Themed collection Celebrating International Women’s Day: Women in Materials Science

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Microporous metal–organic frameworks for the purification of propylene

The latest advancement in developing MOF adsorbents for effective separation and purification of propylene from propane is summarized, with a focus on molecular exclusion based separation mechanism and propane-selective adsorption.

Graphical abstract: Microporous metal–organic frameworks for the purification of propylene
From the themed collection: Journal of Materials Chemistry A HOT Papers
Open Access Perspective

Octahedral tilting in Prussian blue analogues

The trends in octahedral tilting in Prussian blue analogues are reviewed as a function of various structural factors. The link between tilting and functionality is discussed.

Graphical abstract: Octahedral tilting in Prussian blue analogues
Open Access Perspective

Perovskite nanocrystals stabilized in metal–organic frameworks for light emission devices

Perovskite nanocrystals embedded in metal–organic frameworks (PeMOF) are a new nanoscale heterostructure for stable photonic sources. This perspective discusses the properties of PeMOF structures and their current progress in photonic devices.

Graphical abstract: Perovskite nanocrystals stabilized in metal–organic frameworks for light emission devices
Perspective

CO2 electrochemical reduction on metal–organic framework catalysts: current status and future directions

The versatility of MOFs is ideal for designing efficient CO2RR electrocatalysts, yet their poor stability and conductivity needs to be improved.

Graphical abstract: CO2 electrochemical reduction on metal–organic framework catalysts: current status and future directions
Open Access Perspective

In situ visualisation and analysis of dynamic single atom processes in heterogeneous catalysts

Heterogeneous chemical reactions catalyzed over solid surfaces at operating temperatures are used to produce a vital part of energy, food, healthcare products, cleaner environments and chemicals.

Graphical abstract: In situ visualisation and analysis of dynamic single atom processes in heterogeneous catalysts
Perspective

The carbon–carbon triple bond as a tool to design organic semiconductors for photovoltaic applications: an assessment of prospects and challenges

This Perspective discusses the developments, opportunities, and challenges in the context of the use of alkyne-based organic semiconductors in photovoltaic devices.

Graphical abstract: The carbon–carbon triple bond as a tool to design organic semiconductors for photovoltaic applications: an assessment of prospects and challenges
From the themed collection: 10th Anniversary: Most popular articles
Minireview

Gels as emerging anti-icing materials: a mini review

This review summarizes the emerging anti-icing gels and corresponding anti-icing mechanisms, and provides a future perspective.

Graphical abstract: Gels as emerging anti-icing materials: a mini review
Review Article

Nanotubes and water-channels from self-assembling dipeptides

Nanotubes and water-filled channels arising from self-assembling dipeptides display interesting physico-chemical and electronic properties that find potential applications spanning from drug delivery and medicine, to bioelectronics and bioimaging.

Graphical abstract: Nanotubes and water-channels from self-assembling dipeptides
Open Access Review Article

A comparative overview of MXenes and metal oxides as cocatalysts in clean energy production through photocatalysis

The performance of metal oxide and MXene cocatalysts for the photocatalytic conversion of H2O, CO2 and N2 over semiconductors are summarised and compared.

Graphical abstract: A comparative overview of MXenes and metal oxides as cocatalysts in clean energy production through photocatalysis
Review Article

Highly selective semiconductor photocatalysis for CO2 reduction

Herein, to provide ideas for the design of highly selective CO2 reduction materials, we introduce each step of the photocatalytic CO2 reduction process and summarize how each step is adjusted to promote the selectivity of CO2 reduction.

Graphical abstract: Highly selective semiconductor photocatalysis for CO2 reduction
Open Access Review Article

Molecularly imprinted polymers in diagnostics: accessing analytes in biofluids

Bio-applied molecularly imprinted polymers (MIPs) are biomimetic materials with tailor-made synthetic recognition sites, mimicking biological counterparts known for their sensitive and selective analyte detection.

Graphical abstract: Molecularly imprinted polymers in diagnostics: accessing analytes in biofluids
Review Article

Advances in 4D printing of liquid crystalline elastomers: materials, techniques, and applications

We review recent advances in 4D printing of LCEs, with emphasis on synthesis and processing methods that enable microscopic changes in the molecular orientation and hence macroscopic changes in the properties of printed objects.

Graphical abstract: Advances in 4D printing of liquid crystalline elastomers: materials, techniques, and applications
Review Article

Recent advances in the design of antimicrobial peptide conjugates

Antimicrobial peptides (AMPs) are ubiquitous host defense peptides characterized by their antibiotic activity and lower propensity for developing resistance compared to classic antibiotics.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in the design of antimicrobial peptide conjugates
Review Article

Recent advances in various applications of nickel cobalt sulfide-based materials

In this review, we focus on the recent applications of Ni–Co–S materials (NCSs) in energy storage devices, electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, sensors and microwave absorption, and highlight the intercommunity of NCSs in different application fields.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in various applications of nickel cobalt sulfide-based materials
Open Access Review Article

Prospects of nano-carbons as emerging catalysts for enzyme-mimetic applications

A strategy of using nano-carbons to mimic the catalytic behaviour of enzymes is put forward.

Graphical abstract: Prospects of nano-carbons as emerging catalysts for enzyme-mimetic applications
Open Access Review Article

TADF: Enabling luminescent copper(I) coordination compounds for light-emitting electrochemical cells

In this review, we illustrate how the field of luminescent copper(I) compounds has developed with a focus on ionic copper(I) complexes and those exhibiting thermally-activated delayed fluorescence (TADF).

Graphical abstract: TADF: Enabling luminescent copper(i) coordination compounds for light-emitting electrochemical cells
Open Access Review Article

Iron-catalyzed graphitization for the synthesis of nanostructured graphitic carbons

This review summarizes the field of iron-catalyzed graphitization, which is a simple and flexible route to produce nanostructured graphitic carbons from a wide range of organic precursors.

Graphical abstract: Iron-catalyzed graphitization for the synthesis of nanostructured graphitic carbons
Open Access Review Article

The effect of side chain engineering on conjugated polymers in organic electrochemical transistors for bioelectronic applications

The versatile synthetic side chain toolbox assists in tuning the OECT parameters by controlling material properties of organic mixed conductors. In this review we critically summarise and evaluate various side chains used throughout OECT materials.

Graphical abstract: The effect of side chain engineering on conjugated polymers in organic electrochemical transistors for bioelectronic applications
Review Article

Diketopyrrolopyrrole-based single molecules in photovoltaic technologies

Diketopyrrolopyrroles stand out due to their chemical and optoelectronic properties. Diketopyrrolopyrrole-single molecules applied in organic, dye-sensitized and perovskite solar cells are presented to give clues for future molecular optimizations.

Graphical abstract: Diketopyrrolopyrrole-based single molecules in photovoltaic technologies
Review Article

SARS-CoV-2 and approaches for a testing and diagnostic strategy

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to an unprecedented global health challenge, creating sudden, massive demands for diagnostic testing, treatment, therapies, and vaccines.

Graphical abstract: SARS-CoV-2 and approaches for a testing and diagnostic strategy
Review Article

Metal–organic frameworks for chemical sensing devices

An emerging trend in the application of metal–organic frameworks is to engineer mobile devices to possess chemical detecting capabilities for environmental monitoring, point-of-care testing, artificial intelligence, food security and defence.

Graphical abstract: Metal–organic frameworks for chemical sensing devices
Review Article

Catalytic methods for chemical recycling or upcycling of commercial polymers

A review covering catalytic method development to enable efficient chemical recycling and upcycling of the most abundant commercial polymers.

Graphical abstract: Catalytic methods for chemical recycling or upcycling of commercial polymers
Review Article

Chitosan-based smart hybrid materials: a physico-chemical perspective

An overview of the properties of chitosan-based materials: polyelectrolyte complexes, gels, chitosan-surfactant complexes, smart coatings, organic–inorganic hybrids.

Graphical abstract: Chitosan-based smart hybrid materials: a physico-chemical perspective
Open Access Communication

Ultra-stable self-standing Au nanowires/TiO2 nanoporous membrane system for high-performance photoelectrochemical water splitting cells

Here we introduce for the first time a synthesis method of a core–shell photoanode composed of nanostructured self-standing titania nanotubes filled with Au nanowires. Photoanode shows high photon to current efficiency of 35% and incredible stability.

Graphical abstract: Ultra-stable self-standing Au nanowires/TiO2 nanoporous membrane system for high-performance photoelectrochemical water splitting cells
Open Access Communication

Nanoscale patterning of polymers on DNA origami

Structurally precise biohybrid nanomaterials were created by grafting various polymers to DNA with high conversions under ambient conditions. They are patterned onto DNA origami nanostructures to form customizable surface contours.

Graphical abstract: Nanoscale patterning of polymers on DNA origami
Communication

Molecular logic operations from complex coacervation with aggregation-induced emission characteristics

Leveraging complex coacervation of a polycation and a bivalent anion with aggregation-induced emission characteristics, we accomplish eight basic logic operations, producing Boolean-like ‘outputs’ with contrast higher than one order of magnitude.

Graphical abstract: Molecular logic operations from complex coacervation with aggregation-induced emission characteristics
Open Access Communication

Photomemristive sensing via charge storage in 2D carbon nitrides

We present a photomemristive sensing concept based on light-induced charge storage in the 2D carbon nitride K-PHI. Our design enables memory sensing with tuneable dynamic concentration ranges, combined with diverse operation and readout modes.

Graphical abstract: Photomemristive sensing via charge storage in 2D carbon nitrides
Communication

Generative machine learning algorithm for lattice structures with superior mechanical properties

We present a hybrid neural network and genetic optimization adaptive method incorporating Bézier curves to consider the large design space of lattice structures with superior mechanical properties.

Graphical abstract: Generative machine learning algorithm for lattice structures with superior mechanical properties
Communication

Propylene and butylene glycol: new alternatives to ethylene glycol in conjugated polymers for bioelectronic applications

Propylene and butylene glycol oligoether chains have been employed as alternatives to ethylene glycol in thiophene based semiconductors for OECTs. Their impact on electrochemical, microstructure, and swelling properties are discussed.

Graphical abstract: Propylene and butylene glycol: new alternatives to ethylene glycol in conjugated polymers for bioelectronic applications
Open Access Communication

Structural insights into Lewis acid- and F4TCNQ-doped conjugated polymers by solid-state magnetic resonance spectroscopy

Polymer–dopant intermolecular interactions characterized by solid-state NMR and EPR spectroscopy techniques offer clues about the different doping mechanisms and efficiencies.

Graphical abstract: Structural insights into Lewis acid- and F4TCNQ-doped conjugated polymers by solid-state magnetic resonance spectroscopy
Open Access Communication

Multifunctional photoresponsive organic molecule for electric field sensing and modulation

A multifunctional nonlinear organic molecular device is designed and demonstrated for electric field sensing and modulating. The molecule consists of a TPE-derived module connected by an alkyl chain to an NAI-derived module.

Graphical abstract: Multifunctional photoresponsive organic molecule for electric field sensing and modulation
Communication

Design and synthesis of yellow- to red-emitting gold(III) complexes containing isomeric thienopyridine and thienoquinoline moieties and their applications in operationally stable organic light-emitting devices

A new class of yellow- to red-emitting carbazolylgold(III) complexes containing isomeric thienopyridine and thienoquinoline moieties in the cyclometalating ligand has been designed to realize high performance OLEDs with long operational lifetime.

Graphical abstract: Design and synthesis of yellow- to red-emitting gold(iii) complexes containing isomeric thienopyridine and thienoquinoline moieties and their applications in operationally stable organic light-emitting devices
Open Access Communication

Biohybrid plants with electronic roots via in vivo polymerization of conjugated oligomers

Conjugated oligomers polymerize in vivo on the root system of intact plants forming an extended network of tissue integrated conductors while the plants continue to grow and develop. The conducting roots are used to store energy in the plant.

Graphical abstract: Biohybrid plants with electronic roots via in vivo polymerization of conjugated oligomers
Communication

Tailoring the multistability of origami-inspired, buckled magnetic structures via compression and creasing

The number and configurations of stable states existing in origami-inspired ferromagnetic structures can be tailored by creasing and compression. Reconfigurations among the stable states and potential applications in soft robotics were presented.

Graphical abstract: Tailoring the multistability of origami-inspired, buckled magnetic structures via compression and creasing
Open Access Communication

Improving the ZT of SnTe using electronic structure engineering: unusual behavior of Bi dopant in the presence of Pb as a co-dopant

Extraordinary tuning of electronic structure of SnTe by Bi in the presence of Pb as a co-adjuvant dopant. Synergistic effect of resonance level, increase in the band gap, valence and conduction sub-bands convergence leads to enhanced TE performance.

Graphical abstract: Improving the ZT of SnTe using electronic structure engineering: unusual behavior of Bi dopant in the presence of Pb as a co-dopant
Open Access Communication

Design of triple and quadruple phase boundaries and chemistries for environmental SO2 electrochemical sensing

Favorably engineering sensing reaction zones from triple phase boundaries to quadrupole phase boundaries towards enriching the functionality of the Li-garnet Li7La3Zr2O12 fast-conducting electrolyte for sensing applications beyond batteries.

Graphical abstract: Design of triple and quadruple phase boundaries and chemistries for environmental SO2 electrochemical sensing
Communication

Alkylthiol surface engineering: an effective strategy toward enhanced electrocatalytic N2-to-NH3 fixation by a CoP nanoarray

Building a hydrophobic self-assembled monolayer of octadecanethiol on a CoP nanoarray on a titanium mesh (C18@CoP/TM) greatly enhances the N2 reduction activity with an NH3 yield of 1.44 × 10−10 mol s−1 cm−2 and a FE of 14.03% in 0.1 M Na2SO4.

Graphical abstract: Alkylthiol surface engineering: an effective strategy toward enhanced electrocatalytic N2-to-NH3 fixation by a CoP nanoarray
Communication

Metabolically engineered bacteria as light-controlled living therapeutics for anti-angiogenesis tumor therapy

A living therapeutic system based on attenuated Salmonella was developed via metabolic engineering using an aggregation-induced emission (AIE) photosensitizer MA.

Graphical abstract: Metabolically engineered bacteria as light-controlled living therapeutics for anti-angiogenesis tumor therapy
Open Access Paper

Remarkable performance recovery in highly defective perovskite solar cells by photo-oxidation

Exposure to oxygen and light leads to a remarkable performance improvement in the case of highly-defective metal halide perovskite solar cells.

Graphical abstract: Remarkable performance recovery in highly defective perovskite solar cells by photo-oxidation
From the themed collection: Journal of Materials Chemistry C HOT Papers
Open Access Paper

Binder polymer influence on the electrical and UV response of organic field-effect transistors

Organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and phototransistors using blends of Ph-BTBT-10 with binding polymers are prepared. We show that tuning the nature of the polymer is a useful tool to optimise the OFET performance and photoresponsivity.

Graphical abstract: Binder polymer influence on the electrical and UV response of organic field-effect transistors
Open Access Paper

Impact of two diammonium cations on the structure and photophysics of layered Sn-based perovskites

Layered metal-halide perovskites have shown great promise for applications in optoelectronic devices, where a large number of suitable organic cations give the opportunity to tune their structural and optical properties.

Graphical abstract: Impact of two diammonium cations on the structure and photophysics of layered Sn-based perovskites
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In situ engineering of Au–Ag alloy embedded PEDOT nanohybrids at a solvent/non-solvent interface for the electrochemical enzyme-free detection of histamine

In situ polymerization at a bi-solvent interface produced Au–Ag alloy embedded PEDOT nanohybrids for non-enzymatic histamine detection. The composite demonstrated practical viability by detecting histamine produced by sub-cultured human neural cells.

Graphical abstract: In situ engineering of Au–Ag alloy embedded PEDOT nanohybrids at a solvent/non-solvent interface for the electrochemical enzyme-free detection of histamine
From the themed collection: #RSCPoster Conference
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microRNA-181a silencing by antisense oligonucleotides delivered by virus-like particles

Encapsulation of anti-miR-181a oligonucleotide into plant virus cowpea chlorotic mottle virus (CCMV) improves the stability of both RNA oligonucleotides. Knockdown efficacy was significantly improved with CCMV encapsulation compared to non-encapsulated counterpart.

Graphical abstract: microRNA-181a silencing by antisense oligonucleotides delivered by virus-like particles
Open Access Paper

Biodegradable porous FeMn(–xAg) alloys: assessment of cytocompatibility, mechanical, magnetic and antibiofilm properties

Equiatomic FeMn alloys with varying Ag content (1–5 wt%) and hierarchical porosity show low ferromagnetic response during biodegradation and reduction in the total biofilm biomass upon interaction with S. aureus for 5 wt% Ag containing materials.

Graphical abstract: Biodegradable porous FeMn(–xAg) alloys: assessment of cytocompatibility, mechanical, magnetic and antibiofilm properties
From the themed collection: Editor’s Choice: Kaushik Chatterjee
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Carbazole-substituted benzobisoxazoles: near-UV fluorescent emitters and ambipolar hosts for organic light-emitting diodes

The design of organic light emitting diode (OLED) materials with the potential for exhibiting thermally-activated delayed fluorescence (TADF) is reported.

Graphical abstract: Carbazole-substituted benzobisoxazoles: near-UV fluorescent emitters and ambipolar hosts for organic light-emitting diodes
From the themed collection: 10th Anniversary: Most popular articles
Open Access Paper

Boron clusters (ferrabisdicarbollides) shaping the future as radiosensitizers for multimodal (chemo/radio/PBFR) therapy of glioblastoma

The cellular damage response induced by γ-rays, X-rays and proton beams suggest these type of radiations are promising therapeutic modalities against resistant glioblastoma tumours when combined to stable metallacarboranes as radiosensitizers and PBFR.

Graphical abstract: Boron clusters (ferrabisdicarbollides) shaping the future as radiosensitizers for multimodal (chemo/radio/PBFR) therapy of glioblastoma
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Ultralong room-temperature phosphorescence from polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons by accelerating intersystem crossing within a rigid polymer network

A water-resistance polymer-based room temperature phosphorescence material (RTP) with an ultralong lifetime and afterglow was achieved by doping PAHs within a rigid polymeric network during in situ polymerization.

Graphical abstract: Ultralong room-temperature phosphorescence from polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons by accelerating intersystem crossing within a rigid polymer network
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Transition metallo-curcumin complexes: a new hope for endometriosis?

The metallo-curcumin complexes, copper–curcumin and nickel–curcumin, are promising anti-endometriotic agents due to their high antioxidant activity, selective cytotoxicity and active transport mediated accumulation in endometriotic cells.

Graphical abstract: Transition metallo-curcumin complexes: a new hope for endometriosis?
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High-performance and low-cost organic solar cells based on pentacyclic A–DA′D–A acceptors with efficiency over 16%

Developing high-performance and low-cost donor/acceptor materials is crucial for the industrialization of organic solar cells (OSCs).

Graphical abstract: High-performance and low-cost organic solar cells based on pentacyclic A–DA′D–A acceptors with efficiency over 16%
From the themed collection: Photofunctional Materials and Transformations
Open Access Paper

A 2D copper-imidazolate framework without thermal treatment as an efficient ORR electrocatalyst for Zn–air batteries

A novel water-stable 2D Copper-Imidazolate Framework (2DCIF) exhibits outstanding electrocatalytic activity for the oxygen reduction reaction without the need for calcination. These 2DCIFs have been successfully used as air electrodes in Zn–air batteries.

Graphical abstract: A 2D copper-imidazolate framework without thermal treatment as an efficient ORR electrocatalyst for Zn–air batteries
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Vanadium defect-engineering in molybdenum disulfide for electrochemical nitrate reduction

In this work, vanadium doped molybdenum disulfide (V–MoS2) electrocatalysts are successfully prepared by using vanadium defect-engineering for electrochemical nitrate reduction reaction (NITRR), which has significantly improved NITRR activity.

Graphical abstract: Vanadium defect-engineering in molybdenum disulfide for electrochemical nitrate reduction
Open Access Paper

Green light-emitting electrochemical cells based on platinum(II) complexes with a carbazole-appended carbene ligand

Cyclometallated N-heterocyclic carbenes with an appended carbazole and chelating diphosphines brought together to achieve the first simple solution-processed green-emitting iTMC-LECs based on mononuclear Pt(II) complexes.

Graphical abstract: Green light-emitting electrochemical cells based on platinum(ii) complexes with a carbazole-appended carbene ligand
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Soft, flexible and self-healable supramolecular conducting polymer-based hydrogel electrodes for flexible supercapacitors

A stretchable and self-healable PEDOT-based conducting polymer was developed for a flexible and wearable supercapacitor. The developed supercapacitor provides excellent capacitance, cycling stability and self-healing properties.

Graphical abstract: Soft, flexible and self-healable supramolecular conducting polymer-based hydrogel electrodes for flexible supercapacitors
Open Access Paper

Dithia[9]helicenes: Molecular design, surface imaging, and circularly polarized luminescence with enhanced dissymmetry factors

Synthesis of two dithia[9]helicenes by means of a LED-based double photocyclization is reported.

Graphical abstract: Dithia[9]helicenes: Molecular design, surface imaging, and circularly polarized luminescence with enhanced dissymmetry factors
Open Access Paper

Cu-functionalised porous boron nitride derived from a metal–organic framework

We develop a route to synthesise Cu-functionalized porous BN (Cu/BN) directly from a metal–organic framework (MOF). The Cu/BN presents an improved CO2 photoreduction performance compared to pristine BN and standard reference sample, g-C3N4.

Graphical abstract: Cu-functionalised porous boron nitride derived from a metal–organic framework
Open Access Paper

Metal-phenolic networks as tuneable spore coat mimetics

Bacillus subtilis are probiotic microbes that are difficult to formulate when they are not in their spore form. Using self-assembling coatings, these cells were successfully protected during the freeze-drying process.

Graphical abstract: Metal-phenolic networks as tuneable spore coat mimetics
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Mixed ionic and electronic conducting binders containing PEDOT:PSS and organic ionic plastic crystals toward carbon-free solid-state battery cathodes

PEDOT:PSS was combined with OIPCs (C2mpyrFSI and C2mpyrTFSI) which gave high ionic and electronic conductivities and when employed for the first time in a solid-state Li|LiFePO4 cell as an OMIEC binder it showed an outstanding performance.

Graphical abstract: Mixed ionic and electronic conducting binders containing PEDOT:PSS and organic ionic plastic crystals toward carbon-free solid-state battery cathodes
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A single-crystal nickel-rich material as a highly stable cathode for lithium-ion batteries

Compared to polycrystalline Ni-rich cathode materials, single crystal Ni-rich LiNi0.8Co0.1Mn0.1O2 materials have less irreversible structural and phase changes under varied temperature conditions, improving their cycling stability.

Graphical abstract: A single-crystal nickel-rich material as a highly stable cathode for lithium-ion batteries
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Insights into the chemistry of vapor phase infiltration for imaging non-fullerene acceptors

A chemical reaction during vapor phase infiltration (VPI) is harnessed to “stain” non-fullerene acceptors (NFAs) for imaging the morphology of organic electronic films.

Graphical abstract: Insights into the chemistry of vapor phase infiltration for imaging non-fullerene acceptors
From the themed collection: 10th Anniversary: Most popular articles
Open Access Paper

A case of perfect convergence of light and heavy hole valence bands in SnTe: the role of Ge and Zn co-dopants

Remarkable engineering of the electronic structure of SnTe by co-doping Ge and Zn. The synergistic effect of the resonance level, increase in the band gap and perfect convergence of valence sub-bands with reduced thermal conductivity leads to enhanced TE performance.

Graphical abstract: A case of perfect convergence of light and heavy hole valence bands in SnTe: the role of Ge and Zn co-dopants
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Heterogeneous In/Mo cooperative bandgap engineering for promoting visible-light-driven CO2 photoreduction

The Mo-modified InOOH/In(OH)3 heterojunction photocatalyst with excellent visible-light photocatalytic activity was achieved due to its high-efficiency photogenerated charge separation and transfer efficiency.

Graphical abstract: Heterogeneous In/Mo cooperative bandgap engineering for promoting visible-light-driven CO2 photoreduction
Open Access Paper

Nitro-based and nitro-free tri-cationic azole salts: a unique class of energetic green tri-ionic salts obtained from the reaction with nitrogen-rich bases

Nitrogen-rich heterocycles are essential for designing novel energetic green materials with the combination of high explosive performance and acceptable mechanical sensitivities.

Graphical abstract: Nitro-based and nitro-free tri-cationic azole salts: a unique class of energetic green tri-ionic salts obtained from the reaction with nitrogen-rich bases
Open Access Paper

Comprehensive physicochemical and photovoltaic analysis of different Zn substitutes (Mn, Mg, Fe, Ni, Co, Ba, Sr) in CZTS-inspired thin film solar cells

Comprehensive comparison among cations (X = Mn, Mg, Ni, Fe, Co, Ba, Sr) in Cu2XSnS4. Mn, Mg, Ba and Sr show photovoltaic responses, with Ba exhibiting the most potential.

Graphical abstract: Comprehensive physicochemical and photovoltaic analysis of different Zn substitutes (Mn, Mg, Fe, Ni, Co, Ba, Sr) in CZTS-inspired thin film solar cells
Open Access Paper

Wafer-scale pulsed laser deposition of ITO for solar cells: reduced damage vs. interfacial resistance

Halide perovskite and silicon heterojunction solar cells present sensitive contact layers prone to damage during ITO deposition. We study the effect of ITO pulsed laser deposition pressure on damage mitigation and improved solar cell performance.

Graphical abstract: Wafer-scale pulsed laser deposition of ITO for solar cells: reduced damage vs. interfacial resistance
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Surfaces with antifouling-antimicrobial dual function via immobilization of lysozyme on zwitterionic polymer thin films

A novel coating with antifouling and antimicrobial dual functions was fabricated to prevent transmission and spread of infectious diseases.

Graphical abstract: Surfaces with antifouling-antimicrobial dual function via immobilization of lysozyme on zwitterionic polymer thin films
Open Access Paper

Aggregate dependent electrochromic properties of amino acid appended naphthalene diimides in water

Naphthalene diimides have electrochromic applications due to their highly stable dark reduced state along with a transparent colourless neutral state. Here we show the morphology of aggregated structures at different pHs has a greater influence on the chromic properties than the chemical structure.

Graphical abstract: Aggregate dependent electrochromic properties of amino acid appended naphthalene diimides in water
Open Access Paper

Fabrication of solution-processable OFET memory using a nano-floating gate based on a phthalocyanine-cored star-shaped polymer

A simple one-pot solution-processed OFET memory device has been fabricated based on the vertical phase separation of phthalocyanine-cored star-shaped polystyrene and an organic semiconductor.

Graphical abstract: Fabrication of solution-processable OFET memory using a nano-floating gate based on a phthalocyanine-cored star-shaped polymer
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A deep blue thermally activated delayed fluorescence emitter: balance between charge transfer and color purity

A TADF emitter exhibiting high OLED device performance of 25% and narrow emission (FWHM = 58 nm) in the deep blue region (λem = 458 nm, CIE = 0.14, 0.13) due to balanced charge transfer interactions and locked molecular geometry.

Graphical abstract: A deep blue thermally activated delayed fluorescence emitter: balance between charge transfer and color purity
Open Access Paper

In optimized rubrene-based nanoparticle blends for photon upconversion, singlet energy collection outcompetes triplet-pair separation, not singlet fission

Conversion of near-infrared photons to visible light in rubrene based systems is made 20x more efficient when mixed with 0.5% wt DBP. This is not because singlet fission in rubrene is supressed, but because of reduced triplet losses.

Graphical abstract: In optimized rubrene-based nanoparticle blends for photon upconversion, singlet energy collection outcompetes triplet-pair separation, not singlet fission
Open Access Paper

Enhanced mechanical performance and wettability of PHBV fiber blends with evening primrose oil for skin patches improving hydration and comfort

The growing problem of skin diseases due to allergies causing atopic dermatitis, which is characterized by itching, burning, and redness, constantly motivates researchers to look for solutions to soothe these effects by moisturizing skin properly.

Graphical abstract: Enhanced mechanical performance and wettability of PHBV fiber blends with evening primrose oil for skin patches improving hydration and comfort
From the themed collection: Journal of Materials Chemistry B HOT Papers
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About this collection

In line with International Women’s Day 2023, we would like to highlight some of the excellent female researchers publishing impactful work in materials science.

This collection showcases a selection of the work published in Materials Horizons, Journal of Materials Chemistry A, B and C and Materials Advances led by female scientists around the world and highlights the impact these leading individuals have on the research published within our materials journals.

The collection features a mix of some of our most popular articles from the past couple of years and publications authored by female corresponding authors who have been more closely involved with the journals in recent years.

We welcome any corresponding authors identifying as female who have published recent work in any of these journals to get in touch and have your work featured in the collection.

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