JOURNAL OF AGRICULTURAL AND FOOD CHEMISTRY
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2025
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Jing Yu,Jialong He,Yanghong Liu,Jiaheng Li,Chenhao Zhang,Yaling Liu,Rongji Liu,Chen Xu,Kai Dong,Yingping Wang
In this study, we successfully fabricated an eco-friendly nanopesticide with synergistic antifungal efficacy by loading the botanical fungicide osthole (OS) into ZIF-8-derived nanozymes (ZnSA) for microenvironment-enhanced control of ginseng seedling blight. The nanopesticide (OS@ZnSA) exhibited significant photostability and storage stability. Compared with OS technique concentrate, the inhibitory effect on Rhizoctonia solani was increased by 28%. Plant experiments revealed that OS@ZnSA not only promoted the growth of ginseng seedlings but also markedly enhanced the expression of its defense enzymes. Safety evaluation showed that OS@ZnSA had no significant effect on soil microbial community, seed germination, and human immortalized epidermal cells (HaCaT), demonstrating its favorable biosafety profile. Overall, the eco-friendly and microenvironment-enhanced nanopesticides would provide a new perspective for synergistic control of plant disease.
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FITOTERAPIA
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2021
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Yinan Zhang,Xiaoting Zhang,Zhiyi Xiao,Xinying Zhang,Hua Sun
Since glucolipid metabolism disorders is often the mono-target therapy fails in managing blood glucose and lipid levels and the other complications, it is urgent and necessary to seek for the new potential drugs or functional food acting on multi-targets. The hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic dual activities of the root, stems and leaves of Desmodium caudatum , which is used for traditional Chinese medicine , was evaluated. Twelve extracts with different extraction conditions were prepared and extract 9 was find to exhibit potential inhibitory activities of fructose-1, 6-bisphosphatase (FBPase), α-glucosidase, and pancrelipase , as well as promote cellular glucose consumption and reduce cellular content of lipid. Five flavonoids were isolated and identified from extract 9, among which 8-prenylquercetin exhibited potent α-glucosidase (IC 50 = 4.38 μM) and FBPase (IC 50 = 3.62 μM) dual inhibitory activity, which were 75-fold higher than acarbose (IC 50 = 330.10 μM) and comparable with AMP (IC 50 = 2.92 μM). In addition, 8-prenylquercetin was able to promote glucose consumption and reduce lipid content. Besides, an efficient synthesis of the most potent 8-prenylquercetin was developed from inexpensive and commercially available rutin in 21% overall yield by 6 steps, which lay the foundation of preparation sufficient amount for follow-up study.
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JOURNAL OF BIOMEDICAL MATERIALS RESEARCH PART A
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2025
·Vol. 113
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Yiyang Xu,Ying Li,Zixuan Ye,Cheng Wang,Pengfei Cui,Shuwen Zhou,Lin Qiu,Jianhao Wang
Wound bacterial infection deteriorates with antibiotic misuse, boosting bacterial drug resistance, threatening human health. Therefore, combining natural antibacterials with efficient broad-spectrum materials offers new solutions. Artemisia argyi is a kind of medicinal plant distributed in Asia, known for its rich biological active compounds. With the advancement of modern analytical technology, Artemisia argyi has shown excellent antibacterial and anti-inflammatory potential, particularly Artemisia argyi essential oil (AAEO) which is considered to be the most active substance in Artemisia argyi. However, its practical application is limited due to its poor water solubility, strong volatility, high sensitivity to light and heat, and its irritating odor. Zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) is a type of metal–organic framework material (MOF) with good biocompatibility, simple synthesis, high porosity, and antimicrobial activity. ZIF-8 can be used as an ideal vehicle for the preparation of antibacterial materials. In this study, we loaded AAEO onto ZIF-8 to successfully develop AAEO@ZIF-8 antibacterial nanomaterial. The bactericidal ability and antibacterial mechanism of AAEO@ZIF-8 were evaluated through in vitro experiments such as bacterial coating, Live/Dead staining, and crystal violet staining. It was confirmed that AAEO@ZIF-8 had significant antibacterial activity against both Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli . In in vivo experiments, the wound model using C57BL/6 male mice was established, and wound tissue staining with Gram, CD31 + immunohistochemistry, H&E, and Masson staining was performed to evaluate the antibacterial activity of AAEO@ZIF-8. The results showed that AAEO@ZIF-8 exhibited the best wound repair performance in the model. These findings suggested that AAEO@ZIF-8 is a novel and effective antimicrobial nanomaterial targeting pathogenic bacteria. This study successfully transformed the storage mode of AAEO from liquid to solid, providing a promising strategy for the application of AAEO in the treatment of wound bacterial infections.
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Applied Materials Today
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2026
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Xiaowan Zhao,Qikai Qiao,Yuanqing Li,Aiqin Zhang,Hong Guo,Jing Guo,Haixia Zhang,Jianjun Lu
To address the issue of secondary contamination caused by the lack of antibacterial properties in polypropylene (PP) meltblown nonwoven fabrics while preserving its core filtration performance, this work employed an immersion-ultrasonic method to construct Ag@T-ZIF-8 antibacterial materials with a core-shell structure. Subsequently, PP/Ag@T-ZIF-8-G composite meltblown fibers was prepared via covalent modification and meltblown spinning technology. The systematic characterization of Ag@T-ZIF-8 was conducted in terms of its chemical structure, microstructure, and photocatalytic antibacterial performance. The effects of Ag@T-ZIF-8 on the antibacterial, filtration and comfort properties of the composite melt-blown nonwoven fabrics were investigated, and the enhancement mechanisms of antibacterial and filtration were revealed. The results indicate that Ag@T-ZIF-8 exhibits a uniform core-shell structure with a particle size of 40∼50 nm and a specific surface area of 531.83 m²/g. At an antibacterial concentration of 200 mg/L, it achieves a 99.99% antibacterial rate against Escherichia coli ( E. coli ) and Staphylococcus aureus ( S. aureus ) within 8 min in the dark or 4 min under illumination. Compared with PP meltblown nonwoven fabrics, it demonstrates 73.31% in filtration efficiency for particles with a pressure drop of only 37.3 Pa. When Ag@T-ZIF-8 loading reaches 1 wt%, the composite meltblown fabrics completely eliminates E. coli and S. aureus after 160 min of illumination or 240 min in the dark. This outstanding comprehensive filtration performance stems from a synergistic filtration mechanism combining mechanical filtration, ionic adsorption, and dual-mode antibacterial action under light or dark condition. Integrating superior filtration capabilities, broad-spectrum antibacterial properties, and wear comfort, PP/Ag@T-ZIF-8-G meltblown nonwoven fabrics deliver a highly efficient integrated antibacterial-filtration solution for the medical protective field.
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Metals
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2026
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Haowu Li,Rongjun Yang,Weilin Chen,Weizhou Li,Deli Shen
ZIF-8-modified micro-arc oxidation (MAO) coatings have attracted considerable attention for improving the corrosion resistance of aluminum alloys, owing to their combined barrier and chemical protection effects. In this work, ZIF-8/MAO composite coatings were fabricated via in situ solvothermal growth, and the effects of solvothermal temperature and time on coating evolution and corrosion performance were systematically investigated. The coatings were characterized by field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR). The results show that increasing the solvothermal temperature promotes ZIF-8 formation, which may be related to enhanced coordination reactions and particle growth. Prolonging the solvothermal time induces a transition from ZnO-dominated coatings at 8 h to ZIF-8-dominated structures at 16–24 h, whereas unconverted ZnO is still detected after prolonged growth. The in situ-grown ZIF-8 particles cover the MAO surface and contribute to the sealing of surface micropores and cracks, forming a more compact composite barrier structure. The reduced coating performance at 220 °C or after 32 h may be associated with excessive particle refinement, local structural imperfections, or reduced coating integrity under prolonged or high-temperature solvothermal conditions. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) results reveal that the composite coating exhibits a charge transfer resistance more than one order of magnitude higher than that of the bare MAO coating, indicating significantly enhanced barrier protection. These findings demonstrate that in situ-grown ZIF-8 is an effective strategy for improving the corrosion resistance of MAO coatings on aluminum alloys.
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Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials
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2026
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·期 4
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Lv Ze,Fang Yu,Gao Yang,Li Hongwei,Yan Pengkun,Zhang Zheng,Wang Lei,Li Fengyu,Ma Yingjian,Zhao Rui,Guo Xinyu,Wu Xuemin,Xu Yong
Sustainable management of plant bacterial diseases calls for delivery systems that minimize reliance on conventional synthetic pesticides while improving deposition efficiency, on-demand release, and environmental compatibility. This study employs a coordination-driven hollowing strategy to construct interface-optimized hollow metal–phenolic nanocarrier (NaSA@PDA@ZIF-8), achieving synergistic loading of sodium salicylate and Zn 2+ . PDA-induced etching of ZIF-8 generates a well-defined hollow architecture while enhancing hydrophilicity and colloidal stability. The optimized nanocarrier, obtained via Box–Behnken response surface design, achieves a NaSA loading content of 23.90%. Regarding interfacial performance, the carrier exhibits significantly optimized wetting behavior with a contact angle reduced to 51.15°, enhanced dynamic spreading speed, and outstanding leaf adhesion and rain-wash resistance, ensuring effective retention and utilization in complex field environments. Under simulated bacterial wilt conditions in tobacco (acidic pH 5.0 and elevated temperature of 35 °C), the system exhibited enhanced release behavior. The cumulative release of NaSA reached 81.72% and 83.40%, while Zn 2+ release reached 23.19% and 18.72%, indicating good responsiveness to disease-relevant microenvironmental conditions. Its antibacterial activity (EC 50 = 17.80 mg·L -1 ) is likely associated with multiple contributing factors, including Zn 2+ release, potential ROS generation mediated by PDA, and NaSA-related activation of plant defense responses. This work demonstrates a hollow metal–phenolic nanoplatform that integrates interfacial adhesion, stimuli-responsive co-delivery, and biosafety, providing a multifunctional reference model for green plant protection. Graphical abstract
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Materials Today Communications
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2026
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Wenhui Pei,Xiaofei Li,Haojun Chen,Xiangrong Guo,Jinhui Pang,Yingjie Du,Yuanyuan Xie,Peng Wang,Caoxing Huang
The intertwined pathology of bacterial infection and dysregulated inflammation represents a major barrier to the healing of full-thickness skin wounds. Nanocarriers such as zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) provide efficient platforms for localized and pH-dependent drug delivery. In this study, a ZIF-8 nanoparticle system co-embedded with vancomycin (Van) and iron oxide nanoparticles (IONPs), termed Van-IONPs@ZIF-8, was engineered to combine antibacterial and inflammation-modulating functions. In vitro experiments demonstrated growth-inhibitory activity against Staphylococcus aureus ( S. aureus ) and modulation of inflammatory cytokine expression in LPS-stimulated RAW 264.7 macrophages, with TNF-α mRNA expression decreased by 67% and IL-10 mRNA expression increased by 244%. The nanocomposite was incorporated into a triple-crosslinked hydrogel matrix, and the resulting Van-IONPs@ZIF-8-Gel exhibited sustained and pH-dependent Van release under the tested conditions. In a rat full-thickness S. aureus -infected wound model, Van-IONPs@ZIF-8-Gel treatment was associated with improved wound closure, lower recoverable bacterial colony counts, attenuated inflammatory markers, and increased collagen-positive area. These findings provide proof-of-concept evidence supporting Van-IONPs@ZIF-8-Gel as an integrated antibacterial and inflammation-modulating platform for infected-wound management. Download: Download high-res image (248KB) Download: Download full-size image An engineered ZIF-8 composite hydrogel co-delivering vancomycin and iron oxide nanoparticles provides combined antibacterial and inflammation-modulating functions.
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JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
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2026
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Di-Ming Chen,Yu-Ting Shi,Xue-Jing Zhang,Shao-Ming Fang
A robust Al-MOF built from octanuclear [Al 8 (μ 2 -OH) 8 (COO) 12 ] clusters with oxygen-rich 1D channels has been prepared. • It exhibits a high C₂H₆ uptake of 147.6 cm 3 /g and an IAST selectivity of 1.69 for equimolar C 2 H 6 /C 2 H 4 at 298 K and 1 bar. • The separation potential (ΔQ = 1.42 mmol/g) outperforms many reported Al-MOFs, reflecting a balanced capacity–selectivity trade-off. • Combined GCMC, DFT, and MD simulations reveal that multiple C–H···O contacts and greater charge transfer govern the ethane preference. The separation of ethane (C 2 H 6 ) from ethylene (C 2 H 4 ) represents a critically important yet highly challenging process in the petrochemical industry, as these two hydrocarbons possess nearly identical molecular sizes and boiling points. In this work, we report the C 2 H 6 adsorption and separation performance of a three-dimensional aluminum-based metal–organic framework (Al-MOF) constructed from octanuclear aluminum clusters and a tricarboxylate linker, featuring one-dimensional channels decorated with abundant strongly electronegative oxygen atoms originating from coordinated formate groups and μ 3 -OH moieties. The presence of these electron-rich oxygen sites creates a polar pore environment that establishes multiple C–H···O short interactions with C 2 H 6 molecules, thereby imparting a distinct recognition preference toward the paraffin over the olefin. Upon activation, the material exhibits a C 2 H 6 adsorption capacity of 147.6 cm 3 /g at 298 K and 1 bar. The ideal adsorbed solution theory (IAST) selectivity for an C 2 H 6 /C 2 H 4 (10/90) mixture reaches 1.69 at 298 K and 1 bar. Furthermore, the separation potential (Δ Q ), which integrates both adsorption capacity and selectivity, is determined to be 1.42 mmol/g, indicating a well-balanced performance profile. The different adsorption performance of 1a toward C 2 H 6 /C 2 H 4 was thoroughly studied via a combination of GCMC, DFT and MD calculations, which demonstrates that deliberate introduction of electron-rich oxygen functionalities into the pore walls of Al-MOFs represents an effective strategy for enhancing ethane-selective adsorption, positioning the present material as a competitive candidate for energy-efficient ethylene purification. Graphical -Synopsis A robust Al-MOF with octanuclear clusters and oxygen-rich pore walls was synthesized for C 2 H 6 /C 2 H 4 separation. It exhibits preferential C₂H₆ adsorption (147.6 cm 3 /g at 298 K, 1 bar), an IAST selectivity of 1.69 for equimolar mixtures, and a separation potential of 1.42 mmol/g. Combined GCMC, DFT, and MD simulations reveal that stronger C–H···O hydrogen bonding and greater charge difference lead to a more favorable host–guest interaction energy (–1.34 vs. –1.27 eV) for ethane. This work demonstrates that engineering electronegative oxygen sites in Al-MOFs is an effective strategy for energy-efficient ethylene purification. Graphical -Pictogram Download: Download high-res image (322KB) Download: Download full-size image
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2026
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Li Ming,Ning Li,Hongyan Zhang,Xiaobo Zou,Can Zhang
A “all-in-one” nanolabel APZ was constructed. • High Nbs coupling, dual spectral overlap, visible absorption, pH-triggered catalysis. • The three orthogonal signals enhance reliability and enable flexible applicability. • ZIF-8 “enrichment–confinement–pH-triggered collapse” synergy boosts catalysis. • Stabilize Au Pt heterostructure via ZIF-8–enabled physical isolation and protection. Conventional lateral flow immunoassay (LFIA) suffers from limited sensitivity due to single-signal readout, low antibody conjugation efficiency, and steric hindrance associated with bulky conventional antibodies. Herein, we developed a multimodal LFIA employing Au@Pt@ZIF-8 (APZ) as a multifunctional nanolabel, prepared by encapsulating flower-like Au@Pt nanoparticles (Au@Pt NPs) within a ZIF-8 framework. Benefiting from its high specific surface area and mesoporous structure, APZ significantly enhanced the coupling efficiency and stability of anti-3-phenoxybenzoic acid nanobodies (3-PBA Nbs), achieving a coupling efficiency of 94.75% under identical conditions, compared with 69.61% for Au@Pt NPs. APZ further exhibits a broad absorption spectrum, fluorescence quenching due to dual spectral overlap, and high catalytic activity arising from the intrinsic peroxidase-mimicking activity of Au@Pt, synergistically enhanced by ZIF-8 enrichment/confinement and pH-triggered framework collapse. These features enabled the integration of three orthogonal readout modes, namely aggregation-induced coloration, catalysis-induced chromogenesis, and fluorescence quenching, into a single test strip. The resulting multimodal APZ-LFIA attains limits of detection (LOD) for 3-PBA of 0.004 ng/mL, 0.001 ng/mL, and 0.0003 ng/mL, respectively. By integrating multiple complementary signals, this strategy offers a flexible and reliable platform for trace 3-PBA analysis and shows great promise for on-site food safety monitoring. Download: Download high-res image (87KB) Download: Download full-size image
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SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
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2026
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Hao Zhan,Wenlong Chen,Xingyu Pei,Hao Wang,Bing Zhao,Xiefei Wang,Qingqing Liang,Yukang Xu,Weiwei Zhu
Highly diffuse cationic dyes and copper ions are normal pollutants in dye wastewater and pose a potential ecological risk, threatening human health. However, current MOF-based fibrous composites usually scarify their stability of active sites for photocatalytic reaction, which inevitably causes nondurable removal of these diffuse particles. Here, an in situ growth strategy was proposed to fabricate robust core-shell heterostructure of ZnO@ZIF-8 nanorods which were anchored within polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) micro-scale fibers by the solution-blowing spinning (SBS) technique to achieve ZnO@ZIF-8/PTFE hierarchical fibrous networks (ZZP-HFN). It presents superior degradation of cationic dyes (over 97%) and durable decompose stability of more than 20 cycles, and prominent adsorption capacity for copper ions (86.53 mg/g). Moreover, contrast to the existing MOF-based fibrous membranes, ZZP-HFN exhibits the self-cleaning performance on account of its stable composite structure between ZnO@ZIF-8 nanorods and PTFE fiber. The cationic dyes removal of ZZP-HFN from wastewater is attributed to the synergistic effect of adsorption and photocatalytic ability. This work provides an insight to design advanced MOF-based composites with durable photocatalytic performance for dye wastewater purification.
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International Journal of Nanomedicine
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2026
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Zidong Wu,Kai Ma,Zixuan Wu,Xiaoyu Guo,Yuning Qu,Zheyue Zhu,Weidong Zhu,Chengxin Li,Yi Liu,Rui Ma,Pei Yang
Background Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a promising orthopedic implant material due to its bone-matched elastic modulus and radiolucency. However, its clinical application is limited by biological inertness and lack of antibacterial activity, which predispose to implant-associated infection (IAI) and poor osseointegration. This study developed a multifunctional coating on sulfonated PEEK (SPEEK) via polydopamine (PDA)-mediated co-delivery of simvastatin-loaded ZIF-8 nanoparticles (SIM@ZIF-8) and moxifloxacin (MOX) to address these limitations.Methods A time-programmed release coating was fabricated on SPEEK by embedding SIM@ZIF-8 within a PDA layer and surface-loading MOX onto the surface. The coating’s physicochemical properties, drug release profiles, biocompatibility, antibacterial activity, and osteogenic capacity were evaluated in vitro. Antibacterial efficacy and osseointegration were further assessed in vivo using rat subcutaneous infection and rabbit femoral defect models.Results Release profiles revealed that MOX exhibited burst release within 24 h, whereas SIM quickly reached therapeutic concentrations during the initial phase and was slowly released over five weeks, while Zn2+ from ZIF-8 was released synchronously with SIM. In vitro antimicrobial assays showed that the synergistic release of MOX and SIM exhibited potent antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli, providing sustained inhibition of Staphylococcus aureus biofilms. The coating also promoted MC3T3-E1 cell adhesion, spreading, and osteogenic differentiation, as indicated by upregulated osteogenic markers (Runx2, OCN, OPN, COL1A1), enhanced matrix mineralization, and increased BMP-2 expression. In rat models, bacterial colonization on the coated surface and residual bacteria in tissues were significantly reduced. In rabbit femoral defects, sustained co-release of SIM and Zn2+ accelerated new bone formation and improved osseointegration, confirmed by micro-CT, double fluorescence labeling, and histological analysis.Conclusion This study presents a novel bioactive PEEK implant coating integrating antibacterial and osteogenic functions through a MOX/SIM@ZIF-8/PDA system. The strategy effectively combats IAI and enhances osseointegration, offering potential for clinical orthopedic applications.
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ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
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2026
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Yisong Zhu,Ying Zhou,Zhikai Zhu,Guangfeng Zhang,Wei He,Yumei Chen,Pengchao Li,Weichong Long,Shuohai Fang,Hui Luo,Changzhong Liao
Efficient capture of radioactive iodine isotopes from nuclear waste is crucial for environmental protection and human health. In this study, a high-entropy strategy was introduced into the zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) system to overcome the inherent limitations of conventional monometallic ZIF-8 and to elucidate entropy-regulated iodine capture behavior. Using a solvothermal method assisted by triethylamine (TEA), a series of ZIF-8 derivatives with entropy levels ranging from low to high were successfully synthesized to explore the relationship between entropy level and iodine adsorption performance. Furthermore, given that Cd incorporation has been reported to enhance the structural flexibility of ZIF-8, the influence of different Zn/Cd ratios was investigated. Characterization results showed that although TEA enhanced the doping efficiency of poorly coordinating metal ions, it simultaneously reduced crystallinity and BET surface area, leading to pore blockage and a substantial decline in iodine adsorption performance. Iodine adsorption did not show a positive correlation with increasing compositional complexity. The synergistic effects of multimetal nodes did not improve the iodine uptake capacity of ZIF-8, and the high-entropy ZnCdCoMgNi-ZIF-8 exhibited the lowest iodine uptake capacity (1.10 g⋅g −1 ). In contrast, Cd doping increased the iodine uptake capacity to 2.80 g g −1 in phase-pure Cd-ZIF-8, corresponding to a 2.2-fold enhancement over conventional ZIF-8. Moreover, a structural phase transition was induced during iodine adsorption in Cd-rich systems. This work provides important insights into the design of high-performance iodine capture materials and highlights the potential of cadmium-modified ZIF-8 derivatives as promising adsorbents.
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