Themed collection Recent Review Articles
Tuning the optoelectronic properties of emerging solar absorbers through cation disorder engineering
Nanoscale, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR01148A
Opportunities and challenges in perovskite–organic thin-film tandem solar cells
In this work, we focus on perovskite–organic tandem solar cells (PO TSCs) with advantages in device performance, manufacturing cost, and diverse applications and conclude the critical factors influencing the future development of PO TSCs.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 8307-8316
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06602A
Genetically engineered cell-derived nanovesicles for cancer immunotherapy
The emergence of genetically engineered extracellular vesicles has marked a new epoch in cancer immunotherapy, presenting substantial clinical potentials.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 8317-8334
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06565K
The Design Engineering of Nano Catalyst for High Power Redox Flow Batteries
Nanoscale, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00689E
Strategies to alleviate distortive phase transformations in Li-ion intercalation reactions: an example with vanadium pentoxide
This mini-review highlights recent materials design strategies to alleviate distortive phase transformations in vanadium pentoxide materials for energy storage applications and characterization methods.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06138H
Recent Advances in Bismuth Oxychalcogenides Nanosheets for Sensing Applications
Nanoscale, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00821A
Light-Switching for Product Selectivity Control in Photocatalysis
Nanoscale, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00885E
Recent advances in photoelectrochemical hydrogen production using I–III–VI quantum dots
This minireview covers recent advances in photoelectrochemical hydrogen production using I–III–VI QDs, detailing the material design strategies.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR01040J
Supramolecular design as a route to high-performing organic electrodes
Supramolecular design principles are emerging as a powerful tool to manipulate organic cathode performance. In this review, we discuss how supramolecular interactions influence electrode behavior.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00292J
Recent advances in therapeutic engineered extracellular vesicles
This review introduces the modified methods of engineered EVs, summarizes the application of engineered EVs in preclinical and clinical trials, and discusses the opportunities and challenges for the clinical translation of surface-engineered EVs.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 7825-7840
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05470E
Lattice engineering of noble metal-based nanomaterials via metal–nonmetal interactions for catalytic applications
The recent development of lattice engineering, including lattice strain and lattice symmetry, in noble metal–light nonmetal binary nanocompounds and some of the core–shell nanostructures derived from them are discussed.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 7841-7861
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00561A
Recent trends in the transfer of graphene films
This review aims to outline future directions of the transfer techniques of graphene films, focusing on the application-specific transfer techniques, “all-dry transfer” compatible for batch transfer, and several new possible transfer-related applications.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 7862-7873
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05626K
Dendritic Nanoparticles for Immune Modulation: A potential next-generation nanocarrier for cancer immunotherapy
Nanoscale, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00635F
Recent advances in atomic cluster synthesis: a perspective from chemical elements
This review focuses on all substances that are regarded as cluster materials and makes a new attempt to provide a comprehensive understanding through categorizing and summarizing clusters based on their constituent elements in the periodic table.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06522G
Chemical Passivation of 2D Transition Metal Dichalcogenides: Strategies, Mechanisms, and Prospects for Optoelectronic Applications
Nanoscale, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06296A
Macrophage-modulating nanomedicine for cancer immunotherapy
We highlight the recent advances, discuss challenges, and propose future opportunities in nanomedicine-based strategies centered around macrophages for enhanced cancer immunotherapy.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 7378-7386
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06333J
Framework nucleic acids as promising reactive oxygen species scavengers for anti-inflammatory therapy
Framework nucleic acid nanomaterials possess excellent antioxidative and anti-inflammatory therapeutic properties through scavenging reactive oxygen species.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 7363-7377
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05844A
Smart materials for light control of droplets
Research work in light control of droplets is summarized from three aspects: underlying mechanism of light control of droplets, smart material design for light control of droplets, as well as the diverse applications of light control of droplets.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05593K
Nanostructure-based orbital angular momentum encryption and multiplexing
This review focuses on the study of encryption, multiplexing and demultiplexing of vortex beams based on nanostructure platforms.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00547C
Lanthanide-based nanomaterials for temperature sensing in the near-infrared spectral region: illuminating progress and challenges
This review highlights recent advancements in the development of lanthanide (Ln3+)-based nanothermometers, focusing on those operating in the near-infrared (NIR) spectral region and outlining key findings as well as remaining challenges.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00307A
Unleashing the potential: integrating nano-delivery systems with traditional Chinese medicine
This minireview summarizes the utility of integrating nano-delivery systems with TCM, emphasizing their capacity to enhance treatment efficacy, modernize TCM, and expand global accessibility.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06102G
Optical color routing enabled by deep learning
Enhanced by diverse color sorting techniques and deep learning, color routing at the nanoscale shows great potential in the image sensing field.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00105B
Gallium-based liquid metals as reaction media for nanomaterials synthesis
A comprehensive overview of the recent progress in synthesizing novel nanomaterials using Ga-based liquid metals as reaction media, detailing related properties, synthetic methods and future directions.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 6915-6933
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06566A
Micro/nanomotors for neuromodulation
Nanoscale, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00008K
Accelerating the prediction of inorganic surfaces with machine learning interatomic potentials
This minireview summarizes recent applications of machine learning interatomic potentials for predicting the stability and structures of solid-state surfaces.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 6365-6382
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06468A
Flexible and stretchable implantable devices for peripheral neuromuscular electrophysiology
The peripheral nervous and muscular system, a cornerstone of human physiology, plays a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless functioning of the human body.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 6402-6428
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05488H
Engineering strong man-made cellulosic fibers: a review of the wet spinning process based on cellulose nanofibrils
This review aims to summarize the timely progress of manufacturing high-performance nanocellulose-based fibers using wet spinning process.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 6383-6401
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06126D
Effect of dimensionality on the excitation wavelength dependence of the Fano-Raman line-shape: a brief review
Raman line shapes depending on the excitation wavelength is one of the confirmations for the presence of Fano resonance in any material, but the same is often not clearly visible in low dimensional materials owing to several system-specific reasons.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 6429-6441
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR00445G
Recent advances in the role of interfacial liquids in electrochemical reactions
This minireview examines how the interfacial liquid, comprising water molecules and ionic species, profoundly impacts key electrochemical reactions: HER, OER/ORR, and CO2RR/CORR.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 5903-5925
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06092F
Bio-inspired carbon electrodes for metal-ion batteries
This mini-review highlights advances in multi-dimensional carbon electrodes with bio-inspired principles for metal-ion batteries.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 5893-5902
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00226A
Wafer scale growth of single crystal two-dimensional van der Waals materials
This minireview focuses on wafer-scale synthesis of single-crystal 2D van der Waals thin films such as graphene, hBN and metal chalcogenides, summarizing the state-of-the-art synthesis routes, discussing the current challenges and future outlook.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 5941-5959
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06678A
Plasmon-enhanced second harmonic generation of metal nanostructures
In this review, the basic principles of plasmon-enhanced SHG, different methods to enhance the SHG intensity of metal nanostructures, and related applications of SHG based on metal nanostructures are introduced.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 5960-5975
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06675D
Nanostructured electrocatalysts for organic synthetic transformations
This minireview aims at highlighting the most recent advances in the production of electrocatalytically active nanomaterials and their applications in organic catalysis.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 5926-5940
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06669J
Recent advances in methods for live-cell RNA imaging
This minireview summarizes the most recent developments in live-cell RNA imaging technologies in mammalian cells.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 5537-5545
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00129J
Computational understanding of the coalescence of metallic nanoparticles: a mini review
This work provides a mini review on the state-of-the-art modelling and simulation of coalescence kinetics and mechanisms for metallic nanoparticles, including nanoparticles with the same and different elements, alloys and metal oxides.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 5521-5536
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06133G
Recent progress of high-performance in-plane zinc ion hybrid micro-supercapacitors: design, achievements, and challenges
New concepts, strategies, and latest developments of in-plane Zn ion hybrid MSCs as well as key challenges and future directions have been highlighted, which provides new insights into several kinds of emerging miniaturized energy storage devices.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 4542-4562
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06120E
Biomolecules meet organic frameworks: from synthesis strategies to diverse applications
This minireview concisely but comprehensively summarizes recent advances of bio-organic frameworks (BOFs) including their synthesis strategies and diverse applications.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 4529-4541
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05586H
Atomically precise Au and Ag nanoclusters doped with a single atom as model alloy catalysts
This minireview focuses on single-atom doping effects on thermal catalysis, electrocatalysis, and photocatalysis of atomically precise gold or silver nanoclusters.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 4514-4528
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05857C
Determination of local pH in CO2 electroreduction
The localized pH determination method is highly desirable to understand and control the local pH effects in CO2 electroreduction.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 3926-3935
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06357G
Stimuli-responsive nanoparticle self-assembly at complex fluid interfaces: a new insight into dynamic surface chemistry
Current advances in designing stimuli-responsive core/shell nanoparticle assemblies focus on reversible nanoparticle surface chemistry and experimental methods for air/liquid, liquid/liquid, and polymer interfaces.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 3951-3968
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05990A
Two-dimensional materials as catalysts, interfaces, and electrodes for an efficient hydrogen evolution reaction
Two-dimensional materials with various electronic properties were utilized as electrodes, interlayers, and catalysts in catalytic electrodes for the hydrogen evolution reaction.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 3936-3950
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00147H
Biomacromolecule-tagged nanoscale constructs for crossing the blood–brain barrier
This mini-review highlights the most recent advances in the design and application of synthetic nanoscale constructs that utilize biomacromolecular ligands (peptides, nucleic acids, carbohydrates) to target and cross the blood-brain barrier (BBB).
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 3969-3976
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06154J
Multiscale effects in tandem CO2 electrolysis to C2+ products
CO2 electrolysis to multicarbon products can be promoted by tandem catalysis. Here we provide an overview of different effects at a range of length scales to identify how catalyst and device design can promote C2+ selectivity.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 3915-3925
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05547G
Methanol recovery: potential of nanolaminate organic solvent nanofiltration (OSN) membranes
Researchers have made a significant breakthrough by merging the energy-saving attribute of organic solvent nanofiltration with the remarkable solvent permeance and solute rejection of two-dimensional (2D) laminated membranes.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 3393-3416
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05611B
3D mixed ion/electron-conducting scaffolds for stable sodium metal anodes
This review highlights advances in 3D MIEC scaffolds for Na metal anodes. It delves into the regulation of Na deposition behaviors, the improved kinetics, and the pivotal role of MIEC scaffolds in stabilizing the electrode-electrolyte interface.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 3379-3392
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05814J
Recent progress in biosensor regeneration techniques
Biosensors are widely applied in biomarker detection. Their widespread use necessitates regeneration methods to ensure cost-effectiveness and sustainability. This mini-review systematically summarizes recently reported regeneration techniques.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 2834-2846
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05456J
Nanomedicines for targeted pulmonary delivery: receptor-mediated strategy and alternatives
In this review, we provide a comprehensive overview and analysis of the current advancements in nanomedicines for targeted pulmonary delivery.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 2820-2833
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05487J
Recent research progress on building C–N bonds via electrochemical NOx reduction
Building C–N bonds via electrochemical NOx reduction provides an attractive strategy to upgrade waste NOx species into valuable organonitrogen products. Here we review the recent advances and highlight the key strategies and challenges in this area.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 2805-2819
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06151E
Organic nanomotors: emerging versatile nanobots
This minireview presents the recent progress on organic nanomotors using stimulus-responsive organic fuels/engines as organic kinetic systems.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 2789-2804
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05995B
Development of polypeptide-based materials toward messenger RNA delivery
As a promising prophylactic and therapeutic strategy, polypeptide-based mRNA delivery systems attract significant interest because of their low cost, simple preparation, tuneable sizes and morphology, biocompatibility, and biodegradability.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 2250-2264
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05635J
Carbon quantum dots (CQDs)-modified polymers: a review of non-optical applications
CQD–polymer composite structure for enhanced self-healing and shape memory characteristics.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 2265-2288
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR04997C
Acidic CO2 electroreduction for high CO2 utilization: catalysts, electrodes, and electrolyzers
This minireview highlights recent advancements and perspectives on the electrochemical CO2 reduction reactions (CO2RR) in acidic environments, covering strategies from the nanoscale to the bulk scale.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 2235-2249
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05480B
Designing nanodiscs as versatile platforms for on-demand therapy
This review summarizes the classifications, advantages, and applications of nanodiscs in disease therapy.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 2220-2234
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05457H
Deformation mechanisms in high entropy alloys: a minireview of short-range order effects
The effects of short-range order (SRO) on defect behaviors in high entropy alloys with examples of vacancy migration and dislocation slip. SRO introduces excess energies that are not present in random alloys which impacts the defect metallurgy.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 1650-1663
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05251F
Protein-guided biomimetic nanomaterials: a versatile theranostic nanoplatform for biomedical applications
This article reviews the general principles and strategies for constructing protein-mineralized nanomaterials (PMNMs). Subsequently, the progress of PMNMs in bioimaging, anti-tumor, anti-bacterial, and anti-inflammatory therapies is summarized.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 1633-1649
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05495K
Artificial enzyme innovations in electrochemical devices: advancing wearable and portable sensing technologies
With the rapid evolution of sensing technologies, the integration of nanoscale catalysts, particularly those mimicking enzymatic functions, into electrochemical devices has surfaced as a pivotal advancement.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 44-60
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05728C
Electrospinning-derived transition metal/carbon nanofiber composites as electrocatalysts for Zn-air batteries
The morphology, mechanism and application of TM/CNF composites.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 8286-8306
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00389F
Role of the ZnO electron transport layer in PbS colloidal quantum dot solar cell yield
This review highlights recent advancements in the zinc oxide electron transport layer for PbS colloidal quantum dot solar cells.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 8273-8285
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06558H
Cell membrane coated nanoparticles: cutting-edge drug delivery systems for osteoporosis therapy
The review delves into exploring diverse cellular sources for coating nanoparticles to treat osteoporosis. Furthermore, it highlights the pivotal role of these nanoparticles in restoring the immune microenvironment, offering promising avenues for combating osteoporosis.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 8236-8255
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06264C
Microorganism-derived extracellular vesicles: emerging contributors to female reproductive health
Extracellular vesicles from vaginal microorganisms mediate women's health outcomes and provide insight into new therapeutic options for gynecologic disease.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 8216-8235
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR05524H
Enzyme-mimic catalytic activities and biomedical applications of noble metal nanoclusters
This review delves into enzyme-mimic catalysis of metal nanoclusters based on a hierarchical structure scheme reminiscent of proteins. Biomedical applications established by the enzyme-mimic catalysis of clusters have also been outlined.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 8196-8215
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00282B
High-entropy-based nano-materials for sustainable environmental applications
A comprehensive overview of high entropy materials (HEMs), encompassing their sustainable energy and environmental applications.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 8256-8272
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00474D
Recent advances in batch production of transfer-free graphene
Nanoscale, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR01339E
Emerging trends in metal oxide-based electronic noses for healthcare applications: a review
This review explores recent progress in metal oxide semiconductor-based electronic noses, focusing on fabrication methods, data analysis techniques, disease detection potential, healthcare applications, challenges, and prospects.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00073K
Nanostructured CeO2 photocatalysts: optimizing surface chemistry, morphology, and visible-light absorption
This review highlights the often-misunderstood physics of charge excitation and polaron formation in CeO2-based photocatalysts. We review strategies to control CeO2 morphology, surface chemistry, and visible-light absorption.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00676C
Self-powered photodetectors: a device engineering perspective
Exploring advancements in self-powered photodetectors through device engineering and leveraging additional effects such as pyro-phototronic, piezo-phototronic, and surface plasmonics techniques.
Nanoscale, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00607K
Advances in flame synthesis of nano-scale architectures for chemical, biomolecular, plasmonic, and light sensing
This review highlights the versatility of flame synthesis in synthesizing advanced nanostructures for enhanced chemical, biomolecular, plasmonic, and light sensing applications.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 7752-7785
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00321G
Chemical vapor deposition growth of graphene and other nanomaterials with 3D architectures towards electrocatalysis and secondary battery-related applications
This review provides the recent progress, challenges, and future prospects for the CVD growth of graphene, TMDCs and their hybrids with 3D architectures, as well as their applications in the electrocatalytic HER and various secondary batteries.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 7734-7751
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NR06143D
Nanozymes with biomimetically designed properties for cancer treatment
The therapeutic efficacy of nanozymes, which have wide applications in cancer treatment, can be enhanced by various biomimetic design strategies, from structural and process mimicry to advanced functional biomimicry.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 7786-7824
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00155A
Recent advances in the interfacial engineering of MOF-based mixed matrix membranes for gas separation
This is a comprehensive review for resolving compatibility challenges in fabricating practical metal–organic framework composite membranes for gas separation.
Nanoscale, 2024,16, 7716-7733
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NR00096J
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