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Construction and fluorescence sensing performance of cucurbit[5]uril-based supramolecular assemblies incorporating amino-containing sulfonate ligand as structure inducer

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00260A, Paper

Yu-Fei Wu, XinRan Chen, JiaYu Gu, Xing-Yu Cheng, Fei Li, Shuai Xiao, Lei Xu, Kai Chen
In this work, an amino-containing sulfonate ligand, sodium 6-amino-7-sulfonaphthalene-2-sulfonate (NaHANDS), was employed as the structure inducer to react with cucurbit[5]uril (Q[5]) and alkali metals to afford four novel Q[5]-based suparmolecular...
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Comment on “A cooperation molecular recognition study: syntheses and analysis of supramolecular assemblies of tetrafluoroterephthalic acid with some aza compounds” by L. Wang, L. Zhao, Y. Hu, W. Wang, R. Chen and Y. Yang, CrystEngComm, 2013, 15, 2835

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00131A, Comment

Szymon Kamil Araj, Dariusz Maciej Pisklak, Łukasz Szeleszczuk
Periodic DFT calculations reveal that protonation at N1 is the only stable configuration in REXNIT, correcting the original assignment and highlighting the importance of accurate hydrogen atom placement in crystal structure analysis.
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Investigation of the polytype stability of 3C-SiC crystals in solution growth using a 3C-SiC seed

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00243A, Paper

Mengyu Li, Sen Luan, Zhulin Yue, Wenzhuo Chen, Xiaofang Qi, Wencheng Ma, Yongkuan Xu, Zhanggui Hu
The 3C polytype is preferentially grown on a 3C-SiC (̄̄̄) seed crystal at lower temperatures. In contrast, the 3C polytype does not appear on the (111) surface even when a seed crystal of the 3C polytype is used.
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Glycine-mediated structural evolution of ZnO nanoparticles: a robust platform for Congo red mineralization and glucose detection

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00221H, Paper

Jayasimha H. N., Chandrappa K. G., Dileepkumar V. G., Pruthviraj R. D., Jobish Johns
Graphical illustration of the solution combustion synthesis of ZnO nanoparticles, their physicochemical characterization, photocatalytic degradation of Congo red dye, and electrochemical non-enzymatic glucose sensing.
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Crystal engineering to improve the dissolution behaviour of oleanolic acid

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00322B, Paper

Junyan Luo, Yifei Xie, Ying Feng, Baoxi Zhang, Ningbo Gong, Yang Lu
In this work, we successfully synthesized five solid forms of OA–PIP. In dissolution experiments, all OA–PIP salts dissolve faster than OA, confirming that piperazine salt improves OA dissolution.
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A nickel-substituted Anderson-type arsenomolybdate used as an adsorbent with high efficiency and selectivity toward methylene blue

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5CE01088H, Communication

Lijuan Zhang, Tinghao Lu, Ziqian Hua, Haoming Du, Hongrui Yue, Jiai Hua, Xuankai Cheng, Xiaoting Zhai, Zhiqiang Cai, Xiang Ma
A nickel-substituted Andserson-type arsenomolybdate as adsorbent with high efficiency and selectivity toward methylene blue. Graphical abstract background generated with AI.
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Implication of Ionic Liquids in Empagliflozin-Isonicotinic acid Eutectic System: Mechanochemical Synthesis, Characterisation and Performance Attributes

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00173D, Paper

Md Huzaifa Khan, Mohd Danish Khan, Jamshed Haneef
Pharmaceutical eutectic mixtures offer promising effects in enhancing the physicochemical properties of drug molecules. Development of eutectic mixtures by mechanochemical synthesis is a sustainable and eco-friendly approach. Recently, ionic liquid-assisted...
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Modulated calcination temperatures of EDTA/Citrate-Synthesized NaNbO3 for optimized structural and optical properties

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00278A, Paper

Ila Gabriele Diniz Dias de Azevedo, Camila PACELLY BRANDAO DE ARAUJO, Carlson Pereira De Souza, Christian Turquat, Andre Luis Lopes Moriyama, Madjid Arab
This study investigates the precise tailoring of perovskite-type sodium niobate (NaNbO3) powders, synthesized via a combined EDTA/citrate complexation route. The study evaluated the impacts of varying citric acid concentrations (1:1:1.5...
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Continuous Control of Thermal Responses in Dynamic Crystals via Solid Solution Engineering

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00302H, Paper

Jiantao Meng, Yahui Su, Hang Zhu, Wenrui Chen, An Chen, Yuan Su, Ting Cai
Dynamic responses in molecular crystals offer unique opportunities for creating adaptive and functional materials. Achieving precise and continuous control over these behaviors, however, remains a central challenge due to their...
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Non-linear optical-dielectric duple switch and narrow band gap in a one-dimensional hybrid compound: [(CH3)2S(CH2)3NH3][SbBr5]

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00306K, Paper

Peng-Peng Gong, Qian Jun Gu, Ya-Juan Li, Yi Guo, Wan-Yu Zhu, Bo Huang
Organic–inorganic hybrid structural phase transition compounds for multifunctional switchable applications have attracted significant attention in recent years due to their excellent optoelectronic properties. Seeking such materials and studying the relationship...
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Positional isomerism and short hydrogen bonds govern photochromic behaviour in dipyridyl-NDI⋯formic acid co-crystals

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00262E, Paper

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Adnan Ishaq, Louise Male, Neil R. Champness
Positional isomerism in pyridyl naphthalene diimide formic acid co-crystals controls reversible photochromic switching behaviour upon UV irradiation via a proton-coupled electron transfer type mechanism.
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Crystal engineering of p-sulfocinnamic acid into mononuclear cationic Fe(II), Co(II) and Fe(III) complexes

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3449-3457
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00068A, Paper

Xiaochun Li, Joanne W. L. Wong, Mengmeng Wang, Youssef Draoui, Mariusz Wolff, Koen Robeyns, Aurelian Rotaru, Yann Garcia
Diverse crystal architectures were stabilized with Hpsca⁻ used as counteranion or ligand in mononuclear complexes.
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Chiral blue box host–guest encapsulation induced CPL from achiral planar fluorescence dyes

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00256K, Paper

Qing Yang, Jingya Li, Yanni He, Ting Gao, Yanyan Zhou, Hongfeng Li
Chiral Blue box serves as a supramolecular host that induces circularly polarized luminescence from encapsulated planar cationic dyes.
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Controlled synthesis of porous nano-/micro-sized metal–organic frameworks with superior capacity and selectivity for dye adsorption from aqueous solution

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3435-3442
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00378H, Communication

Zhao-Peng Qi, Ji-Min Yang
NMOF nanostructures with different sizes and shapes were synthesized by a facile and rapid method. NMOF 1b nanocrystals exhibited high uptake capacities for cationic dyes.
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Syntheses, crystal structure, and photochromic properties of a new stable Ti(IV) complex

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00138F, Paper

Zeng-Ni Xiang, Jin-Ping Zhao, Zhong-Mei Xian, Mei-Yu Xu, Zhong-Hua Wang, Guang-Ming Liang
Under the irradiation of a xenon lamp or UV lamp (365 nm), Ti–PDA can rapidly exhibit a photochromic effect from colourless to dark blue. Meanwhile, the reversible transformation of color can be achieved using oxidant H₂O₂.
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Controlling quantum materials by growth: thermodynamics, kinetics, and defect engineering in transition metal dichalcogenides

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3414-3434
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00245E, Highlight

Anzar Ali, Md Ezaz Hasan Khan, Mahmoud Abdel-Hafiez
Transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) exhibit a wide range of semiconducting, metallic, correlated, and topological electronic states arising from strong coupling between lattice structure, dimensionality, and electronic degrees of freedom.
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Polymorphism-dependent mechanochromic luminescence in a donor–acceptor compound

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3443-3448
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00258G, Communication

Zhi-Bo Fan, Jia-Wang Hou, Fei Tong
Two crystals (type Y and type O) of the mechanochromic luminogen MC-TPA exhibit distinct fluorescence and grinding-induced redshift due to different packing modes and intermolecular interactions.
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Balancing energy and safety in a nitropyrazole-based melt-cast explosive carrier: 1,4-dimethyl-3,5-dinitropyrazole

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3458-3465
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00253F, Paper

Jin Yue, Zu-jia Lu, Cong Li, Qi-yao Yu, Jian-guo Zhang
A novel melt-cast explosive carrier, 1,4-dimethyl-3,5-dinitropyrazole, outperforming the traditional carrier TNT, was designed.
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Correlating thermal history to structural integrity and cycling stability in NMC 111 cathodes

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3526-3538
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00043F, Paper

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Jeffrey S. Ovens, Rex Chen, Yingzi Feng, Majid Talebiesfandarani, Stephen A. Campbell, Byron D. Gates
Variable-temperature X-ray diffraction identifies 800 °C for ∼6 h as optimal for NMC 111 synthesis, minimizing cation mixing and maximizing electrochemical performance.
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Metal-ion-dependent polarity switching and dielectric enhancement in solvent-vapour-responsive mononuclear complexes

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3499-3505
DOI: 10.1039/D5CE01141H, Paper

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Fumiya Kobayashi, Hiroki Iwase, Shoma Hoshino, Makoto Tadokoro
Metal-ion-dependent polarity switching has been demonstrated in a solvent-vapour-responsive mononuclear complex.
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Formation pathways and structural diversity of colloidal tetramers in a two-dimensional system: a Brownian dynamics study

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3466-3474
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00204H, Paper

Masahide Sato, Hiroyasu Katsuno, Yoshihisa Suzuki
Growth processes and shapes changes of a 4-mer.
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Optimizing conditions for the formation of calcium oxalate trihydrate using the response surface methodology

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3506-3517
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00201C, Paper

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Nives Matijaković Mlinarić, Arijana Hamzić, Nikolina Filipović, Jelena Brdarić Kosanović, Imre Szenti, Marija Banožić, Anamarija Stanković
The response surface methodology identified additive-free conditions for calcium oxalate trihydrate formation. Temperature dominated kinetic regimes enabling phase pure COT were confirmed by PXRD, SEM, FTIR and optical microscopy.
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Novel hydroxyl-functionalized 1,2,4-triazole-based oligomers: synthetic approach, photoluminescence and coordination behaviour as uranyl chelators

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3486-3498
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00233A, Paper

Dmytro M. Khomenko, Oleksandr V. Vashchenko, Roman O. Doroshchuk, Viktoriia S. Starova, Mariia Hreben, Valerii Bukhanko, Andrii V. Yatsymyrskyi, Sergiu Shova, Olga Yu. Vassilyeva, Rostyslav D. Lampeka
Mono-, bis-, and tris(1,2,4-triazole)-based oligomers bearing hydroxymethyl and hydroxyphenyl substituents exhibit blue photoluminescence in solution under UV excitation, which is quenched upon chelation with uranyl ions.
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A robust ditopic enaminone- and hydrazone-linked amine-functionalized porous organic cage for effective permanganate capture and conversion

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3518-3525
DOI: 10.1039/D5CE01205H, Paper

Jiajia Sheng, Yanan Guo, Guoshi Zhang, Wenjing Wang, Kongzhao Su, Daqiang Yuan
A ditopic enaminone- and hydrazone-linked amine-functionalized calix[4]resorcinarene-based porous organic cage was successfully synthesized and characterized. It shows efficient adsorption and reduction of permanganate (MnO₄⁻) from aqueous solutions.
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Fluid shear driven secondary nucleation using α-and γ-glycine seeds confirmed with rigorous control experiments

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3475-3485
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00279J, Paper

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Lucas Nahas, Mei Lee, Mark D. Haw, Jan Sefcik
We propose that fluid shear driven secondary nucleation may operate similarly to primary nucleation near solution-solid interface, where enhancement of nucleation is due to stabilisation and aggregation of solute clusters in its vicinity.
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Regioisomer-directed structural diversity in one-dimensional silver(I) coordination polymers

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00267F, Paper

Seohyeon Yun, Hankyeol Park, Jaejun Lee, Jang Hyeonji, In-Hyeok Park, Eunji Lee
Building on previous studies demonstrating molar ratio-dependent supramolecular isomerism and anion-directed structural transformations in silver(I) coordination polymers, we investigated the role of ligand regioisomerism under conditions where anion coordination is...
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Construction of Pnictogen-Rich Cyclophosphazene-Based Manganese(II) Coordination Polymers: Structural Insights and Visible-Light Photocatalytic Activity

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00290K, Paper

Rabia Emir, Yunus Zorlu, Elif Özcan
Three novel manganese(II)-based coordination polymers, PCP-27, PCP-28, and PCP-29, were synthesized using a cyclotriphosphazene-derived tetracarboxylate ligand (H4L) and different N-donor ligands (2,2’-bpyridine (bpy), terpyridine (tpy), and phenanthroline (phen), respectively). SC-XRD...
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Role of liquid water distribution in MgO hydroxylation

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00207B, Communication

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Vitalii Starchenko, Sai Adapa, Lawrence M. Anovitz, Ilia Ivanov, Andrew G. Stack, Ke Yuan, Juliane Weber
Water distribution at the surface is a primary driver in the formation of polycrystalline solid structures during mineral precipitation.
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One step formation of amino derivatives of the closo-decaborate anion with exo-polyhedral benzimidazole groups during cadmium(II) complexation

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00234J, Paper

Svetlana E. Nikiforova, Alexey V. Golubev, Alexey S. Kubasov, Anatolii S. Burlov, Bogdan V. Chaltsev, Lyudmila N. Divaeva, Yurii V. Koshchienko, Elena A. Malinina, Konstantin Yu. Zhizhin, Nikolay T. Kuznetsov
The possibility of obtaining a new class of amino derivatives of the closo-decaborate anion with exo-polyhedral benzimidazole groups has been demonstrated for the first time.
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Sensitized near-infrared emission of [Ln(hfac)4]− [Ln(III) = Nd, Yb, Er] via ruthenium counterions of 2,3,5,6-tetrakis-(2-pyridyl)pyrazine

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00268D, Paper

Yan Li, Yue-Yun Zou, Xin-Wen Hou, Yu Wu, Le-Yan Sun, Kai Wang
Three heteronuclear 4d–4f complexes: [Ru(tppz)₂][Nd(hfac)₄(H₂O)]₂ (1), and [Ru(tppz)₂][Ln(hfac)₄]₂ [Ln(III) = Yb (2), Er (3)] were reported. Tppz-based ruthenium complexes can act as effective antenna units for sensitizing selected lanthanide ions.
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Supramolecular clusters of imidazolium-based ionic liquids: the effect of the cation–anion structure on crystallization

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00238B, Paper

Suzan K. Kunz, Gustavo H. Weimer, Fellipe F. S. Farias, Priscila S. V. Lima, Vitor A. Kessler, Helio G. Bonacorso, Nilo Zanatta, Caroline R. Bender, Marcos A. P. Martins
Ionic liquids are highly versatile in supramolecular chemistry, where adjustable physicochemical properties enable the development of functional materials.
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Doping concentration-dependent structural evolution and blue shift in indium-based organic–inorganic halide hybrids

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00328A, Paper

Xue-Jian Feng, Jing-Xuan Hao, Meng-Qi Wang, Xin-Xin Pan, Meng-Yuan Zhang, Hao-Yu Hao, Dian-Hao Guo, Qi Zhang, Yue Wu
Sb³⁺ doping drives structural transformation from (BZM)₃InCl₆ to (BZM)₅In₂Cl₁₁·H₂O at 40% threshold. Compressive lattice distortion suppresses excited-state relaxation and slightly widens the band gap, causing abnormal blue-shifted emission.
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Icosahedral Na4@Ln12@L20 nanocages nested by a {Na4} parallelogram core and a {L20} dodecahedral shell

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00362A, Communication

Bei Hu, Guo-Xu Li, Li Zhu, Hui-Hui Yu, Yi-Cong Lou, Shu-Ying Luo, Fu-Pei Liang, Kai Wang
The first family of triple-layered-nested lanthanide icosahedral nanocages,which feature a unique concentric architecture bearing a {Na4}parallelogram core,a {Ln12}icosahedral skeleton and a {L20} dodecahedral shell (Ln =Gd,Dy;L =ligand),have been achieved. Magnetocaloric...
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Effect of Pressure on Characteristics of Diamonds Synthesized under High Temperature and High Pressure in Boron-Nitrogen Co-doped Systems

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00360E, Paper

shuai Fang, Long Fu, Mei Shi, Longsuo Guo, Liangchao Chen, Hong-An Ma, Xiaopeng Jia
This study systematically investigates the effect of synthesis pressure on the characteristics of diamond crystals grown by the high temperature and high pressure (HPHT) method in a boron-nitrogen co-doping system....
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Second-harmonic generation in two hybrid organic–inorganic metal chlorides based on L-thioproline ligand

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00330C, Communication

Yingjie Wang, Peiqi Qian, Xuemei Wen, Hongmei Zeng, Guohong Zou, Zhien Lin
Two hybrid organic–inorganic metal chlorides were prepared using L-thioproline molecules as terminal ligands, which exhibit second-harmonic generation efficiencies of 0.2 and 1.6 times that of KH₂PO₄, respectively.
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A Z-scheme BiOCl/UiO-66(Zr/Ti) heterojunction with engineered interfacial contacts for synergistic pollutant mineralization and selective sulfoxidation

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00195E, Paper

Wentao Wu, Xingxing Wu, Chenkai Peng, Yang Zhao, Danxia Zhao
Engineered Zr–O–Ti bridges in a Z-scheme BiOCl/UiO-66(Zr/Ti) heterojunction spatially compartmentalize ROS. Trace rhodamine B amplifies deep mineralization via ·OH and selective sulfoxidation via ¹O₂.
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Layered sql-type cobalt triazine-carboxylate MOF for enhanced pseudocapacitance and visible-light hydrogen evolution

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00222F, Paper

Manish Kukreja, Saman Shaheen, Tokeer Ahmad, Musheer Ahmad, Nohyun Lee, Anil Kumar Astakala, Nazrul Haq, Na'il Saleh, Kafeel Ahmad Siddiqui
A layered sql-type Co-MOF with paddle-wheel Co(II) units delivered 396 F g⁻¹ capacitance at 0.5 A g⁻¹, retained 81.68% after 10 000 cycles, and achieved visible-light H₂ evolution of 6.03 mmol h⁻¹ g⁻¹ (24.13 mmol g⁻¹ cumulative).
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Nickel and chlorine dual doping of Bi2WO6 for efficient photocatalytic degradation of RhB

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00177G, Paper

Xiurong Tang, Yingzi Wang, Jizheng Yan, Yuanna Zhu, Ruixia Shi, Jia Li
Ni/Cl co-doped Bi₂WO₆ (NCB) have higher hole mobility, more oxygen vacancies, enhanced light absorption, and a reduced band gap. The rate constant k of NCB-2 is 2.27 times that of Bi₂WO₆, and ·O²⁻ plays a significant role in the degradation process.
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Subtle symmetry breaking in averievite-related compounds, (MX)Cu5O2(VO4)2 (MX = CsBr, CsI, RbBr, RbI and KI)

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5CE00495K, Paper

Ilya V. Kornyakov, Olga G. Bubnova, Alexey A. Kalinichev, Marina V. Likholetova, Sergey V. Krivovichev
A chemical-pressure-driven phase transition accompanied by pseudotranslational symmetry is discovered in averievite-related copper vanadates. Small atomic displacements hinder an unambiguous choice between polar and nonpolar space groups.
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Experimental evidence of Kondo effect induced by oxygen-vacancy in IrO2 crystals

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00358C, Paper

Lin Cao, Hao-Min Lu, Qi-Xun Wen, Pei-Qun Ma, Xu Zhang, Jing-Ru Chang, Cheng- Hao Yin, Ye-Cheng Luo, Yang-Yang Lv, Ranran Zhang, Shu Hua Yao, Jian Zhou, Shiyan Li, Yanbin Chen
The study of well-known electrocatalyst iridium dioxide (IrO2) has been renewed recently because of its interesting topological properties and orbital two channels Kondo effects. To solidly build up the orbital...
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Copper(I) iodide complexes based on [Cu5I7]2− units and cationic organic ligands for X-ray scintillation and imaging

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00336B, Paper

Qian Wu, Zhen-Zhong Lu, Rui Zhang
Two copper(I) iodide complexes based on [Cu₅I₇]²⁻ units and triethylenediamine-derived cationic ligands are reported. Complex 1 with a μ₅-iodide shows a light yield of 19 010 photons per MeV and 8 lp mm⁻¹ spatial resolution in X-ray imaging.
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Salt-dependent switching of crystal packing in cucurbituril–antidepressant crystals

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00242K, Communication

Natasza Jakubik, Ewelina Zaorska, Maura Malinska
Across the CB[8]–imipramine and CB[6]–amitriptyline systems, KI or ZnCl₂ salt additives redirect packing topology, crystal stoichiometry, and channel architecture while preserving the CB[n]–guest–CB[n] recognition motif.
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Flexible scintillation films based on Ni Co-doped LiLuF4:Tb for high-resolution X-ray and thermoluminescence dual-mode imaging

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00091F, Paper

Jicong Lin, Yushu Dai, Jintao Xu, Mengjie Xu, Xieming Xu, Hao Lu, Shaofan Wu, Shuaihua Wang
Ni²⁺ co-doped LiLuF₄:Tb microcrystals achieve synergistic enhancement of radioluminescence and thermoluminescence. Composite films based on LiLuF₄:Tb,Ni microcrystals enable high-resolution X-ray and thermoluminescence dual-mode imaging applications.
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Brittle or plastic? Revisiting the mechanical behavior of benzoic acid crystals

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00164E, Paper

Deepak Rajput, Sameer V. Dalvi
The single crystals of benzoic acid exhibit 1D plastic bending along (001) due to the formation of a low-energy slip plane through weak edge-to-edge aromatic interactions.
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Investigation on local structures of Si–Cr-based solvents via ab initio molecular dynamics

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00089D, Paper

Guangda Chen, Zhongnan Guo, Wenlong Wu, Zihai Li, Peirou Ji, Lishi Chen, Yunfan Yang, Da Sheng, Hui Li, Wenxia Yuan
The local structures of Si–Cr-based solvents were investigated by the AIMD method, and it reveals that the C–C bonds formed by solute C atoms in the Si–Cr solvent are broken upon the addition of Ce/Al, thereby accelerating the C diffusion.
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Energy band engineering in CsXBr3(X = Ge, Sn)/Janus MoSSe heterojunctions for photovoltaic applications

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3353-3363
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00178E, Paper

Yixiao Gu, Chao Xie, Lang Yang, Han Tan, Yunkai Wu, Xu Wang
Perovskite-based materials enable the stacking of different components through van der Waals (vdW) interactions, offering unprecedented flexibility in designing functional materials.
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Single-crystals of B ← N based covalent organic polymers with dual photosensitive motifs for photocatalytic dye degradation

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3293-3297
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00276E, Communication

Xinpeng He, Linkuo Li, Qichun Zhang
Under light, a single-crystalline COP (CityU-69) with B ← N bonds and dual photosensitive motifs efficiently degrades MB and MO via synergistic h⁺, ·OH, and ·O₂⁻ action.
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Effect of different defect dipoles on the polarization mechanism of Nb-doped SrTiO3 single crystals

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3342-3352
DOI: 10.1039/D5CE01210D, Paper

Lei Wang, Jiapeng Wang, Yilin Wu, Jianyi Ma, Jinsheng Li, Xiaoguo Bi, Xudong Sun, Weiping Lu
Oxygen-vacancy defect dipoles in Nb-doped SrTiO₃ trap free electrons, tuned by doping and annealing. Oxygen-annealed SrNb_0.5%Ti_99.5%O₃ forms more dipoles, achieving ε_r = 63 217 and tan δ = 0.0208 at 1 kHz. This guides high-performance SrTiO₃ dielectrics.
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Formation of “hair” inclusions and growth optimization for large aperture KDP crystals based on the numerical simulation method

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3331-3341
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00144K, Paper

Jianyu Bai, Shumo Zhou, Baoan Liu, Mingxia Xu, Jianfeng Zhang, Lisong Zhang, Hongkai Ren, Shenglai Wang, Xinguang Xu, Xun Sun
A self-consistent flow–heat–mass transfer model shows that rotation-induced vortices create local low-supersaturation regions, promoting mother-liquor entrapment and a plausible pathway for “hair” inclusion formation in large-aperture KDP crystals.
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Crystal-facet anisotropy dictates the alkali dissolution behavior of struvite

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3321-3330
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00181E, Paper

Yu Wei, Pengping Li, Zhihong Fan, Xinxing Zhang, Mingfeng Zhong, Pingan Liu, Zhijie Zhang
The long-term durability of magnesium phosphate cement (MPC), particularly in repair applications, is critically limited by the chemical stability of its primary hydration product, struvite (MgNH₄PO₄·6H₂O), in alkaline environments.
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Directionality in cation–anion interactions involving chalconium cations

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3396-3404
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00102E, Paper

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Mariusz Michalczyk, Steve Scheiner, Wiktor Zierkiewicz
Numerous examples of the linear connection between chalconium cation and anionic ligands have been spotted in CSD. Unlike typical ionic bonds, these strong interactions between ions exhibit directionality.
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Complete structural and electronic comparison of chiral and racemic ketohexoses: hydrogen-bond network topology and interaction strength distribution

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3387-3395
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00205F, Paper

Tomoko Takashita, Ryunosuke Takata, Mizuki Aoe, Kei Takeshita, Tomohiko Ishii
The complete chiral–racemic ketohexose series reveals that deviations from Wallach's rule arise from cooperative coupling between hydrogen-bond topology and electronic interaction hierarchy.
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Solvent-free modafinil acid cocrystallization through a green melt-based approach

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3375-3386
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00119J, Paper

Timothy Joseph Hutagaol, Jianmin Zhou, Ziyi Liu, Zhenguo Gao, Junbo Gong
Solvent-free synthesis of a modafinil acid–isonicotinamide cocrystal via a melt-based route that shows a 4-fold solubility increase in water and 1.5-fold in phosphate buffer, offering a green, efficient paradigm for cocrystal development.
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Microwave-assisted rapid synthesis of ultralong hydroxyapatite nanowires using glycerophosphate and their ordered assembly into flexible macroscopic fibers

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3305-3320
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00214E, Paper

Si-Yi Li, Yu Zhang, Ying-Jie Zhu, Han-Ping Yu
A calcium oleate precursor microwave-assisted hydrothermal method is reported for rapid synthesis of ultralong hydroxyapatite nanowires using β-glycerophosphate, and they can assemble into macroscopic fibers with superior mineralization capability.
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Effect of Dy3+ ion clusters in CaF2: Dy3+ crystals on yellow and mid-infrared laser characteristics

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3364-3374
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00206D, Paper

Longxing Zheng, Yixiang Huang, Zhaojie Zhu, Yizhi Huang, Chaoyang Tu, G. Lakshminarayana, Yan Wang
CaF₂ single crystals doped with Dy³⁺ in different concentrations (1–8 at%) were grown by the Bridgman method.
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Ligand modification on organotin-oxo clusters for enhanced third-order nonlinear optical response

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3298-3304
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00120C, Paper

Yang-Hong Liu, Hao Li, Hui-Ru Lou, Er-Xia Chen, Jin-Xia Yang, Qipu Lin
Elucidating the influence of intermolecular weak interactions on third-order nonlinear optical (TONLO) responses remains a significant challenge in materials science.
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From conformational lability to conformational control in short-peptide crystals

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3284-3292
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00117C, Highlight

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Joanna Bojarska, Martin Breza, Sepideh Jafari, Wojciech M. Wolf
Conformational lability in short peptides can, under defined conditions, be translated into reproducible conformational control in crystal structures.
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Successive cation and anion exchange strategy towards hierarchical Ni-Co sulfide arrays for high-performance hybrid supercapacitors

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00368K, Paper

Nieyou Lin, Chenghao Huang, Xiaochuan Ren, Chuankun Zhang, Hai-Chao Chen
The specific energy of hybrid supercapacitors (HSCs) is mainly limited by the low specific capacity and poor rate performance of the battery electrode. Herein, a series of Ni-Co sulfides with...
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Weak interactions in metallo-supramolecular grid crystals: an analysis of their effects

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00269B, Paper

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Jack Harrowfield, Juan Ramirez, Adrian-Mihail Stadler
Interaction of metallo-supramolecular grids with anionic and neutral species was investigated through Hirshfeld surface analysis.
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Solvent-induced structural and optical transformations in a hybrid copper phosphate framework

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00295A, Paper

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Isis P. Carmona-Sepúlveda, Adelaide R. Kerenick, Julie L. Fenton
Hydration, dehydration, and methanol uptake switch a hybrid Cu(I) phosphate framework between three crystalline phases and three colors, linking solvent-driven structural change directly to optical response.
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The effect of vortex suppression on the large-scale epitaxial growth of unidirectional MoS2

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00326E, Paper

Zhaofang Cheng, Kelun Deng, Lina Chen, Shijun Duan, Shaodan He, Xudong Zhang, Zipeng Wu, Minggang Xia
Suppressing vortex flow via an open-ended boat enables uniform precursor delivery, yielding highly aligned quasi-single-crystalline monolayer MoS₂ on 1.5-inch sapphire.
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High-contrast switching of dielectric properties via a reversible isomerization phase transition in 1H-2,4-diamino-6-phenyl-1,3,5-triazine perchlorate

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00241B, Paper

Ping-Yuan Zhang, Jia Song, Su-Jing Zhang, Guang-Ying Zhang, Xiang-Yu Shi, Ze-Feng Yang, Zheng-Hui Hu, Ji-Xing Gao
1H-2,4-Diamino-6-phenyl-1,3,5-triazine perchlorate is a molecular crystal undergoing a 248 K phase transition with dielectric switching, suitable for switching applications.
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Influence of point defects on the optical properties of La3Nb0.5Ga5.5O14 crystals

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00090H, Paper

Jindong Chen, Hongxu Gu, Shusen Yang, Ning Ye, Kui Wu, Dazhi Lu
By combining experiments and calculations, we propose the defect formation mechanism of La₃Nb_0.5Ga_5.5O₁₄ (LGN) crystals governed by the competitive evaporation of Ga₂O and O₂.
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Novel high-concentration Eu3+-doped CaLaNbWO8 red phosphors with high brightness for w-LEDs and temperature sensing applications

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00055J, Paper

Daiman Zhu, Heyan Zhang, Kai Li, Yongli Li
High-content Eu³⁺-doped CaLaNbWO₈ red phosphors have been synthesized and have potential in w-LEDs and thermometry.
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A novel naproxen potassium dihydrate: Single-crystal structure and solid-state characterization of the dihydrate and its anhydrous form with improved dissolution properties

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00184J, Paper

Marina Antonio, Gustavo Terrestre, Sebastian Andres Barolin, Ruben Mariano Maggio
Naproxen (NAP) is a widely used nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug indicated in the treatment of muscle pain, dysmenorrhea, and arthritis. Due to its limited solubility, it is generally administered as the...
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Study on the crystallization of ammonium sulfate in the presence of additives

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00332J, Paper

Peng Zhang, Kunpeng Jia, Shuting Liu, Yanxiao Li, Xiaoxiao Han, Boran Yang, Baozeng Ren
Research into the action mechanism of additives is crucial for the crystallization of ammonium sulfate.
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Charge transport regulation in Cu1.94S–ZnS–Co9S8 heterostructures via band alignment engineering for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00305B, Paper

Weihuang Lin, Ying Yang, Zhaozhe Chen, Si Xiao, Weijia Wang
We demonstrate that the same ZnS/Co₉S₈ interface can switch between a charge-transfer relay and a deep-level trap depending solely on band alignment, dictating photocatalytic H₂ evolution performance.
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Dative and noncovalent tetrel bonding in hemidirected Pb(II) complexes with thiosemicarbazone and hydrazone ligands: significance in crystal packing and computational insights into Pb⋯N/S/O interactions

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00202A, Paper

Suman Adhikari, Sourav Nath, Werner Kaminsky, Sebastian Krajewski, Rahul Shukla, Subhadip Roy
Hemidirected Pb(II) complexes assemble into 1D chains and 3D frameworks via Pb(II)-centered dative (Pb←N) and tetrel bonding (Pb⋯O/S) interactions. Computational studies confirm the synergistic role of these interactions in crystal packing.
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Boosting oxygen evolution activity via Cr-induced electronic and structural modulation in NiFe-LDH nanosheets

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00303F, Paper

Yinfeng Wang, Yuhao Zhou, Xuan Zhao, Yangchun Guo, Zhenhong He, Shufang Ma, Bingshe Xu, Xiaodong Hao
NiFeCr-3, synthesized hydrothermally, exhibits overpotentials of 287 and 331 mV at 50 and 100 mA cm⁻². The enhanced performance is due to Cr doping tailoring atomic defects and optimizing the active-site electronic environment.
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Two- and three-dimensional nickel(II) and copper(II) metal–organic frameworks based on 1H-pyrazole-4-carboxylate

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00199H, Paper

Shin-ichiro Takeshi, Liangcheng Lyu, Akane Hase, Nagito Haga, Rina Takano, Takayuki Ishida, Tamizo Kogane
2D polymers, [M(pzca)₂(Hpz)₂]_n (M = Ni and Cu), and a 3D polymer, [Cu(pzca)₂]_n, were synthesized using 1H-pyrazole-4-carboxylic acid (Hpzca) and pyrazole (Hpz). Omission of the capping Hpz ligand promotes the formation of 3D.
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Numerical investigation of temperature field and thermal stress of β-Ga2O3 crystal by dual heat source coupled laser floating zone method

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00139D, Paper

Yihao Liu, Xiaofang Qi, Wencheng Ma, Yongkuan Xu, Zhanggui Hu
A dual-heat-source coupled laser zone system for growing Ga₂O₃ crystals was proposed, which can effectively reduce the temperature gradient and thermal stress during the crystal growth process.
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Thermochromism and X-ray Detection Capabilities of a Hybrid Double Metal Halide Perovskite (C3H12N2)2AgBiBr8

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00175K, Paper

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Kanika Parashar, Tamanna Pinky, Nobuyuki Yamamoto, G. T. Kasun Kalhara Gunasooriya, Mark D. Smith, Bayram Saparov, S. A. Keishana Navodye
Two-dimensional (2D) layered hybrid double metal halide perovskites have recently gained significant attention as lead-free and environmentally benign alternatives to lead halide perovskites. In this study, we report the photophysical...
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Layered indium–silver-based hybrid perovskite single crystals for high-performance X-ray detection

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3267-3273
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00095A, Paper

Luying Zheng, Binyan Qiu, Xin Huang, Yi Zheng, Min Chen, Xiaoming Jiang, Xieming Xu, Shaofan Wu, Shuaihua Wang
A Dion–Jacobson lead-free perovskite BDA₂AgInBr₈ with high stability enables an X-ray detector with low detection limit (120 nGy_air s⁻¹), fast response (116 ms), and strong radiation hardness (51.2 Gy_air).
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Optimized sample-loading method for SERS detection of crystal violet on Ag/ZnO powder: towards rapid and ultrasensitive detection of water contaminants

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3171-3176
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00104A, Communication

A. C. García-Velasco, L. Zamora-Peredo, M. Bizarro, A. Báez-Rodríguez, J. Hernández-Torres, M. A. Díaz-Solís, T. J. Olivares-Silva
This work demonstrates an optimized sample-loading method that enables SERS crystal violet detection down to 10⁻¹³ M with a total detection time of only 3 min, offering a rapid and practical analytical approach.
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Spiral-stacked crystal assembly leading to intensified iridescence in poly(trimethylene terephthalate)

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3177-3187
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00128A, Paper

Graecia Lugito, Selvaraj Nagarajan, Widyantari Rahmayanti, H. Ni'mah, Siti Nurkhamida, Eamor M. Woo
Spiral-spin assembly with periodic conical banded aggregates is observed in PTT spherulites, exhibiting unique iridescence due to orderly lamellar stacking.
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Stepwise introduction of dipole blades into triptycenes: opening the variety of crystalline molecular packing modes

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3166-3170
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00126B, Communication

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Hikaru Yamamoto, Yoshichika Tsubakihara, Ayana Sato-Tomita, Mingoo Jin
Crystal packing changes upon stepwise introduction of dipole blades.
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Structure and luminescence colour change of an iridium(III) bis-terpyridine complex crystal triggered by water sorption/desorption

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3259-3266
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00194G, Paper

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Yusuke Endo, Mio Kondo, Tomoe Nakamura, Shingo Hattori, Akiko Sekine, Sosuke Kojo, Kazuteru Shinozaki
Luminescence colour changes between yellow and orange in response to H₂O sorption/desorption, accompanied by a drastic structural change between triclinic and orthorhombic crystal systems.
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Diverting metal coordination site in flavin–copper complexes for distinct nanoparticle synthesis

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3225-3231
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00155F, Paper

Dipayan Mondal, Ashutosh Kumar Mishra
Judiciously designed flavin analogues with different metal coordination sites have been used to engender structurally distinct flavin–copper complexes that are then utilized to generate morphologically distinct cuprous oxide nanoparticles.
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Selective crystallization of D-mannitol polymorphs in a water–isopropyl alcohol mixture through a swift cooling process

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3247-3258
DOI: 10.1039/D5CE01169H, Paper

Lavanisadevi Subiramaniyam, Srinivasan Karuppannan
Swift cooling crystallization employing a water–isopropanol 1 : 1 (v/v) solvent mixture provides precise kinetic control over D-mannitol polymorphs, enabling the selective and reproducible isolation of desired metastable polymorphs.
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Carbamoyl azide–drug conjugates as supramolecular gelators: design, synthesis, crystal structures and anti-melanoma property

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3210-3224
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00129G, Paper

Manoj Kumar Baskey, Subhajit Ghosh, Sabir Ahmed, Parthasarathi Dastidar
Crystal engineering inspired design of supramolecular gels from carbamoyl azide–NSAID conjugates as anti-melanoma topical gel.
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Effect of substrate rotation and offset on film thickness uniformity in concave-target magnetron sputtering

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3241-3246
DOI: 10.1039/D5CE01219H, Paper

Jiachen Dong, Baozhang Zhao, Fan Sheng, Pei Li, Li Zhang, Wei Zou, Mei Wang, Zhengwang Cheng
The synergistic effect of substrate rotation and target–substrate offset were investigated and designed to further improve the thickness uniformity of the magnetron-sputtered films with a concave target applied.
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Coordination pyramid inversion, angular cluster core and homochiral single-stranded helix formation in polynuclear Mn(II) assemblies supported by a bicompartmental salen-type ligand based on an o-xylylenediamine platform

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3232-3240
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00172F, Paper

Ilia D. Shutilov, Pavel A. Volodin, Lyubov V. Frantsuzova, Aidar T. Gubaidullin, Alexander S. Ovsyannikov, Svetlana E. Solovieva, Igor S. Antipin
New {Mn^II₂} clusters demonstrate Mn^II–N₂O₂Cl coordination pyramid inversion and homochiral helix formation, while the {Mn^II₃} counterpart displays the generation of an asymmetric angular cluster core.
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The host potential of N,N′-bis(9-(4-methoxyphenyl)-9H-xanthen-9-yl)ethane-1,2-diamine for xylene and ethylbenzene isomers, and its selectivity behaviour in mixed guest solutions

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3188-3199
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00160B, Paper

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Benita Barton, Muhammad-Ameen Adam, Eric C. Hosten
Least preferred guest, p-xylene, occupied bidirectional channels in its complex with N,N′-bis(9-(4-methoxyphenyl)-9H-xanthen-9-yl)ethane-1,2-diamine, while more favoured o- and m-xylene were located in unidirectional channels.
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Experimental measurements and density functional theory analysis of a novel Mannich base: structural and nonlinear optical perspectives

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3200-3209
DOI: 10.1039/D5CE01064K, Paper

A. Dennis Raj, M. Jeeva, R. Purusothaman, I. Vetha Potheher
The Mannich derivative 1-(phenyl(pyrrolidin-1-yl)methyl)naphthalen-2-ol (PPM) was synthesized and crystallized for the first time by slow evaporation under ambient conditions. Compared to KDP and urea crystals, PPM shows superior SHG efficiency.
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Understanding of mirabegron edisylate hydrate conversion and solvate characterisation

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5CE00592B, Paper

Cristina M. Balogh, Boe M. Claybourn, Mateusz B. Pitak, Thierry Bonnaud
Understanding polymorphic salts is essential for drug development. With additional insight into hydrates dehydration mechanism, the polymorphic landscape of a mirabegron salt is presented.
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Microscopic structure, thermophysical properties and crystal-growth simulations of Er:YAG melts

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00188B, Paper

Jing Yang, Yuxi Gao, Qingli Zhang, Mingliang Yang, Yi He, Ruixian Wang, Renqin Dou, Guihui Sun, Qi Zhang
MD simulations and aerodynamic levitation reveal Er:YAG melt properties. Integrating atomic-scale findings into macroscopic growth simulations highlights the necessity of accurate thermophysical data for optimizing crystal growth processes.
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Synergistic electronic interaction in RhCo catalyst regulated by vanadium–molybdenum oxide for enhanced alkaline hydrogen evolution

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00210B, Paper

Yue Wang, Tianzhe Wu, Xinxin Jin, Wei Deng, Wenqian Zhang, Xin Lin, Zexu Hao, Lin Cao, Fei Jiang
Developing high-efficiency electrocatalysts for the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) is critical for sustainable hydrogen energy.
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Ternary metal–organic framework of FeCoZn-ZIF as an efficient electrocatalyst for the oxygen evolution reaction

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00248J, Paper

Yan E, Heng Li, Hu Fan, Mingkun Du, Ke Sun, Yuxuan Li, Shuo Dong, Yijie Liu, Yi Liu, Xuelin Dong, Xianxu Chu
Ternary metal–organic framework of FeCoZn-ZIF as an efficient electrocatalyst for the oxygen evolution reaction.
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Multi-stimuli chromic responses (light/electro/amino-) in Zn/Cd-extended viologen materials toward information encryption

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00124F, Paper

Chen-Ran Zhang, Ming Xiao, Qun-Shan Ding, Lin-Ke Li, Xue-Li Zhao, Shuang-Quan Zang
An extended viologen ligand H₂L·2Cl was used to construct a 2D W-shaped framework (1) and a 1D chain polymer (2). Both complexes exhibited chromic responses to light, electricity, and amine vapors, demonstrating potential for information encryption.
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A Novel Defect-Selective Etching Method for β-Ga₂O₃ Single Crystals Based on Hydrofluoric Acid

CrystEngComm, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00334F, Paper

Fanyi Yin, Jiaxiang He, Yuchao Yan, Xinyu Yan, Defan Wu, J Jin, Ning Xia, Hui Zhang, Deren Yang
Wet chemical etching is widely applied in wide-bandgap semiconductors such as β-Ga₂O₃ due to its high efficiency, simplicity, and low cost. It can reveal surface defects via differential etching rates...
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Electron diffraction and crystal engineering of Pigment Red 5, C30H31ClN4O7S

CrystEngComm, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00140H, Paper

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Sylvia Reibeling, Tatiana E. Gorelik, Eiken Haussühl, Nick Liebisch, Martin U. Piepenbring
The crystal structure of industrial Pigment Red 5, determined by electron diffraction, revealed an unprecedented, unfavourable void. This void was filled using crystal modelling and synthesis of the corresponding solid solutions.
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2D Stranski–Krastanov growth of planar AuAg nano-dendrimers for enhanced visible-light plasmonic catalysis

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3134-3143
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00228E, Paper

Qiuxiang Sun, Xiangyu Tong, Xusheng Chen, Zhaoqiang Wang, Xiaohu Wu, Yanyun Ma, Yiqun Zheng
Plasmonic AuAg nano-dendrimers act as efficient visible-light photocatalysts due to their unique branched morphology, which generates hot electrons for plasmon-enhanced reduction of p-nitrophenol.
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Second-harmonic generation responses in low-dimensional metal bromides functionalized with L-arginine

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3041-3045
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00227G, Communication

Juan Cheng, Yingjie Wang, Qinglan Zhong, Ziyu Zhou, Hongmei Zeng, Guohong Zou, Zhien Lin
Three new organic–inorganic hybrid metal bromides with different structures and nonlinear optical activities have been prepared under the structure-directing effect of L-arginine.
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Bridgman-grown SbSnSe3 crystal: exploring its potential for thermoelectric and photosensitive applications

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3099-3116
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00057F, Paper

Kruti Bhupendrakumar Soni, Zubin R. Parekh, Sandip V. Bhatt, Swati J. Pandya, S. H. Chaki, M. P. Deshpande
The layered SbSnSe₃ crystal exhibits pronounced anisotropic photoresponse under low-bias illumination, showing enhanced responsivity along the perpendicular direction compared to parallel orientation.
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Post-synthetic sulfonation of MIL-101(Cr) enabling high-performance fructose conversion to 5-HMF

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3089-3098
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00078A, Paper

Maryam Ghahremani, Majid Masteri-Farahani, Saeideh-Sadat Mortazavi
The design of structurally resilient and catalytically efficient solid acid materials remains a central challenge in biomass valorization.
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Study on the preparation of Mn2V2O7 microstructure with enhanced electrochemical lithium storage performance

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3056-3063
DOI: 10.1039/D5CE01218J, Paper

Mengwen Hu, Piyu Gong, Jumiao Shi, Shuo Tao, Haibo Li, Suyuan Zeng, Lei Wang
In this work, Mn₂V₂O₇ samples were prepared and utilized as anodes for electrochemical lithium storage. The synergistic effect between Mn and V improves the electrochemical activity, the pseudocapacitive effect enhances the lithium storage capacity.
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Investigating the synergistic strengthening in additively manufactured CuCrZr alloys: an in situ study of heterogeneous microstructure deformation and CPFEM analysis

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3144-3156
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00024J, Paper

Dongxu Han, Haijun Pan, Zhan Huang, Guili Xu, Songwei Wang, Guangyu Li
LPBF-fabricated CuCrZr with a bimodal structure achieves enhanced strength through hetero-deformation induced hardening. CPFEM and in situ tests show that GND accumulation at soft–hard interfaces provides significant back-stress strengthening.
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The effect of n-butanol on regulating the solubility–temperature characteristics for the growth of high-quality CsPbBr3 single crystals

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3125-3133
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00074F, Paper

Jianing Hu, Fangxiong Tang, Yan Zhu, Yuzhe Zhang, Huaxing Gou, Haoyan Ye, Siyu Han, Hengyong Bu, Run Xu
n-Butanol regulates the solubility–temperature behavior of CsPbBr₃ to grow high-quality single crystals for radiation detection.
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Two-dimensional Ni-BPDC MOF-nanosheet-supported low-Pt catalyst for high-performance hydrogen evolution

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3117-3124
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00073H, Paper

Xuliang Zhang, Haozhe Shen, Wen Zhang, Shuang Ma, Gang Tian, Jiangwei Zhao, Tolkyn S. Baizhumanova, Svetlana A. Tungatarova, Xiangqian Li, Heng Zhang
Faced with a global energy crisis and environmental pollution caused by excessive fossil fuel consumption, the electrolytic decomposition of water presents a highly viable method for generating hydrogen.
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GQD-assisted MnO6 octahedra engineering in CuMnO2 for high-performance coin-cell supercapacitors

CrystEngComm, 2026, 28,3074-3088
DOI: 10.1039/D6CE00061D, Paper

Raushan Kabir, Sudipta Goswami, Dipten Bhattacharya, Saikat Kumar Seth, Chandan Kumar Ghosh
The growing demand for sustainable energy solutions has accelerated research on advanced supercapacitive electrode materials.
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