RSC Advances  

Developing low-cost and efficient photocatalyst/co-catalyst systems that promote CO₂ reduction remains a challenge.

A self-releasing photolithographic technique is developed to synthesize freestanding polymeric templates with high structural fidelity, smooth surfaces and excellent flexibility.

Charged amino-acid containing dodecapeptide Ac-EKKEDRGDEKKE-CONH₂ forms pH-based self assembly and amyloid nanostructures which binds heavy metals lead and uranium.

Colorful semitransparent perovskite films and devices are fabricated employing self-ordering microgel particles resulting in improved power conversion efficiency and stability.

De novo designed aliphatic and aromatic peptides form biomimetic supramolecular nanofibrils illuminating the intricacies of the pathogenic amyloid assemblies.

A sensing system for glucose derived from a self-assembled copper nanoclusters-based nano-enzyme and glucose oxidase.

Fluorescence recognition for the antimalarial cinchonidine could be achieved efficiently and rapidly through bamboo-like carbon nanotubes based on chiral conjugated H₈BINOL derivatives.

Self-healing polymers (SHPs) garner significant interest for their nature-inspired ability to regenerate surfaces, enhancing material durability and sustainability. This review highlights recent advances in SHPs, emphasizing scratch-regenerating technology, testing methods, and prospects.

Helical microrods comprising supramolecular α-cyclodextrin (α-CD) assemblies are fabricated by allowing an α-CD/HFIP/2-pentanol gel to stand at 30–60 °C under high humidity conditions.

Phase change materials (PCMs) based on boron nitride nanosheet aerogels as support frameworks are efficient in thermal energy storage.