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Thermoluminescent properties of Ba2ZnSi2O7: RE (RE = Dy3+, Sm3+, Tb3+) phosphors for advanced radiation monitoring applications 用于高级辐射监测的Ba2ZnSi2O7: RE (RE = Dy3+, Sm3+, Tb3+)荧光粉的热释光性能
IF 5.7 3区 材料科学 Q2 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY Pub Date : 2025-12-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113931
Tejas , Naregundi Karunakara , M.I. Sayyed , Sudha D. Kamath
This study presents a comprehensive investigation of Ba2ZnSi2O7 phosphors doped with rare earth ions Dysprosium (Dy3+), Samarium (Sm3+), and Terbium (Tb3+) highlighting their potential for a wide range of radiation dosimetry applications. Each dopant uniquely modifies the thermoluminescent properties by influencing trap depth, activation energy, and recombination behaviour. Dy3+ doped phosphors exhibit deep traps with high activation energies (∼1.3–1.6 eV) and stable glow peaks around 410 K, making them suitable for long-term, high-dose applications such as environmental and space radiation monitoring. Sm3+ doping results in moderate activation energies (∼1.0–1.3 eV) and extended trap lifetimes, offering excellent sensitivity and low detection limits, ideal for clinical and industrial dosimetry. Tb3+ doped phosphors, with lower activation energies, support efficient recombination and are optimal for short-term, real-time applications like radiation therapy monitoring and sterilization. TL glow curves for all dopants follow second-order kinetics, indicating re-trapping before recombination, and trap parameters obtained through computerized glow curve deconvolution and Chen’s peak shape method are consistent. The materials demonstrate linear dose responses and high sensitivity, with minimum detectable doses as low as 0.045 Gy. These findings confirm that rare-earth-doped Ba2ZnSi2O7 phosphors are versatile, stable, and highly suitable for advanced dosimetry systems across medical, industrial, environmental, and aerospace fields.
本研究对掺杂稀土离子镝(Dy3+)、钐(Sm3+)和铽(Tb3+)的Ba2ZnSi2O7荧光粉进行了全面的研究,强调了它们在辐射剂量学领域的广泛应用潜力。每种掺杂剂通过影响陷阱深度、活化能和重组行为来独特地改变热释光性质。Dy3+掺杂的荧光粉具有高活化能(~ 1.3-1.6 eV)的深阱和410 K左右稳定的发光峰,适合长期、高剂量应用,如环境和空间辐射监测。Sm3+掺杂产生中等活化能(~ 1.0-1.3 eV)和延长的陷阱寿命,具有优异的灵敏度和低检测限,是临床和工业剂量测定的理想选择。Tb3+掺杂的荧光粉具有较低的活化能,支持有效的重组,是短期、实时应用的最佳选择,如放射治疗监测和灭菌。所有掺杂剂的TL辉光曲线都遵循二级动力学,表明在复合之前存在重捕获,通过计算机辉光曲线反褶积得到的捕获参数与Chen峰形法得到的捕获参数一致。材料表现出线性剂量响应和高灵敏度,最小可检测剂量低至0.045 Gy。这些发现证实了稀土掺杂Ba2ZnSi2O7荧光粉是通用的,稳定的,并且非常适合用于医疗,工业,环境和航空航天领域的先进剂量测定系统。
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The polylactic acid-based nanofiber membrane with hierarchical network conductive structure and wide-range sensing characteristics for human motion monitoring 基于聚乳酸的纳米纤维膜具有分层网络导电结构和大范围传感特性,可用于人体运动监测
IF 5.7 3区 材料科学 Q2 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY Pub Date : 2025-12-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113934
Yuanyuan Zhang , Shuping Liu , Shuyue Zhu , Yuan Zeng , Liang Li , Shujing Li , Rangtong Liu
For traditional flexible strain sensors, maintaining high sensitivity of sensing materials across multiple orders of magnitude strain ranges still poses significant challenges. In this study, electrospinning and spray-coating processes were used to construct a polylactic acid nanofiber conductive membrane (C-MPLA-Cu(y)) featuring a hierarchical conductive network. Copper ink becomes enriched within the fiber junction voids, forming "sheet-like" conductive regions, which synergistically act with the "linear" conductive pathways formed by Cu²⁺ doped inside the fibers to construct a bio-inspired, three-dimensional "spider-web structure" conductive network. The membrane achieves excellent electrical conductivity (1285.25 S/m), high sensitivity (GF = 249.4), and an elastic strain range broadened from ∼2.134 % to ∼8.064 %, enabling a seamless transition in signal perception from small to large deformations for human motion monitoring. The nanofiber conductive membrane developed here offers a feasible strategy for fabricating strain sensors with a wide detection range.
对于传统的柔性应变传感器来说,在多个数量级应变范围内保持传感材料的高灵敏度仍然是一个重大挑战。在本研究中,采用静电纺丝和喷涂工艺构建了具有分层导电网络的聚乳酸纳米纤维导电膜(C-MPLA-Cu(y))。铜墨在光纤结隙内富集,形成“片状”导电区域,与掺杂在光纤内部的Cu 2 +形成的“线性”导电路径协同作用,构建仿生的三维“蜘蛛网结构”导电网络。该膜具有优异的导电性(1285.25 S/m),高灵敏度(GF = 249.4),弹性应变范围从~ 2.134 %扩大到~ 8.064%,从而实现从小变形到大变形的信号感知无缝过渡,用于人体运动监测。本文所开发的纳米纤维导电膜为制造具有宽探测范围的应变传感器提供了一种可行的策略。
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Synthesis of 2D WO3 nanosheets by confined growth on GO to enhance the photodegradation of organic contaminants in wastewater 氧化石墨烯限生法制备二维氧化钨纳米片,增强废水中有机污染物的光降解能力
IF 5.7 3区 材料科学 Q2 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY Pub Date : 2025-12-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113936
Druval Santos de Sá , Kelly Leite dos Santos Castro Assis , Carolina Carvalho de Mello , Victor Magno Paiva , Maybi Fálker Sampaio , Odivaldo Cambraia Alves , Adriana Maria da Silva , Eliane D'Elia , Braulio Soares Archanjo , Carlos Alberto Achete
The remarkable properties of tungsten oxide nanosheets (WO3-NS), such as high specific surface area and preferentially exposed facets, renders them highly attractive photocatalytic nanomaterials for the degradation of organic contaminants. Nevertheless, conventional synthesis routes for the WO3 nanosheets (WO3-NS), face challenges with the production often limited to WO3 nanoplates that do not fully exploit its surface properties. In this work, we report the successful synthesis of WO3-NS using the confined growth approach on graphene oxide (GO) at temperatures ranging from 450 to 700 °C. WO3-NS with a porous surface were successfully synthetized and applied to the photodegradation of methylene blue (MB) under visible, UV-A, and solar light. Kinetics studies of MB photodegradation with WO3-NS/H2O2 revealed a degradation Deg (%) of 97-99% with k =0.026-0.070 min−1 and excellent photostability over five cycles without no significant loss of photocatalytic activity. In addition, WO₃-NS-600 demonstrated broad-spectrum activity against other organic contaminants, including Rhodamine B (94 % in 60 min) and Tetracycline (88 % in 120 min. This study also provides insights into the WO3 formation mechanism GO surfaces and underscores the promising performance of WO3-NS for wastewater decontamination.
氧化钨纳米片(WO3-NS)具有高比表面积和优先暴露的表面等显著特性,使其成为降解有机污染物的极具吸引力的光催化纳米材料。然而,传统的WO3纳米片(WO3- ns)合成路线面临着挑战,其生产往往局限于WO3纳米片,不能充分利用其表面特性。在这项工作中,我们报告了在氧化石墨烯(GO)上使用限制生长方法在450至700°C的温度范围内成功合成了WO3-NS。成功合成了具有多孔表面的WO3-NS,并将其应用于可见光、UV-A和太阳光下对亚甲基蓝(MB)的光降解。WO3-NS/H2O2光降解MB的动力学研究表明,当k =0.026-0.070 min - 1时,降解度(%)为97-99%,并且在5个循环中具有良好的光稳定性,没有明显的光催化活性损失。此外,WO₃-NS-600对其他有机污染物表现出广谱活性,包括罗丹明B(60分钟94%)和四环素(120分钟88%)。该研究还揭示了氧化石墨烯表面WO3的形成机制,并强调了WO3- ns在废水净化方面的良好性能。
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NiCo bimetallic nanotrappers derived from recycled coffee grounds for capacitive energy storage 镍基双金属纳米捕集器来源于可回收的咖啡渣,用于电容储能
IF 5.7 3区 材料科学 Q2 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY Pub Date : 2025-12-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113932
Bairui Qi , Gang Chen , Yuntian Zhu , Zhu Xiao
The growing global energy demand and environmental concerns necessitate efficient energy storage and sustainable waste management. Here, we introduce a NiCo Bimetallic Nanotrappers fabricated by the secondary recycling of coffee grounds through carbonization for capacitive energy storage. . By tuning Co and Ni salt ratios, ultrathin NiCo₂O₄ nanosheets form a unique trap-like polyhedral structure on carbon frameworks. The NiCo2O4/CFC electrode achieves a high specific capacitance of 1565 F/g at 5 A/g, maintains 767 F/g at 40 A/g, and exhibits good cyclic stability with 80.3% capacitance retention after 5000 cycles, while its charge-transfer resistance (Rct) remains relatively stable at 0.62 Ω. Its performance stems from unique trap-like structure for enhanced electron ion transport, large specific surface area, and N-doping-induced increase in reactive sites, coupled with good intrinsic electrical conductivity for rapid electron transport. This sustainable strategy paves the way for high-performance green energy materials.
日益增长的全球能源需求和环境问题需要有效的能源储存和可持续的废物管理。本文介绍了一种利用咖啡渣经炭化二次回收制备的NiCo双金属纳米捕集器,用于电容储能。通过调整Co和Ni盐的比例,超薄NiCo₂O₄纳米片在碳骨架上形成独特的陷阱状多面体结构。NiCo2O4/CFC电极在5 a /g时具有1565 F/g的高比电容,在40 a /g时保持767 F/g,在5000次循环后具有80.3%的电容保持率,而其电荷转移电阻(Rct)保持在0.62 Ω的相对稳定。它的性能源于其独特的陷阱状结构,增强了电子离子的传递,大的比表面积,n掺杂诱导的反应位点的增加,以及快速电子传递的良好的本征电导率。这一可持续战略为高性能绿色能源材料铺平了道路。
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Multifunctional Eu3+ co-activated KNaCa2(PO4)2: Dy3+ phosphors: luminescent and colourimetric investigations for lighting and optical temperature sensing applications 多功能Eu3+共激活KNaCa2(PO4)2: Dy3+荧光粉:照明和光学温度传感应用的发光和比色研究
IF 5.7 3区 材料科学 Q2 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY Pub Date : 2025-12-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113935
Jeena Rose Jose , Arya Gopinath , Amogh M S , Gin Jose , Cyriac Joseph , P.R. Biju
A series of Eu3+& Dy3+ co-doped KNaCa2(PO4)2 phosphors were formulated via the high-temperature solid-state reaction route. The phosphor particles are distributed in the micrometre range, with an average particle size of 2.527 µm. The emission spectrum under 350 nm excitation reveals emission bands of Dy3+ ions, along with Eu3+ ions, confirms the energy transfer between the ions. Tunable emission hues ranging from warm white to red are achieved and can be controlled by varying Eu3+ doping concentration and the excitation wavelength. The prepared phosphor exhibits an excellent quantum efficiency of 72.08 % under 393 nm excitation. The optical thermal sensing properties of the prepared phosphor are investigated over the 120–440 K range, revealing absolute and relative sensitivities of 0.0388 K⁻¹ and 6.248 %K⁻¹, respectively. These results confirm that the multi-wavelength excitable, colour-tunable Eu3+& Dy3+ co-doped KNaCa2(PO4)2 phosphor is a promising candidate for applications in solid-state lighting and optical thermometry.
采用高温固相反应法制备了一系列Eu3+&; Dy3+共掺杂KNaCa2(PO4)2荧光粉。荧光粉颗粒分布在微米范围内,平均粒径为2.527µm。350 nm激发下的发射光谱显示了Dy3+离子和Eu3+离子的发射带,证实了离子之间的能量转移。可以通过改变Eu3+掺杂浓度和激发波长来控制从暖白色到红色的可调发射色调。在所制备的荧光粉在393 nm激发下的量子效率为72.08%。在120-440 K范围内研究了所制备的荧光粉的光学热传感性能,发现其绝对灵敏度为0.0388 K⁻¹,相对灵敏度为6.248 K⁻¹。这些结果证实了多波长可激发、颜色可调的Eu3+& & & Dy3+共掺杂KNaCa2(PO4)2荧光粉在固态照明和光学测温方面的应用前景广阔。
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Tailoring BaHfS3 perovskite for solar applications: The role of selenium doping 为太阳能应用定制BaHfS3钙钛矿:硒掺杂的作用
IF 5.7 3区 材料科学 Q2 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY Pub Date : 2025-12-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113910
Abderrahim Elhamdaoui , Mohamed Ait Oufakir , Hassan Zitouni , Mustapha Rouchdi , Younes Chrafih , Oussama Ed-daymouni , Mustapha EL Alaoui , Boubker Fares
The intrinsic features of the chalcogenide perovskite BaHfS₃, particularly its bandgap, which affects panel efficiency, what are driving the growing interest in this material for photovoltaics. This work uses Density Functional Theory (DFT) with GGA and mBJ approximations to investigate the electrical, optical, and transport properties of selenium (Se) doped BaHfS3-x Sex(x = 0 %, 8 %, 16 %, and 24 %). The findings highlight the photovoltaic potential of BaHfS₃ by showing a high absorption coefficient, p-type semiconductor behavior, and a decrease in the band gap (from 1.374 eV to 1.157 eV) with increasing Se concentration. When comparing the performance of BaHfS₃ and BaZrS₃-based cells, the former exhibits robustness with an open-circuit voltage (Voc) of approximately 1.08 V and a power conversion efficiency (PCE) of over 25 % throughout a broad doping range. High fill factor (FF > 90 %) and high short-circuit current (Jsc) (for thicknesses > 1.5 µm) are displayed by BaZrS₃, which has a lower Voc (∼0.98 V).
However, its maximum efficiency is more sensitive to doping (around NA = 10¹⁸ cm⁻³). Furthermore, simulation results under AM1.5G illumination demonstrate the strong potential of BaZrS₃ in this particular configuration by confirming that an ITO/ZnSe/BaZrS₃ solar cell achieves superior quantum efficiency over a wider spectral range and enhanced J-V characteristics (Jsc ∼22 mA/cm², higher Voc) in comparison to its BaHfS₃ counterpart. In conclusion, BaHfS₃ provides more performance resilience, but BaZrS₃ requires exact control over its parameters to operate at its best.
硫系钙钛矿BaHfS₃的固有特性,特别是它的带隙,会影响面板效率,这推动了人们对这种光伏材料日益增长的兴趣。这项工作使用密度泛函理论(DFT)与GGA和mBJ近似来研究硒(Se)掺杂BaHfS3-x (x = 0%, 8%, 16%和24%)的电学,光学和输运性质。研究结果通过显示高吸收系数,p型半导体行为以及随着Se浓度的增加带隙减小(从1.374 eV到1.157 eV)来突出BaHfS₃的光伏潜力。当比较基于BaHfS₃和BaZrS₃的电池的性能时,前者表现出鲁棒性,在宽的掺量范围内开路电压(Voc)约为1.08 V,功率转换效率(PCE)超过25%。BaZrS₃具有较低的Voc (~ 0.98 V),可以显示高填充系数(FF > 90%)和高短路电流(Jsc)(厚度>; 1.5µm)。然而,其最大效率对掺杂更为敏感(NA = 10¹⁸cm⁻³左右)。此外,在AM1.5G照明下的模拟结果证明了BaZrS₃在这种特定配置中的强大潜力,证实了ITO/ZnSe/BaZrS₃太阳能电池在更宽的光谱范围内实现了更好的量子效率,并且与它的BaHfS₃相比,增强了J-V特性(Jsc ~ 22 mA/cm²,更高的Voc)。总之,BaHfS₃提供了更多的性能弹性,但BaZrS₃需要对其参数进行精确控制,以达到最佳运行状态。
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Experimental and Numerical Analysis on Bubble Behavior in sapphire Rods grown by Micro-Pulling-Down 微拉下生长蓝宝石棒材气泡行为的实验与数值分析
IF 5.7 3区 材料科学 Q2 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY Pub Date : 2025-12-02 DOI: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113933
Faiza Mokhtari, Laura Wollesen, Abdeldjelil Nehari, Kheirreddine Lebbou
This study integrates experimental and numerical approaches to reveal the mechanisms controlling bubble transport, distribution, and entrapment in sapphire single crystals grown by the micro-pulling-down (µ-PD) technique. Sapphire rods (diameter: 3 mm) were grown from a molybdenum crucible under argon atmosphere using pulling rates of 0.25–2.5 mm/min. A global finite element model, incorporating precise furnace geometry, crucible, and after heater, was developed and validated experimentally with excellent agreement. A systematic analysis of pulling rate, meniscus height (hm), and crystal-to-die diameter ratio (Drod/Ddie) demonstrates that bubble incorporation is governed by meniscus geometry and melt convection rather than pulling rate alone. When the rod diameter matches exactly the die (Drod=Ddie), the meniscus is nearly cylindrical with low height and curvature, decreasing the Marangoni convections at the periphery and the forced convection in the core. This configuration yields at low pulling rates (e.g., 0.25 mm/min), bubble-free crystals. Conversely, Drod<Ddie produces a taller and curved meniscus, that are ultimately increasing the bubble encapsulation. Peripheral bubbles are driven by Marangoni convection while core bubbles arise from downward flows (forced convection) scaling linearly with pulling rate. These insights establish that obtaining bubble-free crystals requires Drod≈Ddie and lowered pulling rates to reduce meniscus height hm and thereby convective intensity.
本研究结合实验和数值方法,揭示了通过微下拉(μ -PD)技术生长的蓝宝石单晶中气泡传输、分布和捕获的控制机制。在氩气气氛下,以0.25-2.5 mm/min的拉拔速率从钼坩埚中生长蓝宝石棒(直径:3mm)。建立了一个整体有限元模型,该模型包含了精确的炉膛几何形状、坩埚和后加热器,并通过实验验证了该模型的正确性。对拉拔速率、半月板高度(hm)和晶模直径比(Drod/Ddie)的系统分析表明,气泡的形成是由半月板几何形状和熔体对流决定的,而不仅仅是拉拔速率。当棒材直径与模具完全匹配(Drod=Ddie)时,半月板接近圆柱形,高度和曲率较低,减少了外围的Marangoni对流和核心的强制对流。这种结构产生低拉拔速率(例如,0.25毫米/分钟),无气泡晶体。相反,Drod<;Ddie产生更高和弯曲的半月板,这最终增加了气泡的封装。外围气泡由马兰戈尼对流驱动,而核心气泡由向下流动(强制对流)产生,随拉率呈线性缩放。这些发现表明,获得无气泡晶体需要Drod≈Ddie和降低拉速以降低半月板高度hm,从而降低对流强度。
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CVD–Grown CNTs on metallized fly ash cenospheres as tunable microwave–functional fillers 金属化粉煤灰微球上cvd生长的碳纳米管作为可调微波功能填料
IF 5.7 3区 材料科学 Q2 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY Pub Date : 2025-12-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113929
Zaur.N. Nuriakhmetov , Oleg A. Nerushev , Igor A. Betke , Yuri D. Chernousov , Dmitry V. Smovzh , Andrey G. Komarov , Vladimir I. Savichev
A hierarchical filler was synthesized by growing multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs) on aluminosilicate fly ash cenospheres (FACs). The process involved depositing a uniform ferromagnetic Fe catalyst layer (55 nm) via magnetron sputtering, followed by the chemical vapor deposition of a dense MWCNT array (50–60 nm diameter). Composite samples containing 20 wt.% of this filler in a polyurethane matrix were prepared. Their microwave properties were characterized by measuring the scattering parameters (S-parameters) over the 1–13 GHz frequency range. Subsequently, the complex permittivity and permeability were extracted from the S-parameter data using the Nicolson–Ross–Weir algorithm. The results reveal that MWCNTs introduce significant resistive losses (increased ε''), while the annealed Fe layer tunes the magnetic response. This dual-component modification enables independent tuning of the composite’s dielectric and magnetic properties. Our study demonstrates a scalable method for transforming low-cost industrial by-products into lightweight, functional materials with tailorable electromagnetic characteristics.
通过在铝硅酸盐飞灰微球(FACs)上生长多壁碳纳米管(MWCNTs),合成了层次化填料。该工艺包括通过磁控溅射沉积均匀的铁磁性铁催化剂层(55 nm),然后化学气相沉积致密的MWCNT阵列(50-60 nm直径)。在聚氨酯基体中制备了含有20 wt.%这种填料的复合样品。通过在1 ~ 13 GHz频率范围内的散射参数(s参数)测量,对其微波特性进行了表征。随后,利用Nicolson-Ross-Weir算法从s参数数据中提取复介电常数和渗透率。结果表明,MWCNTs引入了显著的电阻损耗(ε”增加),而退火的铁层调节了磁响应。这种双组分修改可以独立调整复合材料的介电和磁性能。我们的研究展示了一种可扩展的方法,可以将低成本的工业副产品转化为具有可定制电磁特性的轻质功能材料。
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Exploring fabrication, challenges, and mechanistic view of gelatin composites for anticancer drug release under influence of external stimuli: A comprehensive review 在外界刺激作用下,明胶复合材料用于抗癌药物释放的制备、挑战和机理研究综述
IF 5.7 3区 材料科学 Q2 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY Pub Date : 2025-12-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113930
Aamir Nawaz , Zia Ahmad , Muhammad Babar Taj , Aaysha Ihsan , Muhammad Tasleem
A protein-based gelatin biopolymer shows significant promise in biomedical applications, particularly for anticancer drug delivery. This review summarizes key physicochemical characteristics of gelatin relevant for designing novel drug delivery systems (DDS). The polymer’s chemical structure, sol-gel transition behavior, surface functionalization, crosslinking potential, and controlled drug release properties are discussed in the context of DDS development. The analysis includes the structural morphology of gelatin composites for delivering bioactive and therapeutic agents, focusing on responsiveness to external stimuli such as pH, temperature, magnetic fields, photothermal irradiation, and electric fields. Methodologies for fabricating gelatin composites, including solvent casting, electrospinning, thermal compression, superheated steam processing, and acidic, alkaline, or enzymatic hydrolysis, are briefly reviewed. The enhanced cellular adhesion, regulated drug release, and pH-responsive behavior of gelatin composites contribute to inhibiting cancer cell growth. Challenges in using gelatin composites in DDS are also examined, including limitations in cellular absorption, hydrolysis and degradation, temperature sensitivity, instability, storage issues, particle size/shape control, and drug release kinetics. Finally, gelatin's excellent biocompatibility, biodegradability, and ability to promote cell attachment and proliferation make it an effective nano-vehicle for anticancer drug delivery, enhancing therapeutic efficiency.
一种基于蛋白质的明胶生物聚合物在生物医学应用中具有重要的前景,特别是在抗癌药物输送方面。本文综述了与设计新型给药系统(DDS)相关的明胶的主要理化特性。在DDS开发的背景下,讨论了聚合物的化学结构、溶胶-凝胶过渡行为、表面功能化、交联电位和药物控释性能。分析包括用于输送生物活性和治疗剂的明胶复合材料的结构形态,重点是对外部刺激(如pH值、温度、磁场、光热照射和电场)的响应性。方法制造明胶复合材料,包括溶剂铸造,静电纺丝,热压缩,过热蒸汽处理,和酸性,碱性,或酶水解,简要回顾。增强细胞粘附,调节药物释放,以及凝胶复合材料的ph响应行为有助于抑制癌细胞的生长。在DDS中使用明胶复合材料的挑战也进行了研究,包括细胞吸收,水解和降解,温度敏感性,不稳定性,储存问题,颗粒大小/形状控制和药物释放动力学的限制。最后,明胶优异的生物相容性、生物可降解性以及促进细胞附着和增殖的能力使其成为一种有效的抗癌药物纳米载体,提高了治疗效率。
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Dual optimization of ZT and output power in bulk Bi2Te3 through metal-assisted chemical etching 金属辅助化学蚀刻对Bi2Te3块体ZT和输出功率的双重优化
IF 5.7 3区 材料科学 Q2 MATERIALS SCIENCE, MULTIDISCIPLINARY Pub Date : 2025-12-01 DOI: 10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113928
Nattharika Theekhasuk , Aparporn Sakulkalavek , Takahito Ono , Rachsak Sakdanuphab , Duc Nam Nguyen , Yongyut Kaewjumras , Chalermpol Rudradawong , Nguyen Van Toan
Thermoelectric materials offer a promising route for sustainable energy harvesting by directly converting waste heat into electricity, enabling compact, solid-state, and environmentally friendly energy solutions. Among them, bismuth telluride (Bi₂Te₃) stands out as the benchmark material for near-room-temperature applications due to its excellent electronic transport properties and commercial maturity. However, achieving high-performance in bulk or thick-film Bi₂Te₃ remains a formidable challenge. Conventional strategies such as doping, alloying, and nanoinclusion, while successful in thin films, often fail to translate effectively to bulk systems due to issues like pore collapse, poor uniformity, and degraded electrical connectivity. These limitations hinder the formation of efficient phonon-scattering architectures without compromising charge transport, resulting in limited improvement in the thermoelectric figure of merit (ZT). In this study, we present a novel and scalable nanoengineering strategy that applies metal-assisted chemical etching (MACE) to fabricate nanoporous surface layers on bulk Bi₂Te₃ for the first time. Unlike conventional nanostructuring techniques, MACE enables the formation of oriented nanostructures via a simple wet-chemical process, offering high tunability, low cost, and compatibility with large-area substrates. To reduce interfacial resistance, nickel was subsequently electrodeposited onto the nanostructured surface, forming a conformal contact layer that improves charge extraction and output performance. By systematically tuning the MACE duration, the optimized nanostructured Bi₂Te₃ sample exhibited a 2.3-fold improvement compared to the pristine bulk sample. Furthermore, due to the increased surface area from the nanoporous architecture, the internal resistance and output power of the nanostructured Bi₂Te₃ devices demonstrated 25-fold and 5.8-fold improvments, respectively, relative to the untreated sample. These remarkable improvements are attributed to the synergistic effect of enhanced phonon scattering within the nanoporous layer and improved charge transport enabled by the conformal nickel coating. This work not only introduces a powerful nanostructuring route for Bi₂Te₃ but also establishes a practical platform for high-performance, thick-film thermoelectric devices. The findings offer deep insight into the structure, property, and performance relationships governing thermoelectric efficiency and pave the way toward the scalable fabrication of next-generation thermoelectric modules for real-world applications such as industrial waste heat recovery and self-powered electronics.
热电材料通过直接将废热转化为电能,为可持续能源收集提供了一条有前途的途径,实现了紧凑、固态和环保的能源解决方案。其中,碲化铋(Bi₂Te₃)因其优异的电子输运性能和商业成熟度,成为近室温应用的基准材料。但是,在大块或厚膜Bi₂Te₃上实现高性能仍然是一个艰巨的挑战。传统的策略,如掺杂、合金化和纳米包合,虽然在薄膜中取得了成功,但由于孔隙崩塌、均匀性差和电连通性下降等问题,往往无法有效地转化为体系统。这些限制阻碍了有效声子散射结构的形成,而不影响电荷输运,导致热电性能图(ZT)的改善有限。在这项研究中,我们提出了一种新颖的、可扩展的纳米工程策略,首次应用金属辅助化学蚀刻(MACE)在大块Bi₂Te₃上制造纳米多孔表面层。与传统的纳米结构技术不同,MACE可以通过简单的湿化学过程形成定向纳米结构,具有高可调性、低成本和与大面积衬底的兼容性。为了降低界面阻力,镍随后被电沉积到纳米结构表面,形成一个共形接触层,提高电荷提取和输出性能。通过系统地调整MACE持续时间,优化的纳米结构Bi₂Te₃样品比原始的大块样品提高了2.3倍。此外,由于纳米孔结构增加了比表面积,纳米结构的Bi₂Te₃器件的内阻和输出功率分别比未处理的样品提高了25倍和5.8倍。这些显著的改进是由于纳米孔层内声子散射增强和保形镍涂层改善的电荷传输的协同效应。这项工作不仅为Bi₂Te₃引入了强大的纳米结构路线,而且为高性能厚膜热电器件建立了一个实用的平台。该研究结果为控制热电效率的结构、特性和性能关系提供了深入的见解,并为可扩展制造下一代热电模块铺平了道路,这些模块可用于工业废热回收和自供电电子等实际应用。
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