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Efficient organic solar cells based on low-cost pentacyclic fused-ring small molecule acceptors with a fill factor over 80%

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, 12,30558-30566
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA06146B, Paper
Qingya Wei, Yuanyuan Li, Weikun Chen, Qinhao Shi, Shaofeng Zhu, Wensheng Yan, Yingping Zou
A low-cost pentacyclic fused-ring SMA, BZ4F-ch1, was designed with a cyclohexyl side-chain, which achieved a high device efficiency over 16% with an FF over 80%. Besides, the highest PCE/MOC value of 3.56 revealed remarkable cost-effectiveness.
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Characterization of pitch carbon coating properties affecting the electrochemical behavior of silicon nanoparticle lithium-ion battery anodes

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, 12,30465-30475
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA04478A, Paper
Zoey Huey, Maxwell C. Schulze, G. Michael Carroll, Chaiwat Engtrakul, Chun-Sheng Jiang, Steven C. DeCaluwe, Bertrand J. Tremolet de Villers, Sang-Don Han
700 °C is the optimal heat treatment temperature for pitch-coated silicon electrodes. Both the amorphous carbon/pitch and silicon are active materials but store Li+ ions through different ion storage mechanisms and contribute to overall performance.
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Multifunctional characteristics of a one-dimensional bimetallic oxyhydroxide nanorod-coupled polyaniline interface for accelerated water and urea electrolysis

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, 12,30743-30756
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA05082G, Paper
Niranjanmurthi Lingappan, Sandhiya Lakshmanan, Wonoh Lee
Designing an efficient and durable electrocatalyst is central to hydrogen production technologies such as hydrogen evolution reaction, oxygen evolution reaction, and urea oxidation reaction.
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A review on instability factors of mono- and divalent metal ion batteries: from fundamentals to approaches

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, 12,30190-30248
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA05386A, Review Article
Elmira Kohan, Roushan Khoshnavazi, Mir Ghasem Hosseini, Abdollah Salimi, Mehdi Salami-Kalajahi
Degradation phenomena in different components (cathode, anode, current collectors (CCs)) of mono- and divalent metal-based batteries affect their performance.
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Lewis acid sites and flexible active centers synergistically boost efficient electrochemical ammonia synthesis

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, 12,30476-30485
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA04884A, Paper
Li-Bo Chen, Tong-Hui Wang, Xing-You Lang, Qing Jiang
The Lewis acid sites enhance N2 adsorption and activation, while the flexible active center facilitates hydrogenation and NH4+ formation, regenerating the catalyst.
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Exploring reaction mechanisms for CO2 reduction on carbides

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, 12,30340-30350
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA05592F, Paper
Naveed Ashraf, Atef Iqbal, Younes Abghoui
The electrocatalytic conversion of carbon dioxide (CO2) into valuable fuels offers immense promise in pursuing sustainable energy solutions.
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Tuneable and efficient manufacturing of Li-ion battery separators using photopolymerization-induced phase separation

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, 12,30442-30453
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA03701D, Paper
Open Access
  This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.
Samuel Emilsson, Göran Lindbergh, Mats Johansson
In an effort to increase the thermomechanical stability of lithium-ion battery separators, thermoset membranes (TMs) are a viable alternative to commercial polyolefin separators.
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Tracking the active phase and reaction pathway of the OER mediated by an MnMoO4 microrod electro(pre)-catalyst

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, 12,30810-30820
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA05985A, Paper
Anubha Rajput, Ankita Kumari, Hirak Kumar Basak, Dibyajyoti Ghosh, Biswarup Chakraborty
MnMoO4 is a barely explored material for the electrocatalytic oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and in situ tracking of the reactive intermediates and final active species during the OER in an alkaline pH lacks a sequential study.
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One-pot spatial engineering of multi-enzymes in metal–organic frameworks for enhanced cascade activity

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, 12,30318-30328
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA06211F, Paper
Wenqing Fan, Kang Liang, Jieying Liang
A one-pot strategy was developed for the first time to achieve the precise spatial arrangement of multiple enzymes in MOFs, improving multi-enzyme cascade efficiency.
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A sustainable redox-mediated pathway for improved transition metal organic framework activation and CO2 uptake performance

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, 12,30454-30464
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA02526A, Paper
Taylor Jade Self, Jiabin Niu, Wen Liu, Chaobin He, Mei Chee Tan
Sustainable substitutions in MOF fabrication and processing can confidently be made by employing redox engineering for synergistic valency and defect constitution, based on application, without sacrificing active site functionality.
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Achieving the selectivity of the oxygen reduction reaction by regulating electron spin states and active centers on Fe–Mn–N6–C dual-atom catalysts

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA06650B, Paper
Shiyao Li, Honghao Chen, Yue Qiu, Chengxing Cui, Wenhui Zhong, Jun Jiang
As the first attempt to reveal the intrinsic relationship between electron spins and catalytic selectivity, this work offers new insights into the rational design of efficient transition metal atom-dispersed catalysts through spin regulation.
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Oxygen-defective ruthenium oxide as an efficient and durable electrocatalyst for acidic oxygen evolution reaction

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA06592A, Paper
Jingwei Wang, Lejuan Cai, Zhipeng Yu, Hao Tan, Xinyi Xiang, Kaiyang Xu, Yang Chao, Sitaramanjaneya Mouli Thalluri, Fei Lin, Haoliang Huang, Chenyue Zhang, Yang Zhao, Wenlong Wang, Lifeng Liu
Proton exchange membrane water electrolysis (PEMWE) is considered a promising technology for green hydrogen production in combination with renewable energy. However, the high cost and particularly the scarcity of iridium...
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Scalable Synthesis of N–Doped Graphene–Oxide–Supported FeCo(OH)x Nanosheets for Efficient Co–Doped Fe3O4 Nanoparticle-Based Oxygen Reduction Reaction Electrocatalysis

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA06684G, Paper
Open Access
Sunglun Kwon, Jong Hyeon Lee
Developing efficient and cost-effective materials is crucial for advancing electrochemical oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). This study presents a synthesis route for high-performance spinel Fe and Co oxide nanoparticles on N-doped...
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Water activity: the key to unlocking high-voltage aqueous electrolytes?

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA06655C, Paper
Yaroslav Zhigalenok, Saken Abdimomyn, Mikhail Levi, Netanel Shpigel, Margarita Ryabicheva, Maxim Lepikhin, Alina Galeyeva, Fyodor Malchik
Aqueous electrolytes offer enhanced safety and environmental friendliness for next-generation energy storage systems, but their application is limited by a narrow electrochemical stability window. This study provides a comprehensive analysis...
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Regulating oxygen redox reactions in lithium-rich materials via an Al2O3-doped ZnO layer for enhanced stability and performance

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA06843B, Paper
Xinyu Cheng, Yuke Wang, Jia Lu, Wangqi Dai, Huanhao Lei, Jinning Zuo, Hong Li, Zhengwen Fu
An ultrathin Al2O3-doped ZnO (AZO) layer on LRM regulates oxygen redox by suppressing anion migration and inhibiting surface oxygen oxidation, enhancing cycling performance.
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Retraction: Thermally reduced graphene oxide/polymelamine formaldehyde nanocomposite as a high specific capacitance electrochemical supercapacitor electrode

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA90211D, Retraction
Open Access
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Ali A. Ensafi, Hossein A. Alinajafi, B. Rezaei
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High-throughput Screening of Mechanically Interlocked Catenane Metal Complexes for Enhanced Electrocatalytic Activity

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA06497F, Paper
Mohsen Tamtaji, William A. Goddard III, Guanhua Chen
Metal complexes have been thoroughly investigated for a wide range of electrochemical reactions. However, mechanically interlocked molecular machines (MIM) have not been investigated for electrochemistry through a systematic high throughput...
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Ternary NiFeCo-Glycerolate Catalysts: Rational Design for Improved Oxygen Evolution Reaction Efficiency

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D4TA06455K, Paper
Irlan Santos Lima, Josué M. Gonçalves, Lúcio Angnes
Catalysts capable of overcoming the bottleneck of water splitting, known as the oxygen evolution reaction (OER), are indispensable to the expansion of renewable energy systems. Thus, we report the synthesis...
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Kyle Hamilton, Isaiah Likely not spotted at Tuesday practice

After defeating the Bengals last Thursday, the Ravens got back on the field for an extra practice on Tuesday in advance of their Week 11 matchup with the Steelers.




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Chiefs' Isiah Pacheco and Charles Omenihu both returning to practice this week

The Chiefs are getting healthier.




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Michael Mayer returns to practice

The Raiders are getting one of their offensive contributors back on the field.




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Giants GM Joe Schoen: Daniel Jones' future playing time won't be contract-related decision

GM Joe Schoen said that the injury guarantee in Daniel Jones' contract will not influence the Giants' decision about whether they bench their starting quarterback.




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Jordan Mailata listed as full practice participant, Eagles waive Jack Stoll

Eagles left tackle Jordan Mailata was listed as a full participant in practice for the second straight day on Tuesday.




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Report: Lenoir, 49ers agree to five-year, $92M contract extension

Cornerback Deommodore Lenoir and the San Francisco 49ers reportedly have agreed to a five-year contract extension worth $92 million.




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Dolphins-Rams attracts only 12.2 million

The pivot to streaming has happened, as evidenced by the audiences attracted by NFL games televised on cable and streamed by Amazon Prime.




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Source: Lenoir, 49ers agree to five-year contract extension

Cornerback Deommodore Lenoir and the San Francisco 49ers have agreed to a five-year contract extension, a source told NBC Sports Bay Area's Matt Maiocco.




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What exactly Wedding Garter?

What Is a Marriage ceremony Garter? Being married garter is a small piece of bridal lingerie the fact that the bride has on under her dress around much more both of her legs. It’s a tradition that groom gets rid of the garter from underneath her dress with his hands or perhaps if you’re sense […]




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Attractive and Completely unique Wedding Options

There’s nothing a lot better than a wedding that feels completely unique to you. This makes the celebration even more personal, so we are rounding up some of our favourite lovely marriage ceremony ideas to make your big day time truly wonderful! The Cutest Table Numbers Which can be Guaranteed to Make Your Wedding Come […]




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What exactly is Web Harm?

What is a Web Attack? Internet attacks concentrate on vulnerabilities in websites to gain unauthorized access, obtain secret information, propose destructive content, or perhaps alter the website’s content. That they can also introduce a denial of service to world wide web servers. XSS: Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) is an extremely common and widespread technique that allows […]




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Info Room Solutions and Their Uses in the Property, Manufacturing, and Fundraising Industries

Data space technologies enable companies to exchange documents safely, whether it is intended for collaboration over a project or perhaps due diligence. They are really a digital variety of the physical rooms exactly where sensitive paperwork used to be stored. Nevertheless , these on line spots offer a much more features to facilitate cooperation and […]




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Female workforce in manufacturing and chemicals witness rise: Report

The Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector, has the highest percentage of women representation at 26 per cent




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Kashmir’s book village attracts tourists and bibliophiles 

Discover the quaint book village of Aragam in Srinagar, home to over 10,000 books attracting tourists and book lovers alike




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James Earl Jones, actor famed for a resonant voice, dies at 93

He died today at his home in Dutchess County, New York, Deadline reported, citing the actor’s representatives at Independent Artist Group




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'The Bear' romps with four wins including best actor in a comedy at Emmy Awards

While the third season of FX's “The Bear” has already dropped, the trio won their second Emmys for its second, in which White's chef Carmen “Carmy” Berzatto attempts to turn his family's grungy Chicago sandwich shop into an elite restaurant




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Scan, pay, repeat: Behavioural shift on payment modes drives UPI transactions of over ₹617 trillion in past 102 months

Even small amounts of ₹1 are transacted on the ‘Made-In-India’ UPI platform




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Indian hospital industry: Cost attractiveness and under-penetration

Here is a look at the key emerging trends in India’s hospital sector




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Make Ranji Trophy attractive

It will be beneficial for nurturing domestic talent



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Jakson Power signs pact with BARC




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TCS wins $43 million contract from Norway Post




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Data | Layoffs by IT firms in the U.S. will greatly impact H-1B workers from India

Indians are most worried as the waiting time to get an appointment in U.S. embassies back home is over a year




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Minister promises IBM all support to expand activities in Kerala




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Mahindra unveils light weight compact tractors

The new OJA range brings about a transformative shift in Light Weight Compact 4 wheel drive Tractor design and engineering, to deliver an edge innovation in tractor technology




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H&M probes Myanmar factory abuses as pressure intensifies

As cases of worker abuse at garment factories soar, H&M says it is 'deeply concerned' by the developments in Myanmar




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Interactive: India vs China - The EV dashboard




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Haryana elections: Not just Pakistan; rural distress too a factor

Farmers’ groups raise concerns over cotton crop, rural incomes and cost of clearing stubble




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Students not branded anti-nationals, facts twisted about CAA, says Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi

Lies are being spread by the bogus brigade of vested interests, says Minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi




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Climate experts worry about Donald Trump’s re-election impact

Climate experts anxious about American commitment to carbon mitigation efforts, particularly the Trump campaign’s espousal for fracking and distrust of scientific consensus on the impacts of greenhouse gas warming




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Why Russia is building the world’s biggest fast breeder reactor 

Many countries are watching Russia build a 1,200 MW fast breeder as a possible template for themselves




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Finance Ministry notifies new FDI limits for satellite-related activities under FEMA

Finance Ministry’s new FDI limits for satellite activities, effective April 16, allow 100% FDI in the space sector with specific limits for different activities




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Krishna Ella is new president of Indian Vaccine Manufacturers Association

“Vaccines are the vital pillar of global health, and the IVMA mission is to ensure that every individual, regardless of where they live, has access to life-saving immuniszations” - Krishna Ella, Co-Founder, Executive Chairman of Bharat Biotech