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Improved polymer electrolyte interfacial contact via constructing vertically aligned fillers
Xu Li, Yue Zhao, Tingli Ma
2025, 44(2): 100406  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100406
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In summary, incorporating vertically aligned structures at the filler-electrolyte interface exhibits excellent interfacial properties and Ion transmission rate. This arrangement effectively avoids particle agglomeration caused by high surface energy ion migration along the vertical direction of ion migration facilitate the uniform deposition of Li+ on the metallic lithium anode. Additionally, the shortened lithium-ion conduction distance and excellent electrolyte/electrode interface contribute t...
Facilitating ultra-fast lithium ion diffusion in face-centered cubic oxides via over-stoichiometric face-sharing configurations
Xiaohan Zhang, Bo Xiao
2025, 44(2): 100419  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100419
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This research not only helps us deeply understand the Li ion diffusion mechanism in oxide materials, but also provides the new insight in designing the Li superionic conductors within the vast chemical space of fcc-type oxides. It is noted that this design scheme is based on the simultaneous adjustment of the size of diffusion path and the content of Li ions. In fact, previous study has shown that Li ions can still achieve rapid diffusion even under the low Li content (without the synchronized d...
Achieving colossal anisotropic thermal expansion via synergism of spin crossover and rhombus deformation
Shuai Liang, Wen-Jing Jiang, Ji-Xiang Hu
2025, 44(2): 100430  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100430
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In summary, Liu et al. realized the thermally-induced spin transition with colossal PTE and NTE properties in a cyano-bridged hexanuclear complex. The spin transition as well as the conformational transformation triggered anisotropic alteration of the rhombic {FeIII2FeII2} unit and modifications in intermolecular C–H···π interactions, ultimately resulting in NTE along the b axis. This work demonstrates that merging SCO compounds with a pliable rhombic structure and intermolecular interactions le...
Pyridinic nitrogen-substituted graphene membranes for exceptional CO2 capture
Sushu Zhang, Yang Yang, Jingyu Wang
2025, 44(2): 100440  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100440
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This work underscores the effectiveness of introducing functional heteroatoms at the edges of pores of 2D oxidized graphene for improving CO2/N2 separation. The strong affinity between pyridinic N and CO2, coupled with the 2D nature of pores, enables high selectivity even in dilute CO2 mixtures with a little sacrifice of permeance as compared to graphene membranes without NH3 treatment. These results emphasized the challenges in simultaneously optimizing the gas permeance and selectivity for CO2...
Tailoring the configuration of polymer passivators in perovskite solar cells
Yaohua Li, Qi Cao, Xuanhua Li
2025, 44(2): 100413  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100413
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Given the remarkable tunability and chemical adaptability of polymers, substantial opportunities for advancement in the realm of perovskites are anticipated in the forthcoming years. Through the systematic correlation of polymer structure with PSC performance, by seamlessly oscillating between empirical experiments and theoretical simulations, the journey towards commercializing PSCs will persist in its momentum....
Printable magnetoresistive sensors: A crucial step toward unconventional magnetoelectronics
Lin Guo, Rui Xu, Denys Makarov
2025, 44(2): 100428  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100428
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With advancements in printing technology and the ongoing development of materials science, printable MR sensors are emerging as a highly promising field. The broad range of available binders and fillers offers greater design flexibility while enabling customization and personalization. The high-throughput low-cost production of printable MR sensors is vital for meeting the enormous and continuously expanding market demands. Overall, the integration of advanced printing techniques in the fabricat...
Structural determination and exotic resistive behaviour of α-RuI3 under high-pressure
Zhongxiong Sun, Haili Song, Mei-Huan Zhao, Yijie Zeng, Man-Rong Li
2025, 44(2): 100429  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100429
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In conclusion, we collected selected area electron diffraction patterns from different orientations to fit the lattice parameters. The results demonstrate that α-RuI3 adopts the R-3 space group. Density functional theory calculations were employed to discuss the energy advantage of the 3R and 2H phases under various pressures. The 3R phase shows lower energy than 2H under the synthesized pressure. Moreover, the ΔH-P curves imply that the 2H phase will emerge at approximately 11 GPa. Furthermore,...
Engineering circularly polarized luminescence through symmetry manipulation in achiral tetraphenylpyrazine structures
Yuanpeng Ye, Longfei Yao, Guofeng Liu
2025, 44(2): 100460  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100460
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Symmetry breaking, a critical phenomenon in both natural and artificial systems, is pivotal in constructing chiral structures from achiral building units. This study focuses on the achiral molecule 8,8',8'',8'''-((pyrazine-2,3,5,6-tetrayltetrakis(benzene-4,1-iyl))tetrakis(oxy))tetrakis (octan-1-ol) (TPP-C8OH), an aggregation-induced emission (AIE) molecule, to explore its symmetry breaking behavior in supramolecular assembly. By analyzing TPP-C8OH in various solvents-both non-chiral and chiral- ...
Photoelectric synergy induced synchronous functionalization of graphene and its applications in water splitting and desalination
Limin Wang, Feiyi Huang, Xinyi Liang, Rajkumar Devasenathipathy, Xiaotian Liu, Qiulan Huang, Zhongyun Yang, Dujuan Huang, Xinglan Peng, Du-Hong Chen, Youjun Fan, Wei Chen
2025, 44(2): 100501  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100501
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Chemical functionalization of grapheme is a topic of paramount importance to broaden its applications in chemistry, physics, and biological science but remains a great challenge due to its low chemical activity and poor dispersion. Here, we report a strategy for the photosynergetic electrochemical functionalization of graphene (EFG). By using chloride ion (Cl–) as the intercalation anions and co-reactants, the electrogenerated radicals confined in the expanded graphite layers enable efficient ra...
Break the capacity limit of Li4Ti5O12 anodes through oxygen vacancy engineering
Jianjun Fang, Kunchen Xie, Yongli Song, Kangyi Zhang, Fei Xu, Xiaoze Shi, Ming Ren, Minzhi Zhan, Hai Lin, Luyi Yang, Shunning Li, Feng Pan
2025, 44(2): 100504  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100504
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The zero-strain spinel Li4Ti5O12 stands out as a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries due to its outstanding cycling stability. However, the limited theoretic specific capacity, low Li+ diffusion coefficient and electronic conductivity severely hinder its practical application. In this study, we demonstrate a strategy of introducing abundant oxygen vacancies not only on the surface and but also inside the bulk of Li4Ti5O12 particles via reductive thermal sintering. The oxygen vacan...
A new SIFSIX anion pillared cage MOF with crs topological structure for efficient C2H2/CO2 separation
Huirong Chen, Yingzhi He, Yan Han, Jianbo Hu, Jiantang Li, Yunjia Jiang, Basem Keshta, Lingyao Wang, Yuanbin Zhang
2025, 44(2): 100508  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100508
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Due to the similar physicochemical properties of acetylene (C2H2) and carbon dioxide (CO2), separating C2H2 from a CO2/C2H2 mixture poses a significant challenge in the petrochemical industry. Herein, we successfully synthesized a novel SiF62- anion pillared cage metal-organic framework ZNU-15 possessing a new crs topological structure for the selective capture of C2H2. As a linear bidentate linker, the fluorinated SiF62- anion partitions the pores into various sized cages. ZNU-15 displays moder...
An unexpected role of lanthanide substitution in thermally responsive phosphors NaLnTe2O7: Eu3+ (Ln = Y and Gd)
Hongzhi Zhang, Hong Li, Asif Ali Haider, Junpeng Li, Zhi Xie, Hongming Jiang, Conglin Liu, Rui Wang, Jing Zhu
2025, 44(2): 100509  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100509
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Bifunctional applications in solid state lighting and optical thermometry are attractive in the optical field. Despite Eu3+ doped phosphors are widely used in white-LEDs, phosphors with high temperature sensitivity remain rare. Herein, NaLnTe2O7:Eu3+ (Ln = Y and Gd) phosphors were synthesized using a rapid microwave-assisted solid-state method to fulfill these applications. Under 395 nm excitation, NaLnTe2O7:Eu3+ exhibit the characteristic 5D0→7FJ (J = 1-4) transitions of Eu3+. Substituting Gd3+...
Molecular conformational effects on co-assembly systems of low-symmetric carboxylic acids investigated by scanning tunneling microscopy
Yutong Xiong, Ting Meng, Wendi Luo, Bin Tu, Shuai Wang, Qingdao Zeng
2025, 44(2): 100511  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2025.100511
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The assembly behaviors of two low-symmetric carboxylic acid molecules (CTTA and BCBDA) containing naphthalene rings on graphite surfaces have been investigated using scanning tunneling microscopy (STM). The transformation of nanostructures induced by the second components (EDA and PEBP-C4) have been also examined. Both CTTA and BCBDA molecules self-assemble at the 1-heptanoic acid (HA)/HOPG interface, forming porous network structures. The dimer represents the most elementary building unit due t...

  

Lithium-ion rapid transport mechanism and channel design in solid electrolytes
Jia-hui Li, Jinkai Qiu, Cheng Lian
2025, 44(1): 100381  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100381
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The ionic conductivity in high-performance solid-state electrolytes can reach 10-2 S cm-1 that is equivalent to the conductivity of liquid electrolytes, which has greatly promoted the vigorous development of quasi-solid-state batteries and all-solid-state batteries. Whether in polymer electrolytes, inorganic crystal electrolytes or composite solid electrolytes, the rapid transport mechanism of lithium-ion is the essential criterion used to guide high-performance solid electrolyte design. A compr...
Hexavalent iridium catalyst enhances efficiency of hydrogen production
Hong Yin, Zhipeng Yu
2025, 44(1): 100382  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100382
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In conclusion, the development of IrVI-ado represents a major leap forward in PEM water electrolysis technology. By dramatically reducing the amount of iridium required while enhancing catalytic performance and stability, this innovation holds the potential to make H2 production via PEM electrolysis more economically viable and scalable. To transition this breakthrough from the laboratory to industrial applications, further research and development will be crucial, thereby paving the way for a m...
Electrosynthesis of hydroxylamine from earth-abundant small molecules
Wen-Bo Wei, Qi-Long Zhu
2025, 44(1): 100383  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100383
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It is noteworthy that the work combined plasma discharge with electroreduction processes, resulting in the sustainable synthesis of NH2OH from ambient air and H2O. The proposed mechanism not only mitigates the energy consumption problem during NH2OH electrosynthesis but also reduces the emission of NOx. Furthermore, it provides an important scientific reference for the renewable electrosynthesis of NH2OH and other nitrogen-containing compounds. Nevertheless, the large-scale synthesis of HNO3 pla...
Optimization strategy for rechargeable Zn metal batteries over wide-pH aqueous electrolytes
Chuyuan Lin, Hui Lin, Lingxing Zeng
2025, 44(1): 100407  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100407
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In conclusion, the electrochemical stability of Zn metal anodes in wide-pH electrolytes can be enhanced by the strategy of electrolyte engineering and electrode design. On the one hand, the optimization mechanism of electrolyte engineering can be considered as the manipulation of the chemical environment at the electrode/electrolyte interface. In particular, the amphipathic organics-based EDL and fluorinated polymer interphase can mitigate the wide range of pH and act as a protective layer, thus...
Rational design of metal-metal hydroxide interface for efficient electrocatalytic oxidation of biomass-derived platform molecules
Yuchen Wang, Zhenhao Xu, Kai Yan
2025, 44(1): 100418  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100418
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In summary, the reported work proposes Pd/Ni(OH)2 catalysts with rich Ni2+-O-Pd interfaces for low-potential HMFOR with ∼100% FDCA selectivity. At Ni2+-O-Pd interfaces, efficient HMFOR originates from the formation of abundant OH* and the decreased activation energy of C-H bonds. It is proved that the construction of metal-metal hydroxide interfaces is very effective for efficient electrocatalytic oxidation of biomass-derived platform molecules. This work provides comprehensive theoretical insig...
Improving the electrocatalysts for conversion-type anodes of alkali-ion batteries
Ajay Piriya Vijaya Kumar Saroja, Yuhan Wu, Yang Xu
2025, 44(1): 100408  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100408
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In this Perspectives, we discuss the role of electrocatalysts in improving the conversion reaction kinetics of conversion-type anodes and the strategies to enhance the effectiveness of electrocatalysts for alkali-ion batteries. Also, we provide suggestions for future research aspects of electrocatalysts for conversion-type anodes, which are regarding some of the challenging issues and possible solutions....
Exploring temperature-driven phase dynamics of phosphate: The periodic to incommensurately modulated long-range ordered phase transition in CsCdPO4
Mengjia Luo, Yi Qiu, Zhengyang Zhou
2025, 44(1): 100446  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100446
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CsCdPO4 adopts a periodic 3D Cd-P-O anionic network at room temperature. As the temperature increases above 440 K, thermal vibrations induced torsion and deformation within the PO4 units are constrained by the 3D Cd-P-O network, which is critical for the unique periodic to incommensurately modulated long-range ordered phase transition....
Hydrogen spillover enhances the selective hydrogenation of α,β-unsaturated aldehydes on the Cu-O-Ce interface
Jinyuan Cui, Tingting Yang, Teng Xu, Jin Lin, Kunlong Liu, Pengxin Liu
2025, 44(1): 100438  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100438
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The industrially important selective hydrogenation of α,β-unsaturated aldehydes to allyl alcohol is still challenging to realize using heterogenous hydrogenation catalysts. Supported Cu catalysts have shown moderate selectivity, yet low activity for the reaction, due to the electronic structure of Cu. By anchoring atomically dispersed Pd atoms onto the exposed Cu surface of Cu@CeO2, we report in this work that hydrogen spillover activates the inert metal-oxide interfaces of Cu@CeO2 into highly e...
In-situ passivating surface defects of ultra-thin MAPbBr3 perovskite single crystal films for high performance photodetectors
Wenli Xu, Yingzhao Zhang, Rui Wang, Chenyang Liu, Jialin Liu, Xiangyu Huo, Xinying Liu, He Zhang, Jianxu Ding
2025, 44(1): 100454  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100454
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Ultra-thin single crystal film (SCF) without grain boundary, inherits low charge recombination probability as bulk single crystals. However, its low depth brings a high surface defects ratio and hinders carrier transport and extraction, which affects the performance and stability of optoelectronic devices such as photodetectors, and thus surface defect passivation is of great practical significance. In this paper, we used the space confined method to grow MAPbBr3 SCF and selected BA2PbI4 for sur...
From [Ba3S][GeS4] to [Ba3CO3][MS4] (M = Ge, Sn): Enhancing optical anisotropy in IR birefringent crystals via functional group implantation
Yong-Fang Shi, Sheng-Hua Zhou, Zuju Ma, Xin-Tao Wu, Hua Lin, Qi-Long Zhu
2025, 44(1): 100455  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100455
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Birefringent crystals are crucial for manipulating light's phase and polarization, making them vital components in various optical devices. Traditionally, strategies for designing high-performance birefringent crystals have focused on modifying the parent structure. However, there are limited examples demonstrating how changing functional groups can effectively enhance birefringence (Δn), as such changes often significantly alter the crystal structure. In this study, we propose a "functional gro...
Interfacial engineering of core/satellite-structured RuP/RuP2 heterojunctions for enhanced pH-universal hydrogen evolution reaction
Lizhang Chen, Yu Fang, Mingxin Pang, Ruoxu Sun, Lin Xu, Qixing Zhou, Yawen Tang
2025, 44(1): 100461  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100461
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Developing the renewable hydrogen technologies requires high-efficiency pH-universal hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) electrocatalysts. Ruthenium phosphides (RuPx) have the great potentials to replace the commercial Pt-based materials, whereas the optimization of their electronic structure for favorable reaction intermediate adsorption remains a significant challenge. Herein, we report an innovative phosphorization-controlled strategy for the in-situ immobilization of core/satellite-structured ...
p-d orbital hybridization induced by CuGa2 promotes selective N2 electroreduction
Bin Chen, Chaoyang Zheng, Dehuan Shi, Yi Huang, Renxia Deng, Yang Wei, Zheyuan Liu, Yan Yu, Shenghong Zhong
2025, 44(1): 100468  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100468
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In the quest to align with industrial benchmarks, a noteworthy gap remains in the field of electrochemical nitrogen fixation, particularly in achieving high Faradaic efficiency (FE) and yield. The electrocatalytic nitrogen fixation process faces considerable hurdles due to the difficulty of cleaving the highly stable N≡N triple bond. Additionally, the electrochemical pathway for nitrogen fixation is often compromised by the concurrent hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), which competes aggressivel...
Strategic modulation of CoFe sites for advanced bifunctional oxygen electrocatalyst
Juhong Zhou, Hui Zhao, Ping Han, Ziyue Wang, Yan Zhang, Xiaoxia Mao, Konglin Wu, Shengjue Deng, Wenxiang He, Binbin Jiang
2025, 44(1): 100470  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100470
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An effective strategy of regulating active sites in bifunctional oxygen electrocatalysts is essentially desired, especially in rechargeable metal-air batteries (RZABs). Herein, a highly efficient electrocatalyst of CoFe alloys embedded in pyridinic nitrogen enriched N-doped carbon (CoFe/P-NC) is intelligently constructed by pyrolysis strategy. The high concentration of pyridinic nitrogen in CoFe/P-NC can significantly reprogram the redistribution of electron density of metal active sites, conseq...
Recent progress in steric modulation of MR-TADF materials and doping concentration independent OLEDs with narrowband emission
Jun-Yi Wang, Jue-Yu Bao, Zheng-Guang Wu, Zheng-Yin Du, Xunwen Xiao, Xu-Feng Luo
2025, 44(1): 100451  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100451
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Multiple-resonance thermally activated delayed fluorescence (MR-TADF) materials hold significant promise for advancing narrowband emissive organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) due to their attractive narrowband emission characteristics, high emission intensity, and tunable emission colors. However, the planar nature of MR-TADF materials leads to the serve π-π stacking, which can result in concentration quenching and spectral broadening, thereby limiting their further application in OLEDs. Curre...
Plasmonic nanocrystals with intrinsic chirality: Biomolecule-directed synthesis and applications
Yiming Yang, Lichao Sun, Qingfeng Zhang
2025, 44(1): 100467  doi: 10.1016/j.cjsc.2024.100467
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Plasmonic nanocrystals with intrinsic chirality are becoming a hot research focus and offer a wide range of applications in optics, biomedicine, asymmetric catalysis, and enantioselective sensing. Making use of the enantioselective interaction of the chiral biomolecules and plasmonic nanocrystals, the biomolecules-directed synthesis endows chiral plasmonic nanocrystals with tunable optical properties and excellent biocompatibility. Recent advances in the biomolecule-directed geometric control of...