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Copper indium sulfide colloidal quantum dots: Advances in synthesis, structure-optoelectronic properties, and applications

The discovery of quantum dots (QDs) stands as one of the paramount technological breakthroughs of the 20th century. Their versatility spans from everyday applications to cutting-edge scientific research,...

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Tailoring solvation sheath and desolvation processes of weakly solvated Zn2+ through heterointerfaces built-in electric field effects for ultra-stable aqueous zinc batteries

Solvated zinc ions are prone to undergo desolvation at the electrode/electrolyte interfaces, and unstable H2O molecules within the solvated sheaths tend to trigger hydrogen evolution reaction (HER),...

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Dual electric fields in Ni-CdS@Ni(OH)2 heterojunction: A synergistic spatial charge separation approach for enhanced coupled CO2 photoreduction and selective toluene oxidation

Simultaneously inducing dual built-in electric fields (EFs) both within a single component and at the heterojunction interface creates a dual-driving force that is crucial for promoting spatial charge...

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Atomically dispersed tungsten enhances CO tolerance in electrocatalytic hydrogen oxidation by regulating the 5d-orbital electrons of platinum

The susceptibility of Pt catalyst surfaces to carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning in anodic hydrogen oxidation reaction (HOR) has been a critical constraint on the development of proton exchange membrane...

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Enhanced capacitive energy storage of polyetherimide at high temperatures by integration of electrical insulation and thermal conductivity

Polymer dielectrics possessing excellent electrical insulation and high thermal conductivity are pivotal for dielectric capacitors at elevated temperatures. However, the integration of electrical insulation...

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Accelerated discovery of near-zero ablation ultra-high temperature ceramics via GAN-enhanced directionally constrained active learning

In materials science, a significant correlation often exists between material input parameters and their corresponding performance attributes. Nevertheless, the inherent challenges associated with small...

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High-throughput theoretical exploration of multifunctional planar MBenes: Magnetism, topology, superconductivity, and anode applications

Pursuing new two-dimensional (2D) materials has been a hot topic in materials science, driven by their potential for diverse applications. Recent research has unveiled stable planar hypercoordinate...

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Regulating electric double layer in non-fluorinated ether electrolyte enables high-voltage and low-temperature lithium metal batteries

The poor oxidation stability of ether-based solvents has long been a major challenge limiting their practical application. To enhance the oxidative stability of ether-based electrolytes, the physicochemical...

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Exploring the potential of low-dimensional materials from cigarette butts for energy applications: A comprehensive review

Carbon-based low-dimensional materials (CLDM) with elemental carbon as the main component have unique physical and chemical properties, and become the focus of research in many fields including energy,...

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Enhancing dipole polarization loss in conjugated metal-organic frameworks via coordination symmetry breaking under electromagnetic field

Modulating the dipole polarization loss in the single-atom region and establishing its direct relationship with the EWA performance remain an unmet challenge. Here, a dual-ligand modulation strategy,...

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Electronic Structure Regulation Inducing Robust Solid Electrolyte Interphase for Stable Anode-free Sodium Metal Batteries

Anode-free sodium metal batteries (AFSMBs) have gained attention as next-generation storage systems with high energy density and cost-effectiveness. However, non-uniform sodium (Na) deposition and an...

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Integrating Luminescence with Triboelectricity: Meticulously Designed Hybrid Nanogenerator for Multipurpose Applications

A seamless combination of mechanical energy-harvesting triboelectric nanogenerators with other technologies is the key to widening their applicability. Combining photoluminescent (PL) and triboelectric...

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Recent Progress on High-Precision Construction of Nanoarchitectured SERS Substrates for Ultrasensitive Bio-Medical Sensors

Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) has evolved from a laboratory technique to a practical tool for ultra-sensitive detection, particularly in the biomedical field, where precise molecular identification...

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Single bond regulated 1O2 and ‧O2- selective generation of heptazine-based conjugated polymers for high-selectivity photocatalysis

In conjugated polymers (CPs) photocatalytic system, the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) is regulated by cross-scale factors involving active site, excitonic behavior and O2 activation process...

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Honeycomb-Like Single-Atom Catalysts with FeN3Cl Sites for High-Performance Oxygen Reduction

The great interest of Fe-N/C based Zn-air batteries and fuel cells intrigues large numbers of studies on modulating the pore structure for fast mass transport and the electronic structure of atomic...

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Structure-tailored superlattice Bi7Ti4NbO21: Coupling octahedral tilting and rotation induced high ferroelectric polarization for efficient piezo-photocatalytic CO2 reduction

Intergrowth ferroelectric semiconductors with excellent spontaneous polarization field are highly promising piezo-photocatalytic candidate materials. In addition, developing structural design and revealing...

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High temperature molten salts mediated deep regeneration and recrystallization of ternary nickle-rich cathodes

Within the framework of carbon neutrality, lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) are progressively booming along with the growing utilization of green and clean energy. However, the extensive application of...

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Rapid synthesis of carbon quantum dot-integrated metal–organic framework nanosheets via electron beam irradiation for selective 5-hydroxymethylfurfural electrooxidation

Balancing the adsorption of OH⁻ and 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) is crucial in optimizing the competing HMF oxidation reaction and oxygen evolution reaction, especially given the polymerization tendency...

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Advancements in perovskites for solar cell commercialization: A review

The efficiency of perovskite solar cells (PSCs) has progressed rapidly, exceeding 26% for single-junction devices and surpassing 34% in perovskite-silicon tandem configurations, establishing PSCs as...

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Superb impact resistance of nano-precipitation-strengthened high-entropy alloys

Critical engineering applications, such as landing gears and armor protection, require structural materials withstanding high strength and significant plastic deformation. Nanoprecipitate-strengthened...

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Stereoisomeric engineering mediated zinc metal electrodeposition: Critical balance of solvation and adsorption capability

The exceptional electrochemical performance of zinc anodes is frequently impeded by inadequate deposition kinetics and interfacial chemistry. Herein, we introduce the stereoisomerism to inform the balanced...

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Recent advances in single- and dual-atom catalysts for efficient nitrogen electro-reduction and their perspectives

Electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction (ENRR) is emerging as a favorable option to the power-intensive Haber-Bosch process for ammonia synthesis. However, obstacles such as poor selectivity, low...

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Recent progress in aqueous zinc-ion batteries based on conversion-type cathodes

Developing advanced secondary batteries with low cost and high safety has attracted increasing research interests across the world. In particular, the aqueous zinc-ion battery (AZIB) has been regarded...

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Accelerating dual-directional sulfur conversion through optimal p-band centers and interfacial charge redistribution for high-efficiency Li-S batteries

Despite extensive investigation into various electrocatalysts to enhance the progressive redox transformations of sulfur species in Li-S batteries (LSBs), their catalytic abilities are often hindered...

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Tailored Csf/HfC0.76N0.24 composites for superior ablation resistance at 3000°C

Ultra-high temperature materials are desirable to withstand the severe aero-thermochemical environments of hypersonic flight, paving the groundworks for flight speeds exceeding Mach 5. Here, we present...

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