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Rational design and investigation of nonlinear optical response properties of pyrrolopyrrole aza-BODIPY-based novel push–pull chromophores

Intramolecular charge transfer plays crucial role in shaping linear and nonlinear optical response properties of novel pyrrolopyrrole aza-BODIPY-based push–pull chromophores.

Graphical abstract: Rational design and investigation of nonlinear optical response properties of pyrrolopyrrole aza-BODIPY-based novel push–pull chromophores
Open Access Review Article

Band gap tuning of perovskite solar cells for enhancing the efficiency and stability: issues and prospects

State-of-the-art processes for the band gap tuning of perovskite solar cells for enhancing their efficiency and stability.

Graphical abstract: Band gap tuning of perovskite solar cells for enhancing the efficiency and stability: issues and prospects
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Microstructure and physical properties of black-aluminum antireflective films

The microstructure and physical properties of reflective and black aluminum were compared for layers of different thicknesses deposited by magnetron sputtering on fused silica substrates.

Graphical abstract: Microstructure and physical properties of black-aluminum antireflective films
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Enhancing Li+ recovery in brine mining: integrating next-gen emotional AI and explainable ML to predict adsorption energy in crown ether-based hierarchical nanomaterials

Artificial intelligence (AI) is being employed in brine mining to enhance the extraction of lithium, vital for the manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries, through improved recovery efficiencies and the reduction of energy consumption.

Graphical abstract: Enhancing Li+ recovery in brine mining: integrating next-gen emotional AI and explainable ML to predict adsorption energy in crown ether-based hierarchical nanomaterials
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Improving photoluminescence properties and reducing recombination of CsPbBr3 perovskite through lithium doping

Lithium doping improves CsPbBr3 perovskites films by enhancing optical properties and reducing non-radiative recombination for enhanced stability and performance of perovskite thin films based optoelectronic devices.

Graphical abstract: Improving photoluminescence properties and reducing recombination of CsPbBr3 perovskite through lithium doping
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The stability of CsPb(BrxCl1−x)3 all-inorganic mixed halide perovskites

From the perspective of configuration characteristics (octahedra types, distortion, and order–disorder), the stability of all-inorganic mixed halide perovskites (CsPb(BrxCl1−x)3) is studied.

Graphical abstract: The stability of CsPb(BrxCl1−x)3 all-inorganic mixed halide perovskites
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An in situ phase transformation induced mesoporous heterointerface for the alkaline hydrogen evolution reaction

In situ phase transformation is achieved from single-phase Co3O4 to CoO/CoP hybrid phases, which acts as a highly efficient electrocatalyst for the hydrogen evolution reaction.

Graphical abstract: An in situ phase transformation induced mesoporous heterointerface for the alkaline hydrogen evolution reaction
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Theoretical and modelling investigation of pendant groups effect on quantum interference for single-molecule junctions

Impacts of meta-connectivity and pendant groups are robust parameters controlling the destructive quantum interference (DQI) and improve thermoelectric properties of meta-OPE molecules making them suitable materials for thermoelectric applications.

Graphical abstract: Theoretical and modelling investigation of pendant groups effect on quantum interference for single-molecule junctions
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Investigating the influence of Cu and Ti substitution on the structural, optical, and dielectric properties of BiFeO3

The environmentally friendly BiFe1−x(Ti1/2Cu1/2)xO3 system with various substitution rates, including x = 0 (BFO), x = 0.02 (BFTCO2) and x = 0.04 (BFTCO4), has been synthesized using the solid-state reaction technique.

Graphical abstract: Investigating the influence of Cu and Ti substitution on the structural, optical, and dielectric properties of BiFeO3
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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
Open Access Review Article

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
From the themed collection: 2024 Reviews in RSC Advances
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Effects of external light in the magnetic field-modulated photocatalytic reactions in a microfluidic chip reactor

Mutual enhancement of plasmonic photocatalytic reaction by both magnetic field and plasmonic enhancement was presented through Au–TiO2 nanoparticles.

Graphical abstract: Effects of external light in the magnetic field-modulated photocatalytic reactions in a microfluidic chip reactor
Open Access Review Article

Smart materials for flexible electronics and devices: hydrogel

In recent years, flexible conductive materials have attracted considerable attention for their potential use in flexible energy storage devices, touch panels, sensors, memristors, and other applications.

Graphical abstract: Smart materials for flexible electronics and devices: hydrogel
From the themed collection: 2024 Reviews in RSC Advances
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Enhanced photocatalytic performance of ZnO under visible light by co-doping of Ta and C using hydrothermal method

C, Ta-co-doped ZnO nanoparticles (Eg = 2.88 eV), prepared by hydrothermal method, were used as a photocatalyst under visible light to remove organic contaminants in aquatic environments.

Graphical abstract: Enhanced photocatalytic performance of ZnO under visible light by co-doping of Ta and C using hydrothermal method
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Use of benzothiophene ring to improve the photovoltaic efficacy of cyanopyridinone-based organic chromophores: a DFT study

The benzothiophene based chromophores (A1D1–A1D5) with A–π–A configuration were designed via end-capped tailoring with benzothiophene type acceptors using reference compound (A1R).

Graphical abstract: Use of benzothiophene ring to improve the photovoltaic efficacy of cyanopyridinone-based organic chromophores: a DFT study
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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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Gamma-irradiated stibnite thin films set a remarkable benchmark performance for photoelectrochemical water splitting

The study sets out to show the positive impact of sulfur vacancy engineering on the structural, morphological, optical, electrical, and photoelectrochemical (PEC) properties of Sb2S3 films synthesized using the spin coating technique.

Graphical abstract: Gamma-irradiated stibnite thin films set a remarkable benchmark performance for photoelectrochemical water splitting
From the themed collection: 2024 RSC Advances Popular Advances Collection
Open Access Review Article

Progress of research on the bonding-strength improvement of two-layer adhesive-free flexible copper-clad laminates

Bond strength of two-layer adhesive-free flexible copper-clad laminate is an important factor that directly affects the stability and reliability of electronic devices.

Graphical abstract: Progress of research on the bonding-strength improvement of two-layer adhesive-free flexible copper-clad laminates
From the themed collection: 2024 Reviews in RSC Advances
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Reusable magnetic mixture of CuFe2O4–Fe2O3 and TiO2 for photocatalytic degradation of pesticides in water

Mixture of TiO2-P25 and magnetic CuFe2O4–Fe2O3 nanocomposites improves photocatalytic water treatment and enables easy catalyst recovery, effectively degrading pollutants like 2,4-D.

Graphical abstract: Reusable magnetic mixture of CuFe2O4–Fe2O3 and TiO2 for photocatalytic degradation of pesticides in water
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Electric-field modulated energy transfer in phosphorescent material- and fluorescent material-codoped polymer light-emitting diodes

In this study, we find electric-field modulated energy transfer in phosphorescent material- and fluorescent material-codoped polymer that has never been reported.

Graphical abstract: Electric-field modulated energy transfer in phosphorescent material- and fluorescent material-codoped polymer light-emitting diodes
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A prediction model for CO2/CO adsorption performance on binary alloys based on machine learning

Machine-learning models were constructed to accurately predict CO2 and CO adsorption affinity on a wide range of binary alloying.

Graphical abstract: A prediction model for CO2/CO adsorption performance on binary alloys based on machine learning
Open Access Review Article

Advances in superhydrophobic material research: from preparation to electrified railway protection

Superhydrophobic coatings give a solution for the protection of electrical equipment and some corresponding preparation methods.

Graphical abstract: Advances in superhydrophobic material research: from preparation to electrified railway protection
From the themed collection: 2024 Reviews in RSC Advances
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Cobalt-doped zinc oxide based memristors with nociceptor characteristics for bio-inspired technology

Co–ZnO based memristors for Biological tactile receptor.

Graphical abstract: Cobalt-doped zinc oxide based memristors with nociceptor characteristics for bio-inspired technology
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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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Fine-tuning of organic optical double-donor NLO chromophores with DA-supported functional groups

A new fine-tunned strategic chromophore with updated version of BLD1 and BLD3 chromophores were reported.

Graphical abstract: Fine-tuning of organic optical double-donor NLO chromophores with DA-supported functional groups
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