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A new sol–gel route towards Nd3+-doped SiO2–LaF3 glass-ceramics for photonic applications
Optical luminescence emission of 0.9Nd3+–80SiO2–LaF3 glass ceramic.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 3589-3596
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00708K
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Oxidative ionothermal synthesis for micro and macro Zn-based materials
Zn-Based materials produced by direct oxidation of metallic zinc in aqueous [C4C1im]Cl solutions.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 3597-3604
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00660B
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Cytotoxicity induced by new spiral mesoporous silica nanorods via specific surface area and ROS accumulation in HeLa cells
Results indicated that the effect of MSNRs on cell viability and cellular oxidative stress was related to specific surface area.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 3556-3564
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00199F
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Mimicking bone–metal exchanges with synthetic nanocrystalline apatites
A chemical system accounting for metallic cation exchange between blood plasma and bone mineral has been developed. After a first step ensuring Ca and P equilibria, the model has been employed to characterize U(VI) interaction with bone mineral.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 3292-3301
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00398K
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Overview of sterilization methods for UHMWPE through surface analysis
A comprehensive study on the effects of sterilization methods on UHMWPE is reported, highlighting surface properties and biological outcomes.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 3243-3255
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00772B
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Area-selective Ru ALD by amorphous carbon modification using H plasma: from atomistic modeling to full wafer process integration
Selective ALD of Ru on Si-based materials with simultaneous ALD inhibition on the amorphous carbon surface enabled by remote H plasma.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 3049-3057
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00462F
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All solution-processed ITO free flexible organic light-emitting diodes
A top-emitting organic light-emitting diode is fabricated by a solution-process exclusively, using a PEDOT:PSS formulation with a low contact angle.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 2755-2762
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00618A
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One-pot hydrothermal synthesis of molybdenum nickel sulfide with graphene quantum dots as a novel conductive additive for enhanced supercapacitive performance
3D flower-like GQD induced metal doped nickel sulfide was grown on Ni-foam. The MNS-G-2.5 composite delivered a superior specific capacitance and an impressive cyclic stability. In addition, the MNS-G-2.5//rGO ASC has an exceptional energy density.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 2763-2772
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00593B
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Nitrogen doping-induced local structure change in a Cr2Ge2Te6 inverse resistance phase-change material
This work investigated the phase change mechanism of a nitrogen-doped Cr2Ge2Te6 phase change material via Raman scattering.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 2426-2432
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00554A
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Origin of resistive-switching behaviors of chemical solution deposition-derived BiFeO3 thin-film memristors
Ferroelectric-oxide memristors show more prominent advantages, such as ultra-fast reading and writing speed and extremely low energy consumption. However, the origin of the resistive-switching of ferroelectric memristors has been controversial.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 2117-2123
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00488J
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Anisotropic optical properties of GeS investigated by optical absorption and photoreflectance
We present a comprehensive study of bulk GeS optical properties and their anisotropy, by investigation of the fundamental band gap of the material and the energetically higher direct transitions.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 1886-1894
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00146E
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Iron oxide nanoparticle incorporated cement mortar composite: correlation between physico-chemical and physico-mechanical properties
Incorporation of iron oxide nanoparticles into cement mortar composites enhances the formation of hydration products and the physico-mechanical performances of the composite construct.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 1835-1840
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00295J
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Exploring material chemistry for direct ink writing of reactively formed conductors
Rational design of a reactive material for 3D printing robust electrical conductors which can be integrated into parts or systems.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 1151-1160
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00148A
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Tailoring the ORR selectivity for H2O2 electrogeneration by modification of Printex L6 carbon with 1,4-naphthoquinone: a theoretical, experimental and environmental application study
Printex L6 carbon exhibited an increase in H2O2 selectivity by modification with 1.0% (w/w) 1,4-naphthoquinone (NQE).
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 1318-1329
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00290A
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Formulation of mix design for 3D printing of geopolymers: a machine learning approach
This work evaluates the application of machine learning in the construction automation.
Mater. Adv., 2020,1, 720-727
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0MA00036A
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This collection celebrates new corresponding authors who choose Materials Advances to publish their work with the RSC for the first time.
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