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...
Dual interface engineering of self-supported crystalline/amorphous NiO/Ni(OH)2 nanosheet arrays for efficient and stable H2O splitting
April 2026
Self-supported nanoarrays have emerged as a promising alternative electrocatalyst for alkaline H2O splitting, owing to their accessible active sites and strongly coupled interfaces with current collectors...
Supramolecular self-assembled graphitic carbon nitride catalyst: A comprehensive review on design principle, synthesis strategy, functionalization and application
April 2026
Graphitic carbon nitride (g-CN) stands out as the most promising candidate for solar energy conversion owing to its easy preparation, metal-free nature, flexible molecular structure, moderate bandgap,...
Research progress of afterglow carbon dots in organic matrixes
April 2026
Carbon dots (CDs) have been widely studied since their discovery because of simple preparation, low toxicity and excellent luminescence properties. With the deepening of research, the luminescence properties...
Prelithiation of silicon encapsulated in MOF-derived carbon/ZnO framework for high-performance lithium-ion battery
April 2026
Silicon possesses a high theoretical capacity, making it a potential contender for lithium-ion battery (LIB) anodes. Nonetheless, its practical usage is challenged by low electrical conductivity and...
Dual-oxides confined carbonyl iron enabling superior electromagnetic wave absorption and anticorrosion performance
April 2026
With the increasing requirements of electromagnetic wave (EMW) absorption, developing EMW absorbers with high-efficiency anti-corrosion performance which can be effectively applied in extreme corrosive...
High-entropy materials for photocatalysis
April 2026
High-entropy materials (HEMs), characterized by their unique compositional diversity and configurational entropy, have emerged as promising candidates in the field of photocatalysis. These materials,...
Discussion on the thermal conductive network threshold of Al2O3/Co-continuous phase polymer composites
April 2026
Achieving high thermal conductivity in polymer composites with micro or nanoparticle fillers are challenging. Typically, over 50 vol% filler loading is necessary to form a thermal conductive network....
Hierarchical bicontinuous Pb-Al nanocomposite with high strength and uniform plasticity
Available online 18 March 2026
Bicontinuous structures, characterized by interpenetrating and continuous phases, offer an opportunity to simultaneously improve the strength and deformability of alloys. However, introducing substructures...
Advances and challenges in electrocatalytic nitrate-to-ammonia conversion for nitrogen recycling
Available online 10 March 2026
The electroreduction of nitrate to ammonia in ambient conditions is a promising approach for ammonia production, yet it is challenged by its kinetic barriers and the competition with hydrogen evolution....
Photothermal eradication of biofilms and microbiologically influenced corrosion on stainless steel using FeCoNiTiCux high-entropy alloy nanoparticles
Available online 10 March 2026
Microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) is a persistent threat to stainless steel assets in marine environments, where biofilms accelerate localized corrosion damage. This work reports FeCoNiTiCux...
One-pot aqueous co-assembly of biomimetic structural composite paper for synergistic enhancement of thermal conductivity and dielectric properties in advanced electronics
Available online 5 March 2026
The increasing thermal and electrical demands of next-generation transformers and precision electronics necessitate the development of insulating materials that simultaneously exhibit high thermal conductivity,...
MOF-based catalysts for oxygen evolution reaction: Evaluation criteria and catalytic performance insights
Available online 3 March 2026
The oxygen evolution reaction (OER) plays a pivotal role in various renewable energy technologies. Thus, the development of efficient and stable electrocatalysts for OER is crucial. Metal-organic frameworks...
Reversible mechanical and adhesive biogels with ion-electronic hybrid conduction and skin temperature-mediated dynamic interactions for multi-modal and self-powered sensing
Available online 3 March 2026
Natural material-based conductive hydrogels are promising candidates for wearable electronics due to their excellent biocompatibility, high softness, and stable adhesion. However, it remains challenging...
Facile synthesis of high-performance and self-healing polyurethane-urea nanocomposites reinforced with graphene
February 2026
In this study, a facile method was employed to synthesize strong, yet highly elastic polyurethane-urea (PUU) with typical characteristics and 94 % optical transmittance. Graphene platelets (GNPs) were...
Hybridization of polyoxometalates and metal-organic frameworks for effective tumor chemodynamic therapy and sonodynamic therapy
February 2026
Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) with high porosity, specific surface area, and unique topologies are highly regarded for their applications in photocatalysis, medical treatment, and environmental pollutant...
Mechanism insight into twin-dependent photocatalysis in near-infrared light-responsive Cu2O nanocrystals with rich oxygen vacancies
February 2026
Simultaneous integration of rich oxygen vacancies (OVs) and twin crystals in a photocatalyst can not only significantly enhance the near-infrared (NIR) light response but also greatly improve the photocharge...
Room temperature gas sensor based on porous NiO nanoplates modified with rGO nanosheets and SnO2 nanoparticles for accurate and rapid ppb-level NO2 detection
February 2026
The porous NiO nanoplates modified with rGO nanosheets and SnO2 nanoparticles are developed for accurate and rapid ppb-level NO2 detection. The developed SnO2/NiO/rGO sensor towards 50 ppm NO2 gas...