Rice husk-derived nanosilica and nanocellulose as antifouling agents in thin-film nanocomposite membranes
December 2026
Membrane-based water purification technologies have significantly advanced in recent decades, yet membrane fouling remains a major obstacle to long-term efficiency. This work examines the use of nanomaterials...
Nacre-inspired composites for load-bearing bone regeneration
December 2026
Bone achieves exceptional performance by integrating strength, toughness and biological function. Replicating this synergy through synthetic scaffolds remains a major challenge in bone tissue engineering....
Fluorination of PEO-based polymer electrolytes and their application in solid-state lithium batteries
December 2026
Solid-state lithium batteries offer a promising solution to address the growing demand for high-energy-density energy storage systems, particularly in the context of new energy vehicles. Among various...
Recent advances in 3D printing of advanced nanocomposites for wearable TENG devices
December 2026
The rapid development of wearable electronics has intensified the demand for portable and sustainable energy sources. Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), featuring lightweight structures and superior...
Graphene nanoplatelet-functionalized polyurea coatings for high strength, corrosion resistance and smart sensing
December 2026
Structural health monitoring in harsh environments demands scalable sensing coatings with exceptional mechanical robustness, weatherability and stability. We present a polyurea‑based nanocomposite spray...
Synergistic carbon nano-fillers enabled PDMS composites with enhanced mechanical-electrical properties for reliable electrothermal applications under extreme conditions
December 2026
Flexible electrothermal materials with good processability, excellent electrothermal performance and reliable environmental stability are highly desired for many emerging applications. Inspired by the...
Recent advances in biodegradable printed sensors for sustainable electronics
December 2026
The growing environmental concerns over conventional electronics are driving interest in the development of biodegradable electronics. This review provides a comprehensive synthesis of current research...
Designs for low-thermal-resistance thermal interface materials: Oriented high-conductivity networks, ultra-thin bond lines thickness and contact-resistance minimization
December 2026
As integrated-circuit dimensions approach the nanometer scale, chip power density rises and heat flux intensifies, which limits computational speed, operating stability and device lifetime. Thermal...
Synthesis and catalytic behaviour of IrO2 nanostructures in acidic water oxidation
December 2026
The increasing challenges of environmental pollution and energy shortages have intensified the need for the development of clean energy technologies. Among various renewable energy sources, hydrogen...
Smart optical nanocomposites enabled by refractive index engineering
December 2026
Smart optical nanocomposites, capable of dynamically altering their optical properties, are poised to revolutionize next-generation optoelectronic technologies. Precise and active manipulation of the...
Agro Waste Derived Fillers for Vat Photopolymerization of Polymer Composites
Available online 5 March 2026
The agricultural industry generates significant waste each year, which, if improperly disposed of or burned, may harm the environment. It is essential to sustainably harness this waste to transform...
Recent advances in functional liquid crystals with nanomaterials
Available online 5 March 2026
Liquid crystals (LCs) are a fascinating physical state of matter associated with crystal order and liquid mobility at different hierarchical levels. LCs have found various emerging applications in diverse...
ZIF-67-driven synergistic strategies for high-performance flame retardant polymer nanocomposites
Available online 5 March 2026
Polymers are valued in numerous critical applications due to their lightweight nature, ease of processing and affordability. A major drawback is their natural flammability, which poses a serious risk,...
Fiber-Reinforced, Polycarbonate-Based Polyurethane Composites for Enhanced Long-Term Fatigue Resistance in Orthopedic Applications
Available online 25 February 2026
Orthopedic implants demand materials that combine long-term biocompatibility with robust mechanical durability to ensure sustained load-bearing performance and reliable tissue integration. However,...
Metal-organic frameworks and their derivatives for sustainable flame-retardant polymeric materials
December 2025
Biomass resources are natural polymeric materials that are abundant, affordable, non-toxic and renewable. Although they find diverse applications in both everyday life and high-tech materials, their...
Thermoelectric materials and devices: Applications in enhancing building energy conversion and efficiency
December 2025
As energy consumption in buildings increases and the search for clean energy intensifies, the application of various energy harvesters to convert different forms of energy present within and around...
External physical field-responsive nanocomposite hydrogels for wound healing applications
December 2025
Hydrogels, as hydrophilic polymers with intricate 3D network structures, exhibit remarkable properties such as adhesion and moisture retention, promising broad applications in wound healing. However,...
Graphene-reinforced aluminium matrix nanocomposites: Fabrication, properties and applications
December 2025
In recent decades, significant attention has been paid to aluminium matrix composites (AMCs) due to their superior properties such as lightweight, high strength, wear resistance and thermal conductivity....
Advancing polymer nanocomposites through mechanochemical approaches
December 2025
Mechanochemical approaches have recently garnered significant interests in the development of polymer nanocomposites due to their effectiveness, environmental sustainability, scalability and simplicity....
Graphene-functionalized textile composites for wearable Joule heating applications
December 2025
Thermal comfort is essential for maintaining physiological well-being, with textile materials traditionally serving as the primary medium for regulating heat exchange between the body and its environment....
Preparation of rhodamine 6G dye coated nano-coal fly ash nanocomposite: Novel forensic powder for latent fingerprint detection
December 2025
This study reports on a novel powder-based rhodamine 6G dye coated nano-coal fly ash (Rh6G/nano-CFA) nanocomposite that was used in a powder dusting technique to develop latent fingerprint (LFP) images...
Advancements in polyurea-based nanocomposites: Properties, applications and challenges
December 2025
Polyurea and its composites represent a class of multifunctional materials with significant potential for diverse applications. This review offers a comprehensive overview of polyurea and its nanocomposites....
Unlocking functional potentials: Nanofibril networks in organic semiconductors
December 2025
Organic semiconductors, including π-conjugated polymers and small molecules, find potential applications across a wide range of scenarios, including organic field-effect transistors (OFETs), organic...
Bio-based, phase-change MXene/CNT foams for integrated electromagnetic interference shielding, thermal management and infrared stealth
December 2025
The surge in wireless technologies and electronic devices has intensified the demand for next-generation materials with integrated electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding. Yet, it remains a major...
Biomass-derived porous carbon-based composites for electromagnetic wave absorption
December 2025
Electromagnetic wave-absorbing (EMWA) materials show great potential for radar stealth, electromagnetic shielding and advanced electronics. Biomass-derived porous carbon (BPC)-based composites have...
