Themed collection SDG7: Affordable and Clean Energy
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Recent advances in semiconductor heterojunctions: a detailed review of the fundamentals of photocatalysis, charge transfer mechanism and materials
Semiconductor heterojunctions are pivotal in determining the overall photocatalytic efficiency. This review explores recent advances in diverse heterojunction types, charge transfer mechanisms and materials.
RSC Appl. Interfaces, 2024,1, 43-69
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LF00126A
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Prolonging the n-type conduction of thermoelectric carbon nanotubes exposed to warm air by mixing hydrated water into the adsorbed dopant layers composed of Li+-receptor molecules
The n-type properties of carbon nanotubes are stabilized in the ambient atmosphere by hydrated water on a cationic molecular adsorption layer supplemented with Li+, which slows the diffusion of thermally active oxygen molecules.
RSC Appl. Interfaces, 2024,1, 430-434
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LF00239J
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Inherent limitations of the hydrogen-bonding UPy motif as self-healing functionality for polymer electrolytes
When combined with salts to form polymer electrolytes, self-healing UPy-functionalized polymers lose their mechanical stability due to interactions between the ions and the UPy functionalities.
RSC Appl. Polym., 2024,2, 374-383
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4LP00017J
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The effects of selectively blocking the electron transport layer of n-i-p perovskite solar cells with polymer particles on device performance
We use insulating polystyrene colloid particles to selectively cover the electron transport layer of n-i-p perovskite solar cells and investigate the effects of the coverage and lateral blocking distance on device performance.
RSC Appl. Interfaces, 2024,1, 591-599
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4LF00062E
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Interfacial modification between NiOx and perovskite layers with hexafluorophosphate salts for enhancing device efficiency and stability of perovskite solar cells
The PF6− groups interact with Ni atoms to tightly attach to the NiOx layer, resulting in enhanced carrier extraction of NiOx.
RSC Appl. Interfaces, 2024,1, 443-454
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LF00258F
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All slot-die coated organic solar cells using an amine processed cathode interlayer based upon an amino acid functionalised perylene bisimide
Large area inverted type organic solar cells based upon a dye modified tin oxide electron transport layer are reported.
RSC Appl. Interfaces, 2024,1, 323-328
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LF00183K
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Cobalt–benzimidazole swapped metal–organic macrocycle with reduced graphene oxide as a hybrid electrocatalyst for highly efficient oxygen evolution reaction
Cobalt–benzimidazole substituted metal–organic phthalocyanine combined with reduced graphene oxide was synthesized and utilized as an electrocatalyst, which exhibited improved current density and lower overpotential for oxygen evolution reaction.
RSC Appl. Interfaces, 2024,1, 301-312
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LF00193H
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Construction of a hierarchical CoP@ZnIn2S4 heterojunction for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution
The close interfacial contact facilitates the light-induced electron separation and transfer from ZIS to CoP, which synergistically yields an efficient hydrogen production performance.
RSC Appl. Interfaces, 2024,1, 222-232
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LF00157A
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Synthesis of a MOF-derived magnetite quantum dots on surface modulated reduced graphene oxide composite for high-rate lithium-ion storage
A Fe3O4 QDs@C/RGO composite anode with superior rate capabilities is rationally engineered from a metal–organic framework (MOF) domain on surface modulated RGO precursor.
RSC Appl. Interfaces, 2024,1, 233-244
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LF00128H
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A poly(2-ethylaniline) blend membrane for vanadium redox flow batteries
Processable E-PANI polymer blend SPES membrane for enhancement of vanadium redox flow battery performance.
RSC Appl. Polym., 2024,2, 87-97
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LP00152K
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A new multifunctional energy harvester based on mica nanosheet-dispersed PVDF nanofabrics featuring piezo-capacitive, piezoelectric and triboelectric effects
Mica nanosheets and electrospinning synergistically improved the electroactive β-phase content and dielectric properties of PVDF. Consequently, the piezoelectric and triboelectric performance of mica-dispersed electrospun PVDF was enhanced.
RSC Appl. Polym., 2023,1, 266-280
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LP00080J
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Fabrication of PANI/MWCNT supercapacitors based on a chitosan binder and aqueous electrolyte for enhanced energy storage
PANI/MWCNT electrode inks were developed with chitosan as an eco-friendly binder in water. Fabricated symmetric supercapacitors with PANI/MWCNT exhibited high specific capacitance and energy density suitable for sustainable energy storage applications.
RSC Appl. Polym., 2023,1, 97-110
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LP00061C
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Regulating the preparation of antibacterial poly(amidoxime) for efficient uranium extraction from seawater
Seawater is a huge store of uranium, and the related uranium retraction technology has become a critical step in the sustainable development of nuclear power.
RSC Appl. Polym., 2023,1, 46-54
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3LP00060E
About this collection
Welcome to our new collection dedicated to highlighting impactful work taking place across the world to meet the United Nations Global Sustainable Development Goals. Across the 17 Global Sustainability Goals, RSC Applied Polymers and RSC Applied Interfaces authors have been demonstrating how chemistry really can make the world a better place. This SDG collection focuses on Sustainable Development Goal 7: affordable and clean energy. These articles reflect the intensive work and strategies being developed to tackle the worlds energy needs and the initiatives devised to improve the efficiency of clean sustainable energy sources. Keep an eye out for our other Sustainable Development Goals collections.
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