Optical resonant cavities carving pathways in tunable wavelength sensitive visible-NIR organic photodetectors
June 2026
Enhancing the photodetection capabilities of organic photodetectors (OPDs) is crucial for advancing applications in medical monitoring, optical communications, image sensing, and robotics, where a strong,...
MOFs with hierarchical nanostructures towards future functional polymers
June 2026
Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a novel class of multidimensional nanomaterials with high specific surface area, porosity, and ease of chemical functionalization that show tremendous potential for...
New opportunities of stimulus-responsive smart nanocarriers in cancer therapy
June 2026
Achieving precise delivery has always been a key challenge in the development of nanomedicine to treat cancer. Intelligent stimulus-responsive nanocarriers imbued with fascinating features such as excellent...
Theoretical and technological fundamentals of pulse electrolysis for the production of electro- and catalytically active materials based on Pt, Pd, Sn and graphene nanostructures
June 2026
Currently, there is a significant focus on developing and implementing environmentally friendly technologies in both industry and daily life (electrochemical energy technologies, catalytic technologies...
Photoresist systems in floating T-gate fabrication for GaN high electron mobility transistors
June 2026
Gallium Nitride (GaN) high electron mobility transistors (HEMTs) have garnered significant attention in micro/millimeter wave and terahertz technologies due to their unique material properties, including...
Dependence of the reinforcement of polymer-based nanocomposites upon the nanofiller geometry
June 2026
The role of the geometry of nanofillers on the mechanical properties of polymer nanocomposites, such as Young's modulus and toughness, has been reviewed based on published data in the literature. The...
Dynamic evolution of copper-based catalysts during CO2 electroreduction
June 2026
The CO2 electroreduction reaction (CO2RR) is a promising approach of using renewable electricity to synthesize fuels and value-added chemicals. At present, Cu is generally considered to be the major...
Nano-structuration of porous frameworks and their dimensionality driven applications
June 2026
Advancements in nanostructures and nanomaterials have significantly impacted both academic research and industry. Notable nanomaterials include carbon materials, polymeric nanoparticles, dendrimers,...
Metallic nanoparticles at the forefront of research: Novel trends in catalysis and plasmonics
June 2026
As nanotechnology accelerates, the multifaceted nature of metallic nanoparticles (MNPs) emerges as a cornerstone of innovation, offering a vast canvas for exploration and discovery. While existing literature...
Novel 3D bioprinting approach for spinal cord injury repair using neural stem cells and TGF-β1 monoclonal antibody
June 2026
To investigate the repair of spinal cord injury (SCI) in rats using 3D bioprinted decellularized extracellular matrix (dECM) hydrogel, neural stem cells (NSCs), and TGF-β1 monoclonal antibody....
Mechanochemical preparation and performance regulation mechanism of highly durable and multifunctional iron red nanocomposite pigments derived from natural mixed-dimensional palygorskite clay
June 2026
Iron oxide red pigments are one of the most widely used inorganic red pigments around the world. It is always pursed to improve their physicochemical properties. Herein, a continuous mechanochemical...
Rational design of ultra-dispersed TiO2/few-layered Ti3C2Tx MXene heterostructure for enhanced sodium storage
June 2026
Ti3C2Tx-based MXenes have become up-and-coming energy storage materials owing to their excellent physiochemical properties. However, the inadequate availability of Na+ adsorption sites and unsatisfactory...
NiO lattice oxygen overflow promoted by Ti3C2 support enhances catalytic hydrolysis of carbonyl sulfide in metallurgical gas
June 2026
Achieving efficient hydrolysis of carbonyl sulfide (COS) on catalysts at moderate temperature, while suppressing the production of sulfate and carbon, remains a daunting challenge. Herein, NiO/Ti3C2...
Tailoring the d-band center of iridium-doped cobalt selenide for dual-boosted hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions
June 2026
Designing effective electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and oxygen evolution reaction (OER) is essential for the advancement of water electrolysis. Herein, iridium-doped CoSe2 (Ir–CoSe2)...
Recent progress of dual-atom catalysts on zinc-air batteries
June 2026
Zinc-air batteries (ZABs) are the promising candidates for the novel electrochemical energy storage devices due to their large theoretical specific energy density, high safety and low cost. However,...
Hierarchical N, S co-doped Fe3O4/C nanotubes constructed by ultrathin nanosheets for superior Li-ion batteries
June 2026
In the present work, a facile strategy of synthesizing ultrathin nanosheets constructed N, S co-doped Fe3O4/C nanotubes via annealing the methyl orange-embedded Fe-glycerate nanotubes is reported. The...
Ultra-clean graphene for transmission electron microscopy by direct polymer-free adhesion method
Available online 30 April 2026
Graphene is an ideal sample support for electron microscopy experiments. Its crystalline nature and single atomic thickness make it easy for any objects placed on graphene to be identified and studied....
In situ Raman spectroscopy monitoring of interface aging in aluminum-filled polydimethylsiloxane composites
April 2026
The increasing power density of chips poses a significant challenge in the form of material aging for aluminum-filled polydimethylsiloxane (Al/PDMS) composites, which are widely used in thermal interface...
Introducing oxygen evolution promoting hole defect states at BiVO4 surface for enhanced photoelectrochemical activity
April 2026
Doping metal ions offer a promising strategy to tune the intrinsic and surface properties of BiVO4 for enhanced photoelectrochemical (PEC) activity. Given this, experimental and theoretical studies...
Strain-mediated phase transition of MoTe2 monolayer
April 2026
MoTe2 has emerged as a promising candidate in the field of integrated circuits, memristive devices, and catalysts, owing to its polymorphic nature across different phases. Experimentally, strain engineering...
Nanomotors driven by waves with different frequencies
April 2026
A diverse range of light and waves, spanning from near-infrared to ultraviolet, alongside ultrasound, have proven effective in propelling nanomotors. This review encapsulates the advancements in nanomotor...
Developments of photocatalytic overall water splitting to produce H2
April 2026
Over the past half-century, significant efforts have been dedicated to the photocatalytic H2 production from H2O under UV–visible light irradiation. These endeavors have yielded remarkable results,...
SiO2 decorated wood nanocomposite with enhanced mechanical performance, flame and water resistance
April 2026
Development of lightweight and strong structural material using fast-growing poplar wood is promising for green and sustainable engineering. Herein, the overall performances of fast-growing natural...
Nanostructure-dependent colouration efficiency of electrochromic coatings using 0D, 1D, and 2D WO3 for smart windows
April 2026
Towards the development of highly efficient electrochromic coatings, the crystallinity, morphology (e.g. size and shape) of electrochromic nanomaterials, and their charge insertion capacities play a...
Coral reefs-inspired strategy for hierarchical prussian blue derived nickel phyllosilicate architecture: Efficient flame retardancy and mechanical reinforcement of epoxy nanocomposites
April 2026
The development of epoxy (EP) nanocomposites has emerged as a prominent research area across diverse sectors, including automotive, construction, and aerospace industries. Recently, adopting biomimetic...