Recent Studies on the Reaction of [X6O19]8− (X=Nb, Ta) Polyanions under Acidic Conditions
Recent advances SnS2-based nanomaterials as high performance anode for sodium ion batteries
Rational Design of Local Microenvironment for Electrocatalytic Water Splitting
Research progress on optimized membranes for vanadium redox flow batteries
The design of polymer electrolyte membranes with high chemical stability, high ion conductivity, low vanadium permeability and low cost is crucial for the development of vanadium redox flow batteries.
Review Article
Surface functionalization of metal–organic framework nanoparticle for overcoming biological barrier in cancer therapy
Surface modification of MOF particle for overcoming biological barriers.
Review Article
Advances in technical strategies for monitoring the reduction of platinum(IV) complexes
The reduction of Pt(IV) complexes can be monitored by various analytical techniques. These techniques hold significant promise in elucidating the mechanisms of Pt(IV) prodrug activation, aiding in the rational design of novel Pt(IV) prodrugs.
Luminescent iridium(III)–peptide bioconjugates for bioanalytical and biomedical applications
We describe the interactions between iridium(III) complexes and peptides and the emerging applications of iridium(III)–peptide bioconjugates in biomedical fields, summarizing and commenting on their widespread applications for bioimaging and therapy.
Prussian blue analogue-derived materials for photocatalysis
Prussian blue analogues (PBAs) have been widely studied in the field of photocatalysis. This review is focused on PBA-derived photocatalysts in terms of hydrogen evolution, water oxidation, and CO2 reduction. The challenges and prospects for PBA-derived materials for photocatalysis are presented.
State-of-the-art strategies for the synthesis of zeolite-encapsulated subnanometric metal clusters
Novel and conventional strategies for the synthesis of zeolite-encapsulated subnanometric metal clusters are reviewed. Further perspectives for the rational design of zeolite-encapsulated subnanometric metal clusters are analyzed.
Recent progress on the photocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction over a metal sulfide cocatalyst-mediated carbon nitride system
Modification strategy and synthesis method of a metal sulfide-mediated carbon nitride photocatalytic H2 production system.
Recent progress in aluminum anodes for high-performance rechargeable aqueous Al-ion batteries
This review discusses the recent advances in the aluminum metal anodes, alloy anodes, and intercalated anodes used for rechargeable aqueous Al-ion batteries.
Review Article
Porphyrin-based MOFs for photocatalysis in water: advancements in solar fuels generation and pollutants degradation
This review highlights the recent advances in the photocatalytic applications of porphyrin-based MOFs in aqueous environments for solar fuel generation and water remediation.
Critical insights into the recent advancements and future prospects of zinc ion battery electrolytes in aqueous systems
In recent years, aqueous zinc ion batteries (ZIBs) have emerged as promising candidates for energy storage systems due to their inherent safety, environmental friendliness, and cost-effectiveness.
Pt(IV) anticancer prodrugs bearing an oxaliplatin scaffold: what do we know about their bioactivity?
Oxaliplatin(IV) prodrugs, classified by the role of their axial ligands, are presented with a focus on their in vitro stability and activity in in vivo models, illustrating their potential to address current Pt-based chemotherapy's main limitations.
Recent progress on modulating luminescence thermal quenching properties of Bi3+-activated phosphors
Four design strategies for modulating the luminescence thermal quenching properties of Bi3+-activated phosphors are proposed: (1) defect engineering; (2) structural modulation; (3) lattice structure rigidity; and (4) energy transfer.
Advancing biomedical applications of polyoxometalate-based metal–organic frameworks: from design to therapeutic potential
The review covers POMOF materials synthesis, modification, and unique properties, focusing on biomedical sensors and therapies. Finally, the review summarises the challenges and developments of POMOFs in biomedicine.
Covalent organic framework based photocatalysts for efficient visible-light driven hydrogen peroxide production
This review comprehensively summarized and discussed the up-to-date application of COF-based photocatalysts for efficient H2O2 photosynthesis, aiming to provide constructive guidance for the fast development of this field.
Tailoring co-catalysts on Si photocathodes for efficient photoelectrochemical CO2 reduction: recent progress and prospects of deposition methods
This review examines recent advancements in co-catalyst design and loading strategies for photoelectrochemical CO2 reduction, emphasizing deposition methods such as physical vapor deposition, drop-casting, and photo/electrodeposition.
Interface engineering of lithium metal anodes via atomic and molecular layer deposition
Atomic and molecular layer deposition (ALD and MLD) are two promising tools for practicing interface engineering of lithium metal anodes precisely.
Gold nanoparticles cross cell-subcellular barriers for biological regulation
Major biological barriers for nanomedicines to cross to reach target sites are the blood barrier, blood–tissue barrier, transmembrane barrier and cell-cellular barrier.
Chemistry Frontiers
Magneto-chiral dichroism of chiral lanthanide complexes
This Perspective reviews the Magneto-Chiral Dichroism (MChD) investigations performed on chiral lanthanide complexes, highlights the crucial criteria to enhance the MChD performances and presents the main perspectives of this emerging field.
About this collection
Critical reviews, highlights and chemistry frontiers articles published in Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers during 2024 are collated as below for the benefit of readers.