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International peer-reviewed journal from Wiley focusing on nano- and microscale science and technology, highlighting innovative research in nanoscience.

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Enhancement of Antibacterial and Osteogenic Properties in Novel Ti‐Mo‐Hf‐Cu Medium Entropy Alloys
News•Jan 22, 2026

Enhancement of Antibacterial and Osteogenic Properties in Novel Ti‐Mo‐Hf‐Cu Medium Entropy Alloys

Researchers have engineered a new class of Ti‑Mo‑Hf‑Cu medium entropy alloys (MEAs) that combine antibacterial activity with enhanced bone‑forming capability. By adding copper and hafnium to Ti‑Mo, nanoscale (Ti,Hf)₂Cu precipitates form without heat treatment, delivering 97% bacterial kill rates against E. coli while promoting osteogenesis in rat femurs. The alloys also exhibit significantly lower Young's modulus and superior corrosion resistance compared with commercial pure titanium, making them strong candidates for orthopedic implants.

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The Phase Transition Mechanism of Solid Nanoparticles During Catalytic Growth of Single‐Walled Carbon Nanotubes
News•Jan 22, 2026

The Phase Transition Mechanism of Solid Nanoparticles During Catalytic Growth of Single‐Walled Carbon Nanotubes

Researchers have unveiled a mechanism to steer single‑walled carbon nanotube (SWCNT) chirality by manipulating the phase of solid metallic‑carbide nanoparticles. Using molecular dynamics simulations, they showed that the nanoparticle phase hinges on the nucleation intermediate and the role of subsurface...

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Hydrogen‐Bond Network Redistribution Enables Uniform Ambient‐Air Blade‐Coated Perovskite Solar Modules
News•Jan 22, 2026

Hydrogen‐Bond Network Redistribution Enables Uniform Ambient‐Air Blade‐Coated Perovskite Solar Modules

Researchers introduced a novel molecular additive, 1,2,4‑triazole‑3‑carboxamide (TZC), to address non‑uniformity in ambient‑air blade‑coated perovskite films. TZC simultaneously chelates Pb²⁺ and reconfigures the hydrogen‑bond network, reducing formamidinium‑solvent interactions that cause local supersaturation. The additive enables large‑area modules with 20.3% efficiency...

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Ligand Defect Engineering of Amidoximated Metal–Organic Frameworks for Highly Efficient Uranium Extraction From Seawater
News•Jan 22, 2026

Ligand Defect Engineering of Amidoximated Metal–Organic Frameworks for Highly Efficient Uranium Extraction From Seawater

Researchers engineered three amidoxime‑functionalized defective UiO‑66 metal‑organic frameworks (MOFs) using a ligand modulation strategy, dramatically improving uranium capture from seawater. UiO‑66‑3BA‑AO achieved a record saturated adsorption capacity of 904.1 mg g⁻¹ within 90 minutes and extracted 26.9 mg g⁻¹ of uranium over 28 days in natural...

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Bioinspired Omnidirectional Iontronic Sensors Based on Triboelectric Charge
News•Jan 20, 2026

Bioinspired Omnidirectional Iontronic Sensors Based on Triboelectric Charge

Researchers unveiled a bioinspired omnidirectional iontronic sensor (BOIS) that merges triboelectric coupling with iontronic effects. The device employs a cross‑scale architecture featuring a 70° inclined ciliary array optimized by a Fibonacci spiral, enabling simultaneous detection of normal and shear forces....

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Tribocatalysis and High‐Temperature Resistance Characteristics of Magnetically Responsive Lubrication Additives
News•Jan 20, 2026

Tribocatalysis and High‐Temperature Resistance Characteristics of Magnetically Responsive Lubrication Additives

The paper presents a magnetic‑responsive composite lubricant that modulates friction in real time when a magnetic field is applied, producing a stepwise drop in coefficient of friction (CoF). At 250 °C the additive cuts CoF by 19.8% (from 0.131 to 0.105)...

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Mesoporous Materials for Electrochemical Biosensors: From Broad Structure to Silica Film
News•Jan 20, 2026

Mesoporous Materials for Electrochemical Biosensors: From Broad Structure to Silica Film

The review examines how mesoporous materials—ranging from silica and carbon to metal‑organic frameworks—enhance electrochemical biosensors through tunable porosity, large surface area, and versatile chemistry. It highlights the unique role of mesoporous silica thin films as planar platforms that enable miniaturization...

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Advanced Characterization and Rejuvenation of End‐Of‐Life Lithium‐Ion Anodes: Toward the Development of a Green Upcycling Route
News•Jan 20, 2026

Advanced Characterization and Rejuvenation of End‐Of‐Life Lithium‐Ion Anodes: Toward the Development of a Green Upcycling Route

Researchers demonstrated that simple green solvents—deionized water and ascorbic acid—can rejuvenate end‑of‑life lithium‑ion battery anodes without delamination. Multimodal analyses, including high‑resolution X‑ray tomography, revealed removal of surface impurities and restored graphite microstructure. The regenerated anodes delivered a stable discharge capacity...

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PH‐Responsive Psoralen Delivery System for Infected Bone Defects: Spatiotemporal Photothermal Disinfection Coupled with Osteogenesis and Osteoclast Regulation
News•Jan 20, 2026

PH‐Responsive Psoralen Delivery System for Infected Bone Defects: Spatiotemporal Photothermal Disinfection Coupled with Osteogenesis and Osteoclast Regulation

Researchers introduced a pH‑responsive nanoplatform—PSO/ZIF‑8@PDA (PZP) nanoparticles—that couples photothermal activity with controlled psoralen release. The system degrades rapidly in acidic, infection‑laden bone tissue, delivering antibacterial action first, then promoting osteogenesis as the environment normalizes. In vitro studies identified an optimal...

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Chemiresistive Gas Sensors: Materials, Mechanisms, and Applications on the Road to Intelligence and Multifunctionality
News•Jan 20, 2026

Chemiresistive Gas Sensors: Materials, Mechanisms, and Applications on the Road to Intelligence and Multifunctionality

The review outlines rapid advances in chemiresistive gas sensors (CGSs), detailing key performance metrics and a broad palette of sensing materials such as metal‑oxide semiconductors, carbon nanomaterials, conducting polymers, MXenes, and 2D TMDs. It evaluates engineering strategies—morphology control, heterojunctions, doping,...

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Rigid‐Flexible Layered Immobilization Enables Precise Confinement and Dynamic Activation of Small Enzymes
News•Jan 20, 2026

Rigid‐Flexible Layered Immobilization Enables Precise Confinement and Dynamic Activation of Small Enzymes

A novel rigid‑flexible layered immobilization combines metal‑organic framework (MOF) micropores with hydrogel macropores to stabilize small enzymes (10–50 kDa) while preserving activity. The dual‑pore architecture reduces substrate‑enzyme distance by 34.2% and prevents leakage, enabling 40 consecutive cycles of high conversion for...

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High‐Sensitivity Self‐Powered X‐Ray Detectors Based on Chiral Bismuth Perovskites
News•Jan 20, 2026

High‐Sensitivity Self‐Powered X‐Ray Detectors Based on Chiral Bismuth Perovskites

Researchers have introduced a lead‑free, chiral bismuth perovskite single crystal, (R/S‑NEA)4Bi2Cl10, that leverages the bulk photovoltaic effect for self‑powered X‑ray detection. The detector delivers a record sensitivity of 10,200 µC·Gy⁻¹·cm⁻² at 1000 V and operates without external bias, detecting as low as...

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Enriching Triboelectric Signal Waveform Characteristics Based on Complex Interface Structure for Monitoring Device Operating Status
News•Jan 20, 2026

Enriching Triboelectric Signal Waveform Characteristics Based on Complex Interface Structure for Monitoring Device Operating Status

Researchers have created a PDMS‑encapsulated honeycomb nickel sheet that forms a complex polymer‑metal interface, enriching triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) signal waveforms. The closed‑sandwich architecture delivers detailed vibration signatures and achieves roughly 95% recognition accuracy. Frequency monitoring errors remain under 4% across...

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In Situ Growth of 2D Perovskite Nanocrystals to Induce Β–Phase of PVDF for Piezoelectric Nanogenerators with Ultra‐High Output Voltage
News•Jan 20, 2026

In Situ Growth of 2D Perovskite Nanocrystals to Induce Β–Phase of PVDF for Piezoelectric Nanogenerators with Ultra‐High Output Voltage

Researchers have demonstrated flexible piezoelectric nanogenerators (PENGs) by in‑situ growing 2D perovskite nanocrystals (PEA2MA2Pb3Br10) within a PVDF matrix. The nanocomposite achieves an 86.35 % β‑phase content and a piezoelectric coefficient (d33*) of 35.16 pm/V, delivering a peak output voltage of 66.54 V—over seven...

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Triboelectric Wearable Devices for Wound Healing: Materials, Mechanisms, and Innovative Designs
News•Jan 20, 2026

Triboelectric Wearable Devices for Wound Healing: Materials, Mechanisms, and Innovative Designs

A new review outlines triboelectric wearable devices—primarily triboelectric nanogenerators—as self‑powered platforms for wound healing. It details core design elements, including triboelectric and electrode materials, and structural strategies that enable electrical stimulation without external power. The paper explains multi‑scale mechanisms such...

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Morphology‐Regulated Structural Dynamics and Stress Mitigation Enable Stable Chloride Storage for Bismuth Oxychloride Cathodes
News•Jan 20, 2026

Morphology‐Regulated Structural Dynamics and Stress Mitigation Enable Stable Chloride Storage for Bismuth Oxychloride Cathodes

Researchers introduced a pH‑tailored hydrothermal route to produce bismuth oxychloride nanoplates (BiOCl‑N) that serve as high‑performance cathodes for chloride‑ion batteries. The nanoplates feature a high surface area, mesoporous framework, and a low Cl⁻ diffusion barrier, which together accelerate ion transport...

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High‐Temperature Afterglow Color Tuning via Förster Resonance Energy Transfer
News•Jan 20, 2026

High‐Temperature Afterglow Color Tuning via Förster Resonance Energy Transfer

Researchers have developed a low‑temperature processed boric acid matrix that embeds triphenylboronic acid (TPBA) to produce persistent luminescence at high temperatures. The hybrid material exhibits a phosphorescence lifetime of up to 2.56 seconds at 460 K, overcoming typical thermal quenching. By introducing...

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Au LSPR Effect Enhanced R‐CeO2/G‐C3N4 S‐scheme Heterojunction for Accelerating CO2 Photoreduction Performance
News•Jan 20, 2026

Au LSPR Effect Enhanced R‐CeO2/G‐C3N4 S‐scheme Heterojunction for Accelerating CO2 Photoreduction Performance

Researchers engineered a ternary photocatalyst that couples oxygen‑vacancy‑rich CeO₂ with graphitic carbon nitride (g‑C₃N₄) and plasmonic Au nanoparticles. The Au‑induced localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) creates an S‑scheme heterojunction, dramatically improving charge separation and lowering the energy barrier for the...

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Synergistically Enhance the Mechanical and Electrochemical Properties of Fiber Batteries by Designing Aramid Fiber Skeletons
News•Jan 20, 2026

Synergistically Enhance the Mechanical and Electrochemical Properties of Fiber Batteries by Designing Aramid Fiber Skeletons

Researchers have introduced an aramid‑fiber reinforced skeleton for fiber lithium‑ion batteries (FLIBs) that separates charge transport from structural support. The composite achieves a tensile strength of 800 MPa and a modulus of 35 GPa, far surpassing traditional metal‑wire scaffolds. Energy density climbs...

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Self‐Driven Interfacial Assembly of MIL‐68 MOFs on Group‐III Nitride Nanorod Arrays for Constructing Efficient Photoanodes
News•Jan 20, 2026

Self‐Driven Interfacial Assembly of MIL‐68 MOFs on Group‐III Nitride Nanorod Arrays for Constructing Efficient Photoanodes

Researchers introduced a surface‑cluster‑assisted, self‑driven method to grow MIL‑68 metal‑organic framework layers directly on InN and GaN nanorod arrays. The resulting heterojunctions exhibit dramatically reduced interfacial resistance and a direct Z‑scheme charge‑transfer pathway. InN/MIL‑68 delivers a record photocurrent density of...

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MXene 3D‐AJP: Three‐Dimensional Well‐Oriented Freeform Networks of 2D MXene Nanosheets via Aerosol‐Based 3D Printing
News•Jan 20, 2026

MXene 3D‐AJP: Three‐Dimensional Well‐Oriented Freeform Networks of 2D MXene Nanosheets via Aerosol‐Based 3D Printing

Researchers have unveiled an additive‑free aerosol jet 3D printing method that builds self‑supporting, high‑aspect‑ratio architectures from Ti₃C₂Tx MXene nanosheets. The technique exploits rapid droplet evaporation and real‑time ink thickening to create freestanding 3D geometries without binders. Demonstrated 3D microsupercapacitors exhibit...

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In‐Built Reactive Polymer as Versatile Electrolyte to Shield the Bi‐Electrode Surfaces for Practical Li‐Metal Batteries
News•Jan 20, 2026

In‐Built Reactive Polymer as Versatile Electrolyte to Shield the Bi‐Electrode Surfaces for Practical Li‐Metal Batteries

Researchers have introduced an in‑situ formed polymer electrolyte, PTGI, that simultaneously creates protective interphases on both the lithium metal anode and high‑voltage cathode. The material’s narrow orbital energy gap and strong electrode affinity trigger a sacrificial reaction that outpaces solvent...

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Concurrently Suppressing Side Reaction and Freezing in Flexible Zinc–Air Batteries with a Robust Eutectogel Electrolyte
News•Jan 20, 2026

Concurrently Suppressing Side Reaction and Freezing in Flexible Zinc–Air Batteries with a Robust Eutectogel Electrolyte

Researchers introduced a deep eutectic solvent‑based eutectogel electrolyte using formamide, which dramatically improves ionic conductivity and mechanical stability for flexible zinc‑air batteries (FZABs). The formamide’s –CONH2 groups bind water, limiting free‑water side reactions such as hydrogen evolution and zinc corrosion...

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Electrocatalytic Valorization of PET Hydrolysates Into High‐Value Chemicals Coupled With Renewable Energy Generation
News•Jan 20, 2026

Electrocatalytic Valorization of PET Hydrolysates Into High‐Value Chemicals Coupled With Renewable Energy Generation

Researchers have devised a full‑molecule valorization route for PET waste by converting PET‑derived benzene‑1,4‑dicarboxylate into a bifunctional Pt/Ni‑BDC electrocatalyst. The catalyst delivers a record 378.8 mA cm⁻² ethylene glycol oxidation at 1.0 V vs. RHE with 90% selectivity toward glycolic acid while cutting...

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Regulating Cu Atom Dispersity on Nitrogen‐Doped Carbon for Boosting Electrocatalytic Nitrate Reduction in Strongly Acidic Media
News•Jan 20, 2026

Regulating Cu Atom Dispersity on Nitrogen‐Doped Carbon for Boosting Electrocatalytic Nitrate Reduction in Strongly Acidic Media

Researchers engineered a copper‑based electrocatalyst on nitrogen‑doped carbon by adjusting pyrolysis temperature, creating a hybrid of Cu single atoms and nanoparticles. This dual‑site architecture enables a two‑step relay mechanism that dramatically improves nitrate‑to‑ammonia conversion in strongly acidic media. The catalyst...

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A Sensitive Thermoelectric Respiratory Sensor Using a Hollow‐Square Structure of Cubic Silicon Carbide‐Based Heterojunction
News•Jan 20, 2026

A Sensitive Thermoelectric Respiratory Sensor Using a Hollow‐Square Structure of Cubic Silicon Carbide‐Based Heterojunction

Researchers have unveiled a self‑powered respiratory sensor built on a hollow‑square cubic silicon carbide (3C‑SiC)/silicon heterojunction. By engineering thermal transport through the heterojunction, the device generates a thermal voltage about 3.5 times higher than conventional solid‑state designs. The sensor demonstrates...

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Dehydration‐Assisted Rapid Modulated Synthesis of Monodisperse Covalent Organic Framework Single Crystals With Tunable Sizes
News•Jan 20, 2026

Dehydration‐Assisted Rapid Modulated Synthesis of Monodisperse Covalent Organic Framework Single Crystals With Tunable Sizes

Researchers introduced a dehydration‑assisted modulated method that rapidly produces imine‑linked three‑dimensional COF single crystals. By replacing 1,4‑dioxane with benzonitrile and controlling water content, crystal sizes can be tuned from 213 nm to 44.3 µm within just one to three hours. The approach...

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Intrinsically Chiral Excimers: Water‐Compatible Trityl‐Based Nanoparticles as Tailored Dual Emitters of Circularly Polarized Luminescence in the Vis or NIR Regions
News•Jan 20, 2026

Intrinsically Chiral Excimers: Water‐Compatible Trityl‐Based Nanoparticles as Tailored Dual Emitters of Circularly Polarized Luminescence in the Vis or NIR Regions

Researchers have created metal‑free organic nanoparticles (ONPs) from a brominated trityl radical that emit circularly polarized luminescence (CPL) in both visible and near‑infrared (NIR) regions. By adjusting the ratio of radical enantiomers within the particles, the system produces two distinct...

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Eco‐Friendly Synthesis and Mechanistic Exploration of Multifunctional Cu/Cr Self‐Assemblies for Durable and High‐Performance Fuel Cell Composite Membranes
News•Jan 19, 2026

Eco‐Friendly Synthesis and Mechanistic Exploration of Multifunctional Cu/Cr Self‐Assemblies for Durable and High‐Performance Fuel Cell Composite Membranes

Researchers introduced eco‑friendly Cu(II) and Cr(III) L‑aspartic acid self‑assemblies into sulfonated poly(phenylene oxide) membranes, creating mixed‑matrix composites that outperform pristine SPPO. The Cr(III)‑based filler, featuring both –COOH and –NH2 groups, boosted proton conductivity and water uptake, delivering a peak power...

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Atomically Precise Iron Catalysis for Efficient Electrochemical Cycloaddition of CO2 With Low‐Cost Feedstocks to Styrene Carbonate
News•Jan 19, 2026

Atomically Precise Iron Catalysis for Efficient Electrochemical Cycloaddition of CO2 With Low‐Cost Feedstocks to Styrene Carbonate

Researchers have developed a ZIF‑derived single‑atom Fe/N‑C catalyst that drives the electrochemical cycloaddition of CO₂ with styrene oxide to produce styrene carbonate under mild conditions. The Fe1.98‑N‑C material achieves a 78% yield and 99% selectivity within six hours, outperforming conventional...

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Modulation of SpiroOMeTAD Hole‐Transport Layers for Carbon‐Based Perovskite Solar Cells
News•Jan 19, 2026

Modulation of SpiroOMeTAD Hole‐Transport Layers for Carbon‐Based Perovskite Solar Cells

The review surveys recent strategies for modulating hole‑transport layers in carbon‑based perovskite solar cells, emphasizing doping of Spiro‑OMeTAD with asymmetric carbon nanohorns (ACNHs). ACNH incorporation boosts the HTL’s electrical conductivity, curtails hysteresis, and markedly improves long‑term stability. By addressing intrinsic...

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Defect‐Passivating and Dense Indolocarbazole‐Based Self‐Assembled Monolayers for Efficient Inverted Perovskite Solar Cells With over 26.1% Efficiency
News•Jan 19, 2026

Defect‐Passivating and Dense Indolocarbazole‐Based Self‐Assembled Monolayers for Efficient Inverted Perovskite Solar Cells With over 26.1% Efficiency

Researchers introduced indolocarbazole‑based self‑assembled monolayers (SAMs) with tailored nitrogen positions and phosphonate anchoring groups to improve inverted perovskite solar cells. The monophosphonate‑anchored M3PAICz‑1 achieved a record 26.12% power conversion efficiency for a 1.55 eV bandgap device and 22.19% for a 1.68 eV...

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Carbon Nanogrid‐Directed Interfacial Electric Field Engineering Boosts Selective CO2‐to‐Formate Electrosynthesis
News•Jan 19, 2026

Carbon Nanogrid‐Directed Interfacial Electric Field Engineering Boosts Selective CO2‐to‐Formate Electrosynthesis

Researchers have developed a nanogrid-directed interfacial electric field engineering approach that embeds tin nanoparticles within a conductive carbon nanotube framework (Sn@CNT). The architecture generates intense, well‑distributed electric fields that boost charge transport, facilitate water activation, and lower the desorption barrier...

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Synthesis of Large‐Area 2D Prussian Blue as Ion‐Transport Channels for Non‐Volatile Memristors
News•Jan 19, 2026

Synthesis of Large‐Area 2D Prussian Blue as Ion‐Transport Channels for Non‐Volatile Memristors

Researchers have developed a scalable liquid‑liquid interfacial method to grow large‑area, continuous 2D Prussian blue (FeFe) films with thicknesses from ~2 nm to several hundred nanometres. The technique avoids nanoparticle aggregation, delivering high‑quality flakes suitable for device integration. When incorporated into...

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New Hybrid Nanocomposite Films for Optical Diagnostics and Optical Temperature Sensing: Synergy Among Α‐Synuclein, Gold and Upconverting Nanoparticles
News•Jan 19, 2026

New Hybrid Nanocomposite Films for Optical Diagnostics and Optical Temperature Sensing: Synergy Among Α‐Synuclein, Gold and Upconverting Nanoparticles

Researchers engineered a quasi‑monolayer hybrid film by using the intrinsically disordered protein α‑synuclein as a molecular linker between gold nanoparticles and Yb³⁺, Er³⁺‑doped CaF₂ upconverting nanoparticles. The resulting 2D nanocomposite exhibits strong upconversion emission under 980 nm excitation and functions as...

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Correction to “Janus Magnetic‐Plasmonic Nanoparticles for Magnetically Guided and Thermally Activated Cancer Therapy”
News•Jan 19, 2026

Correction to “Janus Magnetic‐Plasmonic Nanoparticles for Magnetically Guided and Thermally Activated Cancer Therapy”

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Cellulose Formate‐Based Surgical Sutures With Tunable Absorbability and Enhanced Biocompatibility
News•Jan 19, 2026

Cellulose Formate‐Based Surgical Sutures With Tunable Absorbability and Enhanced Biocompatibility

Researchers have developed a cellulose formate‑based surgical suture that combines collagen and a poly(vinyl alcohol) surface coating to deliver mechanical strength comparable to commercial collagen sutures. By tuning the polymerization and substitution degree of the cellulose formate, the suture’s absorbability...

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The Preparation of Porous CuO@F‐GDY Nano‐Arrays for High‐Performance Sodium‐Ion Battery Anodes
News•Jan 19, 2026

The Preparation of Porous CuO@F‐GDY Nano‐Arrays for High‐Performance Sodium‐Ion Battery Anodes

Researchers have engineered a porous CuO nano‑array anode coated with fluorinated graphdiyne (F‑GDY) for sodium‑ion batteries. The F‑GDY shell confines the CuO structure, mitigating volume expansion and facilitating rapid interfacial charge transfer. Electrochemical testing shows a reversible capacity of 681 mAh g⁻¹...

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Leveraging Natural Wood Structures for Sustainable and High‐Performance Osmotic Energy Harvesting
News•Jan 19, 2026

Leveraging Natural Wood Structures for Sustainable and High‐Performance Osmotic Energy Harvesting

Researchers created a heterogeneous membrane by infiltrating sodium alginate into delignified wood, leveraging the wood's natural channels and added surface charges to boost ion transport for osmotic energy harvesting. The wood/alginate (W/SA) membrane achieved a power density of 14.43 W m⁻² under...

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A Multifunctional Bioactive Nanoscale Coating Deposited by Atmospheric Pressure Plasma Polymerization of Peppermint Essential Oil
News•Jan 19, 2026

A Multifunctional Bioactive Nanoscale Coating Deposited by Atmospheric Pressure Plasma Polymerization of Peppermint Essential Oil

Researchers have developed a substrate‑independent nanoscale coating by atmospheric pressure plasma polymerisation of peppermint essential oil. The plasma‑derived film retains antioxidant, antibacterial and immunomodulatory functional groups, delivering up to 90% reactive species scavenging and significant cytokine modulation. In vitro tests...

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Experimental Visualization and the Mechanism of Current‐Collector Geometry Effects on Ion Distribution and Device Longevity
News•Jan 19, 2026

Experimental Visualization and the Mechanism of Current‐Collector Geometry Effects on Ion Distribution and Device Longevity

Researchers experimentally mapped the three‑dimensional ion distribution in transition‑metal‑oxide cathodes and identified a pervasive “bottom effect,” where trapped cations accumulate far from the current‑collector pole, accelerating localized aging. Simulations had predicted uneven current density from collector geometry, but this study...

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Light‐Guided Molecular Patterning for High‐Throughput Single‐Molecule Mechanical Characterization
News•Jan 19, 2026

Light‐Guided Molecular Patterning for High‐Throughput Single‐Molecule Mechanical Characterization

Researchers have introduced a light‑guided molecular patterning technique that arranges oligonucleotides on surfaces using UV patterns projected through a digital micromirror device. The method eliminates the need for specialized lithography tools, offering a cost‑effective, scalable way to create precise single‑molecule...

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Real‐Time Imaging of Intercalation–Conversion Li Storage in MXenes for Solid‐State Batteries
News•Jan 19, 2026

Real‐Time Imaging of Intercalation–Conversion Li Storage in MXenes for Solid‐State Batteries

Operando scanning transmission electron microscopy directly visualizes lithium transport and redox evolution in Ti3C2Tx MXene electrodes within a sulfide‑based solid‑state battery. The study identifies three reaction pathways: interlayer Li (de)intercalation with Ti redox, partially reversible Li2O formation on the MXene...

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Highly Connected Stable Metal–Organic Frameworks With Polyhedral Cage‐Like Cavities for Natural Gas Upgrading
News•Jan 19, 2026

Highly Connected Stable Metal–Organic Frameworks With Polyhedral Cage‐Like Cavities for Natural Gas Upgrading

Researchers synthesized four highly connected metal‑organic frameworks (MOFs) featuring polyhedral cage‑like cavities using an isoreticular design strategy. The materials demonstrate strong uptake of ethane (C2H6) and propane (C3H8) while adsorbing significantly less methane (CH4), enabling CH4 purification to over 99.9%...

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Chemical Passivation and Crystallization Kinetics Regulation for Enhancing Efficiency and Stability of Inverted Perovskite Solar Cells
News•Jan 19, 2026

Chemical Passivation and Crystallization Kinetics Regulation for Enhancing Efficiency and Stability of Inverted Perovskite Solar Cells

Researchers introduced the organic small‑molecule additive MSB into perovskite precursor solutions, slowing crystallization and enlarging grain size while simultaneously passivating defects. The multifunctional sulfonyl and amidinium groups bind lead ions and resist deprotonation, delivering multi‑site, long‑term passivation. These combined effects...

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Nano‐Functionalized Biopolymer Films with Green‐Synthesized CuO/Attapulgite for Light‐Promoted Antibacterial Therapy and Wound Healing
News•Jan 19, 2026

Nano‐Functionalized Biopolymer Films with Green‐Synthesized CuO/Attapulgite for Light‐Promoted Antibacterial Therapy and Wound Healing

Researchers used olive leaf extract to green‑synthesize copper‑oxide nanoparticles anchored on attapulgite clay, creating a visible‑light‑responsive nanocomposite. The CuO/attapulgite particles were embedded in κ‑carrageenan/carboxymethyl chitosan films, yielding dressings with a water contact angle of 56.7°, high moisture retention, and robust...

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Printed Liquid Metal–Solid Metal Hybrid Electrodes for Stabilizing Liquid Platinum–Gallium Droplets During Electrocatalysis
News•Jan 19, 2026

Printed Liquid Metal–Solid Metal Hybrid Electrodes for Stabilizing Liquid Platinum–Gallium Droplets During Electrocatalysis

Researchers have created a printed liquid‑metal catalyst platform that confines platinum‑in‑gallium droplets within a fused tungsten nanoparticle matrix on porous molybdenum mesh. The W‑nanoparticle scaffold physically traps the Ga‑based liquid droplets, preventing agglomeration and leaching while maintaining reactive surface exposure....

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AI‐Guided Droplet Microreactors Enable Rapid and Reproducible Protein Crystallization
News•Jan 19, 2026

AI‐Guided Droplet Microreactors Enable Rapid and Reproducible Protein Crystallization

Researchers unveiled the Droplet Concentration Control and Vision (DCCV) platform, a microfluidic system that combines programmable osmotic modulation with automated computer‑vision analysis. By using semi‑permeable double‑emulsion droplets, the platform can adjust solute concentrations after droplet formation, precisely managing protein supersaturation....

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High‐Selective and Ultrafast Furfural Removal From Simulated Biomass Hydrolysates via a Sustainable MOF‐Based Strategy
News•Jan 19, 2026

High‐Selective and Ultrafast Furfural Removal From Simulated Biomass Hydrolysates via a Sustainable MOF‐Based Strategy

Researchers introduced MIL-53-TDC, a metal‑organic framework that removes furfural from simulated biomass hydrolysates with unprecedented speed and selectivity. The material combines size‑based molecular sieving with moderate hydrogen‑bonding to achieve 98% furfural removal and a static capacity of 424.6 mg g⁻¹, while leaving...

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In Situ Constructed Zn3N2‐Enriched Hybrid Solid Electrolyte Interphase Enables Highly Efficient Zinc Deposition Kinetics for Ultra‐Stable Zinc‐Iodine Batteries
News•Jan 19, 2026

In Situ Constructed Zn3N2‐Enriched Hybrid Solid Electrolyte Interphase Enables Highly Efficient Zinc Deposition Kinetics for Ultra‐Stable Zinc‐Iodine Batteries

Researchers introduced copper hexadecafluorophthalocyanine (FCP) as an electrolyte additive that in situ creates a Zn3N2‑rich inorganic‑organic hybrid solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) on zinc anodes. The hybrid SEI provides high Zn2+ conductivity and a delocalized electric field that speeds desolvation, leading...

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