Building robust copper nanostructures via carbon coating derived from polydopamine for oxygen reduction reaction

Highlights, Publications 2024

Building robust copper nanostructures via carbon coating derived from polydopamine for oxygen reduction reaction

Authors: Cebollada, J; Sebastián, D; Yamasaki, J; Agúndez, J; Lázaro, MJ; Martínez-Huerta, MV

Article.
Mater. Today Nano. vol: 28. page: 2588-8420.
Date: DEC. 2024.
Doi: 10.1016/j.mtnano.2024.100536.

Abstract:
This study explores the synthesis and electrocatalytic performance of copper-nitrogen-carbon composites formed by Cu single atoms/clusters embedded in nitrogen-doped carbon with Cu/Cu2O nanoparticles (Cu-X-NC) for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). The catalysts were synthesized using [read more]

Arturo Pérez2024-12-14T18:44:18+01:00Categories: Highlights, Publications 2024|Tags: Multidisciplinary, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology; Materials Science|

On the Origin of Enantioselectivity in Chiral Zeolite Asymmetric Catalyst GTM-3: Host-Guest Transfer of Chirality

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On the Origin of Enantioselectivity in Chiral Zeolite Asymmetric Catalyst GTM-3: Host-Guest Transfer of Chirality

Authors: de la Serna, R; Jurado-Sánchez, J; Li, J; Márquez-Alvarez, C; Pérez-Pariente, J; Gómez-Hortigüela, L

Article.
ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces. vol: 16. page: 1944-8244.
Date: sep-25. 2024.
Doi: 10.1021/acsami.4c14487.

Abstract:
Knowledge of how extra-large-pore chiral zeolite asymmetric catalysts based on the -ITV framework imprint their chirality during a catalytic reaction is crucial in order to spread the scope for the catalytic enantioselective [read more]

Arturo Pérez2024-10-25T13:16:05+02:00Categories: Highlights, Publications 2024|Tags: Multidisciplinary, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology; Materials Science|

Chitin Nanocomposites for Fused Filament Fabrication: Flexible Materials with Enhanced Interlayer Adhesion

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Chitin Nanocomposites for Fused Filament Fabrication: Flexible Materials with Enhanced Interlayer Adhesion

Authors: de León, AS; Pulido, JA; Fernández-Delgado, N; Delgado, FJ; Molina, SI

Article; Early Access.
ACS Appl. Mater. Interfaces. vol: . page: 1944-8244.
Date: 2024 JUN 28. 2024.
Doi: 10.1021/acsami.4c06358.

Abstract:
In this work, we present a series of nanocomposites for Fused filament fabrication (FFF) based on polycaprolactone (PCL) and chitin nanocrystals (ChNCs). The ChNCs were synthesized by acid hydrolysis using HCl [read more]

Arturo Pérez2024-08-15T20:32:31+02:00Categories: Highlights, Publications 2024|Tags: Multidisciplinary, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology; Materials Science|

Dy₂NiRuO₆ perovskite with high activity and durability for the oxygen evolution reaction in acidic electrolyte

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Dy₂NiRuO₆ perovskite with high activity and durability for the oxygen evolution reaction in acidic electrolyte

Authors: Rodríguez-García, I; de la Fuente, JLG; Galyamin, D; Tolosana-Moranchel, A; Kayser, P; Salam, MA; Alonso, JA; Calle-Vallejo, F; Rojas, S; Retuerto, M

Article; Early Access.
J. Mater. Chem. A. vol: . page: 2050-7488.
Date: 2024 MAY 28. 2024.
Doi: 10.1039/d3ta06788b.

Abstract:
Ru mixed oxides may be suitable materials to replace state-of-the-art Ir-based catalysts in the anode of proton exchange membrane electrolyzers. [read more]

Arturo Pérez2024-07-03T12:58:20+02:00Categories: Highlights, Publications 2024|Tags: Chemistry, Multidisciplinary, Physical; Energy & Fuels; Materials Science|

Cerium-oxide functionalized iron scaffolds: A synergistic approach for enhanced degradation and reduced cytotoxicity

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Cerium-oxide functionalized iron scaffolds: A synergistic approach for enhanced degradation and reduced cytotoxicity

Authors: Arevalo-Cid, P; Cruz, A; Pinto, SN; Montemor, MF; Alves, MM

Article.
Mater. Today Chem.. vol: 38. page: 2468-5194.
Date: JUN. 2024.
Doi: 10.1016/j.mtchem.2024.102108.

Abstract:
Biodegradable scaffolds play a crucial role in biomedical restoration. These are three-dimensional (3D) structures that can provide support for the development of newly formed bone tissues. Among the studied metallic biodegradable scaffolds, those composed of iron (Fe) [read more]

Arturo Pérez2024-07-03T12:43:52+02:00Categories: Highlights, Publications 2024|Tags: Chemistry, Multidisciplinary, Multidisciplinary; Materials Science|

A response surface methodology optimization for efficient photocatalytic degradation over reusable CuxO/TiO2 nanocomposite on copper wire

Authors: Ansari, F; Sheibani, S; Fernandez-Garcia, M

Article.
Mater. Res. Bull.. vol: 166. page: 0025-5408.
Date: OCT. 2023.
Doi: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2023.112342.

Abstract:
In this study, the CuxO/TiO2 (x=1,2) nanocomposite photocatalyst was prepared via chemical-thermal oxidation followed by the sol-gel method on the copper wire. The characterization analysis indicated the co-existence of two types of copper oxides along with TiO2 and proved the formation [read more]

Arturo Pérez2023-11-08T16:26:02+01:00Categories: Publications 2023|Tags: Materials Science, Multidisciplinary|

Engineering more sustainable catalysts based in ecological and economic synthesis routes from renewable raw material: Novel mesoporous silicas for remediation technologies

Authors: Vaschetto, EG; Rodriguez, PAO; Pariente, JP; Eimer, GA

Article.
Microporous Mesoporous Mat.. vol: 360. page: 1387-1811.
Date: OCT. 2023.
Doi: 10.1016/j.micromeso.2023.112719.

Abstract:
Iron modified mesoporous silica structures were achieved from biomass-derived renewable molding agents (glyceryl monostearate and glycerol) and can become potential substitutes for conventional mesoporous catalysts synthesized from petrochemical-derived precursors. These materials were prepared by different methods (wet impregnation with [read more]

Arturo Pérez2023-09-24T13:01:42+02:00Categories: Publications 2023|Tags: Applied; Chemistry, Chemistry, Multidisciplinary, Physical; Nanoscience & Nanotechnology; Materials Science|

Copper(i) as a reducing agent for the synthesis of bimetallic PtCu catalytic nanoparticles

Authors: Fernandez-Lodeiro, A; Lodeiro, JF; Losada-Garcia, N; Nuti, S; Capelo-Martinez, JL; Palomo, JM; Lodeiro, C

Article; Early Access.
Nanoscale Adv.. vol: . page: 2516-0230.
Date: 2023 JUL 20. 2023.
Doi: 10.1039/d3na00158j.

Abstract:
This work investigates the potential utilization of Cu(i) as a reducing agent for the transformation of the platinum salt K2PtCl4, resulting in the production of stable nanoparticles. The synthesized nanoparticles [read more]

Arturo Pérez2023-08-24T16:40:28+02:00Categories: Publications 2023|Tags: Chemistry, Multidisciplinary, Multidisciplinary; Nanoscience & Nanotechnology; Materials Science|

A computational view on nanomaterial intrinsic and extrinsic features for nanosafety and sustainability

Authors: Mancardi, G; Mikolajczyk, A; Annapoorani, VK; Bahl, A; Blekos, K; Burkf, J; Çetin, YA; Chairetakis, K; Dutta, S; Escorihuela, L; Jagiello, K; Singhal, A; van der Pol, R; Bañaresi, MA; Buchete, NV; Calatayudj, M; Dumit, VI; Gardini, D; Jeliazkoval, N; Haase, A; Marcoulaki, E; Martorell, B; Puzyn, T; Sevink, GJA; Simeone, FC; Tämm, K; Chiavazzo, [read more]

Arturo Pérez2023-07-27T00:00:00+02:00Categories: Publications 2023|Tags: Materials Science, Multidisciplinary|

Fe-Al binary composite filled dialysis membrane tubes (DMT-HFAO): a modified method for assessment of phosphate desorption from aqueous and soil solutions

Authors: Kassim, A; Taddesse, AM; Nigussie, D; Diaz, I; Habib, NR

Article.
RSC Adv.. vol: 13. page: .
Date: jul-19. 2023.
Doi: 10.1039/d3ra04000c.

Abstract:
Phosphorus (P) limits plant growth particularly in strongly acidic soils due to P fixation. P availability to a plant is a functional concept of time rather than a measurable quantity. Therefore, a method that can estimate P availability [read more]

Arturo Pérez2023-07-19T00:00:00+02:00Categories: Publications 2023|Tags: Chemistry, Multidisciplinary|