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Recent development and prospects of surface modification and biomedical applications of MXenes

MXenes, as a novel kind of two-dimensional (2D) materials, were first discovered by Gogotsi et al. in 2011.

Graphical abstract: Recent development and prospects of surface modification and biomedical applications of MXenes
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Plasmonic metamaterials for chiral sensing applications

Here, we will discuss the principles of recent issues in chiral sensing of plasmonic metamaterials, including suggested formulas for signal enhancement of chiral plasmonic sensors, and studies on platforms that employ different sensing mechanisms.

Graphical abstract: Plasmonic metamaterials for chiral sensing applications
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Phototherapy with layered materials derived quantum dots

This review highlights the recent progress of various layered nanomaterials based quantum dots (QDs) for photodynamic and photothermal therapy.

Graphical abstract: Phototherapy with layered materials derived quantum dots
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Modulation engineering of 2D MXene-based compounds for metal-ion batteries

State-of-the-art advances in MXene-based compounds for rechargeable metal-ion batteries.

Graphical abstract: Modulation engineering of 2D MXene-based compounds for metal-ion batteries
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Moist-electric generation

A systematical discussion on moist-electric generation from work mechanism, the recent progress in advanced materials to practical applications.

Graphical abstract: Moist-electric generation
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Recent advances in nanoparticulate biomimetic catalysts for combating bacteria and biofilms

Nanozymes have been proved to be promising materials for combating bacteria and biofilms under mild conditions. In this review, we have summarized the recent progress of nanozymes in this highly active field.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in nanoparticulate biomimetic catalysts for combating bacteria and biofilms
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Synthesis, applications and potential photoluminescence mechanism of spectrally tunable carbon dots

Due to the prominent characteristics of carbon dots, such as inexpensive precursors, low toxicity, and intrinsic fluorescence, they are regarded as potential candidates to replace traditional quantum dots.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis, applications and potential photoluminescence mechanism of spectrally tunable carbon dots
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Probing the dynamic evolution of lithium dendrites: a review of in situ/operando characterization for lithium metallic batteries

During the operation of lithium metal batteries, the direct observation of the evolving characteristics of the deposited lithium is rather challenging in consideration of the requirements for the fast-tracking and high spatial resolution of the signals within native organic electrolytes.

Graphical abstract: Probing the dynamic evolution of lithium dendrites: a review of in situ/operando characterization for lithium metallic batteries
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2D and 3D nanostructuring strategies for thermoelectric materials

Recent progress and research trends for 2D and 3D nanostructures in thermoelectric applications.

Graphical abstract: 2D and 3D nanostructuring strategies for thermoelectric materials
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Isothermal titration calorimetry as a complementary method for investigating nanoparticle–protein interactions

Isothermal titration calorimetry (ITC) is a complementary technique that can be used for investigations of protein adsorption on nanomaterials, as it quantifies the thermodynamic parameters of intermolecular interactions in situ.

Graphical abstract: Isothermal titration calorimetry as a complementary method for investigating nanoparticle–protein interactions
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Recent advances of AIE dots in NIR imaging and phototherapy

This review highlights various strategies to develop AIE dots through controlling different energy decay pathways for applications in NIR bioimaging and phototherapy.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances of AIE dots in NIR imaging and phototherapy
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Towards fast-charging technologies in Li+/Na+ storage: from the perspectives of pseudocapacitive materials and non-aqueous hybrid capacitors

Pseudocapacitive materials and non-aqueous hybrid capacitors represent promising strategies to realize fast-charging technologies. This minireview provides fundamentals and recent developments of these two growing research fields.

Graphical abstract: Towards fast-charging technologies in Li+/Na+ storage: from the perspectives of pseudocapacitive materials and non-aqueous hybrid capacitors
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Perspectives for Ag2S NIR-II nanoparticles in biomedicine: from imaging to multifunctionality

A critical analysis of the synthesis routes, properties and optical features of Ag2S nanoparticles is presented. The future perspectives of this material for advanced bioimaging are discussed.

Graphical abstract: Perspectives for Ag2S NIR-II nanoparticles in biomedicine: from imaging to multifunctionality
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Fusion growth patterns in atomically precise metal nanoclusters

This mini-Review summarizes the fusion growth patterns of metal nanoclusters based upon M4, M13 and M14 building blocks.

Graphical abstract: Fusion growth patterns in atomically precise metal nanoclusters
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Carbon dots: advances in nanocarbon applications

We highlight the recent progress in the practical applications of C-Dots, with particular attention to the research in light-emitting devices, bioimaging and biodetection, catalysis, functional materials, and agriculture.

Graphical abstract: Carbon dots: advances in nanocarbon applications
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Nanoinformatics, and the big challenges for the science of small things

The combination of computational chemistry and computational materials science with machine learning and artificial intelligence provides a powerful way of relating structural features of nanomaterials with functional properties.

Graphical abstract: Nanoinformatics, and the big challenges for the science of small things
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Recent advances in plasma modification of 2D transition metal dichalcogenides

Plasma processing is effective in diverse modifications of nanoscale 2D-TMDC materials, owing to its uniquely controllable, effective and clean characteristics.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in plasma modification of 2D transition metal dichalcogenides
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Decentralized manufacturing for biomimetics through cooperation of digitization and nanomaterial design

Decentralized manufacturing is advocated to promote biomimetic manufacturing through the cooperation of digitization-based 3D printing technology and nanomaterials design.

Graphical abstract: Decentralized manufacturing for biomimetics through cooperation of digitization and nanomaterial design
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Advances in portable electrospinning devices for in situ delivery of personalized wound care

Kinds of portable electrospinning devices for in situ personal wound care including hand-held spinneret, battery powered and generator powered ones were reviewed.

Graphical abstract: Advances in portable electrospinning devices for in situ delivery of personalized wound care
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Recent advances in flexible aqueous zinc-based rechargeable batteries

Recent advances in flexible Zn batteries are reviewed in terms of cathode, anode, electrolyte, scaffold and assembly technology.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in flexible aqueous zinc-based rechargeable batteries
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Reduction of carbon dioxide on photoexcited nanoparticles of VIII group metals

This review overviews the emerging research of photocatalytic reduction of carbon dioxide on nanoparticles of group VIII transition metals.

Graphical abstract: Reduction of carbon dioxide on photoexcited nanoparticles of VIII group metals
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Biomedical and bioimaging applications of 2D pnictogens and transition metal dichalcogenides

Multifunctional platforms will play a key role and gain more prominence in the field of personalized healthcare worldwide in the near future due to the ever-increasing number of patients suffering from cancer.

Graphical abstract: Biomedical and bioimaging applications of 2D pnictogens and transition metal dichalcogenides
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HZIF-based hybrids for electrochemical energy applications

Hybrid zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (HZIFs) possess the characteristics of both ZIFs and inorganic zeolites, attracting tremendous attention for their potential applications in electrochemical energy storage and conversion.

Graphical abstract: HZIF-based hybrids for electrochemical energy applications
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Metal and metal-oxide nanozymes: bioenzymatic characteristics, catalytic mechanism, and eco-environmental applications

This review highlights the available studies on the enzymatic characteristics and catalytic mechanisms of natural enzymes and artificial metal and metal-oxide nanozymes in the removal and transformation of phenolic contaminants.

Graphical abstract: Metal and metal-oxide nanozymes: bioenzymatic characteristics, catalytic mechanism, and eco-environmental applications
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Epitaxial graphene/silicon carbide intercalation: a minireview on graphene modulation and unique 2D materials

Intercalation of atomic species through epitaxial graphene on silicon carbide began only a few years following its initial report in 2004.

Graphical abstract: Epitaxial graphene/silicon carbide intercalation: a minireview on graphene modulation and unique 2D materials
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Hierarchical fibers for water collection inspired by spider silk

The “wet-rebuilt” process of spider silk is considered an effective strategy for water collection. In this review, we give an advanced perspective on the fabrication and water-collection mechanisms from natural spider silks to functional fibers.

Graphical abstract: Hierarchical fibers for water collection inspired by spider silk
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Graphitic carbon nitride-based nanocomposites and their biological applications: a review

Graphitic carbon nitrides present the finest energy gap and catalysis function and can be applied for biosensing, bioimaging, and therapy.

Graphical abstract: Graphitic carbon nitride-based nanocomposites and their biological applications: a review
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Bidirectional charge-transfer behavior in carbon-based hybrid nanomaterials

This review highlights construction and study of molecular and supramolecular donor–acceptor constructs derived by linking photosensitizers to various nanocarbons in governing directional electron transfer.

Graphical abstract: Bidirectional charge-transfer behavior in carbon-based hybrid nanomaterials
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Biocompatibility of artificial micro/nanomotors for use in biomedicine

This review focuses on the biocompatibility of micro/nano-motors (MNMs) with regard to the fabrication materials and propulsion mechanisms. The future prospective and suggestions on the development of MNMs towards practical biomedical applications are also proposed.

Graphical abstract: Biocompatibility of artificial micro/nanomotors for use in biomedicine
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Boron nitride: a promising material for proton exchange membranes for energy applications

Boron nitride (BN) is an exciting material and has drawn the attention of researchers for the last decade due to its surprising properties, including large surface area, thermomechanical stability, and high chemical resistance.

Graphical abstract: Boron nitride: a promising material for proton exchange membranes for energy applications
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Ferritin variants: inspirations for rationally designing protein nanocarriers

Ferritin is endowed with a unique structure and the ability to self-assemble. Besides, genetic manipulation can easily tune the structure and functions of ferritin nanocages, which further expands the biomedical applications of ferritin.

Graphical abstract: Ferritin variants: inspirations for rationally designing protein nanocarriers
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Heterogeneous gold catalysts for selective hydrogenation: from nanoparticles to atomically precise nanoclusters

Gold nanocatalysts with different sizes (nanoparticles and nanoclusters) show different catalytic performances for various selective hydrogenation reactions.

Graphical abstract: Heterogeneous gold catalysts for selective hydrogenation: from nanoparticles to atomically precise nanoclusters
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Latest progress in constructing solid-state Z scheme photocatalysts for water splitting

Artificial Z scheme photocatalysis has been considered as a promising strategy for producing a clean energy source of hydrogen gas.

Graphical abstract: Latest progress in constructing solid-state Z scheme photocatalysts for water splitting
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Nanocarbon materials in water disinfection: state-of-the-art and future directions

The major modes of using nanocarbon materials for water disinfection: hydrogel filters, filtration membranes, recyclable aggregates, electrochemical devices, and photocatalysts.

Graphical abstract: Nanocarbon materials in water disinfection: state-of-the-art and future directions
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Nanomaterials with a photothermal effect for antibacterial activities: an overview

Nanomaterials and photothermal conversion nanotechnologies have been expected to provide innovative platforms for addressing antibacterial challenges, with potential to even deal with bacterial infections involving drug-resistance.

Graphical abstract: Nanomaterials with a photothermal effect for antibacterial activities: an overview
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Recent advances in micro-supercapacitors

Micro-supercapacitors (MSCs) possessing the remarkable features of high electrochemical performance and relatively small volume are promising candidates for energy storage in micro-devices.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in micro-supercapacitors
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Bionicomposites

Incorporating nanomaterials in living systems could force the latter to produce “bionicomposites”.

Graphical abstract: Bionicomposites
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Blue perovskite light-emitting diodes: progress, challenges and future directions

We report on the progress, challenges and future directions of blue perovskite light-emitting diodes to facilitate their further development.

Graphical abstract: Blue perovskite light-emitting diodes: progress, challenges and future directions
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On the role of driving force in water transport through nanochannels within graphene oxide laminates

The comprehensive understanding of water transport in GO membranes is of great interest.

Graphical abstract: On the role of driving force in water transport through nanochannels within graphene oxide laminates
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Recent progress in transition metal phosphides with enhanced electrocatalysis for hydrogen evolution

The latest advances and perspectives in the development of TMP-based catalysts with enhanced electrocatalysis for hydrogen evolution.

Graphical abstract: Recent progress in transition metal phosphides with enhanced electrocatalysis for hydrogen evolution
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Atomic layer deposition for membrane interface engineering

Atomic layer deposition represents a burgeoning and appealing technique for membrane interface engineering.

Graphical abstract: Atomic layer deposition for membrane interface engineering
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The wettability of gas bubbles: from macro behavior to nano structures to applications

At the center of the image are two models of bubble wettability underwater, superaerophobicity and superaerophilicity. Around the image are the macroscopic behavior and microstructures of organisms in nature related to bubble wettability.

Graphical abstract: The wettability of gas bubbles: from macro behavior to nano structures to applications
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Oxygen plasmas: a sharp chisel and handy trowel for nanofabrication

Oxygen plasmas feature certain properties that make them attractive not only for material removal via etching and sputtering, but also for driving and sustaining nucleation and growth of various nanostructures in plasma bulk and on plasma-exposed surfaces.

Graphical abstract: Oxygen plasmas: a sharp chisel and handy trowel for nanofabrication
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New opportunities for efficient N2 fixation by nanosheet photocatalysts

Catalytic ammonia synthesis from dinitrogen (N2) under mild conditions has been considered to be the “holy grail” of N2 fixation, which is one of the most important chemical processes in the agriculture, biological and industrial fields.

Graphical abstract: New opportunities for efficient N2 fixation by nanosheet photocatalysts
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The aerolysin nanopore: from peptidomic to genomic applications

The aerolysin pore (ARP) is a newly emerging nanopore that is richly charged, extensively used for peptide and protein sensing, as well as DNA sensing by different mechanisms.

Graphical abstract: The aerolysin nanopore: from peptidomic to genomic applications
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Plasmonics with two-dimensional semiconductors: from basic research to technological applications

Herein, we discuss the features, applications, open challenges and prospects of plasmonics with various classes of two-dimensional semiconductors “beyond graphene”.

Graphical abstract: Plasmonics with two-dimensional semiconductors: from basic research to technological applications
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Photodynamic therapy in 3D cancer models and the utilisation of nanodelivery systems

Testing Photodynamic Therapy (PDT) using nanoparticles on cells embedded in a 3-dimensional scaffold.

Graphical abstract: Photodynamic therapy in 3D cancer models and the utilisation of nanodelivery systems
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Current progress in black phosphorus materials and their applications in electrochemical energy storage

Recently, a new two-dimensional material, single- or few-layered black phosphorus (BP), has attracted considerable attention for applications in electrochemical energy storage, due to its ultrahigh theoretical capacity, and can hopefully become commercialized in the near future.

Graphical abstract: Current progress in black phosphorus materials and their applications in electrochemical energy storage
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Silicon-based nanotheranostics

The unique properties of mesoporous silicon, silica and organosilica nanoparticles allow designing multifunctional nanoarchitectures for imaging and targeted therapy.

Graphical abstract: Silicon-based nanotheranostics
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Strong coupling of emitters to single plasmonic nanoparticles: exciton-induced transparency and Rabi splitting

This Feature Article reviews theory and experiments for quantum-mechanical strong coupling between excitons and plasmons in single metal nanostructures.

Graphical abstract: Strong coupling of emitters to single plasmonic nanoparticles: exciton-induced transparency and Rabi splitting
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Enhanced two-photon absorption of ligated silver and gold nanoclusters: theoretical and experimental assessments

Ligated silver and gold nanoclusters belonging to a non-scalable size regime with molecular-like discrete electronic states represent an emerging class of extremely interesting optical materials.

Graphical abstract: Enhanced two-photon absorption of ligated silver and gold nanoclusters: theoretical and experimental assessments
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Exploring T-carbon for energy applications

T-carbon is a theoretically predicted but also a recently experimentally synthesized carbon allotrope, which is a promising material for next-generation energy applications. Due to its unique and fantastic properties, T-carbon can be potentially used in thermoelectrics, hydrogen storage, lithium ion batteries, etc.

Graphical abstract: Exploring T-carbon for energy applications
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Impact of nanoparticles on amyloid peptide and protein aggregation: a review with a focus on gold nanoparticles

The accelerating and inhibiting effects of nanoparticles on amyloid peptide aggregation are discussed for varying nanoparticle and peptide properties in the context of recent studies.

Graphical abstract: Impact of nanoparticles on amyloid peptide and protein aggregation: a review with a focus on gold nanoparticles
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Stabilization of noble metal nanostructures for catalysis and sensing

This feature article reviews our recent advances in the stabilization of noble metal nanocrystals for catalysis and sensing applications.

Graphical abstract: Stabilization of noble metal nanostructures for catalysis and sensing
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Chiral metamaterials via Moiré stacking

With their highly tunable chiroptical responses in combination with cost-effective and scalable fabrication, chiral metamaterials via moiré stacking are promising for a wide range of applications.

Graphical abstract: Chiral metamaterials via Moiré stacking
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Towards structural biology with super-resolution microscopy

The combination of DNA nanotechnology and single-molecule biochemistry allows the first step towards the investigation of the structural organization of a protein via SR microscopy.

Graphical abstract: Towards structural biology with super-resolution microscopy
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Native DNA electronics: is it a matter of nanoscale assembly?

Polyamines and phosphates interact in the cell nucleus to form cyclic modules (the nuclear aggregates of polyamines) that wrap the entire DNA. The resulting nanotubes have semiconducting features, and potentially, both shuttle the binding proteins and twist the histones.

Graphical abstract: Native DNA electronics: is it a matter of nanoscale assembly?
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Physical stimuli-responsive liposomes and polymersomes as drug delivery vehicles based on phase transitions in the membrane

Crystalline and liquid crystalline phases in the membrane lead to intriguing morphologies of vesicles for drug release upon physical stimulation.

Graphical abstract: Physical stimuli-responsive liposomes and polymersomes as drug delivery vehicles based on phase transitions in the membrane
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Evaluation of mesoporous silica nanoparticles for oral drug delivery – current status and perspective of MSNs drug carriers

Mesoporous silica nanocarriers are discussed as potential oral drug delivery systems, focusing on their advantages and limitations, and future perspectives.

Graphical abstract: Evaluation of mesoporous silica nanoparticles for oral drug delivery – current status and perspective of MSNs drug carriers
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Wound dressings functionalized with silver nanoparticles: promises and pitfalls

Infections are the main reason why most people die from burns and diabetic wounds.

Graphical abstract: Wound dressings functionalized with silver nanoparticles: promises and pitfalls
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Self-healing conductive hydrogels: preparation, properties and applications

The self-healing mechanism and applications of conductive self-healing hydrogels are summarized and their future development direction is presented.

Graphical abstract: Self-healing conductive hydrogels: preparation, properties and applications
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Recent progress of TMD nanomaterials: phase transitions and applications

The diversity of electronic characteristics of TMDs ranging from the semiconducting, semi-metallic to metallic have broadened their application in catalysis, electrode materials and next-generation functional electronic devices.

Graphical abstract: Recent progress of TMD nanomaterials: phase transitions and applications
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Recent advances in soft functional materials: preparation, functions and applications

This review discusses the recent progress of three kinds of soft materials, namely gels, foams and elastomers, with emphasis on materials, properties and applications in flexible sensors, soft actuators, energy convention and storage.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in soft functional materials: preparation, functions and applications
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Progress in BiFeO3-based heterostructures: materials, properties and applications

The optical, electrical, magnetic, and valley properties and their interactions in morphology-varied BiFeO3-based heterostructures are highlighted, along with their applications.

Graphical abstract: Progress in BiFeO3-based heterostructures: materials, properties and applications
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Progress on particulate matter filtration technology: basic concepts, advanced materials, and performances

The PM (particulate matter)-induced haze problem has caused serious environmental and health concerns.

Graphical abstract: Progress on particulate matter filtration technology: basic concepts, advanced materials, and performances
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Tumor immune microenvironment modulation-based drug delivery strategies for cancer immunotherapy

This review highlight the TIME modulation with systematically summarized advances of cancer immunotherapeutic drug delivery strategies for effective cancer immunotherapy.

Graphical abstract: Tumor immune microenvironment modulation-based drug delivery strategies for cancer immunotherapy
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2D material broadband photodetectors

2D materials and their hybrid structures have high application prospects in broadband photodetection, making them promising complements to traditional schemes.

Graphical abstract: 2D material broadband photodetectors
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Multifunctional inorganic nanomaterials for energy applications

Multifunctional inorganic nanomaterials have been attracting increasing attention for various energy applications, such as energy generation, conversion, storage, saving and transmission.

Graphical abstract: Multifunctional inorganic nanomaterials for energy applications
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Liquid infused surfaces with anti-icing properties

In this review, we detail the excellent anti-icing performance of liquid infused surfaces inspired from Nepenthes. These icephobic surfaces possess promising potential for applying to solve the serious trouble caused by ice formation on solid surfaces.

Graphical abstract: Liquid infused surfaces with anti-icing properties
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An overview on the current understanding of the photophysical properties of metal nanoclusters and their potential applications

Photophysics of atomically precise metal nanoclusters (MNCs) is an emerging area of research due to their potential applications in optoelectronics, photovoltaics, sensing, bio-imaging and catalysis.

Graphical abstract: An overview on the current understanding of the photophysical properties of metal nanoclusters and their potential applications
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