Themed collection Celebrating the 110th Anniversary of chemistry at Soochow University

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Enhanced catalytic reaction at an air–liquid–solid triphase interface

Gaseous reactant involved liquid–solid diphase interface reactions can be significantly enhanced using rationally designed and constructed air–liquid–solid triphase systems.

Graphical abstract: Enhanced catalytic reaction at an air–liquid–solid triphase interface
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Zinc–air batteries: are they ready for prime time?

Zn–air batteries are under revival.

Graphical abstract: Zinc–air batteries: are they ready for prime time?
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Flexible piezoelectric materials and strain sensors for wearable electronics and artificial intelligence applications

This review covers the recent advances in flexible piezoelectric materials, which show great potential for strain sensors in wearable electronics and artificial intelligence, focusing on microstructure engineering and fabrication techniques.

Graphical abstract: Flexible piezoelectric materials and strain sensors for wearable electronics and artificial intelligence applications
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Advancing cell surface modification in mammalian cells with synthetic molecules

This review offers a survey of recent advancements in the modification of mammalian cell surfaces through the use of synthetic molecules and concludes by addressing the present challenges and potential opportunities in this rapidly expanding field.

Graphical abstract: Advancing cell surface modification in mammalian cells with synthetic molecules
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Recent progress in thermally activated delayed fluorescence emitters for nondoped organic light-emitting diodes

The mechanism, exciton leaking channels, and reported molecular design strategies of TADF emitters for high-performance nondoped OLEDs are summarized. Their molecular structures depending on the functional A groups are further classified.

Graphical abstract: Recent progress in thermally activated delayed fluorescence emitters for nondoped organic light-emitting diodes
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Perovskite indoor photovoltaics: opportunity and challenges

With the rapid development of the Internet of Things (IoTs), photovoltaics (PVs) has a vast market supply gap of billion dollars.

Graphical abstract: Perovskite indoor photovoltaics: opportunity and challenges
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Cobalt-catalyzed conformationally restricted alkylarylation enables divergent access to Csp3-rich N-heterocycles

Modular cobalt-catalyzed conformationally restricted alkylarylation enables the divergent synthesis of Csp3-rich N-hetero(spiro)cycles (>70 examples, >20 : 1 dr).

Graphical abstract: Cobalt-catalyzed conformationally restricted alkylarylation enables divergent access to Csp3-rich N-heterocycles
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RAFT step-growth polymerization via the Z-group approach and deconstruction by RAFT interchange

RAFT step-growth polymerization via the Z-group approach was developed, offering a facile method to prepare deconstructable (multiblock) polymers by combining RAFT chain-growth polymerization and RAFT interchange.

Graphical abstract: RAFT step-growth polymerization via the Z-group approach and deconstruction by RAFT interchange
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Access to pyrrolines and fused diaziridines by selective radical addition to homoallylic diazirines

A novel, divergent radical cyclization of homoallylic diazirines for the synthesis of pyrrolines and fused diaziridines is described.

Graphical abstract: Access to pyrrolines and fused diaziridines by selective radical addition to homoallylic diazirines
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Highly dispersed Pd-based pseudo-single atoms in zeolites for hydrogen generation and pollutant disposal

Pd-based pseudo-single atoms are confined within zeolites via an energy-efficient ligand-protected direct H2 reduction method, and exhibit excellent catalytic activity and stability in hydrogen storage and pollutant disposal reactions.

Graphical abstract: Highly dispersed Pd-based pseudo-single atoms in zeolites for hydrogen generation and pollutant disposal
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Salt-stabilized alkylzinc pivalates: versatile reagents for cobalt-catalyzed selective 1,2-dialkylation

A new type of salt-stabilized alkylzinc pivalate with enhanced stability has been prepared. The dramatic OPiv-tuning effect led to superior reactivity in cobalt-catalyzed modular installation of CF2- and/or Csp3-groups across double bonds.

Graphical abstract: Salt-stabilized alkylzinc pivalates: versatile reagents for cobalt-catalyzed selective 1,2-dialkylation
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A crystalline T-shaped planar group 14 anion

Herein, we report the synthesis, characterization, and reactivity of the first crystalline T-shaped planar group 14 anion.

Graphical abstract: A crystalline T-shaped planar group 14 anion
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Conformationally supramolecular chirality prevails over configurational point chirality in side-chain liquid crystalline polymers

Helicity modulation and morphology visualization of SCLCPs can be achieved through the chiral communication of the conformational supramolecular chiral units, independent of the configurational point chirality.

Graphical abstract: Conformationally supramolecular chirality prevails over configurational point chirality in side-chain liquid crystalline polymers
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Multiple stable redox states and tunable ground states via the marriage of viologens and Chichibabin's hydrocarbon

Herein, we report the isolation of bis-BN-based species 1 and 2 with multiple stable redox states. Their ground states are tunable with 1 as a closed-shell singlet and 2 as an open-shell singlet with a small singlet-triplet gap.

Graphical abstract: Multiple stable redox states and tunable ground states via the marriage of viologens and Chichibabin's hydrocarbon
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Self-recovery of chiral microphase separation in an achiral diblock copolymer system

A chirality-storing copolymer MPS structure will overcome the external chiral source dependence and avoid tedious synthesis and expensive raw materials.

Graphical abstract: Self-recovery of chiral microphase separation in an achiral diblock copolymer system
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Unexpected chirality transition and inversion mediated by dissolution–aggregation and the odd–even effect

Unexpected chirality transition and inversion at molecular, macromolecular and supramolecular levels were realized by dissolution–aggregation and the odd–even effect, which is helpful for the design of advanced chirality-controllable materials.

Graphical abstract: Unexpected chirality transition and inversion mediated by dissolution–aggregation and the odd–even effect
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ThC2@C82versus Th@C84: unexpected formation of triangular thorium carbide cluster inside fullerenes

The first thorium-containing cluster fullerenes, ThC2@Cs(6)–C82 and ThC2@C2(5)–C82, were synthesized and characterized. ThC2 clusters in both C82 cages feature a novel bonding structure with thorium metal and C[triple bond, length as m-dash]C forming an isosceles triangular configuration.

Graphical abstract: ThC2@C82versus Th@C84: unexpected formation of triangular thorium carbide cluster inside fullerenes
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Oxygen-supplied mesoporous carbon nanoparticles for enhanced photothermal/photodynamic synergetic therapy against antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections

We report oxygen saturated perfluorohexane (PFH)-loaded mesoporous carbon nanoparticles (CIL@ICG/PFH@O2) with photothermal therapy (PTT) and enhanced photodynamic therapy (PDT) utility for antibacterial applications.

Graphical abstract: Oxygen-supplied mesoporous carbon nanoparticles for enhanced photothermal/photodynamic synergetic therapy against antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections
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Redox-neutral manganese-catalyzed synthesis of 1-pyrrolines

Described herein is a novel manganese-catalyzed radical [3 + 2] cyclization of cyclopropanols and oxime ethers, leading to valuable multi-functionalized 1-pyrrolines.

Graphical abstract: Redox-neutral manganese-catalyzed synthesis of 1-pyrrolines
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[2 + 2 + 1] Cycloaddition of N-tosylhydrazones, tert-butyl nitrite and alkenes: a general and practical access to isoxazolines

A novel [2 + 2 + 1] cycloaddition of N-tosylhydrazones, tert-butyl nitrite and alkenes was successfully established, which allowed facile construction of a wide range of isoxazolines.

Graphical abstract: [2 + 2 + 1] Cycloaddition of N-tosylhydrazones, tert-butyl nitrite and alkenes: a general and practical access to isoxazolines
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Synthesis and characterization of carbene derivatives of Th@C3v(8)-C82 and U@C2v(9)-C82: exceptional chemical properties induced by strong actinide–carbon cage interaction

Photochemical reaction of Th@C3v(8)-C82 and U@C2v(9)-C82 with 2-adamantane-2,3′-[3H]-diazirine (AdN2, 1) afforded three isomers of Th@C3v(8)-C82Ad and four isomers of U@C2v(9)-C82Ad (Ad = adamantylidene), respectively.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis and characterization of carbene derivatives of Th@C3v(8)-C82 and U@C2v(9)-C82: exceptional chemical properties induced by strong actinide–carbon cage interaction
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Acyclic nitronate olefin cycloaddition (ANOC): regio- and stereospecific synthesis of isoxazolines

A novel acyclic nitronate olefin cycloaddition (ANOC) reaction was successfully established, which enabled facile construction of various isoxazolines.

Graphical abstract: Acyclic nitronate olefin cycloaddition (ANOC): regio- and stereospecific synthesis of isoxazolines
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U2N@Ih(7)-C80: fullerene cage encapsulating an unsymmetrical U(IV)[double bond, length as m-dash]N[double bond, length as m-dash]U(V) cluster

A novel actinide cluster, U[double bond, length as m-dash]N[double bond, length as m-dash]U, is stabilized inside a C80 fullerene cage. The U(IV)[double bond, length as m-dash]N[double bond, length as m-dash]U(V) cluster features two U[double bond, length as m-dash]N bonds with uneven bond distances of 2.058(3) Å and 1.943(3) Å, leading to an unsymmetrical structure.

Graphical abstract: U2N@Ih(7)-C80: fullerene cage encapsulating an unsymmetrical U(iv) [[double bond, length as m-dash]] N [[double bond, length as m-dash]] U(v) cluster
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Direct observation of charge transfer between molecular heterojunctions based on inorganic semiconductor clusters

Charge transfer between inter-clusters is directly observed in inorganic molecular heterojunctions.

Graphical abstract: Direct observation of charge transfer between molecular heterojunctions based on inorganic semiconductor clusters
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Gold nanobipyramid-embedded ultrathin metal nanoframes for in situ monitoring catalytic reactions

Ultrathin gold, palladium and platinum nanoframes are synthesized for monitoring reactions. Each nanoframe contains a gold nanobipyramid at its center.

Graphical abstract: Gold nanobipyramid-embedded ultrathin metal nanoframes for in situ monitoring catalytic reactions
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Polyoxometalate-based electron transfer modulation for efficient electrocatalytic carbon dioxide reduction

Polyoxometalates as electron regulators to promote the carbonyl manganese (MnL) electrocatalyst for highly efficient CO2 reduction in aqueous electrolyte.

Graphical abstract: Polyoxometalate-based electron transfer modulation for efficient electrocatalytic carbon dioxide reduction
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DNA nanotweezers for stabilizing and dynamically lighting up a lipid raft on living cell membranes and the activation of T cells

We report a DNA nanotweezer that recruits raft-associated lipids, proteins and possibly endogenous cholesterol on living cell membrane. The DNA nanotweezers could activate T cell proliferation in a nonspecific activation manner.

Graphical abstract: DNA nanotweezers for stabilizing and dynamically lighting up a lipid raft on living cell membranes and the activation of T cells
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Practical, metal-free remote heteroarylation of amides via unactivated C(sp3)–H bond functionalization

A simple and practical approach for the regioselective heteroarylation of amides via unactivated C(sp3)–H bond functionalization is described.

Graphical abstract: Practical, metal-free remote heteroarylation of amides via unactivated C(sp3)–H bond functionalization
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Synthesis of glycopolymers with specificity for bacterial strains via bacteria-guided polymerization

Glycopolymers with specificity to template strain of E. coli were synthesised by the bacteria-sugar monomer-aptation-polymerization.

Graphical abstract: Synthesis of glycopolymers with specificity for bacterial strains via bacteria-guided polymerization
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Mechanism unravelling for ultrafast and selective 99TcO4 uptake by a radiation-resistant cationic covalent organic framework: a combined radiological experiment and molecular dynamics simulation study

Separation of TcO4 by a cationic covalent organic framework is achieved for the first time, showing advantages of extremely fast sorption kinetics, ultrahigh uptake capacity, good anion-exchange selectivity, and excellent radiation resistance.

Graphical abstract: Mechanism unravelling for ultrafast and selective 99TcO4− uptake by a radiation-resistant cationic covalent organic framework: a combined radiological experiment and molecular dynamics simulation study
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About this collection

The College of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Materials Science at Soochow University is celebrating its 110th anniversary since establishing the chemistry and chemical engineering discipline in 1914 at Soochow University, Suzhou, China.

To mark this special occasion, we are pleased to present this collection of Soochow University’s recent publications in Chemical Science, to showcase the college’s cutting-edge research in a broad range of frontiers in chemistry.

The articles in this collection have been selected by Guest Editors Professor Zhengbiao Zhang (Soochow University) and Professor Xinjian Feng (Soochow University).

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