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Identifying Raman modes of Sb2Se3 and their symmetries using angle-resolved polarised Raman spectra

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, 8,8337-8344
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA01783C, Paper
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Nicole Fleck, Theodore D. C. Hobson, Christopher N. Savory, John Buckeridge, Tim D. Veal, Maria R. Correia, David O. Scanlon, Ken Durose, Frank Jäckel
Vibrational symmetry assignments using Raman spectroscopy and density functional theory on oriented crystals also enabling orientation optimisation of thin films.
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Evidence of phase coexistence in hydrothermally synthesized K0.5Na0.5NbO3 nanofibers

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, 8,8731-8739
DOI: 10.1039/C9TA14153G, Paper
Mohammad B. Ghasemian, Aditya Rawal, Zahra Shahrbabaki, Qi Zhang, Teng Lu, Yun Liu, Danyang Wang
The 2D 23Na 3QMAS NMR analyses provide new insights into the crystalline structure of K0.5Na0.5NbO3 nanostructures on the microscopic scale, which are critical to understand the functional properties of these nano-materials.
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Synthesis of metal-free lightweight materials with sequence-encoded properties

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, 8,8752-8760
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03162C, Paper
Adi Azoulay, Jesús Barrio, Jonathan Tzadikov, Michael Volokh, Josep Albero, Christel Gervais, Pilar Amo-Ochoa, Hermenegildo García, Félix Zamora, Menny Shalom
A general synthesis of phosphorus–nitrogen–carbon materials with highly tunable elemental composition and spatial organization as well as structural, electronic, and thermal stability properties is reported.
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Testing the predictive power of theory for PdxIr(100−x) alloy nanoparticles for the oxygen reduction reaction

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, 8,8421-8429
DOI: 10.1039/C9TA13711D, Paper
Hongyu Guo, Jamie A. Trindell, Hao Li, Desiree Fernandez, Simon M. Humphrey, Graeme Henkelman, Richard M. Crooks
PdxIr(100−x) alloys synthesized via a microwave-assisted polyol method serve as an ideal experimental system to improve theoretical insight of the material properties towards the ORR.
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Understanding the mechanism of byproduct formation with in operando synchrotron techniques and its effects on the electrochemical performance of VO2(B) nanoflakes in aqueous rechargeable zinc batteries

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA00858C, Paper
Qiang Pang, Hainan Zhao, Ruqian Lian, Qiang Fu, Yingjin Wei, Angelina Sarapulova, Junqi Sun, Chunzhong Wang, Gang Chen, Helmut Ehrenberg
The byproduct protects the vanadium-based positive electrode of ARZBs and facilitates Zn2+ insertion into the electrode.
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A universal cross-linking binding polymer composite for ultrahigh-loading Li-ion battery electrodes

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA00714E, Paper
Dong Wang, Qian Zhang, Jie Liu, Erying Zhao, Zhenwei Li, Yu Yang, Ziyang Guo, Lei Wang, Shanqing Zhang
A general, facile-operability, and sustainable strategy to achieve ultrahigh-loading electrodes has been proposed that is simply replacing the traditional PVDF binder with an eco-friendly and robust c-PAA-XG binder with a high-efficiency damper.
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UV-cured eutectic gel polymer electrolytes for safe and robust Li-ion batteries

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, 8,8485-8495
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA01901A, Paper
Matthew W. Logan, Spencer Langevin, Bing Tan, Adam W. Freeman, Christopher Hoffman, Douglas B. Trigg, Konstantinos Gerasopoulos
We report UV-cured eutectic gel polymer electrolytes that improve cell performance, non-flammability, and water tolerance compared to the liquid solvent.
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A one-step rapid synthesis of TS-1 zeolites with highly catalytically active mononuclear TiO6 species

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/C9TA13851J, Paper
Wenjing Xu, Tianjun Zhang, Risheng Bai, Peng Zhang, Jihong Yu
The modulation and determination of the coordination environments of Ti active sites in titanosilicate zeolites are key challenges in the rational design of high-performance heterogeneous catalysts.
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Microwave-assisted evolution of WO3 and WS2/WO3 hierarchical nanotrees

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA02027C, Paper
Noho Lee, Junghyeok Kwak, Ji Hye Kwak, Sang-Mun Jung, Jaerim Kim, Anupam Giri, Kaliannan Thiyagarajan, Yong-Tae Kim, Sunshin Jung, Jong Kyu Kim, Unyong Jeong
Although branched WO3 nanostructures have been investigated for electrochromic devices and catalytic electrodes, a detailed study on their structural evolution mechanism has rarely been carried out.
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Moisture-tolerant and high-quality α-CsPbI3 films for efficient and stable perovskite solar modules

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA01968B, Paper
Ruihao Chen, Yong Hui, Binghui Wu, Yongke Wang, Xiaofeng Huang, Zhongyuan Xu, Pengpeng Ruan, Wuyong Zhang, Fangwen Cheng, Weijie Zhang, Jun Yin, Jing Li, Nanfeng Zheng
Crown ether effectively stabilizes the cubic phase of CsPbI3 to inhibit the moisture invasion and phase transformation of CsPbI3 films, producing large-area devices and improving device performance.
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Decoupled electrolytes towards enhanced energy and high temperature performance of thermally regenerative ammonia batteries

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03236K, Paper
Weiguang Wang, Gequn Shu, Xiuping Zhu, Hua Tian
An electrolyte decoupling strategy is proposed for ammonia batteries to restrain the self-discharge and enhance energy density as well as power generation at high temperatures.
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Hexagonal boron nitride induces anion trapping in a polyethylene oxide based solid polymer electrolyte for lithium dendrite inhibition

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03677C, Paper
Yuhan Li, Libo Zhang, Zongjie Sun, Guoxin Gao, Shiyao Lu, Min Zhu, Yanfeng Zhang, Zhiyu Jia, Chunhui Xiao, Huaitian Bu, Kai Xi, Shujiang Ding
Lithium ion conductivity and mechanical strength of a PEO based composite solid polymer electrolyte are improved by adding h-BN.
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A highly efficient artificial light-harvesting system with two-step sequential energy transfer based on supramolecular self-assembly

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03169K, Paper
Guangping Sun, Weirui Qian, Jianmin Jiao, Tingting Han, Yukun Shi, Xiao-Yu Hu, Leyong Wang
An efficient artificial light-harvesting system with two-step sequential energy transfer has been successfully constructed based on supramolecular self-assembly.
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Inexpensive thermochemical energy storage utilising additive enhanced limestone

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03080E, Paper
Kasper T. Møller, Ainee Ibrahim, Craig E. Buckley, Mark Paskevicius
A thermochemical energy storage capacity retention of up to 90% over 500 cycles is achieved in cheap and abundant limestone.
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An asymmetrical A–DAD–A-type acceptor simultaneously enhances voltage and current for efficient organic solar cells

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03128C, Paper
Hanjian Lai, Hui Chen, Yulin Zhu, Lin Chen, Hsin-Hsiang Huang, Feng He
This work provides a strategy of symmetry breaking in an A–DAD–A-type acceptor with a PCE of 15.43%, which is the highest value reported to date for asymmetrical fused-ring acceptors.
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Hollow PtCu Nanoparticles Encapsulated into Carbon Shell via Mild Annealing of Metal-Organic Frameworks

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA01549K, Paper
Guanjun Chen, Huaqiang Shan, Yan Li, Hongwei Bao, Tingwei Hu, Long Zhang, Shuai Liu, Fei Ma
Alloying Pt with less expensive 3d transition metal to form bimetallic nanoparticles (NPs) has been proven to be an ideal strategy for synthesis of catalysts, especially in the field of...
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Optical in-situ monitoring during the synthesis of halide perovskite solar cells reveals formation kinetics and evolution of optoelectronic properties

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA01237H, Paper
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Klara Suchan, Justus Just, Pascal Becker, Eva Lisa Unger, Thomas Unold
The formation mechanism and the evolution of optoelectronic properties during annealing of chlorine-derived methylammonium lead iodide (MAPbI3-xClx) is investigated in detail combining in-situ und ex-situ optical and structural characterization. Using...
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High-Humidity Processed Perovskite Solar Cells

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA01178A, Review Article
Mohamad Firdaus Mohamad Noh, Nurul Affiqah Arzaee, Inzamam Nawas Nawas Mumthas, Nurul Aida Mohamed, Siti Nur Farhana Mohd Nasir, Javad Safaei, Abd. Rashid bin Mohd Yusoff, Mohammad Khaja Nazeeruddin, Mohd Asri Mat Teridi
Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) are considered the next-in-line technology in the solar industry. This technology can reduce the costs of solar energy to an unprecedented level given their remarkably high...
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Water-responsive materials for sustainable energy applications

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA02896G, Review Article
Yaewon Park, Xi Chen
Water-responsive (WR) materials that mechanically change volume in response to changes in relative humidity (RH) can generate significantly higher energy actuation over natural muscles and conventional actuators. Recent proof-of-concept demonstrations...
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Three-dimensional interconnected V6O13 nest with V5+-rich state for ultrahigh Zn ion storage

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03165H, Paper
Pingge He, Jiaohao Liu, Xudong Zhao, Zhenping Ding, Peng Gao, Li-Zhen Fan
Aqueous zinc ion batteries (ZIBs) have attracted intensive attention due to their low cost, environmental friendliness and high safety. However, exploring suitable cathode materials and deep understanding of their energy...
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Reversible changes in the electronic structure of carbon nanotube-hybrids upon NO2 exposure under ambient conditions

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA02749A, Paper
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Filippo Fedi, Oleg Domanov, Hidetsugu Shiozawa, Kazuhiro Yanagi, Paolo Lacovig, Silvano Lizzit, Andrea Goldoni, Thomas Pichler, Paola Ayala
Single-walled carbon nanotubes have enormous potential for gas sensing. This study shows that cluster filling is a key to high sensitivity and it opens the possibility for a very high desorption at ambient temperature.
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A smart lithiophilic polymer filler in gel polymer electrolyte enables stable and dendrite-free Li metal anode

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA02499F, Paper
Fei Ye, Xiu Zhang, Kaiming Liao, Qian Lu, Xiaohong Zou, Ran Ran, Wei Zhou, Yijun Zhong, Zongping Shao
A new conceptional lithiophilic polymer-filler-reinforced gel polymer electrolyte was proposed and prepared to guide uniform Li-ion flux during the Li plating/stripping process.
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Synchronous surface and bulk composition management for red-shifted light absorption and suppressed interfacial recombination in perovskite solar cells

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA02449J, Paper
Jun-Xing Zhong, Jin-Feng Liao, Yong Jiang, Lianzhou Wang, Dai-Bin Kuang, Wu-Qiang Wu
Perovskite solar cells with a reverse vertical gradient distribution of α/δ-FAPbI3 achieved a record efficiency of up to 21.9% owing to synergistic advantages of expanded photon harvesting and robust surface defect passivation.
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Effect of the interfacial protective layer on the NaFe0.5Ni0.5O2 cathode for rechargeable sodium-ion batteries

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA02837A, Paper
Iqra Moeez, Dieky Susanto, Ghulam Ali, Hun-Gi Jung, Hee-Dae Lim, Kyung Yoon Chung
Ni-based cathode materials have received significant attentions as the advanced electrode materials for NIBs. However, they suffered from the rapid capacity fading due to the side reactions mainly occurring at cathode-electrolyte interphase (CEI).
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The rational and effective design of nonfullerene acceptors guided by a semi-empirical model for an organic solar cell with an efficiency over 15%

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03087B, Paper
Xin Ke, Lingxian Meng, Xiangjian Wan, Mingpeng Li, Yanna Sun, Ziqi Guo, Simin Wu, Hongtao Zhang, Chenxi Li, Yongsheng Chen
Guided by a semi-empirical model, two small-molecule acceptors were rationally designed and an impressive PCE of 15.05% was achieved.
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Highly efficient and durable aqueous electrocatalytic reduction of CO2 to HCOOH with a novel bismuth–MOF: experimental and DFT studies

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA00384K, Paper
Xurui Zhang, Yanxing Zhang, Qingqing Li, Xiaodong Zhou, Qingyu Li, Jin Yi, Yuyu Liu, Jiujun Zhang
Electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide (ERCO2) to low-carbon fuel and useful chemicals, which can simultaneously store renewable energy and recover CO2 in a green manner, has proven to be a viable energy storage and conversion strategy.
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Semiconducting polymer contributes favorably to the Seebeck coefficient in multi-component, high-performance n-type thermoelectric nanocomposites

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA02388D, Paper
Junhui Tang, Ruisi Chen, Lidong Chen, Guillermo C. Bazan, Ziqi Liang
n-Type Co NWs/N2200 TENCs yield a high S, mainly from the semiconducting polymer, yet σ is limited by poor connectivity between inorganic and organic domains. By adding flexible n-doped SWCNTs to yield more conductive paths, σ and mechanical bendability are greatly enhanced.
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Graphene oxide laminates intercalated with 2D covalent-organic frameworks as a robust nanofiltration membrane

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA01727B, Paper
Xiao Sui, Ziwen Yuan, Chang Liu, Li Wei, Meiying Xu, Fei Liu, Alejandro Montoya, Kunli Goh, Yuan Chen
Porous yet rigid 2D covalent–organic framework nanosheets can not only increase the interlayer spacing between graphene oxide nanosheets and provide direct transfer channels but also enhance the self-supporting capacity of graphene oxide laminates.
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Rational design of high nitrogen-doped and core–shell/mesoporous carbon nanospheres with high rate capability and cycling longevity for pseudocapacitive sodium storage

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03229H, Paper
Jiayi Mao, Dechao Niu, Nan Jiang, Guangyu Jiang, Meiwan Chen, Yongsheng Li, Jianlin Shi
A facile soft-template strategy is developed to construct high-nitrogen-doped and core–shell/mesoporous carbon nanospheres for high-rate and long-term stable sodium-ion batteries.
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High Performance Potassium-Sulfur Batteries and Its Reaction Mechanism

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03602A, Paper
Xinxin Zhao, Youran Hong, Mingren Cheng, Shiwen Wang, Lei zheng, Jiangwei Wang, Yunhua Xu
Benefiting from the high natural abundance and high theoretical specific capacities of potassium and sulfur, potassium-sulfur (K-S) battery is deemed as a promising energy storage system for large-scale energy storage...
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Smart Porous Wood Supported Flower-like NiS/Ni Conjuction with Vitrimer Co-effect as Multifunctional Material with Reshaping, Shape-memory and Self-healing for High-Performance Supercapacitors, Catalysts and Sensors

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03664A, Paper
Chuanyin Xiong, Bingbing Li, Heguang Liu, Wei Zhao, Chao Duan, Haiwei Wu, Yong Ni
Wood-based materials are attracting more and more attention for applications in energy storage, due to their environment friendly and numerous channels structure. However, the poor conductivity and flexibility of wood...
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Polyimide/ZIF-7 Mixed-Matrix Membranes: Understanding in-situ Confined Formation of ZIF-7 Phases inside Polymer and Their Effects on Gas Separations

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA02761H, Paper
Sunghwan Park, Kie Yong Cho, Hae-Kwon Jeong
Polymer-modification-enabled in-situ metal-organic framework formation (PMMOF) is potentially a paradigm-shifting preparation method for polymer/MOF mixed-matrix membranes (MMMs). However, the actual reaction conditions of in-situ formation of MOF in the confined...
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The fabrication of IMo6@iPAF-1 as an enzyme mimic in heterogeneous catalysis for oxidative desulfurization under O2 or air

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/C9TA14066B, Paper
Yue Li, Jian Song, Mengting Jiang, Mbage Bawa, Xiaohong Wang, Yuyang Tian, Guangshan Zhu
Na5[IMo6O24]·3H2O and a porous aromatic framework (iPAF-1) were used to build an off-the-shelf building material (IMo6@iPAF-1) to realize the highly efficient oxidation of organic sulfurs like oxygenase.
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Recent progress in carbonyl-based organic polymers as promising electrode materials for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs)

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03321A, Review Article
Hao Wang, Chang-Jiang Yao, Hai-Jing Nie, Ke-Zhi Wang, Yu-Wu Zhong, Pengwan Chen, Shilin Mei, Qichun Zhang
Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have been demonstrated as one of the most promising energy storage devices for applications in electric vehicles, smart grids, large-scale energy storage systems, and portable electronics.
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Ferrites: emerging light absorbers for solar water splitting

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA01554G, Review Article
Jeong Hun Kim, Hyo Eun Kim, Jin Hyun Kim, Jae Sung Lee
Ferrites are promising photoelectrode materials for solar water splitting to produce clean and storable hydrogen energy.
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Understanding the structural phase transitions in lithium vanadium phosphate cathode for lithium-ion batteries

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/C9TA12435G, Paper
Woong Oh, Hyunyoung Park, Bong-Soo Jin, Ranjith Thangavel, Won-Sub Yoon
Developing high-energy lithium-ion batteries with long stability is critical for realizing sustainable energy applications; however, it remains highly challenging. Exploring multi-redox based electrode materials can help to achieve high capacity...
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Ultrahigh Photothermal Temperature in Graphene/Conducting Polymer System Enables Contact Thermochemical Reaction

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03347B, Paper
Yuqiao Chai, Hui Ma, Xinlei Ma, Xinyue Zhang, Yonglin He, Yapei Wang, Qianqian Jiang, Xusheng Wang, Junhui Ji, Mianqi Xue
Photothermal conversion in near-infrared (NIR) wavelengths, which converts light energy into heat energy, has caused great concern and been developing rapidly in recent years for its wide applications in health...
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Rational Design of Well-Dispersed Ultrafine CoS2 Nanocrystals in Micro-Mesoporous Carbon Spheres with Synergistic Effect for High-Performance Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA02692A, Paper
Zhanshuang Jin, Ming Zhao, Tianning Lin, Bingqiu Liu, Qi Zhang, Lingyu Zhang, Lihua Chen, Lu Li, Zhong-Min Su, Chungang Wang
The physical confinement and chemical catalysis of lithium polysulfides (LiPSs) are effective ways to improve the performance of lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries. How to effectively combine physical confinement and chemical catalysis...
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Hydrophilic ultrafiltration membranes with surface-bound eosin Y for an integrated synthesis-separation system of aqueous RAFT photopolymerization

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03112G, Paper
Yujie Zhao, Senlin Shao, Jiangbin Xia, Ya Huang, Yu Chi Zhang, Xue Li, Tao Cai
The photocatalyst-based ultrafiltration membrane fitted integrated synthesis–separation system holds the promises to bridge the gap between the precision of PET-RAFT polymerization and the efficiency of membrane separation process.
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Exceeding the Volcano Relationship in Oxygen Reduction/Evolution Reactions using Single-atom-based Catalysts with Dual-active-sites

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA01399D, Communication
Xiyu Li, Sai Duan, Edward Sharman, Yuan Zhao, Li Yang, Zhiwen Zhuo, Peng Cui, Jun Jiang, Yi Luo
Finding cost-effective catalysts to drive oxygen reduction/evolution reactions (ORR/OER) is a highly attractive goal. Most catalysts follow a volcano relationship of performance, making it difficult to search thoroughly enough among...
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Plasmon-Enhanced Electrocatalytic Oxygen Reduction in Alkaline Media on Gold Nanohole Electrodes

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/C9TA14174J, Paper
Nait Saada Tamazouzt, Anderson da Silva, Palaniappan Subramanian, Liuqing Pang, Noual Adnane, Bahram Djafari-Rouhani, Vladyslav Mishyn, Dalila Meziane, Sorin Melinte, Georgiana Sandu, Franck Dumeignil, Sebastien Paul, Robert Wojcieszak, Rabah Boukherroub, Sabine Szunerits
Plasmon-driven chemical transformation has become a promising approach for enhancing sluggish electrocatalytic reactions. Herein, an alternative enhancement strategy employing plasmon-induced hot electrons is developed to be competitive with oxygen reduction...
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Catalyst design strategies for stable electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA02633F, Review Article
Woong Choi, Da Hye Won, Yun Jeong Hwang
The gradual increase in the atmospheric CO2 concentration due to the combustion of fossil fuels is an urgent issue that poses a threat to human beings. Recently, the electrochemical CO2...
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Nitrogen-doped phosphorene for electrocatalytic ammonia synthesis

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA03237A, Paper
Guang-Rui Xu, Hao Li, Abdulaziz Bati, Munkhjargal Bat-Erdene, Md Julker Nine, Dusan Losic, Yu Chen, Joseph G Shapter, Munkhbayar Batmunkh, Tianyi Ma
The rapid surface oxidation of phosphorene under ambient conditions is considered to be serious issue for many applications, but here is used as a strategy to achieve efficient heteroatom doping....
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Creating compressive stress at the NiOOH/NiO interface for water oxidation

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA04244G, Communication
Chunguang Kuai, Yan Zhang, Li-Li Han, Huolin Xin, Chengjun Sun, Dennis Nordlund, Shizhang Qiao, Xiwen Du, Feng Lin
Enhancing the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) performance of NiO materials will greatly expand their applications as low-cost, bifunctional electrocatalysts for water splitting reactions. Introducing stress into the surface layer of...
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Dihydrazone-based Dynamic Covalent Epoxy Networks with High Creep Resistance, Controlled Degradability, and Intrinsic Antibacteria from Bioresources

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J. Mater. Chem. A, 2020, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D0TA01419B, Paper
Xiwei Xu, Songqi Ma, Sheng Wang, Jiahui Wu, Qiong Li, na lu, yanlin liu, Jintao Yang, Jie Feng, Jin Zhu
Covalent adaptable networks (CANs) provide a promising approach to the recycle issue of thermosets due to their dynamic cross-linked networks. However, CANs are susceptible to creep at relatively low temperatures,...
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Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus review: Wholesome package justifies premium pricing

By www.business-standard.com
Published On :: Sat, 14 Mar 2020 10:00:00 +0530

Several major upgrades to predecessor Galaxy S10 Plus but the same price tag of Rs 73,999 make the Galaxy 20 Plus a worthy premium smartphone


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Now Available: Concerts from the Library of Congress

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Published On :: Wed, 11 Dec 2019 09:00:21 -0600

 

You can get tickets for any 2020 event that is part of Concerts from the Library of Congress.

PLEASE NOTE: All films, talks and pre-concert events this year are general admission with no ticket required, unless otherwise indicated. You can still register for reminders and updates about those events, but seating will be first-come, first-served.

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Latest News: Reynolds New Ambassador for Young People's Literature

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Published On :: Mon, 13 Jan 2020 07:49:22 -0600

Jason Reynolds has been appointed as the seventh National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature for 2020-2021. The Newbery Honor recipient succeeds Jacqueline Woodson, who served as National Ambassador in 2018-2019.

Reynolds is the author of 13 books for young people including his most recent, “Look Both Ways: A Tale Told in Ten Blocks,” a National Book Award finalist, which was named a Best Book of 2019 by NPR, The New York Times, The Washington Post and TIME. 

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National Book Festival Presents Winter and Spring Events

By www.loc.gov
Published On :: Wed, 22 Jan 2020 09:31:48 -0600

National Book Festival Presents, the new series from the Library of Congress showcasing authors, their books, and related Library treasures, will continue with a winter and spring season of events featuring Alice McDermott, Douglas Brinkley, Margaret Atwood, Nan Talese, Richard Ford, Joy Harjo and other authors.

The season will kick off with “Fearless: A Tribute to Irish American Women” on Feb. 6, featuring novelist Alice McDermott in conversation with Pennsylvania Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon and CBS News’ Margaret Brennan.

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Upcoming Events: Library Announces Annual Cherry Blossom Festival Events

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Published On :: Thu, 06 Feb 2020 09:43:17 -0600

 

The Library of Congress announces two cultural events during the 2020 National Cherry Blossom Festival, an annual commemoration of Japan’s 1912 gift to the U.S. of 3,020 cherry trees. An artwork display and book launch for “Cherry Blossoms: Sakura Collections from the Library of Congress” will kick off the Library’s celebration on Thursday, April 9. The gift book visualizes the fascinating history of cherry blossoms through original works of art from the Library of Congress collections.

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