Nanomaterials, Volume 16, Issue 2

Chromium-doped diamond-like carbon (DLC-Cr) nanocomposite films were successfully deposited using a high-power impulse magnetron sputtering (HiPIMS) system. The Cr content in the films was controlled by adjusting the Cr target powers. The influence o...

Lead-free transparent ferroelectric ceramics with integrated opto-electro-mechanical functionalities are pivotal for next-generation multifunctional devices. In this study, K_0.48Na_0.52NbO₃-xLa₂O₃ (KNN-xLa, x = 0.005 − 0.04) ceramics were fabric...

Next-generation therapeutic devices will rely on an intelligent integrated system that consolidates multiple functions into a single platform. These individual chemical components exhibit diverse physicochemical properties, demonstrating multifunctio...

With the rapid advancement in portable electronics, artificial intelligence, and the Internet of Things, there is an escalating demand for high-density, low-voltage non-volatile memory (NVM) technologies. Germanium (Ge) nanocrystals (NCs) have emerge...

We propose a strain-optimized design strategy for lattice-matched InAs_1−xSb_x/Al_1−yIn_ySb Type-I quantum wells (QWs) that emit across the near-to mid-infrared spectrum (2–5 µm). By combining elastic strain energy minimization wi...

The inner spacer module, which profoundly affects the final performance of a device, is a critical component in GAA NSFET (Gate-all-around Nanosheet Field Effect Transistor) manufacturing and necessitates systematic optimization and fundamental innov...

Shale oil reservoirs are complex multi-scale nanoporous media where fluid transport is governed by coupled micro-mechanisms, demanding a robust modeling framework. This study presents a novel fluid–solid coupling (FSC) numerical model that rigo...

The combination of nanogenerator technology and traditional textile materials has given rise to textile-based triboelectric nanogenerators (T-TENGs) structured from fibers, yarns, and fabrics. Due to their lightweight, flexibility, washability, and c...

In this study, we report a reproducible in situ photochemical method for the simultaneous synthesis of metallic and hybrid metal/metal oxide nanoparticles (NPs) within a UV–curable polymer matrix. A series of epoxy diacrylate-based formulations...

Nanotechnology has emerged as a transformative tool in animal production, offering novel strategies to enhance productivity, health, and product quality. Among trace elements, selenium (Se) plays an essential role in antioxidant defence, immune regul...

Carbon dots (CDs) have emerged as a distinct class of fluorescent nanomaterials distinguished by their tunable physicochemical properties, ultrasmall size, exceptional photoluminescence, versatile surface chemistry, high biocompatibility, and chemica...

The threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and the need for sustainable disinfectants have spurred interest in natural antimicrobials such as essential oils (EOs). However, their application is limited by volatility, poor water solubility, and cyto...

To address winter construction challenges such as slow early-stage strength development, inhibited hydration processes, and pore structure defects in concrete under low-temperature conditions, this study employs nano-TiO₂ as a modifying agent. It is...

In recent years, significant advancements have been made in the exploitation, combustion, ignition, and application of innovative nano-metric energetic materials (nEMs), including solid fuels, energetic combustion catalysts, metal particles, thermite...

This work systematically investigates photonic nanojet (PNJ) planar arrays formed by periodic arrangements of dielectric microstructures with four geometric configurations: cylinders, cones, truncated pyramids, and pyramids, focusing on the effects o...

Traditional complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor (CMOS) logic gates serve as the fundamental building blocks of modern computing, operating through the electron charge manipulation wherein binary information is encoded as distinct high- and low-vo...

Objective: We analyzed nanoparticle regulation research to examine the evolution of regulatory frameworks, identify major thematic structures, and evaluate current challenges in the governance of rapidly advancing nanotechnologies. By drawing paralle...

At an ultra-thin 3 nm SnO₂ channel thickness, a record-high effective mobility (µ_eff) of 301 cm²/V·s, field-effect mobility (µ_FE) of 304 cm²/V·s, and a sharp subthreshold swing (SS) of 201 mV/decade are achieved at a high ca...

The development of nanoscale chiral materials with enhanced optical properties holds significant promise for advancing technologies in light-emitting devices and enantioselective sensing. Here, we report the self-assembly of chiral metal–organi...

Thermochromic VO₂ crystalline domains have been formed in amorphous nanocolumnar VO_x films by means of a low-temperature oxidation process. The oxidation of an amorphous film with [O]/[V] below 1.9 favors the formation of VO₂, V₃O₇, and V₂O₅ crystall...

From an energetic, economic and environmental perspective, the selective removal of carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide from industrial natural gas streams is crucial. For this purpose, adsorption separation using nanoporous zeolites composed solely...

Metallaphotoredox catalysis merges the powerful bond-forming abilities of transition metal catalysis with unique electron or energy transfer pathways accessible in photoexcited states, injecting new vitality into organic synthesis. However, most tran...

Electric-field-sensitive dielectrics play a crucial role in electric field induction sensing and related capacitive conversion, with interfacial polarization and charge accumulation largely determining the signal output. This paper introduces graphen...

Thorium carbide (${\mathrm{ThC}}_{2\pm x}$) nano-structured thin disc-like pellets were produced from thoria nanoparticles (${\mathrm{ThO}}_2$-NP) and multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNT). These composites are to be studied as a target material candidate for radioactive ion...

Electrospinning is a widely used technique for fabricating nanomaterials with tailored morphology and functional properties. This study investigates how two fundamental process parameters—applied voltage and needle tip-to-collector distance&mda...

This study investigates Metal–Organic Vapor Phase Epitaxy (MOVPE)-grown AlGaN/GaN and AlN/GaN heterostructures using high-temperature thermal annealing and Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry (SIMS). By fitting experimental diffusion coefficients (...

An efficient synthetic method for the preparation of self-assembling conjugated organic materials with a silazane anchor group based on direct hydrosilylation reaction is reported. A novel organic semiconductor molecule, NH(Si-Und-BTBT-Hex)₂, consist...

The orbital two-channel Kondo (2CK) effect is one of the crucial systems with non-Fermi liquid (NFL) behavior. But the full three-regime transport evidence has never been observed in one sample. Here, all three resistive regimes for the orbital 2CK e...

Exploiting the atomistic tight-binding theory with the sp-d exchange term, the electronic and magnetic characteristics of CdSe nanoparticles embedded with Mn, Fe and Co are determined as a function of external magnetic fields to realize the sp-d exch...

Corrosion in harsh environments causes global economic losses exceeding 3 trillion US dollars annually. Traditional silicone epoxy (SE) coatings are prone to failure due to insufficient physical barrier properties and lack of active protection. In th...

A multifunctional diagnosis and treatment carrier, ZIF-8@CDs, based on carbon quantum dots (CDs) and the zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) metal–organic framework which serves as a core structure for constructing the responsive delivery...

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There is an urgent need to develop sustainable approaches for the remediation of contaminated soil as well as to promote sustainable practices for waste management. Here, we provide the first evaluation of the performance of two types of iron nanopar...

Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) typically exist in the form of powders or dispersed crystals, which limits their direct application in practical engineering scenarios that require monolithic structures and processability. To address this issue,...

This study theoretically investigates the nonlinear optical response of asymmetric dielectric structures embedded with graphene and demonstrates tunable optical bistability in the terahertz frequency range. Our findings reveal that the bistable behav...

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This study utilizes QM/MM Born–Oppenheimer Molecular Dynamics in order to model the process of intermolecular binding between reduced graphene oxide (rGO) and butadiene–acrylonitrile copolymer (PBDAN) with a monomer ratio of 2:1. This res...

Polypropylene (PP) nonwovens are widely used as filtration layers in surgical face masks, but their hydrophobic, inert surfaces limit their ability to attach functional coatings that adjust pore size and improve mechanical filtration. Herein, we expl...

To address the challenge of treating refractory organic dyes in textile wastewater, this study synthesized a novel copper-based composite material (designated MEL-Cu-6HNA) via a supramolecular self-assembly–pyrolysis pathway. Its core component...

A first-principles investigation was conducted to characterize the novel Cr₂ZnC MAX phase and its exfoliated MXene nanosheet, Cr₂C. The study critically examines the effect of electron correlations on the bulk phase, revealing that the PBE+U framewor...

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Biodiesel, which is a blend of fatty acid methyl esters (FAME), has garnered significant attention as a promising alternative to petroleum-based diesel fuel. Nevertheless, the commercial production of biodiesel faces challenges due to the high costs...

Water electrolysis using electricity generated from renewable sources is a promising approach for producing green hydrogen. However, this process requires the development of electrocatalysts that are not only highly active and durable but also low-co...

The review critically discusses the methodological approach used to characterize the mechanism and to assess kinetic parameters in catalytic processes promoted by surfactant-based nanozymes. Using the hydrolysis of carboxylic and phosphoric esters as...

Nanoplastics are persistent environmental pollutants with potential risks to human health. Due to their small size, nanoplastics are internalized by macrophages, potentially altering their function. In this study we found that, in macrophages, 50 nm...

Hydrophilic modification of polymeric membranes by employing TiO₂ nanoparticles has attracted much attention in enhancing antifouling performance. Micelles of PVPylated-TiO₂ nanoparticles were designed to alleviate the agglomeration of TiO₂ nanoparti...

Electrochemical CO₂ reduction (CO₂RR) is a promising route to transform a major greenhouse gas into value-added fuels and chemicals. However, its deployment is still hindered by the sluggish activation of CO₂, poor selectivity toward multielectron pr...

Hexagonal boron nitride nanosheets (BNNSs) have emerged as one of the most promising materials for next-generation thermal management, driven by the intensifying heat dissipation demands of highly integrated electronics. While conventional polymer-ba...

Nanoparticle–surfactant composite flooding systems significantly enhance oil recovery through synergistic effects. When the optimal ratio of SiO₂ nanoparticles to nonionic surfactant alkylphenol polyoxyethylene ether (OP-10) in the composite sy...