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Experimental and simulation study of reverse micelles formed by aerosol-OT and water in non-polar solvents

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, 26,27772-27782
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03389B, Paper
Open Access
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Angie Mat'usová, Georgina Moody, Peter J. Dowding, Julian Eastoe, Philip J. Camp
Small-angle neutron scattering and molecular dynamics simulations are used to characterise aerosol-OT reverse micelles. Simulations capture spontaneous self-assembly, compare favourably with experiments, and give microscopic information.
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A combination of experimental and theoretical methods in evaluating triazole derivatives' mild steel corrosion inhibition ability in an acidic solution

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03537B, Paper
Ngo Hong Cat Van, Nguyen Quang Trung, Pham Dinh Tu Tai, Pham Cam Nam, Dinh Quy Huong
The introduction of many nitrogen heteroatoms into inhibitor molecules improves corrosion inhibition efficiency.
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Optimization of preparation conditions and design of device configurations for Cu3AsS4 solar cells: a combined study of first-principles calculations and SCAPS-1D device simulations

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03392B, Paper
Yi Huang, Changqing Lin, Yang Xue, Bingyuan Huang, Dan Huang
Former studies have investigated the band structure and optoelectronic properties of Cu3AsS4 and suggested that it is a promising photovoltaic (PV) absorber. However, its power conversion efficiency (PCE) from experiments...
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Influence of symmetry breaking on the absorption spectrum of crystal violet: from isolated cations at 5 K to room temperature solutions

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03825H, Paper
Open Access
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Alexander Schäfer, Samuele Giannini, Dmitry Strelnikov, Theresa Mohr, Fabrizio Santoro, Javier Cerezo, Manfred M. Kappes
Theoretical and experimental spectroscopy of crystal violet resolves the influence of temperature and symmetry breaking on absorption properties in different environments.
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Effects of surface oxygen vacancy on CO2 adsorption and its activation towards C2H4 using metal (Cu, Pd, CuPd) cluster-loaded TiO2 catalysts: A first principles study

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03507K, Paper
Sajjad Hussain, Lina Zhang, Zhengzheng Xie, Jianjun Yang, Qiuye Li
The conversion of the highly selective CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) into desired value-added multicarbon compounds, like C2H4, is crucial, but it is mainly constrained by high energy barrier for C-C...
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Density scaling and isodynes in glycerol-water mixtures

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP02231A, Paper
David B. Noirat, Bernhard Frick, Bo Jakobsen, Markus Appel, Kristine Niss
This paper presents dielectric and neutron spectroscopy data on two different glycerol-water mixtures at elevated pressures. Glycerol-water liquid mixtures have a high concentration of hydrogen bonds which usually is expected...
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Synthesis and modification of boron nitride nanomaterials for gas sensors: from theory to application

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP02137A, Review Article
Yan Zhang, Yan Wang, Cong Qin, Jianliang Cao
The synthesis and modification of BN based nanomaterials for gas sensors is summarized from theory to application.
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Water adsorption at the (010) and (101) surfaces of CuWO4

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP02699C, Paper
Open Access
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Xuan Chu, David Santos-Carballal, Nora H. de Leeuw
The copper tungstate CuWO4 surfaces tend to remain either dry or fully hydrated, depending on specific environmental conditions.
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Morphology optimization via pre-aggregation and miscibility matching in PM6:L8-BO ternary organic solar cells

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03206C, Paper
Chuyue Wei, Junwei Zhang, Jing Deng, Xiangyan Yang, Jiahui Luo, Zixiao Xu, Lin Zhang, Shuaishuai Yuan, Weihua Zhou
Pre-aggregation and miscibility matching accounting for morphology optimization in ternary organic solar cells based on a PM6:L8-BO system.
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A Comprehensive Guide for Accurate Conformational Energies of Microsolvated Li+ Clusters with Organic Carbonates

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03487B, Paper
Arseniy A. Otlyotov, Andrey Moshchenkov, Timofey P. Rozov, Anna A. Tuma, Alexander S. Ryzhako, Yury Minenkov
Organic carbonates and their mixtures are frequently used in electrolyte solutions in lithium-ion batteries. Rationalization and tuning of the related Li+ solvation processes are rooted in the proper identification of...
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Electronic Relaxation Pathways in Thio-Acridone and Thio-Coumarin: Two Heavy-Atom-Free Photosensitizers Absorbing Visible Light

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03720K, Paper
Open Access
Chris Acquah, Sean J. Hoehn, Sarah E. Krul, Steffen Jockusch, Shudan Yang, Sourav Kanti Seth, Eric Lee, Han Xiao, Carlos E. Crespo-Hernández
Heavy-atom-free photosensitizers (HAF-PSs) have emerged as a new class of photosensitizers aiming to broaden their applicability and versatility across various fields of the photodynamic therapy of cancers. The strategy involves...
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Translational diffusion, molecular brightness, and energy transfer analysis of mEGFP-linker-mScarlet–I crowding biosensor using fluorescence correlation spectroscopy

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03850A, Paper
Sarah A. Mersch, Clint McCue, Alexandros Aristidou, Erin D. Sheets, Arnold J. Boersma, Ahmed A. Heikal
Fluorescence correlation spectroscopy (FCS) is used for molecular brightness, Förster resonance energy transfer (FRET), protein–protein interactions, diffusion, and size analysis of mEGFP-linker-mScarlet–I constructs in crowded environment.
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Investigating Ni nanoparticles on CeO2 for methane dissociation: a comparative study of theoretical calculations and experimental insights

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP01324G, Paper
Takaya Fujisaki, Yuta Tsuji, Phuc Hoan Tu, Tin Chanh Duc Doan, David S. Rivera Rocabado, Aleksandar Tsekov Staykov, Keiji Yashiro, Yusuke Shiratori
CeO2 supported with Ni nanoparticles has emerged as a promising catalyst for enhancing the efficiency of dry reforming of methane (DRM) reaction.
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Radiolytic degradation of selective actinide extractants from the bis-1,2,4-triazine family in cyclohexanone solutions

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP02623C, Paper
Adrian Sulich, Jan Grodkowski, Krzysztof Bobrowski
Absorption spectra of transients derived from bis-1,2,4-triazine ligands in cyclohexanone solutions mimicking the extraction system studied by pulse radiolysis. The addition of benzophenone and saturation by O2 protect ligands from radiation damage.
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Improved perovskite crystallization by antisolvent engineering in tin-perovskite photovoltaics

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP02655A, Paper
Xin Zhang, Yu Liu, Xinyao Chen, Chunqian Zhang, Jigang Wang, Jin Cheng, Junming Li
By adding an appropriate proportion of DMS to the anti-solvent, the DMSO remaining in the tin-based perovskite films can be effectively extracted, resulting in films with better crystallography, and the devices have lower trap densities.
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Structure and dynamics of aqueous VOSO4 solutions in conventional flow through cell design: a molecular dynamics simulation study

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP02934H, Paper
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Anwesa Karmakar
A theoretical model has been proposed to study the structure and dynamics of aqueous vanadyl sulfate (VOSO4) solution used in the conventional flow (CF) through cell design operating under varying thermodynamic conditions.
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Extraction mechanism of phenolic compounds by deep eutectic solvents: DFT and molecular dynamics studies

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4CP03453H, Paper
Lan Yi, Jinwen Wang, Jixing Liu, Hao Luo, Xiaoqin Wu, Wen-Ying Li
The mechanism of a deep eutectic solvent consisting of choline chloride and glycerol (ChCl/GLY) for extracting phenolic compounds from coal tar was theoretically studied using density functional theory and molecular...
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A walk down the queer side of Varanasi | Debashish Paul’s first solo exhibition

The artist explores his identity, and highlights self-doubt, desire and societal dissonance through performance images, sketches and sculptures




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‘A Song From Where I Live’: Visual narrative dipped in nostalgia

Architects and authors Smrithi Devakumar and Anusha Veluswamy on ‘A Song From Where I Live’ and their idea of picture books for all ages




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Riyadh Season 2024: As part of cultural diplomacy, Saudi Arabia celebrates Indian diversity in mega tourism event

The Indian diaspora in Saudi Arabia has grown over the years and with 2.4 million expat workers it has the second largest number of foreign workers in Saudi Arabia



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Check out Amritsar’s experimental Asian diner with sushi and omakase counters — Shiso




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From Lollapalooza to the Cherry Blossom festival, here is a list of India’s top music festivals to look forward to

Missed out on the Coldplay tickets? There’s lots more coming up, starting with Maroon 5 in December. Plan for the months ahead with our line-up of the top festivals that promise thrilling performances and immersive experiences




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What is your design philosophy?

City-based Neeras Design Studio completes a year in the elite interiors segment.Sadhana Srinivasan, CEO, who studied design at the Inchbald School of Design talks to Lakshmi Krupa about the luxury market, international brands and more…



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Owner’s associations

Your property-related legal queries answered by S.C. RAGHURAM, Partner, RANK Associates, a Chennai-based law firm



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Owner’s Association rights




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Banjara Hills is much sought after for commercial and residential spaces

Your property-related queries answered by Karan Rathod of ‘K Valuations’, Begumpet



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Sounding out swarms

Swarms of midges exhibit many of the unusual characteristics of collective behaviour. Jennifer Ouellette meets one physicist who studies them with sound




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Recent progress and prospects of dimer and multimer acceptors for efficient and stable polymer solar cells

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS00895A, Review Article
Open Access
Jin-Woo Lee, Jin Su Park, Hyesu Jeon, Seungjin Lee, Dahyun Jeong, Changyeon Lee, Yun-Hi Kim, Bumjoon J. Kim
This review summarizes the recent progress, key design principles and prospects of dimer and multimer acceptors for developing polymer solar cells (PSCs) with high efficiency and long-term stability.
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Targeted protein degradation directly engaging lysosomes or proteasomes

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, 53,3253-3272
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS00344B, Tutorial Review
Open Access
Jiseong Kim, Insuk Byun, Do Young Kim, Hyunhi Joh, Hak Joong Kim, Min Jae Lee
This review delineates emerging technologies for targeted protein degradation that directly involve lysosomes or proteasomes. It explores their unique features, advantages, and limitations, offering perspectives on future therapeutic applications.
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Recent advances in super-resolution optical imaging based on aggregation-induced emission

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, 53,3350-3383
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS00698K, Review Article
Feng-Yu Zhu, Li-Jun Mei, Rui Tian, Chong Li, Ya-Long Wang, Shi-Li Xiang, Ming-Qiang Zhu, Ben Zhong Tang
From aggregation-induced emission to super-resolution imaging: the significance of reversible dynamic interaction.
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Towards high performance and durable soft tactile actuators

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, 53,3485-3535
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS01017A, Review Article
Open Access
Matthew Wei Ming Tan, Hui Wang, Dace Gao, Peiwen Huang, Pooi See Lee
This review assesses diverse strategies to enhance the actuation performance and durability of soft tactile actuators, enabling optimal functionality in real-world conditions.
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SERS-based microdevices for use as in vitro diagnostic biosensors

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS01055D, Review Article
Sungwoon Lee, Hajun Dang, Joung-Il Moon, Kihyun Kim, Younju Joung, Sohyun Park, Qian Yu, Jiadong Chen, Mengdan Lu, Lingxin Chen, Sang-Woo Joo, Jaebum Choo
This review explores various microdevices developed for applying SERS technology to in vitro diagnostics and delves into their clinical applications.
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Bridging the gap between academic research and industrial development in advanced all-solid-state lithium–sulfur batteries

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS00439B, Review Article
Jieun Lee, Chen Zhao, Changhong Wang, Anna Chen, Xueliang Sun, Khalil Amine, Gui-Liang Xu
This review builds upon the fundamentals and substantial progress achieved, aiming to inspire the battery community to advance all-solid-state lithium–sulfur batteries toward practical applications and accelerate the industrialization process.
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Recent advances in the chemistry of isolable carbene analogues with group 13–15 elements

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, 53,3896-3951
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS00784G, Review Article
Mian He, Chaopeng Hu, Rui Wei, Xin-Feng Wang, Liu Leo Liu
This review provides an overview of main group carbene analogues, covering recent advancements, synthesis strategies, and the diverse reactivity of elements in groups 13–15 based on their structural characteristics.
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Routes to high-performance layered oxide cathodes for sodium-ion batteries

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2024, 53,4230-4301
DOI: 10.1039/D3CS00929G, Review Article
Jingqiang Wang, Yan-Fang Zhu, Yu Su, Jun-Xu Guo, Shuangqiang Chen, Hua-Kun Liu, Shi-Xue Dou, Shu-Lei Chou, Yao Xiao
Various optimization strategies are reviewed and summarized to formulate design principles for layered oxide cathodes for sodium-ion batteries.
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F1’s longest season set to kick off after an eventful off-season

Rain isn't a major concern in Bahrain so problem drains at two corners have simply been filled in with concrete.




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Fifty-two entries for 47th MMSC South India Rally




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MOTORSPORTS | Aditya, Virender seize overall lead in MMSC South India Rally




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SOUTH INDIA RALLY CH’IPS | Wadia zooms to overall title




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Australian GP qualifying | Verstappen takes pole position; Carlos Sainz also in front row

Verstappen has won both races to start the season in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia




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Australia to hold 2025 F1 season opener instead of Bahrain due to Ramadan

The 24-race season will commence on March 16 in Melbourne and end on Dec. 7 in Abu Dhabi as Formula One celebrates the 75th anniversary of its world championship.




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Why the 2024 F1 season has the makings of a blockbuster

The sport’s fans have longed for a situation in which multiple constructors are in contention for victories, and out of nowhere in 2024, this compelling scenario has manifested. Moreover, the four teams that have tasted victory this year have top driver lineups, which allows for great racing




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Daniel Ricciardo released by Red Bull F1 team; replaced by Liam Lawson for rest of 2024 season

The 35-year-old Ricciardo knew at the Singapore Grand Prix it was likely his final F1 race




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Mahindra Racing cautiously optimistic for 2024-25 season




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Odisha government extends hockey sponsorship till 2036




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There will always be some regret of not reaching the final at Paris, says Manpreet Singh

Since relinquishing captaincy after the Tokyo Olympics, there has been a second wind to Manpreet’s career and performance, playing with a lot more freedom.




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Asian Champions Trophy: India beats South Korea 4-1 to enter final

India will take on hosts China in the final on September 17, 2024.




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Yoga a compulsory subject in Central schools




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RTE admission reimbursement to schools soon




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A.P. has second thoughts on dropping Telangana lessons