Themed collection 2023 Focus and Perspective articles

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The roles of the oxygen vacancies caused by the ion doping method in catalytic materials and their applications in advanced oxidation processes

We review the principles of oxygen vacancy formation induced by dopant ions, their mechanism of action and their application in advanced oxidation processes.

Graphical abstract: The roles of the oxygen vacancies caused by the ion doping method in catalytic materials and their applications in advanced oxidation processes
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Molecular precursor approach to develop catalytically relevant nanosized metals, palladium chalcogenides and ternary/quaternary metal chalcogenides

Recent past, inorganic chemistry has made inroads in nanoscience & technology. This essay offers an overview of molecular precursors for NP synthesis. Applications of these NPs in catalysis and multinary metal chalcogenide NPs synthesis have been reviewed.

Graphical abstract: Molecular precursor approach to develop catalytically relevant nanosized metals, palladium chalcogenides and ternary/quaternary metal chalcogenides
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A review of catalytic oxidation of carbon monoxide over different catalysts with an emphasis on hopcalite catalysts

Hopcalite catalysts are reviewed showing highly active catalysts for low-temperature, low-cost and complete oxidation of CO.

Graphical abstract: A review of catalytic oxidation of carbon monoxide over different catalysts with an emphasis on hopcalite catalysts
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Recent advances on sustainable removal of emerging contaminants from water by bio-based adsorbents

Review of classification, application, the advantages and disadvantages of bio-based adsorbents, possible mechanisms of CECs adsorption, regeneration & stability of bio-based adsorbents. Key recommendations on CEC removal using bio-based adsorbents.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances on sustainable removal of emerging contaminants from water by bio-based adsorbents
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The isolation-biological activities (2014–2022), bio, semi, total synthesis (1978–2022) and SAR studies of a potential naturally engineered scaffold aristolactam

Aristolactams are a small group of aporphinoid alkaloids containing a phenanthrene chromophore that were first isolated from Aristolochia argentina (Aristolochiaceae), which is the richest source of this family of alkaloids.

Graphical abstract: The isolation-biological activities (2014–2022), bio, semi, total synthesis (1978–2022) and SAR studies of a potential naturally engineered scaffold aristolactam
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Synthesis of fluorescent aromatic species via ring transformation of α-pyranones and their application in OLEDs, chemosensors, and cell imaging

Ring transformation of pyran-2-ones with ketones provides fluorescent aromatic compounds bearing push–pull electronic system. Fluorescent aromatic species exhibited various optical applications such as OLED materials, chemosensors and cell imaging.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis of fluorescent aromatic species via ring transformation of α-pyranones and their application in OLEDs, chemosensors, and cell imaging
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Understanding the role of metal–organic frameworks in cancer treatment

Metal–organic frameworks are regarded as good candidates for the dynamic therapy, chemotherapy, and photothermal therapy of cancer.

Graphical abstract: Understanding the role of metal–organic frameworks in cancer treatment
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Recent advances in Mo-based electrocatalysts toward the hydrogen evolution reaction and the hydrogen oxidation reaction

Mo-based materials (MoS2, Mo2C, MoP, MoO2et.al) have been considered as promising, cost effective and ideal electrocatalysts for hydrogen production due to the merits of high HER/HOR activities.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in Mo-based electrocatalysts toward the hydrogen evolution reaction and the hydrogen oxidation reaction
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A review of recent studies on nano zero-valent iron activated persulfate advanced oxidation technology for the degradation of organic pollutants

Nano zero-valent iron activated persulfate (nZVI/PS) advanced oxidation technology is a novel approach with advantages in treating high-concentration and refractory organic pollutants.

Graphical abstract: A review of recent studies on nano zero-valent iron activated persulfate advanced oxidation technology for the degradation of organic pollutants
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Recent developments in the solvent-free synthesis of heterocycles

We have emphasized recent studies (2010 to 2022) on the solvent-free conditions of various heterocycles (N, O, S), which have been synthesized via oxidation, reduction, condensation, and conjugated reactions.

Graphical abstract: Recent developments in the solvent-free synthesis of heterocycles
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Nucleophilic substitution reaction as an important tool in the synthetic protocol for selenium donor containing Schiff bases: applications of metal complexes in homogeneous catalysis

Nucleophilic substitution reaction has been used as a tool to incorporate Se in ligands having imine functionality. Metal complexes of such ligands, i.e., Schiff bases, are used as homogeneous catalytic systems for a variety of organic reactions.

Graphical abstract: Nucleophilic substitution reaction as an important tool in the synthetic protocol for selenium donor containing Schiff bases: applications of metal complexes in homogeneous catalysis
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Organic selenocompounds: are they the panacea for human illnesses?

The pharmacological studies of organoselenium compounds need to be profoundly improved to find an actual application of this interesting class of molecules.

Graphical abstract: Organic selenocompounds: are they the panacea for human illnesses?
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Recent advances in the (3+2) cycloaddition of azomethine ylide

We have tried to demonstrate [3+2] cycloaddition of azomethine ylides for the synthesis of several bioactive compounds. Different methodologies, including metal-catalyzed as well as metal-free asymmetric and racemic synthesis, have been explained.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in the (3+2) cycloaddition of azomethine ylide
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Do chemists control plane packing, i.e. two-dimensional self-assembly, at all scales?

With the help of mathematics, we rationalize general concepts of self-assembly of molecules, nanoobjects, micron-sized colloids, and even millimetric shapes.

Graphical abstract: Do chemists control plane packing, i.e. two-dimensional self-assembly, at all scales?
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Recent synthetic journey on pyrrole-fused compounds

Pyrroles and their fused compounds are widely known as biologically active scaffolds, which are mainly fused at the 1–2 (a), 2–3 (b), 3–4 (c) and 4–5 (d) positions.

Graphical abstract: Recent synthetic journey on pyrrole-fused compounds
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The state-of-the-art in the electroreduction of NOx for the production of ammonia in aqueous and nonaqueous media at ambient conditions: a review

Mechanism studies in aqueous/nonaqueous solution are summarized. Electrode engineering on NOxRR-to-NH3 in aqueous solution is generalized. Electrolyte modifications strategies are analyzed towards operation conditions and electrolyte choosen.

Graphical abstract: The state-of-the-art in the electroreduction of NOx for the production of ammonia in aqueous and nonaqueous media at ambient conditions: a review
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Mechanochemistry of dynamic chalcogen-containing polymers: a minireview

This review summarizes recent works about fundamental mechanochemistry research and various applications of mechano-responsive polymers with dynamic chalcogen-containing bonds.

Graphical abstract: Mechanochemistry of dynamic chalcogen-containing polymers: a minireview
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Recent progress in stretchable organic field-effect transistors: key materials, fabrication and applications

We summarize the recent progress in the application of high-performance STOFETs achieved by developing stretchable channel materials and processing techniques.

Graphical abstract: Recent progress in stretchable organic field-effect transistors: key materials, fabrication and applications
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Hemicurcuminoids (1-styryl-1,3-diketones) – valuable multi-faceted building blocks for organic synthesis

For the first time, a review has been conducted on the methods for the synthesis, as well as on the chemical, physical and biological properties, of 5-arylpent-4-ene-1,3-diones (hemicurcuminoids).

Graphical abstract: Hemicurcuminoids (1-styryl-1,3-diketones) – valuable multi-faceted building blocks for organic synthesis
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Fate of TiO2 nanoparticles in the environment: a review on the transport and retention behavior in the soil compartment

The present review describes the effects of complex environmental factors on the fate and behaviour of TiO2 nanoparticles in the soil compartment.

Graphical abstract: Fate of TiO2 nanoparticles in the environment: a review on the transport and retention behavior in the soil compartment
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Recent insights into BCN nanomaterials – synthesis, properties and applications

This review provides a comprehensive understanding of the synthesis, properties and applications of boron carbon nitride in consort with recent developmental trends and future perspectives.

Graphical abstract: Recent insights into BCN nanomaterials – synthesis, properties and applications
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Advances in the application of novel carbon nanomaterials in illicit drug detection

New carbon nanomaterials include carbon dots, graphene, and carbon nanotubes.

Graphical abstract: Advances in the application of novel carbon nanomaterials in illicit drug detection
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Single-chirality of single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) through chromatography and its potential biological applications

Gel chromatography is used to separate single-chirality and selective-diameter SWCNTs. We also explore the use of photothermal therapy and biosensor applications based on single-chirality, selected-diameter, and unique geometric shape.

Graphical abstract: Single-chirality of single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) through chromatography and its potential biological applications
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Carbohydrate-based N-heterocyclic carbene-metal complexes: a new avenue for sustainable catalysts in organic transformations

N-Heterocyclic carbenes (NHCs) and their metal complexes have been employed as catalysts in organic transformations owing to their high efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and extraordinary performance.

Graphical abstract: Carbohydrate-based N-heterocyclic carbene-metal complexes: a new avenue for sustainable catalysts in organic transformations
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Emerging membrane technologies and disinfection methods for efficient removal of waterborne pathogens during the COVID-19 pandemic and post-pandemic

We summarize the use of diverse materials like metals/metal oxides in the preparation of filtration systems for water treatment.

Graphical abstract: Emerging membrane technologies and disinfection methods for efficient removal of waterborne pathogens during the COVID-19 pandemic and post-pandemic
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Review of different series of MOF/g-C3N4 composites for photocatalytic hydrogen production and CO2 reduction

This review focuses on the application of g-C3N4 combined with ZIF series, MIL series, UIO series and other MOF materials in photocatalytic hydrogen production and carbon dioxide reduction, and summarizes the resulting photocatalytic performance of the various composites.

Graphical abstract: Review of different series of MOF/g-C3N4 composites for photocatalytic hydrogen production and CO2 reduction
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The web collection is comprised of the Focus and Perspective articles published in New Journal of Chemistry in 2023.

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