen production from water electrolysis offers a highly promising and sustainable route to solve the energy crisis. However, it is severely limited by the sluggish kinetics of the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) occurring on the anode. Herein, employing carbon dots functionalized with benzene sulfonate groups (BS-CDs) as a distinctive inductor, a Co(OH)2catalyst featuring abundant defects was synthesized for an enhanced OER. The highly hydrophilic nature of BS-CDs exerts a significant interfacial induction effect on the growth dynamics of Co(OH)2, fostering the formation of elevated crystal defects and a substantial quantity of oxygen vacancies. The resulting BS-CDs/Co(OH)2catalyst requires an overpotential of only 340 mV to achieve a current density of 10 mA cm−2in alkaline media, demonstrating markedly improved OER activity compared to pristine Co(OH)2and N-CDs/Co(OH)2induced by amine-modified CDs. Furthermore, the structural integrity of the catalyst is maintained, with a current retention rate of 92% observed following a 20 h stability assessment. This work provides a novel approach for developing cost-effective transition metal catalysts that exhibit exceptional catalytic efficiency and excellent stability for the OER.
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ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering
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2017
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Yan Gao,Lu Ye,Shuyan Cao,Hu Chen,Yanan Yao,Jian Jiang,Licheng Sun
Perovskite hydroxide CoSn(OH)6 nanoparticles were synthesized and used for the first time in the photocatalytic reduction of CO2 to CO. Under mild reaction conditions and using [Ru(bpy)3](PF6)2 as the photosensitizer, a high photocatalytic efficiency of 19.3 μmol for CO evolution with a high selectivity of 86.46% was obtained. The photocatalytic activity and CO selectivity were further improved by adding weak Brönsted acids, as proton sources, to the system.
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Polymers
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2024
·Vol. 16
·期 9
·1239
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Cong Yin,Yang Luo,Ting Pan,Liting Ding,Chenghuang Wang,Guoyuan Yuan,Chongxiong Duan
Recovering cobalt from waste batteries is crucial for resource recycling and environmental protection. Here, MOF-OH, a Zr-based MOF, was synthesized and merged into a polyacrylonitrile (PAN) matrix to create MOF-OH-PAN nanofibers (NFs). These NFs showed a high cobalt ion adsorption capacity of 33.1 mg/g, retaining over 90% of the capacity after six cycles. The adsorption mechanism involves Co(II) surface diffusion followed by strong bonding with functional groups. This technology enables efficient cobalt recovery from waste batteries, supporting reuse and reducing resource depletion and environmental pollution. The study provides insights into waste battery resource management, highlighting environmental and economic benefits and contributing to green resource recovery and circular economy initiatives.
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NANOTECHNOLOGY
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2024
·Vol. 35
·期 50
·505502
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Zhihua Zhao,Hepeng Zhang,Pu Chen,Guixin Jin,Lan Wu
Two-dimensional material (2D material) MXene has great application potential in gas sensors because of its excellent controllable performance and vast specific surface area. In this study, we used a straightforward in-situ electrostatic self-assembly technique to create Fe(OH)3/Ti3C2Tx nanocomposites, which were then used to fabricate gas sensors for ammonia detection at room temperature (25 °C). Several characterization methods were performed aimed at determining the surface appearance and construction of the nanocomposites, and the sensing characteristics and mechanism were also systematically examined. The findings demonstrate the effective incorporation of amorphous Fe(OH)3 nanoparticles on the surface of Ti3C2Tx. Additionally the nanocomposites of Fe(OH)3/Ti3C2Tx have considerably higher specific surface area than pure Ti3C2Tx, hence offering more active NH3 adsorption sites. The response of the sensor to 100 ppm NH3 was 48.6% at room temperature, which was 9.3 times more higher than that of pure Ti3C2Tx. The sensors also have the advantages of long-term stability (33 d), low NH3 detection limit (500 ppb), and rapid recovery time (85 s) and response times (78 s). It is anticipated that this work will be helpful for developing the new generation of wearable ammonia sensors at room temperature.
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CRYSTAL GROWTH & DESIGN
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2024
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Huiqin Ma,Zhuxiang Mao,Wen Liu,Yahao Zhao,Peng Liu,Difu Zhan,Qian Fu,Yizhong Huang,Changcun Han
ZnIn2S4 (ZIS) is an N-type direct bandgap semiconductor material with a visible light response, which exhibits excellent photocatalytic water-splitting performance. To enhance ZIS-based photocatalysts, heterojunction construction and cocatalyst loading methods have been explored extensively. In this research, a Co9S8/ZnIn2S4 (CS/ZIS) heterojunction was successfully synthesized via a solvothermal method, and then Ni(OH)2 nanoparticles were successfully loaded on CS/ZIS by photodeposition, yielding the Ni(OH)2/CS/ZIS photocatalyst. Our findings reveal tight coupling of ZIS nanosheets with the CS surface, establishing an effectively constructed heterojunction structure that enhances interface charge transfer and light absorption. The synergistic effect of CS and Ni(OH)2 significantly boosts the photocatalytic hydrogen production of ZIS composites. The optimum hydrogen production rate of CS/ZIS is 10.06 mmol·h–1·g–1 and that of Ni(OH)2/CS/ZIS reaches 12.92 mmol·h–1·g–1, a 11.9-fold increase over pure ZIS, with exceptional light stability. Furthermore, we discuss the photocatalytic reaction mechanism based on the experimental and characterization results. This work presents a novel approach to designing highly efficient photocatalysts using ZnIn2S4, aimed at enhancing the conversion of solar energy into chemical energy.
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ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering
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2024
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Ang Li,Huiying Qiu,Zhaohui Wang,Yanzhi Sun,Yang Tang,Pingyu Wan,Haomin Jiang,Yongmei Chen
Converting methane (CH4), the greenhouse gas, into high-value liquid oxygenates by an electrochemical method under mild conditions is a desired technology for establishing an energy- and environment-sustainable society. However, challenges from the competition of the oxygen evolution reaction and selectivity of the desired products still exist. Here we report the catalytic performance of Cu2O/CuO for electrochemical conversion of methane into ethanol (CH3CH2OH). Density functional theory calculations demonstrated that the Cu2O/CuO interface enables efficient CH4 adsorption, which provides an effective pathway for methane utilization under mild conditions. Based on electrochemical studies and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) measurement results, it is confirmed that the activated CH4 is converted to CH3CH2OH by reaction with active oxygen species (•OH radicals) electrogenerated in situ through the water oxidation reaction over Cu2O/CuO on the anode. Under the optimized conditions, a Faraday efficiency (FE) of 21.1% and a production rate of 126.7 μmol gcat–1 h–1 at ambient pressure for CH3CH2OH production were obtained, and the FE remained ∼19.0% at 2.2 V cell voltage during 8 h of electrolysis. When the pressure in the bath was lifted to 4.0 bar, the production rate of 441.3 μmol gcat–1 h–1 with an FE of 69.2% was obtained due to the higher solubility of CH4 in aqueous solution.
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COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS
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2024
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Qixiong Zhang,Yafei Hou,Qi Yang,Jing Cuan,Weiping Li
High energy storage in multilayer composites is pivotal for the progress of advanced electronic and power device systems, however, the uneven distribution of electric fields caused by significant dielectric contrast between adjacent layers limits its potential gaining in energy density. Through incorporating transition layers into multilayer composites to mitigate interlayer dielectric contrast, herein, four-layer matrix gradient-structured composites ( x vol% PMMA/(100- x ) vol% P(VDF-HFP) have been designed and fabricated. The results demonstrate that the transition layers play a crucial role in hindering the breakdown process and homogenizing the electric field distribution. In addition, the linear PMMA as well as horizontally oriented nanoplates are also beneficial in enhancing their energy storage performances. The gradient-structured composite ultimately achieved an energy density of 24.3 J/cm³ and a charge-discharge efficiency of 86.6 % at 676.8 MV/m, significantly surpassing that of traditional multilayer nanocomposites. The strategies proposed here may represent a universal approach to further enhance energy storage performances of multilayer composites.
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DALTON TRANSACTIONS
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2025
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Wei Jia,Qi He,Zhiqiang Guo,Xiang Wu
The development of electrode materials has become a top priority as the requirement of global energy. Two-dimensional Ni(OH) 2 nanomaterials hinder its application in supercapacitors due to its low conductivity and limited active sites.Herein, we synthesize Ni(OH) 2 @NiS composites by a two-step hydrothermal route. It increases the specific surface area of samples and improves the ion transport rate. The Ni(OH) 2 @NiS-2 product delivers a specific capacitance of 1778 F g -1 at 1 A g -1 and cycle stability (88% at 2 A g -1 after 10,000 times cycling). Furthermore, the asymmetric supercapacitor (ASC) achieves an energy density of 110.25 Wh kg -1 at 2700 W kg -1 . Also, the devices show stable cycling capability at extreme temperatures.
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Advanced Optical Materials
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2024
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Zhen-Dong Lian,Bo Wang,Zhi-Sheng Wu,Hao Lin,Ting Ding,Jin-Xiao Wang,Liang-Xing Zhang,Jin-Cheng Xu,Peng Xiao,Hua Xu,Shuang-Peng Wang,Kar Wei Ng
CsPbBr 3 nanoplates (NPs) have shown great potential in diverse optoelectronic applications. Despite the wonderful luminescence properties, the inherent instability of these NPs hinders their use in practical situations. Herein, a facile water-assisted strategy is reported to synthesize highly stable blue emission CsPbBr 3 NPs encapsulated in PbBr(OH). The introduction of water directly into the reaction mixture is pivotal, as it triggers the transformation of bulk CsPbBr 3 nanocubes into 2-D CsPbBr 3 NPs within the PbBr(OH) matrix, resulting in the formation of CsPbBr 3 @PbBr(OH) microbricks. Remarkably, the water content in the reaction mixture allows the control of the number of perovskite layers in the NPs, thus enabling the emission color to be tuned from deep blue to green. The unconventional approach presented herein not only offers a cost-effective pathway to synthesize blue-emitting perovskites which are highly stable in a wide variety of polar and non-polar solvents, but also holds immense potential for propelling the advancement of high-performance LEDs and other optoelectronic devices. The findings underscore the significance of water in dictating the growth dynamics and emission characteristics of perovskite NPs, paving the way for their practical application.
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