Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
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2025
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Xinyue Liang,Weihong Zhang,Xiaolong Yao,Zhengyang Feng,Qingwei Bu,Wenwen Gong,Wei Wang,Chun Wang,Yingxue Sun
Adsorption-electrocatalytic oxidation is a promising technology for organochlorine removal; however, its practical application is hindered by electrode limitations in activity, stability, and mechanistic understanding. In this study, a copper-doped ZIF-8/multi-walled carbon nanotube composite electrode (Cu-ZIF-8/MWCNTs/CC) was innovatively designed. Adsorption-electrochemical batch experiments were conducted to systematically investigate the degradation behaviors of three typical organochlorine contaminants: 2,4-dichlorophenol (2,4-DCP), triclosan (TCS), and chloramphenicol (CAP), using MOF-based electrodes. The results demonstrate that compared to the undoped ZIF-8/MWCNTs/CC, the incorporation of Cu introduced additional mesoporous structures and Cu-N coordination bonds, which effectively enhanced adsorption performance based on the size-matching effect and d-band center theory. Furthermore, the highly reversible and kinetically rapid Cu 2 + /Cu + redox couple served as an efficient mediator for charge transfer, thus promoting the synergistic adsorption and electrochemical degradation of organochlorine contaminants. Notably, the material maintained considerable removal efficiency even under competitive conditions in multicomponent systems. Mechanistic investigation demonstrated that hydroxyl radicals (·OH) preferentially attacked critical chemical bonds (including C-Cl, ether, and amino groups) in accordance with density functional theory (DFT) predictions. This reaction pathway resulted in the generation of less toxic intermediates that were eventually mineralized into CO 2 and H 2 O. The ecological structure-activity relationships (ECOSAR) model further confirmed the low acute and chronic toxicity of the major degradation products. Moreover, the electrode maintained high removal efficiency across multiple consecutive cycles, demonstrating excellent stability and reusability. Collectively, this work proposes a novel strategy for the synergistic adsorption and electrocatalytic removal of organochlorine contaminants; thereby highlighting its significant potential for practical application.
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Catalysis Science & Technology
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2025
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Bin Guan,Junyan Chen,Lei Zhu,Zhongqi Zhuang,Xuehan Hu,Chenyu Zhu,Sikai Zhao,Kaiyou Shu,Hongtao Dang,Junjie Gao,Luyang Zhang,Tiankui Zhu,Wenbo Zeng,Minfan Qian,Zhangtong Li,Yang Lu,Shuai Chen,Zhen Huang
Herein, a detailed study of ZIF-67 CO2 photothermal reduction catalysts was carried out, including the characterization of their physicochemical properties, photothermal catalytic performances and reaction mechanisms. Through the systematic characterization of ZIF-67 catalyst samples, the differences in their crystal structures, morphological features, specific surface areas and optical properties were investigated. In addition, the catalytic mechanism of the catalysts was investigated in detail by in situ DRIFTS and DFT calculations. The experimental results showed that among the ZIF-67 catalyst prepared with different ratios of Co2+ and 2-MI precursors, the ZIF-67 (8–1) catalyst exhibited an distinct crystal lattice structure, strongest photoelectron transfer ability, and largest specific surface area, resulting in an optimal catalytic activity (total yield = 4.71 μmol g−1 h−1). The band gap width of this material could be controlled by regulating the content of Co metal-ion centers to promote the photogenerated charge transfer in the adsorption–reduction process of CO2, corresponding to an enhancement in its catalytic activity. The mechanism of CO2 catalytic reduction showed that *COOH and *CHO are the key intermediates in the rate-controlling steps in the CO2 catalytic reduction reaction, and the energy barrier of the former controlled the reaction product yield, while that of the latter was the key to regulate product selectivity.
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International Journal of Minerals Metallurgy and Materials
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2026
·Vol. 33
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Huang Wenzi,Lin Bowen,Zhang Yanbinhui,Liu Jinyu,Shang Wei,Jiang Jiqiong,Wen Yuqing
Magnesium-based anode materials have attracted significant attention in the energy storage domain because of their high theoretical capacities and low electrochemical potentials. However, in conventional electrolyte systems, magnesium metal electrodes dynamically generate an ion-blocking surface layer, resulting in prominent voltage polarization, which severely limits their practical applications. In this study, ZIF-8/carbon nanotubes (CNTs) coatings were used to modify the anodes of magnesium batteries. Compared with the unaltered magnesium battery, the voltage lag time of the ZIF-8/CNTs coating was shortened from 4 s before modification to 0.26 s, and the battery impedance was lowered by two orders of magnitude. The duration of the discharge platform was increased from 4 h before modification to 6–10 h, the anode utilization rate was more than doubled, and the specific energy density was significantly enhanced compared with the battery before modification. The mechanism indicates that the ZIF-8/CNTs coating can limit the infiltration of corrosive substances, extend their transmission path, and offer more effective protection to the magnesium anode. The incorporation of CNTs improves the conductivity of the battery, and it significantly improves the electrochemical performance of the magnesium battery.
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2026
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Jin Wang,Baojie Liu,Jixing Liang,Hongguo Hao,Yao-Yao Wang,Yun-Wu Li,Suna Wang
Tetracyclines (TCs), widely used in livestock farming, accumulate in ecosystems and pose health risks due to their persistence. Existing detection methods suffer from high cost, complex procedures, and insufficient specificity. Herein, a dual-emission fluorescent composite (CDs@ZIF-8) was designed by encapsulating carbon dots (CDs) into a zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8). The composite material exhibits distinct dual emission peaks at 332 nm (ZIF-8) and 492 nm (CDs), and achieves ratiometric fluorescence sensing and differentiation between two structurally analogous antibiotics tetracycline (TC) and chlortetracycline (CTC) by quenching the ZIF-8 peak and enhancing the CD peak. The sensor achieves low detection limits of 7.13 nM for TC and 7.25 nM for CTC, with excellent selectivity and anti-interference capability over other antibiotics. A colorimetric logic gate and smartphone-based RGB analysis platform were developed for visual discrimination and quantitative detection, demonstrating high accuracy in real-sample analysis. This work provides a robust, low-cost strategy for on-site monitoring of TC antibiotics.
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2026
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Chang Liu,Xing Luo,Xiaowei An,Fengfeng Gao,Xueli Huang,Xueying Wang,Qinglong Luo
ZIF-8-derived carbon materials possess great advantages in the field of electrochemical adsorption due to their abundant porous structures, excellent specific surface areas, and good electrical conductivity. The efficient separation and capture of bromide ions (Br − ) from brine systems represent a critical pathway to achieving high-efficiency utilization of brine resources and environmental protection. In this study, a nitrogen (N)-doped ZIF-8-derived carbon material (NC-800) was synthesized via high-temperature calcination at 800 °C, and its performance in separating and capturing Br − from brine was systematically investigated. Electrochemical test results showed that the NC-800 membrane electrode achieved a maximum intercalation capacity of 115.65 mg·g −1 for Br − at an oxidation voltage of 1.0 V . Moreover, the captured Br − could be successfully converted into elemental bromine (Br₂) through carbon tetrachloride (CCl₄) extraction, realizing the resource recovery of Br − . Cyclic stability tests indicated that after 10 adsorption-desorption cycles, the maximum intercalation capacity of the electrode remained at 57 mg·g −1 , demonstrating excellent cyclic reusability. Systematic characterizations were conducted to analyze the microstructure of NC-800 and the adsorption mechanism of Br − . Combined with electrochemical performance analysis, the effects of different operating conditions on Br − adsorption performance were examined. Density functional theory (DFT) was employed to verify the adsorption mechanism of Br − on NC-800, and the results confirmed that nitrogen doping significantly enhances the Br − adsorption capacity of porous carbon materials. This study deepens the understanding of the “physical-chemical synergistic adsorption mechanism” during Br − separation by the NC-800 material, offering new insights for the development of sustainable bromine resource recovery technologies.
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MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
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2026
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Jiayan Xu,Hanlu Wang,Chenyi Yuan,Qiuyue Fu,Sizeng Bao,Guicai Fan,Lingling Bao,Chenjie Gu,Tao Jiang,Xueyan Bian
Surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) has emerged as a powerful analytical technique for the sensitive point-of-care detection of anti-phospholipase A2 receptor antibodies (anti-PLA2R-Abs), a primary biomarker for membranous nephropathy (MN). However, conventional SERS substrates lack the integrated sample enrichment capability and flexible format required for efficient and convenient clinical analysis. To address this limitation, we hypothesized that an immersion-type flexible SERS medium based on conventional cotton swab could be developed for ultra-sensitive on-site detection of anti-PLA2R-Abs. Through a precisely controlled in-situ synthesis and a following ion sputtering, we engineered a ZIF-67/Ag nanocomposite on the nanofiber structure of a cotton swab, which combined molecular enrichment capability with dual signal enhancement mechanisms. The fibrous architecture of the cotton swab enabled highly efficient anchoring of biomarker-containing liquid samples, offering a significant advantage over silicon wafers. A substrate was yielded to exhibit not only outstanding SERS activity with an enhancement factor (EF) of 3.51 × 10 8 but also excellent uniformity and reproducibility. Using this structure, a quantitative assay of anti-PLA2R-Abs was facilitated across five orders of magnitude (1 × 10 −4 to 1 × 10 −9 mg/mL), achieving a limit of detection (LOD) as low as 0.185 ng/mL. Moreover, its diagnostic efficacy was further validated in clinical samples. This work presents a clinically viable point-of-care diagnostic platform that simplifies sample processing while significantly enhancing detection sensitivity for nephrology applications, thereby contributing to the advancement of point-of-care diagnostics.
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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE
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2026
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Ma Kuanjie,Li Nana,Lu Guochao,Zhang Lianwei,Hu Zhiwei,Liu Wenjing,Cai Yurong
To address the need for rapid desorption in protein adsorption applications, we developed and characterized magnetic core–shell nanoparticles composed of a zeolite imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) coating on magnetite (Fe 3 O 4 ) cores (Fe 3 O 4 @ZIF-8). This nanostructure integrates the pH-sensitive properties of ZIF-8 with the magnetic responsiveness of Fe 3 O 4 , enabling rapid separation within one minute via an external magnetic field. In the synthesis of Fe 3 O 4 @ZIF-8, the particle size of the ZIF-8 shell was found to increase concurrently with the molar ratio of zinc nitrate hexahydrate to 2-methylimidazole. The resulting shells were uniformly distributed on the surface of the Fe 3 O 4 cores. Furthermore, a positive correlation was observed between the ZIF-8 particle size and the adsorption capacity for histidine-rich proteins. In adsorption experiments using bovine hemoglobin (BHB) as a model protein, Fe 3 O 4 @ZIF-8 achieved an adsorption capacity of 1013.5 mg/g within 3 min, representing 87% of its maximum adsorption potential. Saturation adsorption, with a capacity of 1164.3 mg/g, was reached within 8 min. Importantly, the pH-responsive nature of the ZIF-8 component facilitated highly efficient desorption. A high release efficiency of 90% was achieved in just 1 min using a phosphate buffer at pH 5.2. This dual pH- and magnetic-responsive system demonstrates significant potential for applications requiring fast and controllable protein adsorption and desorption, positioning it as an ideal tool for targeted protein recovery in various biochemical and industrial processes.
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Journal of Energy Storage
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2026
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Hu Wang,Shala Yang,Pengfei Pang,Jiangchao Chen,Yongbo Yan,Mingjie Liao,Dazhi Pang,Zheqi Zhang,Yunyun Zhao,Wenping Liu,Huarui Xu,Guisheng Zhu,Kunpeng Jiang
Poor interfacial stability and dendrite penetration at the lithium metal anode interface are critical bottlenecks hindering the practical application of garnet-type solid electrolytes, despite their high intrinsic ionic conductivity. Herein, we resolve this long-standing trade-off by designing a hierarchical sandwich heterostructure. This architecture comprises a dense Li 6.4 Ga 0.2 La 3 Zr 2 O 12 (C-LGLZO) ceramic scaffold sandwiched between two ZIF-8@SiO 2 /PVDF-HFP (ZSPH) composite interfacial layers. The resulting composite solid electrolyte (CSE) C-LGLZO/ZSPH exhibits exceptional electrochemical properties: a high Li + transference number (t Li+ = 0.77) and an outstanding ionic conductivity of 1.31 × 10 −3 S cm −1 at 30 °C. Mechanistically, while the robust central C-LGLZO scaffold provides a continuous Li + pathway and physically blocks dendrites, the honeycomb-like porous ZSPH interfacial layers homogenize the interfacial electric field and promote a stable solid electrolyte interphase (SEI). This synergistic design endows the CSE with a wide electrochemical stability window (4.8 V vs. Li/Li + ) and enables stable Li plating/stripping for over 1000 h. Furthermore, cells using a LiFePO 4 cathode retain 76.3 % of their capacity after 500 cycles at 0.5C, demonstrating exceptional high-rate cycling stability. This work offers a versatile architectural strategy for engineering robust solid-state batteries (SSBs).
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JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
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2026
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Tianlong Huang,Zhen Mu,Yuanxiang Zhang,Maosheng Cui,Xiaoxiao Wang,Yang Zhang,Lingxiu Chen,Xiaolan Xue
Magnesium-metal organic batteries (MMOBs) are promising candidates for large-scale energy storage due to their high theoretical capacity, abundant resource, and cost-effectiveness. However, the high solubility of organic molecules and the commonly used thick glass fiber separators with poor mechanical strength and high cost hinder their further development. Herein, we report a ZIF-8/Carbon composite-modified polypropylene/polyethylene/polypropylene (ZIF-8/C@PEP) separator to overcome these limitations. This ZIF-8/C@PEP separator was fabricated by uniformly coating a mixture of ZIF-8 and carbon black onto a PEP separator via a doctor-blade method. The porous structure of ZIF-8 acts as a molecular sieve, effectively blocking the diffusion of soluble anthraquinone (AQ) species toward the anode while allowing facile Mg 2+ ion transport. Meanwhile, the carbon black enhances the separator’s compactness and provides additional physical confinement and adsorption sites for soluble molecules. Benefiting from these synergistic effects, by implementing the ZIF-8/C@PEP separator, Mg||Mg cells exhibit stabilized Mg plating/stripping behavior with reduced overpotential, while Mg||AQ full cells deliver good cyclability, maintaining a capacity of 104.8 mAh g −1 after 100 cycles at 0.05 A g −1 with a Coulombic efficiency of 98%. The results demonstrate that separator modification represents a promising strategy for enhancing the performance of MMOBs.
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MOLECULES
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2026
·Vol. 31
·期 17
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Sheng Liu,Feifei Wang,Shuran Xing,Guifang Chang,Shijie Li,Jianwen Bu,He Zhu,Litao Wang
Pork is highly perishable during storage, leading to enormous economic losses and potential food safety hazards. Anthocyanins (ANTs) possess excellent antioxidant and antibacterial activities, but their poor stability in practical applications limits their industrial application. To address these issues, a novel composite preservation film was prepared by the four-sided applicator solution casting method, using polylactic acid (PLA) and polybutylene adipate-co-terephthalate (PBAT) as matrix materials and ANTs@ZIF-8 as functional filler. Zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) encapsulated ANTs to enhance its stability and achieve sustained release, while the PLA/PBAT was selected for its good biodegradability, mechanical and barrier properties. The structure and properties of the PLA/PBAT/ANTs@ZIF-8 composite films were investigated, and the results showed that ANTs@ZIF-8 nanoparticles had stable dispersibility in the matrix, which effectively improved the compatibility between nanoparticles and the film matrix. The prepared composite films exhibited excellent tensile strength (TS), elongation at break (EAB) and water vapor transmission rate (WVTR), as well as good antibacterial activity againstE. coliandS. aureus. Furthermore, the practical pork preservation performance of the films was investigated, and the results demonstrated that the composite films could effectively reduce the pH value, water loss, color difference, total volatile basic nitrogen (TVB-N) content and malondialdehyde (MDA) content of fresh pork during storage, successfully extending the shelf life of pork to 12 days. This study develops a multifunctional, biosafe, and biodegradable PLA/PBAT composite film incorporated with ANTs@ZIF-8, providing a feasible strategy and scientific reference for the design and development of high-performance active biodegradable packaging materials.
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ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces
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2026
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Qin Zikang,Deng Min,Shi Long,Yao Lu,Yang Lin,Jiang Wenju,Zheng Junfeng,Dai Zhongde
Defect engineering and the functionalization of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are acknowledged as an effective method to boost the separation capability of mixed-matrix membranes (MMMs). However, these processes are often carried out separately, making it difficult to achieve both objectives simultaneously. Herein, a polyethyleneimine (PEI)-induced simultaneous functionalization and defect engineering strategy is proposed, in which PEI is introduced during the synthesis of RHO-topology ZIF(Cu) to in situ generate structural defects through competitive coordination with Cu 2+ centers. PEI enhanced the interfacial compatibility between the filler and the Pebax matrix through hydrogen-bonding interactions and introduced a facilitated transport effect. Meanwhile, defect engineering exposed additional Cu 2+ Lewis acid sites capable of adsorbing CO 2 and generated additional transport pathways. The synergy between amine functionalization and defect engineering resulted in a substantial enhancement in the separation performance of the MMMs. Under humid conditions, the MMM containing 5 wt % PEI-RHO ZIF(Cu) presented a CO 2 permeability of 188.1 Barrer and a CO 2 /N 2 separation factor of 73.0, representing increases of 95.10% and 78.14%, respectively, relative to Pebax, and surpassing the 2008 Robeson upper bound. This integrated strategy, combining defect engineering with amine functionalization, provides a promising avenue for the development of high-efficiency CO 2 capture MMMs.
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JOURNAL OF CHROMATOGRAPHY A
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2026
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Mantang Chen,Libin Wan,Shuhan Yu,Li Chen,Jingjing Yu,Xiaoyu Wang,Cong Nie,Fuwei Xie,Wenfen Zhang
Simple and convenient synthesis of a purification material of CZIFA. • Enhanced purification performance of CZIFA by acid treatment strategy. • Analysis and detection of pesticide residues in complex matrices. • Expanded application of ZIF-derived carbon materials in food safety detection. Porous carbon-based QuEChERS purification material (CZIFA) was synthesized through a straightforward calcination and acid treatment process using Zeolitic Imidazolate Framework-67 (ZIF-67) as the precursor. The abundant adsorption sites and excellent clean-up capability of CZIFA resulting from acid treatment were confirmed through a series of characterization and performance evaluations. Combined with LC-MS/MS, a modified QuEChERS method using CZIFA as the adsorbent was developed for the simultaneous detection of 48 pesticide residues in tobacco. Under optimized conditions, the established method achieved low limits of detection (0.02–9.92 μg/kg), wide linear ranges (2–200 μg/L), and satisfactory precision. The average recoveries of the method were in the range of 80.1–119.7% with the relative standard deviations (RSDs) of <9.5%. This study provides a novel and efficient functionalized material for analyzing pesticide residues in complex matrices. Especially, it expands the application of ZIF-derived carbon materials in food safety detection. Download: Download high-res image (298KB) Download: Download full-size image
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