Themed collection 1D/2D materials for energy, medicine, and devices

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Editorial

Introduction to 1D/2D materials for energy, medicine and devices

Guest editors Yu Chen, Gemma-Louise Davies, Anders Hagfeldt and Nicholas Kotov introduce this cross-journal themed collection on 1D/2D materials for energy, medicine and devices.

Graphical abstract: Introduction to 1D/2D materials for energy, medicine and devices
Perspective

2D transition metal-based phospho-chalcogenides and their applications in photocatalytic and electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reactions

Band gap tunability and good electronic conductivity makes 2D MPX3 systems as potential candidates for photocatalytic and electrocatalytic HER. The generation of heterojunction between 2D MPX3 with other HER active materials further enhances the MPX3 activity and stability.

Graphical abstract: 2D transition metal-based phospho-chalcogenides and their applications in photocatalytic and electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reactions
Review Article

Critical role of 1D materials in realizing efficient and stable perovskite solar cells

Illustration of the position and functions of 1D materials in PSCs.

Graphical abstract: Critical role of 1D materials in realizing efficient and stable perovskite solar cells
Review Article

Recent progress in functional two-dimensional photovoltaic photodetectors and related emerging applications

The photovoltaic effect can directly harvest solar energy by converting optical signals into current without external bias, and thus is a practical and sustainable approach for low-power, high-linearity, and gate-switchable optoelectronic devices.

Graphical abstract: Recent progress in functional two-dimensional photovoltaic photodetectors and related emerging applications
Review Article

Recent developments in carbon dots: a biomedical application perspective

Recently, newly developed carbon-based nanomaterials known as carbon dots (CDs) have generated significant interest in nanomedicine.

Graphical abstract: Recent developments in carbon dots: a biomedical application perspective
Review Article

One-dimensional III-nitrides: towards ultrahigh efficiency, ultrahigh stability artificial photosynthesis

This review describes the recent developments of one-dimensional III-nitride semiconductors and the design strategies for efficient and stable artificial photosynthesis of water splitting and carbon dioxide reduction.

Graphical abstract: One-dimensional III-nitrides: towards ultrahigh efficiency, ultrahigh stability artificial photosynthesis
Communication

Unifying CO2-to-fuel and biomass valorization over a metal-free 2D carbon nitride-fullerene heterostructure: a solar-driven chemical circular economy

Metal-free biomass alcohol oxidation in synergy with CO fuel production.

Graphical abstract: Unifying CO2-to-fuel and biomass valorization over a metal-free 2D carbon nitride-fullerene heterostructure: a solar-driven chemical circular economy
Communication

Dual metal site-mediated efficient C–N coupling toward electrochemical urea synthesis

The dual metal sites of Co and Mo in a CoPc–MoS2 system mediate CO2 and N2 activation and result in a C–N coupling reaction to produce urea via an electrocatalytic pathway.

Graphical abstract: Dual metal site-mediated efficient C–N coupling toward electrochemical urea synthesis
Communication

Direct 129Xe-NMR spectroscopy evidence of a mesogenic dendrimer with free void space

A mesogenic dendrimer with three-fold symmetry was determined, using 129 Xe-NMR spectroscopy, to contain free void space in the columnar or solid state.

Graphical abstract: Direct 129Xe-NMR spectroscopy evidence of a mesogenic dendrimer with free void space
Communication

Degradation of phenolic compounds in wastewater using a conical-shaped packed-bed microbial fuel cell in continuous flow with recycling

A packed-bed SCMFC is used to demonstrate the positive effects of recycling in continuous mode on the degradation of a phenolic compound in wastewater.

Graphical abstract: Degradation of phenolic compounds in wastewater using a conical-shaped packed-bed microbial fuel cell in continuous flow with recycling
Open Access Paper

Conjugated microporous polymer frameworks for sustainable energy materials – elucidating the influence of solvents on the porosity properties for future design principles

Here, we use atomic simulations to rationalise why using high polarity solvents to synthesise conjugated microporous polymers gives a high ratio of micro- to mesoporosity, and using low polarity solvents gives a lower ratio of micro- to mesoporosity.

Graphical abstract: Conjugated microporous polymer frameworks for sustainable energy materials – elucidating the influence of solvents on the porosity properties for future design principles
Open Access Paper

Adsorption of immunomodulatory proteins over silica nanoparticles and the in vitro effect

Silica NPs (SiNPs) used as a platform to deliver molecules have huge potential for biomedical applications.

Graphical abstract: Adsorption of immunomodulatory proteins over silica nanoparticles and the in vitro effect
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A para-azaquinodimethane integrated quinoidal conjugated microporous polymer

Quinoidal compounds own unique properties that make them a promising platform for optoelectronic applications.

Graphical abstract: A para-azaquinodimethane integrated quinoidal conjugated microporous polymer
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Molecular metal oxide cluster-soldered interpenetrating polymer network “hosts” carbon nanotube “guest” for green millimeter wave absorption

Copper-based Keggin-type polyoxometalate-soldered IPN-CNT construct has been designed through host–guest electrostatic assembly between counter-charged CNTs and Cu-POM-soldered charge-triggered IPN for enhanced millimeter wave absorption in X-band.

Graphical abstract: Molecular metal oxide cluster-soldered interpenetrating polymer network “hosts” carbon nanotube “guest” for green millimeter wave absorption
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Ultralarge suspended and perforated graphene membranes for cell culture applications

This paper presents the successful development of ultrathin (atomic thickness), large-scale (up to millimeter size) and microporous suspended graphene and verifies its promising potential as membrane for cell culture models.

Graphical abstract: Ultralarge suspended and perforated graphene membranes for cell culture applications
Open Access Paper

Structural organic battery cathodes comprised of organic redox active polymers, reduced graphene oxide, and aramid nanofibers

A fast-charging structural cathode comprised of a redox-active polymer PTMA–GMA coated on a rGO/BANF platform that exhibits an excellent specific power (∼4310 W kg−1 at 25C-rate) and specific modulus (∼4.33 GPa cm3 g−1).

Graphical abstract: Structural organic battery cathodes comprised of organic redox active polymers, reduced graphene oxide, and aramid nanofibers
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Enhanced hydrogen evolution reaction via photoelectrochemical water splitting utilizing asymmetric MoSSe under a low external magnetic field

The co-existence of superior photocatalytic properties and strong spin–orbit-coupling in two-dimensional polar MoSSe plays a benign role in external magnetic field enhanced photoelectrochemical hydrogen evolution reaction.

Graphical abstract: Enhanced hydrogen evolution reaction via photoelectrochemical water splitting utilizing asymmetric MoSSe under a low external magnetic field
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Exfoliated NbSe2 nanosheet@polypyrrole hybrid nanocomposites as a high performance anode of lithium-ion batteries

Transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDCs), as next-generation two-dimensional materials, have gained considerable attention in energy storage applications through the incorporation of functional materials.

Graphical abstract: Exfoliated NbSe2 nanosheet@polypyrrole hybrid nanocomposites as a high performance anode of lithium-ion batteries
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Pt single atoms dispersed in a hybrid MOFox-in-nanotube structure for efficient and long-term stable photocatalytic H2 generation

Hierarchical structures produced by thermal conversion of MOFs within the anodic TiO2 nanotube layers combine the excellent light harvesting, carrier transport, and Pt SA anchoring to achieve a remarkable photocatalytic H2 evolution performance.

Graphical abstract: Pt single atoms dispersed in a hybrid MOFox-in-nanotube structure for efficient and long-term stable photocatalytic H2 generation
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Boron-rich enhanced ambient CO2 capture and storage of boron–carbon–nitride hybrid nanotubes

Increasing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions as the most challenging greenhouse gas is considered as a major cause of global warming and ocean acidification.

Graphical abstract: Boron-rich enhanced ambient CO2 capture and storage of boron–carbon–nitride hybrid nanotubes
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Unique Pd/PdO–In2O3 heterostructures for the highly efficient detection of triethylamine

Rational design of Pd/PdO–In2O3 heterojunction effectively enhanced the comprehensive triethylamine sensing performance.

Graphical abstract: Unique Pd/PdO–In2O3 heterostructures for the highly efficient detection of triethylamine
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Elucidating the oxygen reduction reaction kinetics on defect engineered nanocarbon electrocatalyst: interplay between the N-dopant and defect sites

For oxygen reduction reaction (ORR), the active sites of a defective N-doped graphene are predicted by a quantum mechanics/machine learning approach; the synthesized catalyst shows exemplary ORR activity that was further confirmed by a DFT study.

Graphical abstract: Elucidating the oxygen reduction reaction kinetics on defect engineered nanocarbon electrocatalyst: interplay between the N-dopant and defect sites
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The structural transformation of metal–organic frameworks towards 2D carbon for a desirable supercapacitor

2D carbon materials with porous structures based on Zn-BTC obtained by a convenient interfacial synthesis were reported. The as-constructed supercapacitors achieved a specific capacitance of 62.5 F g−1 and cycling stability (30 000 cycles).

Graphical abstract: The structural transformation of metal–organic frameworks towards 2D carbon for a desirable supercapacitor
Open Access Paper

3D printed inks of two-dimensional semimetallic MoS2/TiS2 nanosheets for conductive-additive-free symmetric supercapacitors

3D printed electrodes of 1T′/1T MoS2/TiS2 nanosheets without conductive additives have been demonstrated to perform for durable supercapacitors.

Graphical abstract: 3D printed inks of two-dimensional semimetallic MoS2/TiS2 nanosheets for conductive-additive-free symmetric supercapacitors
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Electronic transport and polarization-dependent photoresponse in few-layered hafnium trisulfide (HfS3) nanoribbons

Few-layered HfS3 nanoribbons exhibit n-type conductivity and a large photoresponse to visible light. The photocurrent strongly depends on the polarization direction of the excitation laser due to the highly anisotropic quasi-1D crystal structure of HfS3.

Graphical abstract: Electronic transport and polarization-dependent photoresponse in few-layered hafnium trisulfide (HfS3) nanoribbons
Open Access Paper

Exploiting the interaction between halloysite and charged PNAs for their controlled release

The interaction of PNA molecules with halloysite is a useful strategy to obtain innovative systems to be applied in nanomedicine.

Graphical abstract: Exploiting the interaction between halloysite and charged PNAs for their controlled release
Paper

Nanozyme-based guanidinium peptides mediate surface reactive oxygen species for multidrug resistant bacterial infection management

Nanozymes are effective novel antibacterial agents.

Graphical abstract: Nanozyme-based guanidinium peptides mediate surface reactive oxygen species for multidrug resistant bacterial infection management
Paper

A computational study of the influence of nanoparticle shape on clathrin-mediated endocytosis

Clathrin-mediated endocytosis is shape sensitive for nanoparticles.

Graphical abstract: A computational study of the influence of nanoparticle shape on clathrin-mediated endocytosis
Open Access Paper

Cu-modified electrolyte-gated transistors based on reduced graphene oxide

Electrodeposition of Cu coatings onto the gates of electrolyte-gated transistors based on reduced graphene oxide leads to efficient devices featuring a sensitivity equal to 1–3 mV and able to track emulated action potentials (frequency 0.1 Hz).

Graphical abstract: Cu-modified electrolyte-gated transistors based on reduced graphene oxide
Paper

Nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dot-based portable fluorescent sensors for the sensitive detection of Fe3+ and ATP with logic gate operation

A unique fluorescent biosensor based on N-doped graphene quantum dots has been developed with high selectivity, anti-interference properties, excellent biocompatibility and portability, which can sensitively determine Fe3+ and ATP levels in biological matrices.

Graphical abstract: Nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dot-based portable fluorescent sensors for the sensitive detection of Fe3+ and ATP with logic gate operation
Paper

Long-term cycling stability of a SnS2-based covalent organic nanosheet anode for lithium-ion batteries

A CON are hybridized with layered SnS2 to improve electrical conductivity and structural stability of SnS2 for lithium ion battery systems. Therefore, the hybrid shows outstanding performances over 5600 charge/discharge cycles.

Graphical abstract: Long-term cycling stability of a SnS2-based covalent organic nanosheet anode for lithium-ion batteries
Open Access Paper

Layered double hydroxide/boron nitride nanocomposite membranes for efficient separation and photodegradation of water-soluble dyes

New CuAl–CO3 LDH/BNOx nanocomposite membranes demonstrate excellent dye retention characteristics and superior flow rates, as well as efficient photocatalysis for applications in membrane anti-fouling.

Graphical abstract: Layered double hydroxide/boron nitride nanocomposite membranes for efficient separation and photodegradation of water-soluble dyes
Paper

[W10O32]4−-based POMOFs with different nuclear cobalt clusters for photoreduction of CO2 to produce syngas

A POMOF with [W10O32]4− and mononuclear cobalt clusters as connecting nodes, which can be used as a photocatalyst to reduce low concentrations of CO2 in flue gas to generate syngas.

Graphical abstract: [W10O32]4−-based POMOFs with different nuclear cobalt clusters for photoreduction of CO2 to produce syngas
Paper

Electrokinetic transport properties of deoxynucleotide monophosphates (dNMPs) through α-phase phosphorene carbide nanochannel for electrophoretic detection

Through molecular dynamics simulations, we report that the nanochannel formed by α-PC nanostructure shows high potential for electrokinetic identification of biomolecules.

Graphical abstract: Electrokinetic transport properties of deoxynucleotide monophosphates (dNMPs) through α-phase phosphorene carbide nanochannel for electrophoretic detection
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Prediction of structurally stable two-dimensional AuClO2 with high thermoelectric performance

A new monolayer semiconductor AuClO2 has been predicted and the results demonstrate that AuClO2 features an ultralow lattice thermal conductivity and a high figure of merit zT, supporting its potential application as a 2D thermoelectric material.

Graphical abstract: Prediction of structurally stable two-dimensional AuClO2 with high thermoelectric performance
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Electrolyte-mediated assembly of graphene-based supercapacitors using adsorbed ionic liquid/non-ionic surfactant complexes

Electrolyte mediated assembly of graphene based supercapacitor using adsorbed IL/non ionic surfactant.

Graphical abstract: Electrolyte-mediated assembly of graphene-based supercapacitors using adsorbed ionic liquid/non-ionic surfactant complexes
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Favorable morphology and compositional distribution enable efficient and stable quasi-2D Dion–Jacobson perovskite solar cells

New small molecules MDAN and EDAN are synthesized and found to be different in tuning the morphology of low-dimensional perovskite morphology.

Graphical abstract: Favorable morphology and compositional distribution enable efficient and stable quasi-2D Dion–Jacobson perovskite solar cells
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A conformal van der Waals graphene coating enabled high-performance piezo-ionic sensor for spatial, gesture, and object recognition

Highly electrically conductive (16 ohm sq−1) and conformal van der Waals graphene electrodes were synthesized on piezo-ionic materials. Such electrodes enhanced the piezo-ionic output to 90.3 mV and distinguished soft and hard objects.

Graphical abstract: A conformal van der Waals graphene coating enabled high-performance piezo-ionic sensor for spatial, gesture, and object recognition
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Confinement of MACl guest in 2D ZIF-8 triggers interface and bulk passivation for efficient and UV-stable perovskite solar cells

The MACl@ZIF-8 interlayer plays a bi-functional role in passivating buried interfaces and healing the defects in the bulk phase. As a result, significantly enhanced device performance is obtained with a champion PCE of 22.10%.

Graphical abstract: Confinement of MACl guest in 2D ZIF-8 triggers interface and bulk passivation for efficient and UV-stable perovskite solar cells
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Water-induced dimensionality conversion from 3D perovskites to microwires and 2D hybrid halide perovskites

Morphological and structural conversion from the 3D MAPbBr3 microcube perovskite to microwires and 2D Ruddsdlen–Popper layered structures through a water-assisted recrystallization process.

Graphical abstract: Water-induced dimensionality conversion from 3D perovskites to microwires and 2D hybrid halide perovskites
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Structural modulation of low-valent iron in LDH-derived Ni3Se4 nanosheets: a breakthrough electrocatalyst for the overall water splitting reaction

Here an LDH-derived microporous Fe@Ni3Se4 with enriched redox active Fe2+ ion is reported. The same has acquired 10 mA cm−2 current density with 185 and 33 mV of overpotential value in alkaline condition with high specific activity and durability.

Graphical abstract: Structural modulation of low-valent iron in LDH-derived Ni3Se4 nanosheets: a breakthrough electrocatalyst for the overall water splitting reaction
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In situ FTIR study of 2D-carbon materials for CO2 splitting under non-thermal plasma environment – selective CO production

Carbon dioxide conversion has been considered a promising solution to global warming and as a source of CO.

Graphical abstract: In situ FTIR study of 2D-carbon materials for CO2 splitting under non-thermal plasma environment – selective CO production
Open Access Paper

Holistic functional biomimetics: a key to make an efficient electrocatalyst for water oxidation

The performance of a water-oxidation electrocatalyst is determined by the synergistic effect of an active site structure, e transfer system, and H+ transport system. The holistic functional biomimetic is a promising design strategy.

Graphical abstract: Holistic functional biomimetics: a key to make an efficient electrocatalyst for water oxidation
Open Access Paper

A high-performance “fueled” photodetector based on few-layered 2D ternary chalcogenide NiGa2S4

The activity of “fueled” NiGa2S4/ITO photodetector is described. The presence of ethanol boosts the performances of the photodetector increasing its responsivity and spectral response.

Graphical abstract: A high-performance “fueled” photodetector based on few-layered 2D ternary chalcogenide NiGa2S4
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Molecular interaction modulating Ruddlesden–Popper tin-based perovskite crystallization

An effective method slows down crystallization kinetics via regulating the competition between intra- and intermolecular interactions in Ruddlesden–Popper tin-based perovskites.

Graphical abstract: Molecular interaction modulating Ruddlesden–Popper tin-based perovskite crystallization
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An ultrathin 2D NiCo-LDH nanosheet decorated NH2-UiO-66 MOF-nanocomposite with exceptional chemical stability for electrocatalytic water splitting

Utilization of bifunctional high-efficiency non-precious electrocatalysts for stable and effective water splitting is crucial to the growth of the clean energy industry.

Graphical abstract: An ultrathin 2D NiCo-LDH nanosheet decorated NH2-UiO-66 MOF-nanocomposite with exceptional chemical stability for electrocatalytic water splitting
Paper

Structural control of charge transport in polymer monolayer transistors by a thermodynamically assisted dip-coating strategy

A thermodynamically assisted strategy is developed to precisely control the growth rate of polymer aggregates in solution. The resulting polymer monolayer exhibits improved molecular order and doubled mobility in field-effect transistors.

Graphical abstract: Structural control of charge transport in polymer monolayer transistors by a thermodynamically assisted dip-coating strategy
Open Access Paper

Tuning the 1D–2D dimensionality upon ligand exchange in silver thiolate coordination polymers with photoemission switching

Thiol-ligand exchange to form either 1D luminescent or 2D non-emissive Ag(I)-based coordination polymers.

Graphical abstract: Tuning the 1D–2D dimensionality upon ligand exchange in silver thiolate coordination polymers with photoemission switching
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Biomass-derived two-dimensional N,O-doped carbon with embedded binary-metal nanoparticles enables dendrite-free potassium-metal anodes

The NiCo@NOGC matrix with rich nitrogen and oxygen functional groups can effectively inhibit dendrite growth and serve as an excellent host for the K metal anode.

Graphical abstract: Biomass-derived two-dimensional N,O-doped carbon with embedded binary-metal nanoparticles enables dendrite-free potassium-metal anodes
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Overall water electrolysis on a graphdiyne-iron oxyhydroxide heterostructure

The incomplete charge transfer between graphdiyne and metal atoms at the interface structures endows the catalyst with excellent catalytic activity.

Graphical abstract: Overall water electrolysis on a graphdiyne-iron oxyhydroxide heterostructure
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Impact of organic–inorganic wavefunction delocalization on the electronic and optical properties of one-dimensional hybrid perovskites

This work investigates the impact of electronic couplings between the organic and inorganic components of one-dimensional hybrid perovskites on their ground-state and excited-state electronic properties and optical properties.

Graphical abstract: Impact of organic–inorganic wavefunction delocalization on the electronic and optical properties of one-dimensional hybrid perovskites
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Constructing Ni–Co PBA derived 3D/1D/2D NiO/NiCo2O4/NiMn-LDH hierarchical heterostructures for ultrahigh rate capability in hybrid supercapacitors

Engineering hierarchical heterostructure materials has been recognised as a challenging but prepossessing strategy for developing hybrid supercapacitors.

Graphical abstract: Constructing Ni–Co PBA derived 3D/1D/2D NiO/NiCo2O4/NiMn-LDH hierarchical heterostructures for ultrahigh rate capability in hybrid supercapacitors
Paper

Defect-enrichment in porous interface of ultrathin CuO nanobelts realizes a novel CO2 photoreduction pathway

Defect-enrichment in porous interface of ultrathin CuO nanobelts has been demonstrated in optimizing the formation energy of *CHO intermediates, thus customizing the unique reaction pathway of CO2 photoreduction to the desired CH3OH products.

Graphical abstract: Defect-enrichment in porous interface of ultrathin CuO nanobelts realizes a novel CO2 photoreduction pathway
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Capillary-induced self-crumpled and sulfur-deficient MoS2 nanosheets inhibit polysulfide cycling in lithium–sulfur batteries

Unique c-MoS2 nanosheets with corrugated edges mitigate the suppression of LiPSs and assist to reutilize them to boost the electrochemical kinetics in the Li–S battery.

Graphical abstract: Capillary-induced self-crumpled and sulfur-deficient MoS2 nanosheets inhibit polysulfide cycling in lithium–sulfur batteries
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Alloying promotion of Pd-based metallenes in electrocatalytic hydrogenation of functionalized nitroarenes

Pd–M (M = Cr, Mo, and W) metallenes are for the first time introduced as efficient electrocatalysts for the ECH of nitroarenes, in which the alloying promotion can be intrinsically ascribed to the boosted chemisorption/activation of a nitro group.

Graphical abstract: Alloying promotion of Pd-based metallenes in electrocatalytic hydrogenation of functionalized nitroarenes
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An Ag–Au-PANI core–shell nanowire network for visible-to-infrared data encryption and supercapacitor applications

An Ag–Au-PANI core–shell network is fabricated for dual functions of visible-to-infrared electrochromic supercapacitor and data encryptable display.

Graphical abstract: An Ag–Au-PANI core–shell nanowire network for visible-to-infrared data encryption and supercapacitor applications
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Computing metasurface capable of broad-band switchable anisotropic edge-enhanced imaging

We reported a novel all-optical imaging device based on a designed 2D material (metasurface) for anisotropic 2D edge enhancements. This metasurface can work as a switchable anisotropic edge filter at broadband wavelengths.

Graphical abstract: Computing metasurface capable of broad-band switchable anisotropic edge-enhanced imaging
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Hierarchical flower-like MoS2/reduced graphene oxide nanohybrids supported on nickel foam as a high-performance electrode material for supercapacitor applications

Flower-like MoS2/rGO nanohybrids have been synthesized using one-pot hydrothermal reaction method. The supercapacitor cell exhibited excellent electrochemical performance predominated by surface capacitive processes.

Graphical abstract: Hierarchical flower-like MoS2/reduced graphene oxide nanohybrids supported on nickel foam as a high-performance electrode material for supercapacitor applications
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Light induced diversity-oriented synthesis (DOS) library of annulated indolizine fluorophores for imaging non-lysosomal lipid droplets (LDs)

DASS fluor (a novel annulated indolizines based fluorescent probe): their synthesis via DOS and biological evaluation for non-lysosomal LD detection.

Graphical abstract: Light induced diversity-oriented synthesis (DOS) library of annulated indolizine fluorophores for imaging non-lysosomal lipid droplets (LDs)
Open Access Paper

Green synthesis of ultrathin 2D nanoplatelets, hematene and magnetene, from mineral ores in water, with strong optical limiting performance

Hematene and magnetene nanoplatelets have been produced by liquid phase exfoliation of natural mineral ores, in a water solution of melamine under mild sonication.

Graphical abstract: Green synthesis of ultrathin 2D nanoplatelets, hematene and magnetene, from mineral ores in water, with strong optical limiting performance
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Assembling a high-performance asymmetric supercapacitor based on pseudocapacitive S-doped VSe2/CNT hybrid and 2D borocarbonitride nanosheets

High performance asymmetric supercapacitor assembled using the S-VSe2/CNT positrode and BCN negatrode.

Graphical abstract: Assembling a high-performance asymmetric supercapacitor based on pseudocapacitive S-doped VSe2/CNT hybrid and 2D borocarbonitride nanosheets
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Rational design of a flexible inorganic composite membrane with an interconnected porous structure as a high-performance lithium ion capacitor electrode

The synergistic effect of multiple components (Cu, Cu2O and CuO) in CuxONWs and the high bonding strength between the three materials in a CGA membrane anode markedly improve the capacitance and cycling performance of lithium-ion capacitors.

Graphical abstract: Rational design of a flexible inorganic composite membrane with an interconnected porous structure as a high-performance lithium ion capacitor electrode
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Few-layer MoS2 nanosheets with and without silicon nanoparticles as anodes for lithium-ion batteries

NaCl crystals are employed as a substrate to grow MoS2 nanosheets. On dissolving NaCl, the nanosheets are introduced to silicon nanoparticles using layer-by-layer assembly forming robust MoS2@Si anodes for lithium-ion batteries.

Graphical abstract: Few-layer MoS2 nanosheets with and without silicon nanoparticles as anodes for lithium-ion batteries
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Improving the intrinsic conductivity of δ-MnO2 by indium doping for high-performance neutral aqueous sodium-ion supercapacitors with commercial-level mass-loading

Indium is introduced to δ-MnO2 for the first time. The conductivity of δ-MnO2 can be doubled and a high specific capacity can be achieved at a commercial-level mass loading.

Graphical abstract: Improving the intrinsic conductivity of δ-MnO2 by indium doping for high-performance neutral aqueous sodium-ion supercapacitors with commercial-level mass-loading
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Structural engineering of metal–organic layers toward stable Li–CO2 batteries

A flower-like metal–organic layer with a rich catalytic surface and unique conductive structure was fabricated as an efficient cathodic catalyst for Li–CO2 batteries. The as-developed cells display remarkable cycling stability.

Graphical abstract: Structural engineering of metal–organic layers toward stable Li–CO2 batteries
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About this collection

We are delighted to introduce this themed collection titled: ‘1D/2D materials for energy, medicine and devices’ across Journal of Materials Chemistry A, Journal of Materials Chemistry B and Journal of Materials Chemistry C. The Guest Editors for this collection are Professor Yu Chen (Shanghai University, China),Dr Gemma-Louise Davies (University College London, UK),Professor Anders Hagfeldt (Uppsala University, Sweden), andProfessor Nicholas Kotov (University of Michigan, USA).

One- and two-dimensional materials have become extremely popular in recent years, thanks in part to the unique and fascinating properties of materials such as carbon nanotubes and graphene. Understanding and investigating the chemical, shape and structure-dependent properties of such materials has led to an explosion in research seeking to exploit these species in the fields of energy, medicine, and devices.

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