《纳米研究》2024年第4期目录

文摘科学 2024-10-05 08:01 吉林

引言

封面：四川大学李盼盼课题组：揭示氮掺杂碳负载铜基催化剂电催化硝酸根还原制氨的尺寸效应。

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Carbon

Research Articles

Magneto-electric integrated design strategy of NiCo@C composites for synergistic absorption and conversion in mid-high frequency microwaves

Yijie Liu, Jintang Zhou^*, Xiaoxuan He, Lvtong Duan, Yucheng Wang, Zhenyu Cheng, and Zhengjun Yao^*

The morphology, composition, and defect states of NiCo@C materials are controlled by our chemical synthesis route. NiCo@C particles ultimately achieve synergistic absorption effects at low thickness (d < 3.5 mm) at middle frequencies (6–10 GHz) and high frequencies (10.5–18 GHz). Broadband absorption of electromagnetic waves and mid-high frequency band conversion are realized.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2205–2215

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6085-0

Substrate screening for superclean graphene growth using first-principles calculations

Zhihao Li, Xiucai Sun, Xiaoli Sun, Wan-Jian Yin^*, and Zhongfan Liu^*

Improving the surface cleanliness and overall quality of finished product prepared by chemical vapor deposition (CVD) graphene growth are issues that researchers have striven to understand and address. Understanding the fundamental mechanism associated with contaminant generation and developing corresponding means of suppression are practically significant for improving graphene quality.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2216–2222

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6193-x

Catalytic

Review Articles

Advances of graphdiyne-supported metal catalysts in thermocatalytic reactions

Jia Yu, Yida Yang, Yuliang Li, Changyan Cao^*, and Weiguo Song^*

An overview about the advances and particular characteristics of graphdiyne-supported metal catalysts in thermocatalytic reactions is summarized.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2223–2233

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6166-0

Recent progress of cobalt-based electrocatalysts for water splitting: Electron modulation, surface reconstitution, and applications

Zhijian Liang, Di Shen, Lei Wang^*, and Honggang Fu^*

In this paper, we present a comprehensive summary of the strategies utilized to modulate the d-band center and spin state in cobalt-based catalysts. We delve into the intricate process of surface reconstruction in these catalysts, providing a detailed analysis. Furthermore, we offer insightful guidance for the effective application of cobalt-based catalysts in water splitting.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4),2234–2269

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6219-4

Communications

An amorphous FeMoO₄ nanorod array enabled high-efficiency oxygen evolution electrocatalysis in alkaline seawater

Jie Tang, Shengjun Sun, Xun He, Hui Zhang, Chaoxin Yang, Min Zhang, Meng Yue, Hefeng Wang, Yuntong Sun, Yonglan Luo, Sulaiman Alfaifi, Asmaa Farouk, Mohamed S. Hamdy, Xuping Sun^*, Huiqing Wang^*, and Binwu Ying^*

An amorphous FeMoO₄ nanorod array on Ni foam acts as a high-efficiency and durable water oxidation electrocatalyst in alkaline seawater, requiring an overpotential of only 332 mV to achieve 300 mA·cm⁻².

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2270–2275

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6087-y

Fe-doped Co₃O₄nanowire strutted 3D pinewood-derived carbon: A highly selective electrocatalyst for ammonia production via nitrate reduction

Xuwei Liu, Chaozhen Liu, Xun He, Zhengwei Cai, Kai Dong, Jun Li, Xiaoya Fan, Ting Xie, Xiya Yang, Yonglan Luo, Dongdong Zheng, Shengjun Sun, Sulaiman Alfaifi, Feng Gong*, and Xuping Sun*

Fe-doped Co₃O₄nanowire strutted three-dimensional (3D) pinewood-derived carbon (PC) (Fe-Co₃O₄/PC) facilitates the ambient electrosynthesis of NH₃ via NO₃⁻ reduction, achieving a high Faradic efficiency of 96.5% at −0.5 V and a large NH₃ yield of 1.2 mmol·h^–1·cm^–2 at −0.9 V in 0.1 M NaOH with 0.1 M NO₃⁻.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2276–2282

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6204-y

NiO@Ni nanoparticles embedded in N-doped carbon for efficient photothermal CO₂ methanation coupled with H₂O splitting

Yun Zhou, Peng Zheng, Fang Wang*, Fangna Gu*, Wenqing Xu*, Qinyang Lu, Tingyu Zhu, Ziyi Zhong, Guangwen Xu, and Fabing Su*

NiO@Ni nanoparticles embedded in N-doped carbon can efficiently catalyze CO₂ methanation (yield: 5.5 mmol/(g·h), selectivity: 96.8%) under mild photothermal conditions (200 °C, 1.5 W/cm²), exhibiting the synergistic effect of photocatalysis and thermal catalysis.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2283–2290

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6226-5

Research Articles

Simultaneous integration of Fe clusters and NiFe dual single atoms in nitrogen-doped carbon for oxygen reduction reaction

Jirong Bai, Yuebin Lian, Yaoyao Deng, Mei Xiang*, Peng Xu, Quanfa Zhou, Yawen Tang*, and Yaqiong Su*

There is a strong electron exchange between NiFe dual single-atoms and the Fe clusters, which is conducive to breaking the symmetric electronic structure of Fe-N₄, and the obtained Fe_NCs/NiFe_SAs-NC catalyst shows low rate-determining step (RDS) energy barrier and high intrinsic oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) activity.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2291–2297

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6038-7

Coordinatively unsaturated cobalt single-atom nanozymes for visual pesticides detection by smartphone-based platform

Fangning Liu, Zhe Li, Hengya Wei, Peng Xu, Ge Kang, Shicheng Zhu, Tingting Wang, Ruxue He, Chuanxia Chen*, and Yizhong Lu*

Enzyme-like activity is fine-tuned by modulating the ligand environment of single-atom catalysts and a paper/smartphone sensor for organophosphorus pesticides was successfully constructed based on SA-CoN₃ unsaturated ligands.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2298–2307

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6039-6

Iron-nickel alloy particles with N-doped carbon “armor” as a highly selective and long-lasting catalyst for the synthesis of N-benzylaniline molecules

Gang Wang, Longchao Sun, Wanyi Liu*, Haijuan Zhan*, and Shuxian Bi

A scalable strategy for the convenient and rapid preparation of nitrogen-doped carbon-coated iron-based alloy catalysts was developed. The catalyst showed good results in the N-alkylation of benzyl alcohol with aniline (optimum yield: 99%, can be used more than 10 times).

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2308–2319

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6041-z

Polysulfide modified PtCu intermetallic nanocatalyst with enrichment realizes efficient electrooxidation ethanol to CO₂

Shuanglong Zhou, Zheng Lv, Liang Zhao, Dan Zhang, Zuocao Wang, Yu Dai, Bin Li, Olga Starostenko, Jianping Lai*, and Lei Wang*

A novel PtCu intermetallic/C modified by polysulfide electrocatalyst (S3.67-PtCu IM/C) for ethanol oxidation reaction (EOR) was designed. Benefiting from the polysulfide with enrichment and stabilizing effect, a large number of ethanol and hydroxyl species were enriched on the catalyst surface, boosting the cleavage of C–C bond and accelerating the oxidation of CO. The mass activity and specific activity reached 17.83 A·mg_Pt⁻¹ and 24.67 mA·cm⁻² in 1 M KOH. The CO₂ selectivity achieved 93.5% at 0.6 V vs. reversible hydrogen electrode (RHE).

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2320–2327

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6043-x

Unraveling the role of iron on Ni-Fe alloy nanoparticles during the electrocatalytic ethanol-to-acetate process

Junshan Li, Luming Li, Xinyu Ma, Jun Wang, Jun Zhao, Yu Zhang, Ren He, Yaoyue Yang*, Andreu Cabot^*, and Yongfa Zhu^*

A colloidal approach was developed to produce Ni-Fe alloy nanoparticles (NPs), demonstrating a high electrochemical ethanol-to-acetate conversion rate. Density functional theory calculations reveal the introduction of iron enhances the intrinsic properties, shifts the rate-limiting step and lowers the energy barrier during the electrocatalytic process.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2328–2336

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6049-4

Coordination environments build up and tune a superior synergistic “genome” toward novel trifunctional (TM-N_xO_4−x)@g-C₁₆N₃-H₃: High-throughput inspection of ultra-high activity for water splitting and oxygen reduction reactions

Chunyao Fang, Xian Wang, Qiang Zhang^*, Xihang Zhang, Chenglong Shi, Jingcheng Xu, and Mengyu Yang

A novel and stable holey graphitic carbon nitride monolayer g-C₁₆N₅ (N₄@g-C₁₆N₃) can be served as a natural substrate for constructing single-atom catalysts (SAC_s) ((TM-N₄)@g-C₁₆N₃, TM = transition metal), among which the (Rh-N₄)@g-C₁₆N₃-H₃ and (Ir-N₂O₂-Ⅱ)@g-C₁₆N₃-H₃ achieve trifunctional hydrogen evolution reaction/oxygen reduction reaction/oxygen evolution reaction (HER/ORR/OER) catalysis.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2337–2351

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6057-4

Jellyfish bio-inspired Fe@CNT@CuNC derived from ZIF-8 for cathodic oxygen reduction

Kai Cheng, Zequan Liu, Demin Jiang, Min Song^*, and Yuqiao Wang^*

Carbon nanotube-connected Fe clusters and CuNC derived from zeolitic imidazolate framework (ZIF) act as efficient oxygen reduction catalysts for the jellyfish-like biomimetic structure. The catalysts can enhance the power density and antibacterial action for microbial fuel cells.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2352–2359

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6064-5

High-throughput screening of single-atom catalysts confined in monolayer black phosphorus for efficient nitrogen reduction reaction

Xiao-Yan Li, Manyi Duan, and Pengfei Ou^*

A high-throughput screening explores the use of single-atom catalysts in monolayer black phosphorus and identifies two promising candidates (Hf₁-N₁P₂-1 and Tc₁-N₄) with low overpotentials, high stability, and good selectivity for electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2360–2367

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6068-1

An advanced 2D/3D g-C₃N₄/TiO₂@MnO₂ multifunctional membrane for sunlight-driven sustainable water purification

Fan Yu, Chunjia Luo^*, Xiaohan Niu, Min Chao, Pengfei Zhang^*, and Luke Yan^*

An advanced two-/three-dimensional (2D/3D) graphitic carbon nitride (g-C₃N₄)/TiO₂@MnO₂ membrane with both oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions separation, photocatalytic degradation, and self-cleaning capabilities was constructed by intercalating 3D nanostructures into g-C₃N₄ nanosheets. This work overcomes the barriers of dense stacking and single function of 2D g-C₃N₄ membranes and shows promising application in complex wastewater purification.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2368–2380

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6071-6

Surface iodine and pyrenyl-graphdiyne co-modified Bi catalysts for highly efficient CO₂ electroreduction in acidic electrolyte

Min Zhang, Juan Wang, Xin Rong, Xiu-Li Lu^*, and Tong-Bu Lu^*

The co-modification of iodine and pyrenyl-graphdiyne (PGDY) on the active Bi surface of PGDY@I-BOC^R has greatly enhanced the activity and stability for electrocatalytic CO₂-to-formate conversion in acidic electrolyte.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2381–2387

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6073-4

Unraveling the role of NiSnPH@OOH/CC perovskite hydroxide for efficient electrocatalytic oxidation of methanol to formate

Jing Shao, Yusheng Fang, Xiaobing Wu, Muhammad Imran Abdullah*, and Youkun Tao*

In situ surface reconstruction during cyclic voltammetry (CV) activation results in a highly active NiOOH amorphous layer on NiSn(OH)₆ perovskite hydroxide (NiSnPH) through Sn leaching. This greatly enhances the electrocatalytic performance of NiSnPH@OOH/CC (CC = carbon cloth) for methanol oxidation reaction (MOR), effectively blocking methanol oxidation to CO₂ without distorting the core structure.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2388–2399

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6078-z

Promoted surface charge density from interlayer Zn–N₄ configuration in carbon nitride for enhanced CO₂ photoreduction

Xianjin Shi, Yu Huang*, Gangqiang Zhu, Wei Peng, and Meijuan Chen

An interlayer Zn–N₄ configuration modified carbon nitride was synthesized for CO₂ photoreduction, and its mechanism highlights the importance of internal single atoms in surface reactions, providing insights for the design of single atom catalysts.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2400–2409

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6079-y

Hydroxylated metal–organic-layer nanocages anchoring single atomic cobalt sites for robust photocatalytic CO₂ reduction

Weiyi Pan, Zhihe Wei, Yanhui Su, Yuebin Lian, Zhangyi Zheng, Huihong Yuan, Yongze Qin, Xulan Xie, Qianqian Bai, Zhenyang Jiao, Wei Hua, Jinzhou Chen, Wenjun Yang, Zhao Deng*, and Yang Peng*

A new type of metal–organic-layer nanocages loaded with atomic cobalt catalytic sites was reported for photocatalytic CO₂ reduction. The unique nanocage morphology in conjunction with the hydroxyl functional groups effectively boosts the reaction kinetics.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2410–2419

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6083-2

Ionic liquid-trimetallic electrocatalytic system for C–O bond cleavage in lignin model compounds and lignin under ambient conditions

Guangyong Liu, Yumiao Lu, JunFeng Lu, Yanlei Wang, Shijing Liang*, Hongyan He*, and Lilong Jiang

Effective lignin degradation into monomers and oligomers has been achieved in ionic liquid-PdNiBi electrocatalytic system.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2420–2428

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6086-z

Surface reconstruction and structural transformation of two-dimensional Ni-Fe MOFs for oxygen evolution in seawater media

Liyuan Xiao, Xue Bai, Jingyi Han, Tianmi Tang, Siyu Chen, Hui Qi, Changmin Hou, Fuquan Bai*, Zhenlu Wang*, and Jingqi Guan*

Ni-Fe metal-organic framework nanosheets on nickel foam (Ni₃Fe-TPA/NF, TPA = terephthalic acid) shows low η₁₀ of 189, 192, and 265 mV for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) in 1 M KOH, in 0.5 M NaCl + 1 M KOH, and in seawater + 1 M KOH, respectively. During the oxygen evolution reaction (OER), surface reconstruction and structural transformation occurred, and active Ni₃FeOOH species with more oxygen vacancies were in-situ generated on the Ni₃Fe-TPA/NF.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2429–2437

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6088-x

Unveiling the size effect of nitrogen-doped carbon-supported copper-based catalysts on nitrate-to-ammonia electroreduction

Ran Li, Taotao Gao*, Wenxi Qiu, Minghao Xie, Zhaoyu Jin, and Panpan Li*

The size-defined Cu nanoparticle, single-cluster, and single-atom catalysts have been prepared for studying the size effect on electrocatalytic nitrate-to-ammonia reduction.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2438–2443

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6094-z

Differentially-grown cobalt regulators cooperatively involved in the tandem catalysis for high-yield production of second amines

Jinhui Xu, Xiao Wang^*, Ying Wang, Fei Wang, Lingling Zhang, Wenjie Cui, Shuyan Song^*, and Hongjie Zhang^*

We demonstrate a new atom landing strategy to the one-pot introduction of Co particle (Co_p) and Co cluster (Co_c) dual promoters in the Pt/CeO₂/CN building units as advanced catalysts for the cascade synthesis of N-benzylaniline. In the applications, the inner Co_ps play a crucial role of electron donors for Pt particles (Pt_ps), the outer Co_cs are of great significance to optimize the adsorption configuration of imine intermediates. It possesses remarkably increased catalytic performance, achieving 100% nitrobenzene conversion with 94% N-benzylaniline selectivity.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2444–2450

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6117-9

Geometric and defects engineering collaboration for enhanced cascade enzymatic nanoreactors

Zhichao Yu, Ruijin Zeng, Hexiang Gong, Yuan Gao, Shuyun Chen, Yunsen Wang, and Dianping Tang^*

An efficient natural enzyme-nanozyme co-catalytic nanoreactor was developed for non-invasive prostate cancer surveillance by structural optimization and defect state design with single-atom Fe as the catalytic center.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2451–2461

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6119-7

Pb induced dislocation defects of PtCo systems: Strain-triggered oxygen reduction reaction for PEMFC

Chun Jin, Qiheng Wang, and Jingjun Liu^*

Taking advantage of the significant difference in atomic radius, Pb with a larger atomic radius is incorporated to induce dislocation defects in the PtCo systems. Moderate dislocation density tunes the strain effect to facilitate efficient oxygen reduction reaction catalysis in proton exchange membrane fuel cells.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2462–2472

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6151-7

Highly selective photocatalytic oxidation of methane to methyl hydroperoxide

Chunling Bo, Li Zhang, Xiaolong Liu, Huaiqiu Chang, Yingxue Sun, Xinyi Zhang, Ting Tan^*, and Lingyu Piao^*

An economical and highly selective (100%) conversion of CH₄ to CH₃OOH using pure brookite TiO₂ as photocatalysts. The reason for the high selectivity of the catalytic system for a single product CH₃OOH is systematically illustrated by experiments and theoretical calculations. This is of great significance for promoting the practical application of photocatalytic CH₄ conversion.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2473–2480

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6152-6

A hybrid nickel/iron-pyromellitic acid electrocatalyst for oxygen evolution reaction

Guoqi Li, Lin Li^*, Wenlong Li, Fusheng Li, Chunze Yuan, Nian Zhang, Hui Zhang, and Tsu-Chien Weng^*

In this study, we present a novel electrocatalyst based on nickel/iron-pyromellitic acid (NiFe-PMA) prepared by the electrochemical deposition method. Our catalyst exhibited a low overpotential of 188 mV at a current density of 10 mA·cm⁻², a Tafel slope of 28.2 mV·dec⁻¹, and long-term stability for 30 days with a current of 50 mA·cm⁻².

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2481–2491

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6155-3

Stabilizing high-efficiency iridium single atoms via lattice confinement for acidic oxygen evolution

Yibo Wang, Jiadong Jiang, Zhaoping Shi, Hongxiang Wu, Jiahao Yang, Pengbo Wang, Shuai Hou, Meiling Xiao, Junjie Ge^*, Changpeng Liu^*, and Wei Xing^*

A lattice-confined strategy was reported to stabilize Ir single atom. The synthesized Ir_SAs-PdO exhibited superior activity and stability in a practical water electrolyzer even though the loading of Ir was as low as 60 µg·cm⁻².

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2492–2498

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6177-x

Amorphous hybrid tungsten oxide–nickel hydroxide nanosheets used as a highly efficient electrocatalyst for hydrogen evolution reaction

Chao Lyu, Chenghai Dai, and Yiwei Tan*

A highly efficient and stable alkaline hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) electrocatalyst, amorphous hybrid ultrathin (tungsten oxide/nickel hydroxide) hydrate (a-[WO₃/Ni(OH)₂]·0.2H₂O) nanosheets, is fabricated on nickel foam (NF). It requires an overpotential of −0.096 ± 0.006 and −0.164 ± 0.008 mV to deliver a current density of −100 and −500 mA·cm⁻² during 150 h continuous galvanostatic electrolysis, respectively.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2499–2508

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6185-x

Highly selective electrosynthesis of 3,4-dihydroisoquinoline accompanied with hydrogen production over three-dimensional hollow CoNi-based microarray electrocatalysts

Yu Xin, Liyu Chen, Yingwei Li, and Kui Shen*

Two new types of three-dimensional (3D)-hollow nanoarray electrocatalysts containing CoNi layered double hydroxide and N-doped carbon nanosheets decorated with CoNi alloyed nanoparticles on carbon cloth are constructed for tetrahydroisoquinoline electrooxidation and hydrogen evolution reaction, respectively, which simultaneously enable highly-selective electrosynthesis of value-added 3,4-dihydroisoquinoline and energy-saving production of H₂.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2509–2519

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6190-0

Design and construction of size-controlled CoO/CS catalysts for Fischer–Tropsch synthesis

Wei Sun, Ting Kuang, Guiyou Wei, Yue Li, Yaqin Liu, Shuai Lyu, Yuhua Zhang, Jinlin Li, and Li Wang*

The influence of face-centered cubic (fcc)-Co particle size has been studied experimentally, revealing that the turnover frequency (TOF) remained unaffected by cobalt particle size larger than 7.7 nm. Significantly, when reducing the size of metallic fcc-Co⁰ particles from 17.6 to 7.7 nm, the cobalt time yield increased to 6.7 μmol_CO·g_Co⁻¹·s⁻¹, indicating an enhancement in catalytic activity.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2520–2527

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6199-4

Chalcogen-dependent catalytic properties of RuX₂ (X = S/Se/Te) nanoparticles decorated carbon nanofibers for hydrogen evolution in acidic and alkaline media

Chengkai He, Yue Wei, Jia Xu, Yujie Wei, Tao Wang, Rongfei Liu, Lvlv Ji*, Zhun Liu*, and Sheng Wang*

An electrospinning-assisted synthetic strategy is proposed to synthesize RuX₂ (X = S/Se/Te) nanoparticles decorated carbon nanofibers, exhibiting the chalcogen-dependent hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) catalytic properties in acidic and alkaline media.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2528–2537

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6206-9

Key role of electron accessibility at the noble metal-free catalytic interface in hydrogen evolution reaction

Dongchen Han, Nanxing Gao, Yuyi Chu, Zhaoping Shi, Ying Wang*, Junjie Ge*, Meiling Xiao*, Changpeng Liu*, and Wei Xing*

We demonstrate the interrelation of conductivity and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) apparent activity of catalysts, and elucidate the key role of conductivity of catalyst towards water electrolysis. We propose a mechanism to evaluate overall catalytic activity based on electron accessibility and ΔG_H from the view of dynamics and thermodynamics.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2538–2545

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6229-2

Cu/Mo₂C synthesized through Anderson-type polyoxometalates modulate interfacial water structure to achieve hydrogen evolution at high current density

Dunyuan Jin, Fen Qiao*, Yan Zhou, Junfeng Wang, Kecheng Cao, Jing Yang, Jikang Zhao, Lei Zhou, and Haitao Li*

Due to activated water molecules and optimized interfacial water structure and hydrogen adsorption energy, the overpotential of Cu/Mo₂C is 24 mV at a current density of 10 mA·cm⁻² and 178 mV at a current density of 1000 mA·cm⁻².

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2546–2554

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6237-6

Ultrathin two-dimensional medium-entropy oxide as a highly efficient and stable electrocatalyst for oxygen evolution reaction

Guangyuan Yan^*, Tianlu Wang, Biwei Zhao, Wenjing Gao, Tong Wu, and Liming Ou

Ultrathin two-dimensional medium-entropy oxide(MnFeCoNi)O was successfully synthesized by a facile ionic layer epitaxy method and acted as a highly efficient and stable electrocatalyst for oxygen evolution reaction.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2555–2562

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-024-6421-z

Energy

Review Articles

Recent progress on electro-sorption technology for lithium recovery from aqueous sources

Qichen Lu^*, Peng Liu, Tianyi Zhou, Ruling Huang, Kexin Zhang, Lin Hu, Rong Liu, Zhibo Ren, Jinyi Wang, and Xiaolong Wang^*

Processes of electro-sorption technology for lithium recovery from aqueous sources are reviewed, as well as some prospects in this field are proposed.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2563–2573

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6121-0

Designing metal sulfide-based cathodes and separators for suppressing polysulfide shuttling in lithium-sulfur batteries

Guoyin Zhu^*, Qingzhu Wu, Xianghua Zhang, Yuwen Bao, Xuan Zhang, Zhuoyao Shi, Yizhou Zhang^*, and Lianbo Ma^*

Metal sulfides with high chemical affinity to intermediate polysulfides and remarkable electrocatalytic activity toward polysulfide conversions have been extensively utilized in lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries. This review summarizes the recent progress on metal sulfide in sulfur hosts and separator coating layers for Li-S batteries, presents the remaining issues/challenges, and gives the future perspectives for practical applications. This work will provide new guidance for exploring high-performance metal sulfide-based Li-S batteries.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2574–2591

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6227-4

Metal organic frameworks-based cathode materials for advanced Li-S batteries: A comprehensive review

Zhengkun Xie, Boyong Cao, Xiyan Yue, Ruixue Wang, Ziqian Xue, Jiajia Wang^*, Guoqing Guan, and Weihua Chen^*

This paper provides a summary accounting for the reaction mechanisms, evaluation parameters, and advanced characterizations of metal organic frameworks (MOFs)-based sulfur host, focusing on the accurate prediction, rational design, and general synthesis of MOFs-based cathode materials for next-generation Li-S batteries (LSBs).

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2592–2618

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-024-6481-0

Research Articles

Interfacial growth of N,S-codoped mesoporous carbon onto biomass-derived carbon for superior potassium-ion storage

Na Huang, Cheng Tang, Hao Jiang, Jie Sun, Aijun Du, and Haijiao Zhang^*

The N,S-codoped mesoporous carbon (NS-MC) has been well grown onto biomass-derived spore carbon by a facile interfacial assembly route and subsequent heat-treatment process. The unique structural and compositional advantages endow the designed unique heteroatom-doped carbon composite (denoted as NS-MC/SC) anode with an excellent potassium-ion storage capability, which shows a high reversible capacity of 350.5 mAh·g⁻¹ after 300 cycles at 100 mA·g⁻¹.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2619–2627

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6045-8

Leflunomide: A versatile additive for defect reduction, enhanced optoelectronic properties and environmental stability of perovskite films

Dingyue Sun, Ming Peng, Taijin Wang, Longju Yi, Shizuo Zhang, Feng Liu^*, and Gary J. Cheng^*

A specific drug of leflunomide (LF) with the functional group C=O bond and trifluoromethyl (–CF₃) was incorporated into perovskite to reduce defects and enhance the photoelectric properties of perovskite.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2628–2637

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6048-5

High-safety and high-voltage lithium metal batteries enabled by nonflammable diluted highly concentrated electrolyte

Han Zhang, Ziqi Zeng^*, Shuping Wang, Yuanke Wu, Changhao Li, Mengchuang Liu, Xinlan Wang, Shijie Cheng, and Jia Xie^*

We design a nonflammable diluted highly concentrated electrolyte, which achieves high safety and cycling stability of high-voltage lithium metal batteries (LMBs).

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2638–2645

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6056-5

Adjusting oxygen vacancy of VO₂·xH₂O nanoarray architectures for efficient NH₄⁺ storage

Jia’ni Gong, Pengfei Bai, Jingjing Sun, Yanyan Liu, Xueying Dong, Tao Hu^*, Changgong Meng, and Yifu Zhang^*

We prepare VO₂·xH₂O anode material with nano-array structure for aqueous ammonium ion batteries. The anode material shows excellent rate performance under both ordinary load (220 mAh·g⁻¹ at 0.1 A·g⁻¹) and heavy load (120 mAh·g⁻¹ at 0.2 A·g⁻¹). The ordinary load corresponds to 2 mg·cm⁻¹, while the heavy load is 11 mg·cm⁻¹. Additionally, the application of quasi-solid flexible ammonium ion battery shows good foldability.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2646–2654

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6059-2

Approaching the theoretical capacity of TiO₂ anode in a photo-rechargeable lithium-ion battery

Wen Yan, Jie Wang, Qing Hu, Jingjing Fu, Mohamed K. Albolkany, Tian Zhang, Xiao Lu, Fei Ye, and Bo Liu^*

We present photo-rechargeable lithium-ion batteries (PR-LIBs) using defective black TiO₂ as photoanode prepared by lithium reduction. This PR-LIB can approach the theoretical capacity of TiO₂by photo-assistant charging.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2655–2662

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6062-7

Porous garnet as filler of solid polymer electrolytes to enhance the performance of solid-state lithium batteries

Yang Zhang, Lei Zhang, Peng Guo, Chaoyan Zhang, Xiaochuan Ren^*, Zhen Jiang^*, Jianjun Song, and Chuan Shi^*

The unique porous structure of Li_6.4La₃Zr₂Al_0.2O₁₂ (LLZO) facilitates the interaction between polymer and filler and provides sufficient entrance for Li⁺migration into the LLZO phase. Meanwhile, it offers continuous ionic migration channels with the interlinked LLZO grains, which only permit cation migration, thus increasing the lithium-ion conductive and transference number of solid polymer electrolytes (SPEs).

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2663–2670

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6065-4

Boosting cycling stability by regulating surface oxygen vacancies of LNMO by rapid calcination

Haoran Jiang, Cuihua Zeng, Wei Zhu, Jiawei Luo, Zhedong Liu, Jingchao Zhang, Rui Liu, Yunhua Xu^*, Yanan Chen^*, and Wenbin Hu

We utilize high-temperature-shock (HTS) method to synthesize LiNi_0.5−xMn_1.5+xO₄ (LNMO) materials with fewer surface oxygen vacancies (OVs). Rapid calcination drives lower surface OVs concentration, reducing surface reconstruction layers.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2671–2677

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6076-1

Pd cluster decorated free standing flexible cathode for high performance Li-oxygen batteries

Liang Guo, Guoliang Zhang, Ruonan Yang, Dongmei Zhang, Xiuqi Zhang, Han Yu, Xia Li, and Feng Dang^*

Pd decorated on flexible Te substrate to achieve synergistic catalysis and employed as a free-standing and flexible cathode to enhance the performance of the lithium-oxygen batteries (LOBs).

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2678–2686

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6093-0

An in-situ polymerized interphase engineering for high-voltage all-solid-state lithium-metal batteries

Lu Nie, Shaojie Chen, Mengtian Zhang, Tianyi Gao, Yuyao Zhang, Ran Wei, Yining Zhang, and Wei Liu*

The combination of ceramic Li_6.4La₃Zr_1.4Ta_0.6O₁₂ (LLZTO) and polymer interlayer exhibits a wide electrochemical window, which creates a stable and intimate interface contact at LLZTO and cathode interfaces for the high-voltage all-solid-state lithium batteries (ASSLBs).

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2687–2692

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6096-x

3D printed silicon-based micro-lattices with ultrahigh areal/gravimetric capacities and robust structural stability for lithium-ion batteries

Jie Fu, Dong Wang*, Yan Li, Xianzheng Liu, Rui Zhang, Zhiyuan Liu, Pengdong Liu, Lijuan Zhang, Xuefei Li, and Guangwu Wen*

Three-dimensional (3D) printed silicon-based anode with ultrahigh mass loading is prepared by 3D printing process. Periodically macroporous channels, hierarchically porous filaments, and continuous carbonaceous skeleton endow the electrodes with rapid charge transfer kinetics in thick electrodes.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2693–2703

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6113-0

Efficient flexible perovskite solar cells and modules using a stable SnO₂-nanocrystal isopropanol dispersion

Zhiwei Su, Jing Li, Ruixuan Jiang, Shujie Zhang, Chengkai Jin, Feng Ye, Bingcan Ke, Mengjun Zhou*, Jinhui Tong, Hyesung Park*, Fuzhi Huang, Yi-Bing Cheng, and Tongle Bu*

A stable and well-dispersed alcohol-based SnO₂-nanocrystal solution is developed by glycerol modification for the application of flexible perovskite solar cells, delivering impressive efficiencies of 21.8 % for a small-area flexible solar cell and 16.5% for a 5 cm × 5 cm flexible solar mini-module, along with excellent bending stability and long-term aging stability.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2704–2711

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6115-y

Influences of chemical reactions on polysulfide reduction reaction process on promotor surface in Li-S batteries

Yufeng Luo, Zhenhan Fang, Zixin Hong, Shaorong Duan, Haitao Liu, Hengcai Wu, Qunqing Li, Yuegang Zhang, Shoushan Fan, Wenhui Duan, and Jiaping Wang*

Promotors in lithium-sulfur batteries are prone to poisoning due to the accumulation of insoluble lithium disulfides (Li₂S₂) and lithium sulfides (Li₂S) on their surface during the reduction process of polysulfides. However, the accumulated Li₂S₂ and Li₂S can chemisorb dissolved polysulfides during the subsequent electrochemical reduction reaction process, thereby mitigating promotor poisoning and continuously improving the reversible capacity.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2712–2718

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6129-5

Designing metal-organic framework fiber network reinforced polymer electrolytes to provide continuous ion transport in solid state lithium metal batteries

Wanqing Fan, Ying Huang*, Meng Yu, Kaihang She, Jingren Gou, and Zheng Zhang*

We prepared composite solid electrolytes (CSEs) with continuous ion transport pathways by filling polyethylene oxide (PEO) polymer matrices into fibers containing interconnected metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). The CSEs showed excellent stability to lithium metal, and the solid-state lithium metal batteries (SSLMBs) achieved outstanding cycling performance.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2719–2727

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6135-7

High-lattice-adapted surface modifying Na₄MnV(PO₄)₃ for better sodium storage

Chongran Song, Shiyu Li*, and Ying Bai*

The electrochemical performances of Na₄MnV(PO₄)₃ (NMVP) were effectively improved through solid electrolyte constructing nanolayer composed of element-doping and fast ion conductor coating shell via sol-gel method.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2728–2735

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6164-2

MoP nanoparticles encapsulated in N-doped carbon nanotubes as sulfur host for advanced lithium-sulfur batteries

Guozhi Wu, Shanqing Li, Zheng Chen^*, Ajiao Sun, Jie Yang, Sang Woo Joo^*, and Jiarui Huang^*

MoP nanoparticles encapsulated in nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes were synthesized using MoO₃ nanorods as templates via a polypyrrole (PPy) coating, heat-carbonization, MoO₃ partial reduction, ammonia washing, and phosphorization. The hollow nanostructure with a high specific surface area can alleviate the volume expansion of the cathode and the shuttle effect of polysulfides, and the encapsulated MoP nanoparticles can anchor the polysulfides and enhance the redox reaction kinetics, resulting in an enhanced electrochemical performance for lithium-sulfur batteries.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2736–2745

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6178-9

Fast thermal responsive separators toward long-life and safe lithium metal batteries

Pingan Li, Zhifang Liu, Yitong Peng, Shanshan Yang, Tao Meng, Yunhuan Hu, Yingjun Jiang, Hao Sun, Qi Li, and Xianluo Hu^*

A fast thermal responsive separator comprising an electrospun membrane based on a phase change material and a thermally conductive modification layer of hexagonal boron nitride nanosheets is fabricated. Such a unique integration of heat-conduction and heat-storage separators demonstrates effective mitigation of hotspots and inhibition of lithium dendrite growth within lithium metal batteries, thus enhancing battery safety and cycle life.

Nano Research,2024, 17(4), 2746–2754

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6179-8

Compositionally graded high-voltage P2-type cathode with superior structural stability and redox kinetics for advanced Na-ion batteries

Peiyu Hou^*, Mohan Dong, Zhenbo Sun, and Feng Li^*

A compositionally graded structure is designed to eliminate the P2–O2 phase transition and Na⁺/vacancy ordering of high-voltage P2-type cathode for advanced Na-ion batteries.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2755–2762

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6181-1

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An intermittent lithium deposition model based on CuMn-bimetallic MOF derivatives for composite lithium anode with ultrahigh areal capacity and current densities

Tao Wei^*, Yanyan Zhou, Cheng Sun, Xingtong Guo, Shoudong Xu, Daifen Chen^*, and Yongfu Tang^*

Li tends to accumulate on the top of three-dimensional (3D) frameworks with homogenous lithiophilicity and the gradient frameworks loses partial Li nucleation sites. This work firstly proposed a novel intermittent lithiophilic model for lithium deposition and electrochemical characterizations were carried out.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2763–2769

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6187-8

Insights into the kinetics–morphology relationship of 1-, 2-, and 3D TiNb₂O₇ anodes for Li-ion storage

Wenlei Xu, Yaolin Xu^*, Veronika Grzimek, Andrea Martin, Thorsten Schultz, Patrícia A. Russo, Yan Lu, Norbert Koch, and Nicola Pinna^*

This work synthesized one-dimensional (1D), two-dimensional (2D), and three-dimensional (3D) nanostructured TiNb₂O₇ as electrode materials for Li-ion batteries. Among them, the 2D electrode exhibits the fastest kinetics for charge transfer and Li-ion diffusion and hence shows the highest rate capability.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2770–2780

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6201-1

MOF-derived Se doped MnS/Ti₃C₂T_x as cathode and Zn-Ti₃C₂T_x membrane as anode for rocking-chair zinc-ion battery

Kaisheng Sun, Zemao Xiao, Yunfei Shen, Heng Lv, Jianpeng Zhu, Jianxiang Pang, Yang Zheng, Wenwen Kong, and Long Chen^*

Mn based metal-organic framework derived Se-MnS/Ti₃C₂T_x is designed, and it is found that the synergistic effect of Se doped and Ti₃C₂T_x composition is helpful to improve the energy storage properties of MnS. In addition, the Ti₃C₂T_x film with Zn²⁺ is used as the negative electrode to assemble the rocking chair battery, which further expands the practical application.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2781–2789

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6207-8

A functional gel polymer electrolyte based on PVDF-HFP/gelatin toward dendrite-free lithium metal batteries

Xiaoyi Hu, Kangli Liu, Shijie Zhang, Guosheng Shao*, S. Ravi P. Silva, and Peng Zhang*

The poly (vinylidene fluoride-co-hexafluoropropylene) (PVDF-HFP)/gelatin gel polymer electrolyte utilizes an PVDF-HFP electrospinning network as structural scaffolds, and gelatin with sol–gel properties and polar groups was loaded at PVDF-HFP, regulating lithium deposition and giving lithium metal batteries excellent cycling performance and safety.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2790–2799

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6230-0

Fabrication

Research Articles

Plasma-etching on monolithic MOFs-based MIM filter boosted chemical sensing

Jianxi Liu*, Li Feng, Zhihuan Li, Yang Wu, Feng Zhou, and Yadong Xu*

A monolithic metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)-based metal-insulator-metal (MIM) cavity with high color saturation is constructed by sandwiching MOFs film generated by optimized layer-by-layer (LbL) spin-coating method between the gold layers. Reflected color is modulated by optimizing the MOFs thickness. Plasma etching on the cavity allows external chemical diffusion, which realizes the breakthrough enhancement of detection sensitivity. Patterned structure of the cavity is generated via the plasma-mask method to produce a controllable structure color change for chemical sensing.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2800–2807

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6098-8

Single-atom alloys prepared by two-step thermal evaporation

Honglin Wang, Jing Li, Meirong Huang, Jizhe Cui, Zhiying Cheng, Rong Yu, and Hongwei Zhu*

The formation of single-atom alloys (SAAs) was observed in the metal films prepared using a two-step thermal evaporation technique, as elucidated by density functional theory calculations. This discovery extends the range of SAAs preparation methods, offering a more convenient, cost-efficient, and universal approach.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2808–2813

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6146-4

A scalable versatile methodology to construct micro/nano open-cell polypropylene foam with high oil adsorption capacity and speed

Chenguang Yang*, Dechang Tao, Kun Yan, Zhiyao Li, Qingshi Guo, Wenwen Wang*, and Dong Wang*

Rapid and simple preparation of a well-structured open-cell polypropylene foam with high oil adsorption capacity and speed was achieved by supercritical CO₂ foaming and electron beam irradiation.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2814–2823

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6165-1

Bioinspired design of integral molded Janus silk fibroin-MXene evaporator for efficient solar vapor generation

Ling-Qing Kong, Zhi-Cheng Zeng, Guang-Zong Min, Zhao-Hui Meng, Guo-Qing Meng, Xiao-Xiao Guo, Nai-Bo Lin*, and Xiang-Yang Liu*

A high-efficiency Janus evaporator with distinct layers in composition and hydrophilicity is fabricated simply through a novel integrated molding strategy inspired by mulberry leaves. An evaporation rate of 3.07 kg·m⁻²·h⁻¹ and an efficiency of 86.8% are achieved by optimizing the mesoscopic structure, related hydrophobicity of silk fibroin, and the content of MXene.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2824–2835

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6192-y

Nano biology

Review Articles

Mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes: Versatile nanomaterials for skin wound treatment

Yuzhen Xiao, Hexi Li, Junhui Zhang, Songyun Yang, Chunsen Zhang, Yizhou Huang*, Xin Tang*, and Huiqi Xie*

Research progress in mesenchymal stem cell-derived exosomes (MSC-Exos) for skin wound treatment is systematically reviewed, including the properties of MSC-Exos, the effects on skin cells, the application for different types of skin wounds, and current strategies to enhance the therapeutic potential.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2836–2856

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6080-5

Engineered plant extracellular vesicles for autoimmune diseases therapy

Ruina Han, Yan Wu, Yafei Han, Xiangfei Liu*, Han Liu*, and Jiacan Su*

Natural plant extracellular vesicles (PEVs) derived from natural plants and engineered PEVs together constitute a new generation of therapeutic strategies for autoimmune diseases (AID).

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2857–2873

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6112-1

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Advances of nanoparticles in transmucosal drug delivery

Li Zhang, Changwei Yang, Yingxiang Song, Tao Sheng, Junyan Li, Jicheng Yu*, Xiaohong Wu*, and Xiao Ye*

We reviewed the recent advances and current clinical applications of nanoparticles (NPs) in non-oral transmucosal drug delivery, including lipid-based nanoparticles, polymeric nanoparticles, protein/peptide-based nanoparticles, and inorganic nanoparticles.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2874–2885

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6188-7

Reductive lipid nanoparticles loaded with vinorelbine inhibit chemotherapy-induced invasion of cancer cells by modulating ENPP2

Xiaoqi Zhao, Xuemeng Guo, Mei Pang, Weigen Qiu, Zhenyu Luo, Qing Lin, Yichao Lu, Hang Yin, Sijie Wang, Huihui Liu, Junlei Zhang, Lihua Luo*, and Jian You*

VNB-VNP neutralizes reactive oxygen species (ROS) and down-regulates ectonucleotide pyrophosphatase/phosphodiesterase 2 (ENPP2) during chemotherapy, thereby improving anti-tumor effects and inhibiting metastasis.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2886–2898

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6030-2

Scalable synthesis of lipid nanoparticles for nucleic acid drug delivery using an isometric channel-size enlarging strategy

Zesen Ma, Haiyang Tong, Sijin Lin, Li Zhou, Demeng Sun, Baoqing Li*, Changlin Tian*, and Jiaru Chu

This work presents a scalable method for the synthesis of lipid nanoparticles with consistent particle size and properties.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2899–2907

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6031-1

Fine-tuning the structure-tolerance-antitumor efficacy axis of prodrug nanoassemblies via branched aliphatic functionalization

Guanting Li, Fengli Xia, Hongying Xiao, Shunzhe Zheng, Shuwen Fu, Han Qiao, Qianhui Jin, Xuanbo Zhang, Dun Zhou, Chutong Tian, Jin Sun*, Zhonggui He*, and Bingjun Sun*

This work proposes that branched aliphatic alcohol functionalization could fine-tune the structure-tolerance-antitumor efficacy axis of SN38 prodrug nanoassemblies. Long chain branched aliphatic alcohol functionalized SN38 prodrug nanoassemblies showcase multiple therapeutic advantages, ultimately culminating the optimal antitumor efficacy and tolerance.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2908–2918

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6081-4

Thylakoid engineered M2 macrophage for sonodynamic effect promoted cell therapy of early atherosclerosis

Guanghao Wu, Changwen Mu, Qianru Zhao, Yao Lei, Ran Cheng, Weidong Nie, Jiamin Qu, Yuping Dong, Ruili Yang^*, and Haiyan Xie^*

In this paper, we constructed a hybrid cell system by fusing M2 macrophages with the thylakoid membranes derived from spinach for efficient atherosclerosis treatment. The hybrid cells (TK-M2) not only inherit the natural features and functions of M2 macrophages, but also exhibit both type I and type II sonodynamic effects owing to the abundant sensitizer chlorophyll derived from thylakoid membranes.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2919–2928

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6156-2

A novel structure of ultra-high-loading small molecules-encapsulated ZIF-8 colloid particles

Pengfei Duan, Yunhe An, Xiaoxiao Wei, Yanjie Tian, Di Guan, Xiangwen Liu^*, and Lanqun Mao^*

Drug-encapsulated drug delivery system (DDS) with a 90% ultra-high loading has been synthesized to greatly improve DDS’s safety in cancer treatment. Cytotoxicity tests and in vivo antitumor tests have verified that the as-synthesized DOX@ZIF-8 is safe and has a consistent or even slightly more desired efficacy with free DOX.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2929–2940

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6172-2

Utilizing dual-pathway energy transfer in upconversion nanoconjugates for reinforced photodynamic therapy

Ruohao Zhang, Yu Lu, Yifei Zhou, Kehong Lv, Xinyu Fu, Jitong Gong, Shuang Yao, Xiaozhen Wang, Jing Feng^*, and Hongjie Zhang^*

We developed a novel nanoconjugate (UCNP-Ce6/AIEgen) that compensates for insufficient reactive oxygen species (ROS) produced by traditional single-pathway photodynamic therapy (PDT) via dual-pathway energy transfer (direct lanthanide-triplet energy transfer, DTET; Fӧrster resonance energy transfer, FRET) and reinforces PDT effect on 4T1 tumor model in vitro and in vivo.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2941–2948

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6202-0

Liposomal α-cyperone targeting bone resorption surfaces suppresses osteoclast differentiation and osteoporosis progression via the PI3K/Akt axis

Lin Yang, Xueying An, Wang Gong, Wenshu Wu, Bin Liu, Xiaoyan Shao, Yansi Xian, Rui Peng, Baosheng Guo^*, and Qing Jiang^*

Liposome loaded with α-cyperone and Asp8 targeting to bone absorption surface inhibits osteoclast differentiation and alleviates osteoporosis by PI3K/Akt pathway.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2949–2959

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6224-7

Nano detection

Research Articles

A self-powered solar-blind UV-enhanced Bi₂Se₃/a-Ga₂O₃/p-Si heterojunction photodetector for full spectral photoresponse and imaging

Yajie Han, Shujie Jiao^*, Jiangcheng Jing, Lei Chen, Ping Rong, Shuai Ren, Dongbo Wang, Shiyong Gao, and Jinzhong Wang^*

The paper presents a simple and low-cost two-step synthesis method for the preparation of a self-powered full-spectrum photodetector with enhanced sensitivity to solar-blind ultraviolet, which exhibits a response range from 200 to 850 nm with a responsivity of 1.38 mA/W and a detectivity of 3.22 × 10¹⁰ Jones under 254 nm light at 0 V, and displays exceptional stability and imaging capabilities, representing a significant contribution to the self-powered full-spectrum photodetector field.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2960–2970

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6082-3

Accurate atomic scanning transmission electron microscopy analysis enabled by deep learning

Tianshu Chu, Lei Zhou, Bowei Zhang^*, and Fu-Zhen Xuan^*

Metal single atoms and atomic vacancies greatly affect the intrinsic activity of materials, but they are difficult to accurately identify by scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM). In this work, we build up a universal model to analyze the vacancy defects and single atoms accurately and rapidly in experimental STEM images using a full convolution network.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2971–2980

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6104-1

Unravelling the anisotropic light-matter interaction in strain-engineered trihalide MoCl₃

Yuxuan Sun, Ziang Liu, Zeya Li, Feng Qin, Junwei Huang, Caiyu Qiu^*, and Hongtao Yuan^*

The anisotropic lattice structure and intrinsic phonon vibration modes of van der Waals crystal MoCl₃ can be manipulated via strain engineering, providing a foundation for further exploration of the anisotropy of trihalides and feasible means for designing and controlling the light-matter interactions in layered materials.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2981–2987

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6162-4

Metal–organic framework wafer enabled fast response radiation detection with ultra-low dark current

Meng Xu, Jianxi Liu^*, Wei Wu, Yang Chen, Donghao Ma, Sixin Chen, Wanqi Jie, Menghua Zhu^*, and Yadong Xu^*

Metal–organic framework detectors show excellent capabilities in α-particle detection as well as X-ray imaging.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2988–2993

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6217-6

Nano device

Review Article

Recent advances and applications of single atom catalysts based electrochemical sensors

Mingyue Wang, Mingfu Ye, Jieyue Wang, Yong Xu, Zhendong Wang, Xinyue Tong, Xinya Han, Kui Zhang, Wenhai Wang^*, Konglin Wu^*, and Xianwen Wei^*

Recent advances of single atom catalyst (SAC)-based electrochemical sensors (ECSs) facilitate their applications in analyzing various analytes involved in several important fields.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 2994–3013

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6208-7

Research Articles

Optimizing 2D-metal contact in layered Tin-selenide via native oxide modulation

Yue Zheng, Qi You, Zhentian Yin, Jian Tang, Ke Jiang, Zihao Xie, Henan Li, Cheng Han^*, and Yumeng Shi

The presence of native oxide on two-dimensional (2D)-layered SnSe induces a sizable tunneling barrier that limits the carrier transport between metal and SnSe. Through the modulation of native oxide using different metals, we have successfully achieved high-performance SnSe field-effect-transistors (FETs) with the optimized contact of chromium.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3014–3020

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6047-6

Self-powered flexible fingerprint-recognition display based on a triboelectric nanogenerator

Wandi Chen, Haonan Wang, Yibin Lin, Xinyan Gan, Heng Tang, Yongai Zhang^*, Qun Yan, Tailiang Guo, Xiongtu Zhou^*, and Chaoxing Wu^*

A self-powered alternating current electroluminescent (ACEL) device based on friction triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) has been fabricated, combining the human body potential to prepare a single electrical level ACEL and TENG to enable self-powered fingerprint display recognition.

Nano Research,2024, 17(4), 3021–3028

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6055-6

A columnar multi-layer sliding triboelectric nanogenerator for water wave energy harvesting independent of wave height and direction

Xue Miao, Hanxiao Yang, Zekun Li, Meifei Cheng, Yilin Zhao, Lingyu Wan*, Aifang Yu*, and Junyi Zhai*

The introduction of drive rods with a hollow acrylic spherical shell to transfer wave energy enables the columnar multi-layer sliding-triboelectric nanogenerator (CMLS-TENG) to produce output at wave heights of 1.2 cm and ensures that the CMLS-TENG can work in wave directions from 0° to 360°. Meanwhile, the multi-layer TENG produced in this paper allows for improved space utilisation.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3029–3034

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6100-5

Complementary multicolor electrochromic devices with excellent stability based on porous tin oxide nanosheet scaffold

Chenchen Bian, Jinhui Wang, Huanhuan Liu, Yin Yan, Ping Zhang, Weilong Yang, Sensen Jia, Xiaodan Guo, and Guofa Cai*

Various electrochromic composite materials with state-of-the-art performances were successfully constructed based on porous tin oxide (SnO₂) nanosheet scaffold, including polyaniline (PANI)@SnO₂, V₂O₅@SnO₂, and WO₃@SnO₂ heterostructured nanoarrays.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3035–3042

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6103-2

Defect engineering of W⁶⁺-doped NiO for high-performance black smart windows

Yingjun Xiao, Xiang Zhang*, Dukang Yan, Jianbo Deng, Mingjun Chen, Hulin Zhang, Wenhai Sun, Jiupeng Zhao*, and Yao Li*

The density functional theory (DFT) calculation and climbing image nudged elastic band (CI-NEB) results, combined with the experimental results, first demonstrate the enhanced electronic conductivity and ion transport in the W-doped NiO films. This work could advance the fundamental understanding of defect engineering as an effective strategy to boost the electrochromic (EC) performance of NiO anodic material, manifesting a significant development as a candidate counter electrode in high-performance black smart windows.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3043–3052

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6106-z

Epitaxial growth of borophene on graphene surface towards efficient and broadband photodetector

Zenghui Wu, Chen Shifan, Zitong Wu, Yi Liu, Wei Shao, Xinchao Liang, Chuang Hou, and Guoan Tai*

Hydrogenated borophene and graphene heterostructures have been synthesized by chemical vapor deposition. A borophene-graphene heterostructured photodetector was fabricated to demonstrate its high-performance device application. The responsivity of the photodetector is very large in a broadband range from ultraviolet to infrared.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3053–3060

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6109-9

Investigation of MXene nanosheets based radio-frequency electronics by skin depth effect

Rongguo Song, Yunfa Si, Wei Qian, Haoran Zu, Bilei Zhou, Qinglei Du, Daping He*, and Yongliang Wang*

Conductor thickness exceeding the skin depth is a key point to achieve optimal electronic performances.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3061–3067

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6127-7

Doping suppresses lattice distortion of vacant quadruple perovskites to activate self-trapped excitons emission

Zhipeng Chen, Fei Zhang, Dongwen Yang, Huifang Ji*, Xu Chen, Di Wu, Xinjian Li, Yu Zhang, and Zhifeng Shi*

Ag⁺-doped Cs₄CdBi₂Cl₁₂ weakens the crossover between the ground state and the excited state, and thus the broadband orange emission generated by the self-trapped exciton state of Cs₄CdBi₂Cl₁₂ is increased by 8 times.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3068–3078

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6131-y

Electrolyte-gated SrCoO_x FET sensor for highly sensitive detecting pH in extreme alkalinity solution

Han Zhou, Gaocan Qi*, Wenbin Li, Yuhang Wang, and Zhihao Yuan*

Electrolyte-gated field-effect-transistor (FET) SrCoO_x sensor was used to direct pH detection of ultra-alkali solution on the principle of oxygen-ion migration between OH^– and oxygen-vacancy of non-stoichiometric SrCoO_x channel.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3079–3086

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6148-2

Polymer: Non-fullerene acceptor heterojunction-based phototransistor for short-wave infrared photodetection

Jing Li, Weigang Zhu*, Yang Han, Yanhou Geng, and Wenping Hu*

The polymer-non fullerene acceptor heterojunction phototransistor achieves high sensitivity in short-wave infrared response and weak-light detection.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3087–3095

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6175-z

Finger-actuated wireless-charging wearable multifunctional sweat-sensing system for levodopa and vitamin C

Qihong Ning, Shaoqing Feng, Qingwen Sun, Ruoyao Yu, Tangan Li, Hao Xu, Daxiang Cui, and Kan Wang*

The multifunctional sweat sensing system integrates finger-driven pumps, wireless charging, and transmission. The system boasts excellent capabilities for efficient sweat collection, sweat backflow prevention, and real-time monitoring of body temperature and biomarker concentrations.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3096–3106

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6197-6

Editable semiconductor photo-electrodes for sustainable ammonia synthesis

Ning Lan, Kun Du*, Erling Zhao, Wei Zhao*, and Tao Ling*

An editable photo-electrode strategy is proposed to address the contemporary ammonia yields challenge of photoelectrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction by achieving a linear increase in ammonia yields with the active area of photo-electrode.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3107–3112

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6222-9

Reconfigurable logic and in-sensor encryption operations in an asymmetrically tunable van der Waals heterostructure

Fan Gong, Wenjie Deng*, Yi Wu, Fengming Liu, Yihao Guo, Zelin Che, Jingjie Li, Jingzhen Li, Yang Chai, and Yongzhe Zhang*

We report an opto-electric reconfigurable device based on an asymmetric tunable WSe₂/hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN)/SiO₂ van der Waals (vdW) heterostructure. By switching theworking mode in such single device, the stable and sustainable reconstruction of logic XOR/notimplication (NIMP) and AND/OR can be realized through the programming operation. We further demonstrated the application of in-sensor information encryption without anyconventional back-end algorithm.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3113–3119

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6234-9

Nano unit

Research Articles

pH- and near-infrared light-responsive, biomimetic hydrogels from aqueous dispersions of carbon nanotubes

Lulin Hu, Xinxin Yu, Jingcheng Hao*, and Lu Xu*

Biomimetic hydrogel with a reconfigurable network wholly comprising carbon nanotubes carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and water was reported. Its mechanical and tribological properties can be reversibly controlled either by environmental pH changes or spatiotemporally by near-infrared (NIR) light irradiations.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3120–3129

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6034-y

Template-assisted growth of Co-BaTiO₃vertically aligned nanocomposite thin films with strong magneto-optical coupling effect

Zedong Hu, Juanjuan Lu, Hongyi Dou, Jianan Shen, James P. Barnard, Juncheng Liu, Xinghang Zhang, and Haiyan Wang*

Template-assisted Co-BaTiO₃ vertically aligned nanocomposite thin films display magnetic anisotropy and strong magneto-optical coupling effect.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3130–3138

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6054-7

A robust indium-organic framework with open tubular channels for efficient separation of acetylene

Yong-Zhi Li, Gang-Ding Wang, Fan Xu, Qing Yin, Danyang Zhao, Jiqiu Qi, Yanwei Sui*, Lei Hou*, and Yao-Yu Wang

A robust indium-organic framework [(Me)₂NH₂][In(L₆)_0.5(IPA)_0.5]·DMA·2H2O (In-L6-IPA, DMA = dimethylammonium, IPA = isopropyl alcohol) with two types of one-dimensional (1D) channels was designed and synthesized for C₂H₂ separation. In-L6-IPA shows simultaneously high acetylene (C₂H₂) uptake and selective separation for C₂H₂from C₂H₂/CO₂ and C₂H₂/ethylene (C₂H₄) binary mixtures as well as challenging C₂H₂/C₂H4/CO₂ and C₂H₂/C₂H₄/C₂H₆ ternary mixtures.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3139–3146

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6061-8

Molten metal-organic complex to synthesize versatile ultrathin non-layered oxides

Kaisi Liu, Jiabin Wu, Qun Li, Hongrun Jin, Yongxin Luo, Bei Qi, Simin Dai, Jianquan Zhao, Liang Huang*, and Jun Zhou

A simple and universal strategy of puffing molten salt is proposed for the synthesis of oxide nanosheets.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3147–3155

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6070-7

Continuous preparation of strong and tough PVA nanocomposite fibers by mechanical stretching-assisted salting-out treatment

Hang Chen, Guangze Yang, Yingzhi Sun, Yichao Xu*, and Mingjie Liu*

Ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid calcium disodium complex (EDTA-Ca)@polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) fiber (EPVAF) prepared by mechanical stretching-assisted salting out treatment displays ultrahigh mechanical and vibration transmission performance.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3156–3163

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6075-2

Magnetic nanoparticle-modified hollow double-shell SiC@C@FeCo with excellent electromagnetic wave absorption

Guiyu Peng, Jintang Zhou*, Jiaqi Tao, Weize Wang, Jun Liu, Junru Yao, Yijie Liu, and Zhengjun Yao

Based on preparing hollow SiC@C, adjusting the initial metal ion concentration and hydrothermal insulation time, combined with the carbon thermal reduction process, ternary composite nano microwave absorber SiC@C@FeCo (SCFC) is successfully prepared.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3164–3174

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6084-1

Incorporating metal nanoparticles in porous materials via selective heating effect using microwave

Yingyu Zhou, Jiacheng Liu, Fuyuan Sun, Junchen Ouyang, Ruifa Su, Fanchen Meng, Yongqi Luo, Cheng Xu, Weina Zhang, Suoying Zhang*, and Fengwei Huo*

A series of metal nanoparticles@porous materials, ranging from metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to zeolites, are successfully prepared by microwave-triggered selective heating and show excellent size selectivity in catalytic reactions.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3175–3179

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6089-9

Enhanced fluorescence sensing of tetracycline with Ti₂C quantum dots

Dejia Hu, ShangZuo Jiang, Tianhao Xia, Danyang Xiao, Yan Li* , Yanbing Hou, Jin Zhong Zhang, and Ying-Chih Pu

The interaction between Ti₂C quantum dots (QDs) and tetracycline (Tc) leads the formation of Tc’s isomers with amide structures, achieving enhanced fluorescence at 514 nm.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3180–3188

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6134-8

Design of advanced porous silver powder with high-sintering activity to improve silicon solar cells

Yongsheng Li, Ziwei Chen, Rui Zhou, Wenguang Zhao, Mu Li, Jun Chen, Zhongyuan Huang, Jian Liu, Yuhang Li, Maolin Yang, Minghan Yu, Dong Zhou * , Yuan Lin * , and Feng Pan *

The sintering activity of silver particles is crucial for the metallization of high-performance semiconductor devices. In this work, a simple method was used to prepare high sintering active silver particles with internal pore structure. The internal pore structure and its impact on the structures of silver particles as well as the relation between these structures and sintering performance were studied by ultra-small-angle X-ray scattering (USAXS), small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), in-situ X-ray diffraction (XRD), and other measurements. Then efficient polycrystalline silicon solar cells were prepared using this silver particles.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3189 –3197

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6163-3

Modulation mechanism of electron energy dissipation on superlubricity based on fluorinated 2D ZIFs

Yuxin Li, Lei Liu, Kunpeng Wang * , and Yuhong Liu *

Based on fluorinated two-dimensional zeolite imidazole frameworks, the electron energy dissipation process in the microscopic friction has been elucidated from two stages of energy transfer and energy release. According to the electron energy dissipation mechanism, the superlubricity modulation has been achieved.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3198 –3209

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-024-6441-8

Semiconductor

Research Articles

Nanoforming of transferred metal contacts for enhanced two-dimensional field effect transistors

Shuoheng Xu, Zheng Huang, Jie Guan, and Yaowu Hu *

There are large physical gaps between the transferred electrode and the two-dimensional (2D) materials for both edge and surface contact configurations. The proposed laser shock induced superplastic deformation (LSISD) method in this paper can efficiently and effectively reduce the physical gaps and enhance the performance of the planar and vertical transistors.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3210 –3216

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6040-0

Synthesis of uniform two-dimensional MoS2 films via thermal evaporation

Xue-Wei Lu* , Zhewei Li, Chen-Kai Yang, Weijia Mou, and Liying Jiao*

The conventional thermal evaporation techniques face challenges in producing uniform thin films of MoS₂ due to its high melting temperature of 1375 °C. To address this issue, we have designed a vacuum thermal evaporation system specifically for large-scale preparation of MoS₂ thin films with a size of 50 mm × 50 mm and controllable thickness ranging from 0.8 to 2.4 nm.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3217–3223

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6114-z

Remote heteroepitaxy of transition metal dichalcogenides through monolayer hexagonal boron nitride

Jidong Huang, Jingren Chen, Junhua Meng, Siyu Zhang, Ji Jiang, Jingzhen Li, Libin Zeng, Zhigang Yin, Jinliang Wu, and Xingwang Zhang*

Remote heteroepitaxy of single-crystal ZrS₂ is realized using hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) as interlayer because the potential field of sapphire can penetrate monolayer h-BN. Due to the weak interfacial scattering and high crystalline quality of ZrS₂ epilayer, the ZrS₂ photodetector with monolayer h-BN shows the best performance. The remote epitaxy using h-BN can be extended to a wide range of two-dimensional (2D) heterostructures, exhibiting great potential in developing large-area 2D electronic devices.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3224–3231

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6171-3

Modulating p-type doping of two-dimensional material palladium diselenide

Jiali Yang, Yu Liu, En-Yang Wang, Jinbo Pang*, Shirong Huang, Thomas Gemming, Jinshun Bi*, Alicja Bachmatiuk, Hao Jia, Shu-Xian Hu*, Chongyun Jiang, Hong Liu*, Gianaurelio Cuniberti*, Weijia Zhou, and Mark H Rümmeli*

The authors deduced the quantitative correlation between the doping level of PdSe₂ and the doping agent concentration. This may provide a general design guideline of doped two-dimensional (2D) materials.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3232–3244

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6196-7

Unveiling strain-enhanced moiré exciton localization in twisted van der Waals homostructures

Henry Rui He, Haihong Zheng, Biao Wu, Shaofei Li, Junnan Ding, Zongwen Liu, Jian-Tao Wang, Anlian Pan, and Yanping Liu*

This work explores the interaction between strain and moiré superlattices in twisted 2L-WSe₂/2L-WSe₂ homobilayers, revealing highly localized moiré-enhanced emission with sharp lines. The study demonstrates the precise control of moiré potential depths through strain engineering, offering insights into the potential for generating strain-induced moiré exciton single-photon sources, thereby advancing quantum emission applications.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3245–3252

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6205-x

Regulating the conductance of tungsten diselenide by oxygen plasma and improving its electrical stability by encapsulation

Zhaofang Cheng, Shaodan He, Shimin Zhang, Shijun Duan, Min Wang, Ziyu Liu, Rong Zhang, Wenya Qiang, Xudong Zhang, and Minggang Xia*

The seamless structural phase transition in WSe₂ lattice is achieved by soft oxygen plasma, significantly increasing the channel conductance of WSe₂ field-effect transistors (FETs) by four orders of magnitude compared to 2H WSe₂. Benefiting from hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) encapsulation to interrupt the partial structural relaxation from 1T to 2H phase, the conductance reduction of our WSe₂ FETs is greatly suppressed from 1% to 40% of the original conductance.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3253–3260

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6235-8

Synthesis

Review Articles

The reformation of catalyst: From a trial-and-error synthesis to rational design

Ligang Wang, Jiabin Wu, Shunwu Wang, Huan Liu, Yao Wang, and Dingsheng Wang*

In this review, we summarized and compared the preparation strategies for nanomaterials with different dimensions and single atom catalysts based on trial-and-error method, structure–activity relationship and density functional theory (DFT) guidance strategy. Furthermore, we elaborated the catalytic applications for various types of catalysts in different fields, such as hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), oxygen evolution reaction (OER), oxygen reduction reaction (ORR), nitrogen reduction reaction (NRR), CO₂ reduction reaction (CO2RR), carbon dioxide thermal catalytic hydrogenation to hydrocarbon fuel.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3261–3301

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6037-8

Self-healable gels in electrochemical energy storage devices

Yang Li*, PeiPei Ding, Yuzhe Gu, Sheng Qian, Yuncong Pang, Lele Wang, Jiayang Feng, Baoguang Liu, Qi Wan, Ping Li, and Zhiwei Liu*

The utilization of self-healable gels is proven as an effective method to realize long-term stable operation of electrochemical energy storage devices. This review summarizes the feature and fabrication of different gels, discusses the healing mechanisms of self-healable gels, and introduces the electrochemical energy storage devices of electrodes, binders, and electrolytes.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3302–3323

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6063-6

Research Articles

Flower-like CuS/γ-Fe₂O₃ van der Waals heterostructures with high-efficient electromagnetic wave absorption

Na Lu, Jingshen Xu, Mengwei Yuan, and Genban Sun*

CuS/γ-Fe₂O₃ composites significantly improve electromagnetic wave absorption through the construction of heterostructures and the synergistic effect of dielectric and magnetic loss.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3324–3333

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6058-3

Modulating the alloying mode in the doping-induced synthesis of Au-Pd nanowires

Hui Jin, Xiaoliang Wei, Lecheng Zhao, Jialong Yu, Qiao Pan, Shumin Li, Qian Wang, Zhaotong Yuan, Dan Yang, Donghui Zhao, Hongyu Chen, and Yawen Wang*

Au-Pd nanowires with various morphologies and structures were synthesized via a doping-induced approach, with the alloying modes systematically modulated by the reduction kinetics and the surface ligands. The Au-Pd nanowires were characterized as enhanced electrocatalysts for oxygen reduction and ethanol oxidation.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3334–3343

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6095-y

Water–solid contact electrification and catalysis adjusted by surface functional groups

Yusen Su, Andy Berbille, Zhong Lin Wang, and Wei Tang*

We chose a single polymer with quasi-null contact electrification (CE) ability, and in-situ modify it only with –F or –OH group. We build a platform to study the electrostatic extra force by analyzing the motion of droplet. Finally, we study the influence of chemical group in catalysis reaction based on solid–liquid CE.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3344–3351

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6125-9

Data-driven rational design of single-atom materials for hydrogen evolution and sensing

Lei Zhou, Pengfei Tian*, Bowei Zhang*, and Fu-Zhen Xuan*

Single atom materials have shown great potential in the field of hydrogen evolution and sensing. Herein, we used machine learning to help screen high-performance single atom materials toward electrochemical hydrogen evolution and hydrogen sensing.

Nano Research,2024, 17(4), 3352–3358

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6137-5

Multi-functional and multi-scenario applications for MXene aerogels with synergistically enhanced asymmetric modules

Junru Yao, Jintang Zhou*, Feng Yang, Guiyu Peng, Yijie Liu, Zhengjun Yao*, Fan Wu*, and Haibo Zeng*

The hybrid MXene aerogels feature electromagnetic interference shielding, infrared stealth, and thermal management. The hybrid MXene aerogels are suitable for various application scenarios such as personal, building, and military equipment.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3359–3368

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6154-4

A healable, mechanically robust and ultrastretchable ionic conductive elastomer for durably wearable sensor

Guoxian Zhang, Chunmei Li*, JiaoJun Tan, Mingqi Wang, Yafeng Ren, Feijie Ge*, and Qiuyu Zhang*

We report utilizing thiolactone chemistry to graft imidazolium cations on the side chain of poly(urethane-urea) (PUU) and obtain a centipede-like structure to lock the embedded ionic liquids (ILs) by ionic interactions. The fabricated conductive elastomer has outstanding conductivity, sensitivity, and sensing stability.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3369–3378

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6194-9

Transient synthesis of carbon-supported high-entropy alloy sulfide nanoparticles via flash Joule heating for efficient electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Yuntian Liao, Rongtao Zhu*, Wenjun Zhang, Haiyang Zhu, Yang Sun, Jiale Chen, Zhenhua Dong, and Ronghuan Lv

This manuscript not only simulated the synthesis process by COMSOL but also verified the unique electronic structure of carbon-supported high-entropy alloy sulfide nanoparticles (CC-S-HEA) was beneficial to H* adsorption and promoted catalytic kinetics through density functional theory (DFT) calculations.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3379–3389

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6215-8

Alloy strategy to synthesize Pt-early transition metal oxide interfacial catalysts

Shi-Long Xu, Hang Nan, Wanqun Zhang, Yue Lin, Sheng-Qi Chu*, and Hai-Wei Liang*

Pt-early transition metal oxide (Pt-MO_x) interfacial catalysts synthesized with Pt3 M alloy oxidation strategy exhibit improved performance in hydrogenation reactions as a result of the heterolytic dissociation of H₂ at richer Pt-metal oxide interfacial sites.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3390–3397

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6218-5

Assembly of a core–shell MOF with stability into polyacrylamide hydrogel for boosting extraction of uranium from seawater

Yucheng Song, Huanhuan Tan, Shiliang Qin, Zhong Liu, Chuntai Liu, Changyu Shen, Peipei Yang*, and Songwei Li*

The ZIF-67@SiO₂-A/PAM adsorbent was synthesized by grafting the core–shell metal–organic frameworks (MOFs)-based nanostructures coated with the 3-aminopropyl triethoxysilane (APTES) functionalized SiO₂ (SiO₂-A) onto polyacrylamide (PAM) hydrogel. The ZIF-67@SiO₂-A/PAM shows remarkable adsorption uranium capacity, fast adsorption kinetics, and good reusability.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3398–3406

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6233-x

Theory

Research Articles

Classical spin liquid state in a rhombic lattice metal-organic framework

Sihua Feng, Chao Wang*, Jiyin Zhao, Xuguang Liu, Chaocheng Liu, Zeming Qi, Lei Chen, Huijuan Wang, Minghui Fan, Hengli Duan*, and Wensheng Yan*

The classical spin-liquid-like behavior has been confirmed in a geometrically frustrated antiferromagnetic Fe-metal-organic framework (Fe-MOF), in which Fe ions with S = 5/2 form a two-dimensional (2D) rhombic lattice. This research will endow 2D MOFs with great potential in geometrically frustrated systems, and will accelerate research into unconventional quantum phenomena.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3407–3412

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6036-9

Theoretical screening of cooperative N-bridged dual-atom sites for efficient electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction with remolding insight

Huimei Chen, Yan Yang, Chi Jiao, Zhiwen Zhuo*, Junjie Mao*, and Yan Liu*

A series of novel dual-atom catalysts (M1-N-M2/NC) are theoretically explored by high-throughput screening with a reshaped and complete mechanism understanding in the catalytic reaction cycle of electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction (e-NRR) and competitive hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), which strategically optimizes the selectivity and improves catalytic efficiency.

Nano Research, 2024, 17(4), 3413–3422

https://doi.org/10.1007/s12274-023-6140-x

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