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Elucidating the performance of hexamethylene tetra-amine interlinked bimetallic NiCo-MOF for efficient electrochemical hydrogen and oxygen evolution

This study investigates the electrocatalytic water splitting capabilities of hexamethylene tetra-amine-linked NiCo-MOF, synthesized via hydrothermal approach. It reveals low overpotentials of 274 mV and 330 mV with Tafel slopes of 78 mV dec−1 and 86 mV dec−1 towards HER and OER respectively.

Graphical abstract: Elucidating the performance of hexamethylene tetra-amine interlinked bimetallic NiCo-MOF for efficient electrochemical hydrogen and oxygen evolution
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Exploring the effect of the covalent functionalization in graphene-antimonene heterostructures

van der Waals heterostructure preparation based on hexagonal Sb and graphene, and its subsequent patterning through functionalization with benzyl substituents.

Graphical abstract: Exploring the effect of the covalent functionalization in graphene-antimonene heterostructures
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Recent advances in the functionalization, substitutional doping and applications of graphene/graphene composite nanomaterials

Recently, graphene and graphene-based nanomaterials have emerged as advanced carbon functional materials with specialized unique electronic, optical, mechanical, and chemical properties.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in the functionalization, substitutional doping and applications of graphene/graphene composite nanomaterials
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NiOx/PANI nanocomposite doped carbon paste as electrode for long-term stable and highly efficient perovskite solar cells

Carbon-based perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have emerged as a hopeful alternative in the realm of photovoltaics.

Graphical abstract: NiOx/PANI nanocomposite doped carbon paste as electrode for long-term stable and highly efficient perovskite solar cells
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Efficient dye adsorption of mesoporous activated carbon from bamboo parenchyma cells by phosphoric acid activation

In this study, mesoporous activated carbon was prepared from bamboo parenchyma cells for MB removal from water.

Graphical abstract: Efficient dye adsorption of mesoporous activated carbon from bamboo parenchyma cells by phosphoric acid activation
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Highly homogeneous and stable single-walled carbon nanotubes dispersion modified by polyvinylpyrrolidone and alkanolamine in water

An easy green non-covalent surface functionalization of pristine SWCNT was carried out by using ball grinding technology, resulting in the formation of a highly homogeneous and stable PA-SWCNTs dispersion reported firstly in water.

Graphical abstract: Highly homogeneous and stable single-walled carbon nanotubes dispersion modified by polyvinylpyrrolidone and alkanolamine in water
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Cellulose/silica composite microtubular superfoam with excellent flame retardancy, thermal insulation and ablative resistance

Cellulose/SiO2-based composite microtube superfoam exhibits excellent flame retardant, thermal insulation and ablative resistance.

Graphical abstract: Cellulose/silica composite microtubular superfoam with excellent flame retardancy, thermal insulation and ablative resistance
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Treatment of carbon electrodes with Ti3C2Tx MXene coating and thermal method for vanadium redox flow batteries: a comparative study

Treatment of carbon papers with Ti3C2Tx MXene solution for vanadium redox flow batteries.

Graphical abstract: Treatment of carbon electrodes with Ti3C2Tx MXene coating and thermal method for vanadium redox flow batteries: a comparative study
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Fabrication of MoS2/rGO hybrids as electrocatalyst for water splitting applications

Environmental degradation and energy constraint are important risks to long-term sustainability in the modern world.

Graphical abstract: Fabrication of MoS2/rGO hybrids as electrocatalyst for water splitting applications
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Insoluble low-impedance organic battery cathode enabled by graphite grafting towards potassium storage

Insoluble polymerized organic electrode is developed and wrapped in graphite sheets, which possesses low-impedance and realized a cycling life of over 1500 cycles. This work provides insights for exploring high-performance organic cathodes.

Graphical abstract: Insoluble low-impedance organic battery cathode enabled by graphite grafting towards potassium storage
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Insights into the optoelectronic behaviour of heteroatom doped diamond-shaped graphene quantum dots

Investigation of heteroatom (N, B, O, P and S) doping impact on the structural, optoelectronic and photoluminescence properties of diamond-shaped graphene quantum dots for photovoltaics and nanomedical applications, and energy technologies.

Graphical abstract: Insights into the optoelectronic behaviour of heteroatom doped diamond-shaped graphene quantum dots
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Flower-like Ag-decked non-stoichiometric Bi2O3−x/rGO hybrid nanocomposite SERS substrates for an effective detection of Rhodamine 6G dye molecules

Preparation of flower-like non-stoichiometric rGO-Bi2O3/Bi2O2.75 and rGO-Ag-Bi2O3/Bi2O2.75 hybrid thin film nanocomposites as an effective SERS substrate using a liquid/liquid interface method. The increase of hotspots leads to more favourable properties to improve the G-factor.

Graphical abstract: Flower-like Ag-decked non-stoichiometric Bi2O3−x/rGO hybrid nanocomposite SERS substrates for an effective detection of Rhodamine 6G dye molecules
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A direct one-step synthesis of a smart graphene/silica nanocomposite and its application for improving the acid resistance and corrosion resistance properties of waterborne epoxy coatings

A smart BTA@SN-rGO nanocomposite was obtained via a one-step synthetic method and can provide remarkable long-term corrosion protection on metal.

Graphical abstract: A direct one-step synthesis of a smart graphene/silica nanocomposite and its application for improving the acid resistance and corrosion resistance properties of waterborne epoxy coatings
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Highly emissive blue graphene quantum dots with excitation-independent emission via ultrafast liquid-phase photoreduction

Graphene oxide quantum dots (GOQDs) are promising candidates for biomedical applications since they have lower toxicity and higher biocompatibility than traditional semiconductor quantum dots.

Graphical abstract: Highly emissive blue graphene quantum dots with excitation-independent emission via ultrafast liquid-phase photoreduction
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Enhanced hydrogen uptake of dihydrogen complex via porous materials support

This study shows using [Mo(PCy3)2(CO)3] complex supporting on the porous materials boosts H2 adsorption up to 9.3 times by enhancing gas access to metal sites.

Graphical abstract: Enhanced hydrogen uptake of dihydrogen complex via porous materials support
Open Access Review Article

Designing transition metal-based porous architectures for supercapacitor electrodes: a review

This review summarizes the typical synthesis strategies and conversion mechanisms of porous transition metal-based electrode materials and discusses their energy storage characteristics and challenges in supercapacitors in a categorical manner.

Graphical abstract: Designing transition metal-based porous architectures for supercapacitor electrodes: a review
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In situ fluoro-oxygen codoped graphene layer for high-performance lithium metal anode

This study provides low-cost and environmentally friendly in situ doping strategies for graphene and a simple method to enhance the performance of lithium metal anode.

Graphical abstract: In situ fluoro-oxygen codoped graphene layer for high-performance lithium metal anode
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Correlations between the anti-corrosion properties and the photocatalytic behavior of epoxy coatings incorporating modified graphene oxide deposited on a zinc substrate

Modified GO NPs were added to EP coatings on Zn to study their electrochemical, photocatalytic, and morphological properties. The Zn/EP-GO-APTES system showed the best organic pollutant degradation, keeping good corrosion resistance and adhesion.

Graphical abstract: Correlations between the anti-corrosion properties and the photocatalytic behavior of epoxy coatings incorporating modified graphene oxide deposited on a zinc substrate
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An experimental investigation into the rheological behavior and filtration loss properties of water-based drilling fluid enhanced with a polyethyleneimine-grafted graphene oxide nanocomposite

The assessment of the impact of polyethyleneimine-grafted graphene oxide (PEI-GO) nanocomposite on rheological and filtration loss properties offers fresh perspectives on its potential as an additive in water-based drilling fluids applications.

Graphical abstract: An experimental investigation into the rheological behavior and filtration loss properties of water-based drilling fluid enhanced with a polyethyleneimine-grafted graphene oxide nanocomposite
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Enhanced microwave absorption performance of Fe3Al flakes by optimizing the carbon nanotube coatings

Fe3Al is a good magnetic loss absorber for microwave absorption.

Graphical abstract: Enhanced microwave absorption performance of Fe3Al flakes by optimizing the carbon nanotube coatings
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Eco-friendly preparation and characterization of high-performance electrothermal graphene-AgNPs/lignocellulose composites

A simple, easy-to-operate, and green route was developed to fabricate graphene-AgNPs/lignocellulose electrothermal film. Impressively, an outstanding steady-state temperature of 214 °C under 7 V was attained with 20 wt% graphene-AgNPs.

Graphical abstract: Eco-friendly preparation and characterization of high-performance electrothermal graphene-AgNPs/lignocellulose composites
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Finely tuned water structure and transport in functionalized carbon nanotube membranes during desalination

Molecular dynamics simulations were performed to tune the transport of water molecules in nanostructured membrane in a desalination process.

Graphical abstract: Finely tuned water structure and transport in functionalized carbon nanotube membranes during desalination
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Aqueous exfoliation and dispersion of monolayer and bilayer graphene from graphite using sulfated cellulose nanofibrils

High-quality graphene in 42% monolayer and rest in bilayer was efficiently aqueously exfoliated in the presence of amphiphilic sulfated cellulose nanofibrils (SCNFs) or simultaneously with sulfated cellulose.

Graphical abstract: Aqueous exfoliation and dispersion of monolayer and bilayer graphene from graphite using sulfated cellulose nanofibrils
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Facile fabrication of a graphene-based chemical sensor with ultrasensitivity for nitrobenzene

A graphene-based chemical sensor is fabricated which offers a notable response for nitrobenzene. The sensor shows the highest sensitivity of 231.1 for nitrobenzene and the fastest response of 6.9 s for benzyl chloride.

Graphical abstract: Facile fabrication of a graphene-based chemical sensor with ultrasensitivity for nitrobenzene
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Controllable fabrication of CoNi bimetallic alloy for high-performance electromagnetic wave absorption

With the coming era of artificial intelligence (AI) dominated by high-tech electronics, developing high-performance microwave absorption materials (MAMs) is imperative to solve the problem of increasing electromagnetic inference and pollution.

Graphical abstract: Controllable fabrication of CoNi bimetallic alloy for high-performance electromagnetic wave absorption
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