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RSC Advances Outstanding Student Paper Awards 2021

In 2021, RSC Advances launched an award series to recognise the hard work of students. These awards recognise outstanding work published in the journal, for which a substantial component of the research was conducted by a student.

Graphical abstract: RSC Advances Outstanding Student Paper Awards 2021
From the themed collection: 2021 Outstanding Student Paper Awards
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Conversion of N-acyl amidines to amidoximes: a convenient synthetic approach to molnupiravir (EIDD-2801) from ribose

A method for the preparation of molnupiravir (EIDD-2801) via regioselective conversion of an N-acyl-nucleoside intermediate, generated through stereoselective glycosylation of protected ribose and N4-acetyl cytosine, to an amidoxime.

Graphical abstract: Conversion of N-acyl amidines to amidoximes: a convenient synthetic approach to molnupiravir (EIDD-2801) from ribose
From the themed collection: 2021 Outstanding Student Paper Awards
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Evaluation of P-bridged biaryl phosphine ligands in palladium-catalysed Suzuki–Miyaura cross-coupling reactions

Efficient palladium catalyst systems consisting of bench-stable biaryl phosphacycles and Pd(OAc)2 are described for Suzuki–Miyaura cross-coupling reactions of a diverse array of aryl halides and arylboronic acids.

Graphical abstract: Evaluation of P-bridged biaryl phosphine ligands in palladium-catalysed Suzuki–Miyaura cross-coupling reactions
From the themed collection: Young African Researchers
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A “one pot” mass spectrometry technique for characterizing solution- and gas-phase photochemical reactions by electrospray mass spectrometry

The solution and gas-phase dissociative photochemistry of two ruthenium half-sandwich complexes are analysed with electrospray ionisation mass spectrometry in a novel instrument.

Graphical abstract: A “one pot” mass spectrometry technique for characterizing solution- and gas-phase photochemical reactions by electrospray mass spectrometry
From the themed collection: 2021 Outstanding Student Paper Awards
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Modelling drug adsorption in metal–organic frameworks: the role of solvent

Solvent plays a key role in drug loading in metal–organic frameworks.

Graphical abstract: Modelling drug adsorption in metal–organic frameworks: the role of solvent
From the themed collection: 2021 Outstanding Student Paper Awards
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Supramolecular self-associating amphiphiles (SSAs) as nanoscale enhancers of cisplatin anticancer activity

Herein we show the potential SSA technology towards the development of synergistic next-generation anticancer treatments.

Graphical abstract: Supramolecular self-associating amphiphiles (SSAs) as nanoscale enhancers of cisplatin anticancer activity
From the themed collection: 2021 Outstanding Student Paper Awards
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Efficient removal of heavy metals from polluted water with high selectivity for Hg(II) and Pb(II) by a 2-imino-4-thiobiuret chemically modified MIL-125 metal–organic framework

A highly porous adsorbent based on a metal–organic framework was successfully designed and applied as an innovative adsorbent in the solid phase for the heavy metal removal.

Graphical abstract: Efficient removal of heavy metals from polluted water with high selectivity for Hg(ii) and Pb(ii) by a 2-imino-4-thiobiuret chemically modified MIL-125 metal–organic framework
From the themed collection: 2021 Outstanding Student Paper Awards
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Promotion effects of flavonoids on browning induced by enzymatic oxidation of tyrosinase: structure–activity relationship

Browning promotion by the enzymatic oxidation of flavonoids and ʟ-dopa.

Graphical abstract: Promotion effects of flavonoids on browning induced by enzymatic oxidation of tyrosinase: structure–activity relationship
From the themed collection: 2021 Outstanding Student Paper Awards
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Aqueous-soluble bipyridine cobalt(II/III) complexes act as direct redox mediators in photosystem I-based biophotovoltaic devices

Sustainable energy production is critical for meeting growing worldwide energy demands.

Graphical abstract: Aqueous-soluble bipyridine cobalt(ii/iii) complexes act as direct redox mediators in photosystem I-based biophotovoltaic devices
From the themed collection: 2021 Outstanding Student Paper Awards
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Catalytically active nanosized Pd9Te4 (telluropalladinite) and PdTe (kotulskite) alloys: first precursor-architecture controlled synthesis using palladium complexes of organotellurium compounds as single source precursors

First precursor-architecture controlled synthesis of Pd9Te4 and PdTe nanostructures that have potential applications in Suzuki coupling of 4-chlorobenzaldehyde and catalytic reduction of 4-nitrophenol.

Graphical abstract: Catalytically active nanosized Pd9Te4 (telluropalladinite) and PdTe (kotulskite) alloys: first precursor-architecture controlled synthesis using palladium complexes of organotellurium compounds as single source precursors
From the themed collection: 2021 Outstanding Student Paper Awards
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The enhancement of treatment capacity and the performance of phytoremediation system by fed batch and periodic harvesting

Spirodela polyrhiza FBH system had 150% more treatment capacity, up to 5.2× higher removal in NH3–N, PO43−, TSS and COD.

Graphical abstract: The enhancement of treatment capacity and the performance of phytoremediation system by fed batch and periodic harvesting
From the themed collection: 2021 Outstanding Student Paper Awards
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Designing high energy density flow batteries by tuning active-material thermodynamics

With the cost of renewable energy near parity with fossil fuels, energy storage is paramount. We report a breakthrough on a bioinspired NRFB active-material, with greatly improved solubility, and place it in a predictive theoretical framework.

Graphical abstract: Designing high energy density flow batteries by tuning active-material thermodynamics
From the themed collection: Recent advances in redox-flow batteries
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Enhanced performance of pencil-drawn paper-based electrodes by laser-scribing treatment

This study demonstrates a fast and simple method to fabricate enhanced ePADs using pencil-drawing with a CO2 laser treatment of the carbon surface deposited on paper. The sensor was applied to the detection of furosemide in a synthetic urine sample.

Graphical abstract: Enhanced performance of pencil-drawn paper-based electrodes by laser-scribing treatment
From the themed collection: Emerging Investigators Series
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We are delighted to highlight the winning contributions for the RSC Advances Outstanding Student Paper awards 2021. These awards recognise outstanding work published in the journal across our 12 subject categories, for which a substantial component of the research was conducted by a student. Winning papers were selected by the Editorial Board and our Associate Editors.

To nominate a research paper published in the journal for the 2022 awards, please contact the Editorial office.


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