RSC Advances  

XPS revealed Ag⁺ and Ag⁰ in biogenic vaterite CaCO₃–Ag microspheres. CMC and PSS capping agents influenced Ag species distribution. Polymorph transformations and vaterite's stability were highlighted.

ZnO nanoparticles impregnated polymer for the degradation of methyl blue dye with H₂O₂ sensing colorimetrically and fluorometrically.

Promising AuNPs were synthesized through reduction of gold chloride salt (Au³⁺) to gold nanoparticles (Au⁰) is carried out by phenolic compound as a reduction agent and flavonoid molecules as stabilizing agents by utilizing Jeju Hallabong peel extract.

Photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants is a green and effective route of wastewater treatment.

In this study, ferroelectricity in a distorted wurtzite-type structure of Sc-doped LiGaO₂ was investigated by using calculation and preparation/evaluation of epitaxial thin films.

The future directions of photocatalytic degradation of micropollutants (pharmaceuticals, dyes, pesticides, etc.) and its role in green fuel production from wastewater are discussed with several examples of modern photocatalysts.

The emergence and spread of antibiotic-resistant (AR) bacterial strains and biofilm-associated diseases have heightened concerns about exploring alternative bactericidal methods.

Burns are a global public health problem, which brings great challenges to public health and the economy.

Driving towards sustainable energy solutions: harnessing metal–organic framework/graphene oxide composites to propel high-efficiency smart supercapacitors.

As the concentrations of different neurotransmitters can indicate the presence of certain disorders affecting brain functions, quantitative analyses of neurotransmitters have attracted increasing attention in various fields.

In this study, Ag/AgBr–O-gCN samples with ternary Z-type heterojunctions were prepared by in situ photoreduction using water as the reducing agent for generating Ag/AgBr active species and oxygen doping.

Nanotechnology revolutionizes breast cancer treatment by improving drug delivery, overcoming barriers, and reducing side effects. This review highlights its potential and superiority over conventional methods, transforming breast cancer management.

Magnetic nanocomposite prepared by electron beam physical vapor deposition and magneto-mechanochemical synthesis improves antitumor effect and visualization in cancer nanotheranostics.

Copper complexes and temozolomide can be co-encapsulated within apoferritin.

A one-step melt-blown spinning process has been proposed for the production of bicomponent core/sheath (BCS) crimped fibers, which can be applied to high-efficiency, low-resistance air filtration.

CAP instigated self-assembly of L-tyrosine leading to the creation of novel supramolecular structures.

In this paper, the driving materials, driving mechanisms and application scenarios of light-driven soft microrobots are reviewed, and their advantages and limitations are discussed. Finally, we pointed out the challenges faced by light-driven soft micro robots and proposed corresponding solutions.

In the present study, we address the limitations of conventional surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) techniques for sensitive and stable detection of melamine in food products, especially dairy.

A patterned, stretchable, and fully elastomeric multiwalled carbon nanotube (MWCNT)/silver nanowire (Ag NW)/silicone rubber (SR) composite have been developed.

This study investigates the electrocatalytic water splitting capabilities of hexamethylene tetra-amine-linked NiCo-MOF, synthesized via hydrothermal approach. It reveals low overpotentials of 274 mV and 330 mV with Tafel slopes of 78 mV dec⁻¹ and 86 mV dec⁻¹ towards HER and OER respectively.

van der Waals heterostructure preparation based on hexagonal Sb and graphene, and its subsequent patterning through functionalization with benzyl substituents.

Developing low-cost and efficient photocatalyst/co-catalyst systems that promote CO₂ reduction remains a challenge.

The graphical abstract of the design and synthesis of a new magnetic nanobiocomposite based on cross-linked pectin–cellulose hydrogel substrate for in vitro hyperthermia of cancer therapy.