Themed collection New Journal of Chemistry HOT Articles

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Perspective

Research progress in the synthesis and biological application of quantum dots

Quantum dots have great potential in biomedical applications due to their excellent optical properties and biocompatibility.

Graphical abstract: Research progress in the synthesis and biological application of quantum dots
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Perspective

Borophene as a rising star in materials chemistry: synthesis, properties and applications in analytical science and energy devices

Borophene is a two-dimensional material that has shown outstanding applications in energy storage devices and analytical chemistry.

Graphical abstract: Borophene as a rising star in materials chemistry: synthesis, properties and applications in analytical science and energy devices
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Communication

β-Galactosidase-instructed intracellular nanofiber formation enhances tumor micro-PET imaging

[68Ga]Nap-1G was hydrolyzed by β-gal and self-assembled into nanofibers for micro-PET imaging.

Graphical abstract: β-Galactosidase-instructed intracellular nanofiber formation enhances tumor micro-PET imaging
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Communication

Development of a by-product-free strategy for the synthesis of oxazoline from N-acetylglucosamine

This study focused on the CDMBI-mediated synthesis of GlcNAc oxazoline.

Graphical abstract: Development of a by-product-free strategy for the synthesis of oxazoline from N-acetylglucosamine
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Communication

Visible-light-promoted C(sp3)–H thiolation of aliphatic ethers with thiosulfonates

Visible-light-promoted organic-dye-catalyzed synthesis of α-arylthioethers through direct thiolation of α-C(sp3)–H in aliphatic ethers with thiosulfonates at room temperature.

Graphical abstract: Visible-light-promoted C(sp3)–H thiolation of aliphatic ethers with thiosulfonates
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Communication

Influence of compositing conditions for Si-composite negative electrodes in sulfide-type all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries

The battery performances of Si-composite electrodes are strongly influenced by the compositing process strength caused by the reaction between Si and the solid electrolyte for all-solid-state batteries.

Graphical abstract: Influence of compositing conditions for Si-composite negative electrodes in sulfide-type all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries
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Communication

Discovery of SrZn2B6O12 with an unprecedented quadruple-layered configuration

A new borate, SrZn2B6O12, is found to show a quadruple-layered configuration. This rare quadruple-layer is stacked by two 2[Zn2B6O12] double-layers that are constructed by two single-layers of 2[B4O7] and 2[Zn2B2O4].

Graphical abstract: Discovery of SrZn2B6O12 with an unprecedented quadruple-layered configuration
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Communication

Li7SrScB12O24 and Li7Ba0.6Ca0.4ScB12O24: two new quaternary rare-earth borates with short UV cutoff edges

Two new rare-earth metal borates, namely, Li7MIIScB12O24 (MII = Sr, Ba0.6Ca0.4), which feature a 3D anionic [ScB12O24]9− framework and will become a new type of rare-earth borates that have a deep-UV cutoff edge (≤200 nm).

Graphical abstract: Li7SrScB12O24 and Li7Ba0.6Ca0.4ScB12O24: two new quaternary rare-earth borates with short UV cutoff edges
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Homogenizing of Pt on NiCu films for enhanced HER activity by two-step magneto-electrodeposition

The efficient production of hydrogen through water electrolysis requires stable, high-performance and rather cost-effective electrocatalysts to promote the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER).

Graphical abstract: Homogenizing of Pt on NiCu films for enhanced HER activity by two-step magneto-electrodeposition
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A Y-doped P2-Na0.6Li0.11Fe0.27Mn0.62O2 cathode with improved high-rate capability and cycling stability for Na-ion batteries

A promising P2-Na0.6Li0.11Fe0.26Mn0.62Y0.01O2 cathode with a more reversible oxygen redox reaction and higher Na+ transport kinetics was successfully synthesized and studied, showing better high-rate capability and cycling stability.

Graphical abstract: A Y-doped P2-Na0.6Li0.11Fe0.27Mn0.62O2 cathode with improved high-rate capability and cycling stability for Na-ion batteries
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4-Iodo-1H-imidazole dramatically improves the open-circuit voltages of perovskite solar cells to 1.2 V

Although the efficiency of perovskite solar cells is over 25%, there is still a big difference between the open-circuit voltage and its theoretical value, which is ascribed to defects in the perovskite films.

Graphical abstract: 4-Iodo-1H-imidazole dramatically improves the open-circuit voltages of perovskite solar cells to 1.2 V
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Mussel-inspired PDA/Ag nanocomposite catalyst for highly-efficient Cr(VI) removal via visible light-induced reduction and absorption

Polydopamine/Ag-nanoparticle is prepared via reducing Ag+ to Ag nanoparticles by PDA. The photocatalyst shows outstanding catalytic efficiency for Cr(VI) via absorption and photo-induced reduction.

Graphical abstract: Mussel-inspired PDA/Ag nanocomposite catalyst for highly-efficient Cr(vi) removal via visible light-induced reduction and absorption
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Ring expansion/opening reactions of epoxy ene-amides: access to azabicyclononene, tetrahydropyridine and tetrazole scaffolds

Epoxy benzene sulfonamides and substituted chloro-acrylaldehydes under Lewis acid mediation afford azabicyclononene or tetrahydropyridine frameworks; in the presence of additional Me3SiN3, 1,2-substituted tetrazoles are the products.

Graphical abstract: Ring expansion/opening reactions of epoxy ene-amides: access to azabicyclononene, tetrahydropyridine and tetrazole scaffolds
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Engineering the Li-ion flux and interfacial chemistry toward a stable Li metal anode via a simple separator coating strategy

In this study, a composite separator was prepared by simple LATP and ITO coating on PP, which not only induces uniform Li metal plating and stripping but also helps to form stable interphases that comprise of Li3PO4 and LiF.

Graphical abstract: Engineering the Li-ion flux and interfacial chemistry toward a stable Li metal anode via a simple separator coating strategy
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Tetrahedron-based deep-ultraviolet nonlinear optical crystal with optimized KBe2BO3F2-like structure and disordered cations

The Li2NH4Rb(SO4)2 crystal exhibits a strong second-harmonic generation response of 2 × KH2PO4 and a large band gap of 7.56 eV.

Graphical abstract: Tetrahedron-based deep-ultraviolet nonlinear optical crystal with optimized KBe2BO3F2-like structure and disordered cations
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Ecofriendly aminochalcogenation of alkenes: a green alternative to obtain compounds with potential anti-SARS-CoV-2 activity

We report a solvent- and metal-free methodology for the aminochalcogenation of alkenes, using I2/DMSO as catalytic system, under microwave irradiation. Some of the obtained compounds showed potent antiviral activity against the coronavirus SARS-CoV-2.

Graphical abstract: Ecofriendly aminochalcogenation of alkenes: a green alternative to obtain compounds with potential anti-SARS-CoV-2 activity
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A flexible hierarchical MoS2 nanosheet coated glass fabric via direct hydrothermal deposition for efficient solar-driven steam generation

A flexible and tailorable solar evaporator has a hierarchical porous microstructure assisting light harvesting and water transportation.

Graphical abstract: A flexible hierarchical MoS2 nanosheet coated glass fabric via direct hydrothermal deposition for efficient solar-driven steam generation
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Synthesis of disulfide surrogate peptides incorporating an ethylene glycol bridge

We report a new diaminodiacid containing an ethylene glycol bridge for the synthesis of disulfide surrogate peptides.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis of disulfide surrogate peptides incorporating an ethylene glycol bridge
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Hexagonal cobalt oxide nanosheet-based enzymeless electrochemical uric acid sensor with improved sensitivity

A hexagonal cobalt oxide nanosheet based enzymeless electrochemical sensor showed an ultra-sensitive response for uric acid with excellent selectivity.

Graphical abstract: Hexagonal cobalt oxide nanosheet-based enzymeless electrochemical uric acid sensor with improved sensitivity
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Low-temperature metal-catalyzed synthesis of encapsulated metal oxide nanoparticles in nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes from carbon nitride as anodic materials of high-performance lithium-ion batteries

Metal oxide nanoparticles encapsulated and nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes was prepared by a novel low-temperature metal-catalyzed synthesis strategy from carbon nitride as anodic materials of high-performance lithium-ion batteries.

Graphical abstract: Low-temperature metal-catalyzed synthesis of encapsulated metal oxide nanoparticles in nitrogen-doped carbon nanotubes from carbon nitride as anodic materials of high-performance lithium-ion batteries
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Topochemical polymerization in phenylalanine anchored chiral diacetylenes for chiroptical properties and tunable thermo-, halo-, solvatochromism

Peptide tethered chiral diacetylene exhibits topochemical polymerization to form films that respond to external perturbations like temperature, solvent, and pH changes.

Graphical abstract: Topochemical polymerization in phenylalanine anchored chiral diacetylenes for chiroptical properties and tunable thermo-, halo-, solvatochromism
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Application of a DIB/BBr3 protocol in metal-free aryl coupling reactions

Efficient and metal-free cross-coupling of arenes has been developed. Inexpensive hypervalent iodine reagents (HIRs) diacetoxyl iodobenzene and BBr3 were used to in situ generate a non-symmetrical HIR as the active species.

Graphical abstract: Application of a DIB/BBr3 protocol in metal-free aryl coupling reactions
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Hydrogenated ceria nanoparticles for high-efficiency silicate adsorption

The enriched Ce3+ ions were confirmed on the surface of hydrogenated ceria nanoparticles which play a key role as active sites in various chemical reactions including silicate adsorption.

Graphical abstract: Hydrogenated ceria nanoparticles for high-efficiency silicate adsorption
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Hierarchical Co/CoO/FeO/C nanocomplex derived from Co(OH)2@NH2-MIL-88 to aid highly efficient microwave absorption

Facile preparation of a flake-like Co/CoO/FeO/C nanocomplex employing Co(OH)2 on NH2-MIL-88B through one-step pyrolysis. The nanocomplex can efficiently scatter microwaves.

Graphical abstract: Hierarchical Co/CoO/FeO/C nanocomplex derived from Co(OH)2@NH2-MIL-88 to aid highly efficient microwave absorption
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Aqueous (co)polymer stabilisers for size-controlled 2–5 nm gold nanoparticle synthesis with tuneable catalytic activity

Tuneable (co)polymer composition and architecture influences both AuNP size during synthesis and catalytic activity for the reduction of 4-Nitrophenol.

Graphical abstract: Aqueous (co)polymer stabilisers for size-controlled 2–5 nm gold nanoparticle synthesis with tuneable catalytic activity
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Lead-free broadband orange-emitting zero-dimensional Sb3+-doped indium-based organic–inorganic metal halides

An orange-yellow phosphor Sb3+: (CH3NH3)4InCl6·Cl was prepared via a mechanical ball-milling method. Sb3+-doped (CH3NH3)4InCl6·Cl was able to emit orange light (∼607 nm) under UV light excitation, and the PLQY is as high as 67.72%.

Graphical abstract: Lead-free broadband orange-emitting zero-dimensional Sb3+-doped indium-based organic–inorganic metal halides
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Enhanced photocatalytic activities of a hierarchical ZnO/V2C MXene hybrid with a close coupling heterojunction for the degradation of methyl orange, phenol and methylene blue dye

A hierarchical ZnO/V2C MXene hybrid exhibited enhanced photocatalytic performance due to its close coupling heterojunction facilitating photo-generated carrier transfer.

Graphical abstract: Enhanced photocatalytic activities of a hierarchical ZnO/V2C MXene hybrid with a close coupling heterojunction for the degradation of methyl orange, phenol and methylene blue dye
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BaI3O9H: a new alkaline-earth metal hydroxy iodate with two groups

A new alkali metal hydroxyl iodate BaI3O9H with a three-dimensional network structure and a moderate birefringence of 0.073 at 1064 nm.

Graphical abstract: BaI3O9H: a new alkaline-earth metal hydroxy iodate with two groups
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Efficient yellow and red thermally activated delayed fluorescence materials based on a quinoxaline-derived electron-acceptor

Highly efficient yellow and red organic light emitting-diodes are realized by employing thermally activated delayed fluorescence emitters based on a new quinoxaline-derived electron-acceptor.

Graphical abstract: Efficient yellow and red thermally activated delayed fluorescence materials based on a quinoxaline-derived electron-acceptor
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Interconnected 3D fluorinated graphene host enables an ultrastable lithium metal anode

3D fluorinated graphene with a large specific surface area and pore structure was used to stabilize a lithium metal anode to effectively inhibit the growth of lithium dendrites and ensure the safety and cycle performance of the battery.

Graphical abstract: Interconnected 3D fluorinated graphene host enables an ultrastable lithium metal anode
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Revisiting the synthesis of the benzothioxanthene imide five decades later

Updated synthesis of the BTI from cheap commercially available reactants in less than 4 hours owing to microwave irradiations through a two step and column-free procedure.

Graphical abstract: Revisiting the synthesis of the benzothioxanthene imide five decades later
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NiOOH@Cobalt copper carbonate hydroxide nanorods as bifunctional electrocatalysts for highly efficient water and hydrazine oxidation

NiOOH@cobalt copper carbonate hydroxide nanorods demonstrate enhanced electrocatalytic activity toward hydrazine oxidation reaction (HzOR) and oxygen evolution reaction, enabling energy-saving hydrogen production with the assistance of the HzOR.

Graphical abstract: NiOOH@Cobalt copper carbonate hydroxide nanorods as bifunctional electrocatalysts for highly efficient water and hydrazine oxidation
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Meso bromination and derivatization of synthetic bacteriochlorins

Twelve bacteriochlorin building blocks featuring meso-substitution have been prepared including a set with finely tuned long-wavelength absorption (725–757 nm) for studies in photonics.

Graphical abstract: Meso bromination and derivatization of synthetic bacteriochlorins
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Synthesis of bacteriochlorins bearing diverse β-substituents

Eleven bacteriochlorins have been prepared for surface attachment, bioconjugation, water-solubilization, vibrational studies, and elaboration into multichromophore arrays.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis of bacteriochlorins bearing diverse β-substituents
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Fabrication of a novel heteroepitaxial structure from an MOF-on-MOF architecture as a photocatalyst for highly efficient Cr(VI) reduction

Ce-on-Zr-MOF-808, a novel MOF-on-MOF hybrid used for efficient chromium reduction under visible-light irradiation.

Graphical abstract: Fabrication of a novel heteroepitaxial structure from an MOF-on-MOF architecture as a photocatalyst for highly efficient Cr(vi) reduction
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Two-phase synthesis of Fe doped cerium phosphate ultra-fine nanocrystals for efficient oxygen evolution

An enhanced OER catalyst based on Fe doped CePO4 exhibits higher turnover frequency, more active sites and more oxygen vacancies than CePO4.

Graphical abstract: Two-phase synthesis of Fe doped cerium phosphate ultra-fine nanocrystals for efficient oxygen evolution
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A biomass-derived N-doped porous carbon catalyst for the aerobic dehydrogenation of nitrogen heterocycles

N-doped porous carbon (NC) was synthesized from sugar cane bagasse, which is a sustainable and widely available biomass waste.

Graphical abstract: A biomass-derived N-doped porous carbon catalyst for the aerobic dehydrogenation of nitrogen heterocycles
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