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Influences of solvents and monomer concentrations on the electrochemical performance and structural properties of electrodeposited PEDOT films: a comparative study in water and acetonitrile

The effect of solvents and monomer concentrations on electrodeposited PEDOT properties.

Graphical abstract: Influences of solvents and monomer concentrations on the electrochemical performance and structural properties of electrodeposited PEDOT films: a comparative study in water and acetonitrile
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Zr6O8 core cluster with formula unit [Zr6O4(OH)4(OH2)8(CH3COO)4(SO4)4nH2O obtained under mild conditions

Cluster with Zr6O8 core and formula unit [Zr6O4(OH)4(OH2)8(CH3COO)4(SO4)4nH2O was synthesized under mild conditions forming three-dimensional maze of tunnels.

Graphical abstract: Zr6O8 core cluster with formula unit [Zr6O4(OH)4(OH2)8(CH3COO)4(SO4)4]·nH2O obtained under mild conditions
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A new generation of 1,8-diaminocarbazole building blocks for the construction of fluorescent anion receptors

New, ester-substituted diaminocarbazole building blocks are proposed for making anion receptors with significantly improved solubility, tunability, affinity, and fluorescent response.

Graphical abstract: A new generation of 1,8-diaminocarbazole building blocks for the construction of fluorescent anion receptors
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Yttrium-induced tunable bandgap for optical data storage applications

Linear and nonlinear optical and electronic properties of Te(1−x)(GeSe0.5)Yx thin films have been studied. Transmission spectra ranging from 500 to 2500 nm were obtained using a UV-visible spectrophotometer to calculate optical properties.

Graphical abstract: Yttrium-induced tunable bandgap for optical data storage applications
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Circular recycling concept for silver recovery from photovoltaic cells in Ethaline deep eutectic solvent

Metallic silver is directly recovered from photovoltaic cells by leaching and electrodeposition in Ethaline deep eutectic solvent associated with a redox shuttle that can be regenerated to start a new cycle.

Graphical abstract: Circular recycling concept for silver recovery from photovoltaic cells in Ethaline deep eutectic solvent
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Precision phenylalanine sensing in blood with nanomaterial-enhanced electrodes

Modified screen-printed gold electrodes (Au-ERGO) increase sensitivity and reduce LOD and LOQ of the quantitation of Phenylalanine in human whole blood.

Graphical abstract: Precision phenylalanine sensing in blood with nanomaterial-enhanced electrodes
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A point of care sensor for detection of alcohols, aldehydes and esters in urinary metabolites of war veterans injured by sulfur mustard

To discriminate between different alcoholic, aldehyde, and ester species in urine samples of war veterans who exposed with sulfur mustard with healthy people, a paper-based colorimetric sensor array is introduced.

Graphical abstract: A point of care sensor for detection of alcohols, aldehydes and esters in urinary metabolites of war veterans injured by sulfur mustard
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Influences of topography on nitrate export from forested watersheds on Yakushima Island, a Natural World Heritage site

Long-term monitoring of nitrate ions and topographical control of atmospheric nitrate in forest river waters of Yakushima Island, a Natural World Heritage site.

Graphical abstract: Influences of topography on nitrate export from forested watersheds on Yakushima Island, a Natural World Heritage site
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Electrodeposition of Cu2NiSnS4 absorber layer on FTO substrate for solar cell applications

Potentiostatic and in situ electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) were used to investigate the nucleation and growth mechanisms of electrodeposited Cu2NiSnS4 (CNTS) thin films from aqueous solution at various applied potentials.

Graphical abstract: Electrodeposition of Cu2NiSnS4 absorber layer on FTO substrate for solar cell applications
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Synthesis of polyaniline-coated composite anion exchange membranes based on polyacrylonitrile for the separation of tartaric acid via electrodialysis

The separation and purification of tartaric acid are essential in food and pharmaceuticals due to its roles as a chiral catalyst, antioxidant, and stabilizer, ensuring product quality and efficiency in these industries.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis of polyaniline-coated composite anion exchange membranes based on polyacrylonitrile for the separation of tartaric acid via electrodialysis
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Ruthenium complex based nanocomposite film with enhanced and selective electrochemical sensing of bifenthrin pesticide

Bifenthrin (BF), a widely used pyrethroid pesticide in farming, lacks highly sensitive and selective sensors despite its extensive application.

Graphical abstract: Ruthenium complex based nanocomposite film with enhanced and selective electrochemical sensing of bifenthrin pesticide
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Crystal structure modification of nano-hydroxyapatite using organic modifiers and hydrothermal technique

Hydrothermal technique and organic modifiers are effective tools for the modification of the crystal structure of nano-crystallite hydroxyapatite for fruitful applications.

Graphical abstract: Crystal structure modification of nano-hydroxyapatite using organic modifiers and hydrothermal technique
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Interaction of Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans with surface-modified silica studied by ultra-high frequency acoustic wave biosensor

In this work the bacteria S. aureus and fungi C. albicans were allowed to interact with quartz-based biosensor devices under different flow rates. The anti-fouling MEG-OH coating was able to reduce the fouling observed from the microorganisms.

Graphical abstract: Interaction of Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans with surface-modified silica studied by ultra-high frequency acoustic wave biosensor
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Safety evaluation of Plukenetia volubilis seeds: a metabolomic profiling and network toxicology approach

The study indicated the absence of saponins, the presence of phytosterols and trigonellin (a pyridine alkaloid), and a low safety risk related to saponin and alkaloid content in the Sacha Inchi seeds.

Graphical abstract: Safety evaluation of Plukenetia volubilis seeds: a metabolomic profiling and network toxicology approach
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Development of an electrochemical sensor modified with gold nanoparticles for detecting fumonisin B1 in packaged foods

Fumonisin B1 (FB1) is naturally present in the environment and can easily contaminate packaged foods during processing, storage and transportation, and electrochemical detection provides a simple way to obtain sensitive detection results.

Graphical abstract: Development of an electrochemical sensor modified with gold nanoparticles for detecting fumonisin B1 in packaged foods
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Optimizing workflow efficiency for analyzing low molecular weight endogenous peptides in colostrum

A novel approach to extract EPs from colostrum using peptide extraction methods combined with ultracentrifugation was developed. Over 3200 EPs were extracted from bovine colostrum enabling the identification of less abundant proteins and peptides.

Graphical abstract: Optimizing workflow efficiency for analyzing low molecular weight endogenous peptides in colostrum
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Crumpled graphene fully decorated with nickel-based nanoparticles applied in glyphosate detection

This study introduces a novel approach for electrochemically detecting glyphosate in aqueous environments using crumpled graphene decorated with nickel-based nanoparticles (Ni:CG) synthesized in a single step.

Graphical abstract: Crumpled graphene fully decorated with nickel-based nanoparticles applied in glyphosate detection
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Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) for the diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) using blood serum samples

Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy is employed for the characterization and diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction using blood serum samples.

Graphical abstract: Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) for the diagnosis of acute myocardial infarction (AMI) using blood serum samples
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Development of a nanocomposite hydrogel catalyzed H2O2/TMB system for determination of chlordiazepoxide in exhaled breath condensate

In this study, an enzyme mimic catalyzed H2O2–tetramethylbenzidine system based on UiO-66/Au NPs–PVA nanocomposite hydrogel was employed as an optical probe for chlordiazepoxide sensing.

Graphical abstract: Development of a nanocomposite hydrogel catalyzed H2O2/TMB system for determination of chlordiazepoxide in exhaled breath condensate
Open Access Review Article

Magnetic nanoparticles and possible synergies with cold atmospheric plasma for cancer treatment

The biomedical applications of magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) have gained increasing attention due to their unique biological, chemical, and magnetic properties such as biocompatibility, chemical stability, and high magnetic susceptibility.

Graphical abstract: Magnetic nanoparticles and possible synergies with cold atmospheric plasma for cancer treatment
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Graphitic carbon nitride nanosheet supported silica nanochannel film for enhanced electrochemiluminescence sensing of 2,4,6-trichlorophenol and prochloraz

Graphitic carbon nitride nanosheet supported silica nanochannel film is easily fabricated for enhanced electrochemiluminescence sensing of 2,4,6-trichlorophenol and prochloraz.

Graphical abstract: Graphitic carbon nitride nanosheet supported silica nanochannel film for enhanced electrochemiluminescence sensing of 2,4,6-trichlorophenol and prochloraz
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Mechanism of two styryl BODIPYs as fluorescent probes and protective agents in lipid bilayers against aqueous ClO

Two styryl BODIPY derivatives, BOH and BOE, with different hydrophilic properties, were investigated for their reaction mechanisms in lipid bilayers against aqueous ClO, by both experimental and theoretical methods.

Graphical abstract: Mechanism of two styryl BODIPYs as fluorescent probes and protective agents in lipid bilayers against aqueous ClO−
Open Access Editorial

RSC Advances Outstanding Student Paper Awards 2023

We are delighted to announce the winners of the RSC Advances Outstanding Student Paper Awards 2023. These awards recognise outstanding work published in the journal, in which a substantial component of the research was conducted by a student.

Graphical abstract: RSC Advances Outstanding Student Paper Awards 2023
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Magnetic iron-based waterworks sludge modified by chitosan and FeS for aqueous Cr(VI) adsorption and reduction

We synthesized a composite of iron-based waterworks sludge modified by chitosan and FeS (FeS/CS@MIBWS) for aqueous Cr(VI) adsorption and reduction.

Graphical abstract: Magnetic iron-based waterworks sludge modified by chitosan and FeS for aqueous Cr(vi) adsorption and reduction
Open Access Review Article

Carbon nanomaterials as electrochemical sensors for theophylline: a review

Recent progress in the utilization of nanocarbon-based materials, such as graphene, nanodiamond, and CNTs, is discussed regarding their enhanced performance in electrochemical sensors for theophylline.

Graphical abstract: Carbon nanomaterials as electrochemical sensors for theophylline: a review
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