jablonkagroup/rise_ai_scientists huggingface dataset:
Authors: Ken Aldren S. Usman | Jizhen Zhang | Lingyi Bi | Shayan Seyedin | Xungai Wang | Yury Gogotsi | Joselito M. Razal
Source: Advanced Materials (article, 2025-06-25)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

The Future of MXene Fibers Since the first report on MXene-coated fibers in 2017, the field has grown rapidly, with over 1500 publications on fiber-related advancements. Improved understanding of MXene's colloidal dispersions has led to new fabrication techniques, resulting in fibers with exceptional electrical conductivity and electrochemical properties. These fibers show promise in energy storage, wearable electronics, motion and strain sensors, and electromagnetic interference shielding. Ongoing research is focused on improving their mechanical properties and fabrication methods, as well as new applications. As new MXene compositions and their properties are discovered, the field continues to open new avenues for innovation in functional fibers and textiles enabled using MXenes. This perspective explores the broad applications of MXene fibers, often overlooked in fiber-focused reviews, and emphasizes the need to address gaps in synthesis, scalability, and long-term performance to fully realize their potential. Materials science ; MXenes ; Nanotechnology ; Fabrication ; Electronics ; Wearable technology ; Fiber ; Wearable computer ; Computer science ; Composite material ; Electrical engineering MXene and MAX Phase Materials ; Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials ; Electromagnetic wave absorption materials
Authors: Zhucheng Yang | Yifan Wang | Ruixuan Zhang | Tiankai Chen | Jianping Xie
Source: Advanced Materials (article, 2025-08-13)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

Precise Surface Engineering of Metal Nanoclusters: Ligand Programming for Functionality Design Precise surface engineering of metal nanoclusters (MNCs) has emerged as a powerful strategy for tailoring their structural, electronic, and catalytic properties. On the basis of traditional surface chemistry, ligand programming enables atomic-level control over MNC functionality by modulating metal-ligand coordination, intra/inter-ligand interactions, and interfacial chemistry. These three layers within the "Engineering Zone" define structural flexibility, charge transfer pathways, molecular rigidity, and surface accessibility, key factors in optimizing catalytic activity, luminescence efficiency, and molecular recognition. This Perspective explores the chemistry governing ligand-directed MNC behavior in the three layers, highlighting its role in catalysis, photonics, and biomedicine. By integrating coordination chemistry, intra/inter-ligand design, and interfacial interactions, how ligand programming transforms MNCs is demonstrated into tunable platforms for next-generation functional materials. Insights from MNCs also provide a model for advancing surface engineering in broader nanomaterials, paving the way for innovative applications in materials science. Nanoclusters ; Materials science ; Ligand (biochemistry) ; Surface engineering ; Nanotechnology ; Metal ; Surface modification ; Surface (topology) ; Systems engineering ; Chemical engineering ; Metallurgy ; Engineering Nanocluster Synthesis and Applications ; Gold and Silver Nanoparticles Synthesis and Applications ; Advanced Nanomaterials in Catalysis
Authors: Sivakumar Singaravelu | Fezile Motsoene | Heidi Abrahamse | Sathish Sundar Dhilip Kumar
Source: Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology (review, 2025-07-16)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

Green-synthesized metal nanoparticles: a promising approach for accelerated wound healing The green synthesis of metal nanoparticles (G-MNPs) in wound healing has shown a promising approach in recent decades. While chemical and physical methods have traditionally been employed for G-MNP synthesis, green synthesis methods are increasingly preferred due to their eco-friendly, safe, cost-effective, and efficient nature. These processes offer high productivity and purity without the need for high pressure, temperature, or toxic and hazardous substances, and they eliminate the need for external reducing, stabilizing, or capping agents. The green synthesis of G-MNPs can occur intra- or extracellularly and can be facilitated by various biological entities, including bacteria, fungi, yeast, algae, actinomycetes, and plant extracts. The rapid advancements in nanotechnology have been significantly propelled by the development of engineered, green-synthesized metal nanoparticles (G-MNPs). These nanoparticles have been extensively investigated for their potential applications in various biomedical fields. Their inert nature and nanoscale dimensions, which are comparable to many biological molecules, make them highly attractive in the biomedical field. Moreover, their intrinsic properties, including electronic, optical, physicochemical characteristics, and surface plasmon resonance, are highly tunable by altering parameters such as particle size, shape, environment, aspect ratio, synthesis methods, and functionalization. This tunability has facilitated their broad application in biomedicine, encompassing areas such as targeted drug delivery, biosensing, photothermal and photodynamic therapies, imaging, and the integration of multiple therapeutic modalities. This review article explores the various properties of metallic nanoparticles and their applications in the biomedical sciences while also addressing the challenges associated with their clinical translation. Nanotechnology ; Materials science ; Nanoparticle ; Photothermal therapy ; Surface plasmon resonance ; Environmentally friendly ; Surface modification ; Drug delivery ; Nanomedicine ; Biomolecule ; Chemistry Nanoparticles: synthesis and applications ; Graphene and Nanomaterials Applications ; Microplastics and Plastic Pollution
Authors: Ruoqi Ai | Ximin Cui | Yang Li | Xiaolu Zhuo
Source: Nano-Micro Letters (review, 2025-01-08)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

Local Strain Engineering of Two-Dimensional Transition Metal Dichalcogenides Towards Quantum Emitters Two-dimensional transition metal dichalcogenides (2D TMDCs) have received considerable attention in local strain engineering due to their extraordinary mechanical flexibility, electonic structure, and optical properties. The strain-induced out-of-plane deformations in 2D TMDCs lead to diverse excitonic behaviors and versatile modulations in optical properties, paving the way for the development of advanced quantum technologies, flexible optoelectronic materials, and straintronic devices. Research on local strain engineering on 2D TMDCs has been delved into fabrication techniques, electronic state variations, and quantum optical applications. This review begins by summarizing the state-of-the-art methods for introducing local strain into 2D TMDCs, followed by an exploration of the impact of local strain engineering on optical properties. The intriguing phenomena resulting from local strain, such as exciton funnelling and anti-funnelling, are also discussed. We then shift the focus to the application of locally strained 2D TMDCs as quantum emitters, with various strategies outlined for modulating the properties of TMDC-based quantum emitters. Finally, we discuss the remaining questions in this field and provide an outlook on the future of local strain engineering on 2D TMDCs. Strain engineering ; Flexibility (engineering) ; Quantum ; Materials science ; Nanotechnology ; Transition metal ; Fabrication ; Strain (injury) ; Quantum well ; Optoelectronics ; Engineering physics ; Condensed matter physics ; Physics ; Chemistry ; Optics ; Quantum mechanics ; Laser 2D Materials and Applications ; MXene and MAX Phase Materials ; Perovskite Materials and Applications
Authors: Madhappan Santhamoorthy | Perumal Asaithambi | V. Ramkumar | N. Elangovan | P. Ilaiyaraja | Seong‐Cheol Kim
Source: Polymers (review, 2025-06-13)
Field: Materials Science — Biomaterials

A Review on the Recent Advancements of Polymer-Modified Mesoporous Silica Nanoparticles for Drug Delivery Under Stimuli-Trigger Mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSNs) are gaining popularity in nanomedicine due to their large surface area, variable pore size, great biocompatibility, and chemical adaptability. In recent years, the combination of smart polymeric materials with MSNs has transformed the area of regulated drug administration, particularly under stimuli-responsive settings. Polymer-modified MSNs provide increased stability, longer circulation times, and, most crucially, the capacity to respond to diverse internal (pH, redox potential, enzymes, and temperature) and external (light, magnetic field, and ultrasonic) stimuli. These systems allow for the site-specific, on-demand release of therapeutic molecules, increasing treatment effectiveness while decreasing off-target effects. This review presents a comprehensive analysis of recent advancements in the development and application of polymer-functionalized MSNs for stimuli-triggered drug delivery. Key polymeric modifications, including thermoresponsive, pH-sensitive, redox-responsive, and enzyme-degradable systems, are discussed in terms of their design strategies and therapeutic outcomes. The synergistic use of dual or multiple stimuli-responsive polymers is also highlighted as a promising avenue to enhance precision and control in complex biological environments. Moreover, the integration of targeting ligands and stealth polymers such as PEG further enables selective tumor targeting and immune evasion, broadening the potential clinical applications of these nanocarriers. Recent progress in stimuli-triggered MSNs for combination therapies such as chemo-photothermal and chemo-photodynamic therapy is also covered, emphasizing how polymer modifications enhance responsiveness and therapeutic synergy. Finally, the review discusses current challenges, including scalability, biosafety, and regulatory considerations, and provides perspectives on future directions to bridge the gap between laboratory research and clinical translation. Mesoporous silica ; Nanotechnology ; Nanomedicine ; Nanocarriers ; Photothermal therapy ; Drug delivery ; Materials science ; Smart polymer ; Nanoparticle ; Polymer ; Chemistry ; Mesoporous material Nanoparticle-Based Drug Delivery ; Nanoplatforms for cancer theranostics ; Advanced Nanomaterials in Catalysis
Authors: Martin Frejno | Michelle T. Berger | Johanna Tüshaus | Alexander Hogrebe | Florian Seefried | Michael Graber | Patroklos Samaras | Samia Ben Fredj | Vishal Sukumar | Layla Eljagh | Igor Bronshtein | Lizi Mamisashvili | Markus Schneider | Siegfried Gessulat | Tobias Schmidt | Bernhard Küster | Daniel P. Zolg | Mathias Wilhelm
Source: Nature Methods (article, 2025-04-22)
Field: Chemistry — Spectroscopy

Unifying the analysis of bottom-up proteomics data with CHIMERYS Proteomic workflows generate vastly complex peptide mixtures that are analyzed by liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry, creating thousands of spectra, most of which are chimeric and contain fragment ions from more than one peptide. Because of differences in data acquisition strategies such as data-dependent, data-independent or parallel reaction monitoring, separate software packages employing different analysis concepts are used for peptide identification and quantification, even though the underlying information is principally the same. Here, we introduce CHIMERYS, a spectrum-centric search algorithm designed for the deconvolution of chimeric spectra that unifies proteomic data analysis. Using accurate predictions of peptide retention time, fragment ion intensities and applying regularized linear regression, it explains as much fragment ion intensity as possible with as few peptides as possible. Together with rigorous false discovery rate control, CHIMERYS accurately identifies and quantifies multiple peptides per tandem mass spectrum in data-dependent, data-independent or parallel reaction monitoring experiments. Tandem mass spectrometry ; Computer science ; Deconvolution ; Mass spectrometry ; Proteomics ; Peptide ; Fragment (logic) ; Workflow ; Database search engine ; Chemistry ; Computational biology ; Data mining ; Biological system ; Chromatography ; Algorithm ; Search engine ; Database ; Biology ; Information retrieval Advanced Proteomics Techniques and Applications ; Mass Spectrometry Techniques and Applications ; Metabolomics and Mass Spectrometry Studies
Authors: Seokwoo Kim | Joohoon Kim | Kyungtae Kim | Minsu Jeong | Junsuk Rho
Source: Nature Communications (article, 2025-01-06)
Field: Materials Science — Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials

Anti-aliased metasurfaces beyond the Nyquist limit Sampling is a pivotal element in the design of metasurfaces, enabling a broad spectrum of applications. Despite its flexibility, sampling can result in reduced efficiency and unintended diffractions, which are more pronounced at high numerical aperture or shorter wavelengths, e.g. ultraviolet spectrum. Prevailing metasurface research has often relied on the conventional Nyquist sampling theorem to assess sampling appropriateness, however, our findings reveal that the Nyquist criterion is insufficient guidance for sampling in metasurface. Specifically, we find that the performance of a metasurface is significantly correlated to the geometric relationship between the spectrum morphology and sampling lattice. Based on lattice-based diffraction analysis, we demonstrate several anti-aliasing strategies from visible to ultraviolet regimes. These approaches significantly reduce aliasing phenomena occurring in high numerical aperture metasurfaces. Our findings not only deepen the understanding in phase gradient metasurface but also pave the way for high numerical aperture operation down to the ultraviolet spectrum. Nyquist frequency ; Aliasing ; Nyquist–Shannon sampling theorem ; Sampling (signal processing) ; Aperture (computer memory) ; Computer science ; Optics ; Lattice (music) ; Wavelength ; Diffraction ; Physics ; Algorithm ; Bandwidth (computing) ; Undersampling ; Telecommunications ; Computer vision ; Acoustics Metamaterials and Metasurfaces Applications ; Advanced Antenna and Metasurface Technologies ; Electromagnetic Scattering and Analysis
Authors: Amanda Fortune | Aliunui Aimé | David J. Raymond | Sunil Kumar
Source: Health Nanotechnology (article, 2025-08-09)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

Nanotechnology in medicine: a double-edged sword for health outcomes Nanotechnology has transformed contemporary medicine, providing exceptional developments in diagnostics, therapeutics, and individualized treatment approaches. Its applications range from targeted drug delivery to improved imaging and regenerative medicine. Nevertheless, these advances pose potential risks, requiring a judicious assessment of benefits and challenges. The incorporation of nanotechnology in medicine has greatly enhanced diagnostic accuracy, drug bioavailability, and disease-specific treatment options, especially in oncology and regenerative medicine. Nanoparticles facilitate targeted delivery with reduced systemic toxicity and increased therapeutic efficiency. Yet the same nanoscale characteristics that make this possible also lead to issues regarding biocompatibility, long-term toxicity, and immune system activation. Research shows that nanoparticles have the potential to accumulate in essential organs, cause oxidative stress, and be environmentally toxic because of their persistence in biological systems. In addition, regulatory discrepancies, expensive production, and public distrust hamper the widespread clinical use of nanomedicine. Although nanotechnology holds revolutionary medical potential, its ethical and safe application must be balanced. Regulated norms, strict risk analysis, and nanoparticle sustainable design are needed to minimize possible damages. Through interdisciplinary collaboration and the creation of global safety frameworks, nanotechnology can be leveraged to ensure maximum health gains with minimal unintended harm. SWORD ; Nanotechnology ; Medicine ; Materials science ; Engineering ; Mechanical engineering Nanoparticles: synthesis and applications ; Nanoparticle-Based Drug Delivery ; Graphene and Nanomaterials Applications
Authors: Jiahui He | Guo Tian | Duohua Liao | Zonglong Li | Yu Cui | Fei Wei | Chunyang Zeng | Chenxi Zhang
Source: Journal of Energy Chemistry (article, 2025-09-17)
Field: Chemistry — Inorganic Chemistry

Mechanistic insights into methanol conversion and methanol-mediated tandem catalysis toward hydrocarbons Catalysis ; Methanol ; Tandem ; Rational design ; Reaction intermediate ; Zeolite Zeolite Catalysis and Synthesis ; Catalysts for Methane Reforming ; Catalysis and Oxidation Reactions
Authors: Chiara Deriu | Laura Fabris
Source: Chemical Society Reviews (review, 2025-01-01)
Field: Materials Science — Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials

A surface chemistry perspective on SERS: revisiting the basics to push the field forward Surfaces are well known to be complex entities that are extremely difficult to study, and any phenomenon that is related to them is consequently challenging to approach. Moving from the bulk to the nanoscale adds a further layer of complexity to the problem. Because SERS relies on surfaces at the nanoscale, a rigorous understanding of the chemical phenomena that concur in the observation of the SERS signal is still limited or disorganized at best. Specifically, the lack of understanding of the chemical properties of nanoparticle surfaces has direct consequences on the development of SERS-based devices, causing a widespread belief that SERS is an inherently unreliable and fundamentally irreproducible analytical technique. Herein, we discuss old and new literature from SERS and related fields to accompany the reader through a journey that explores the chemical nature and architecture of colloidal plasmonic nanoparticles as the most popular SERS-active surfaces. By examining the chemistry of the surface landscape of the most common SERS colloids and the thermodynamic equilibria that characterize it, we aim to paint a chemically realistic picture of what a SERS analyst deals with on a daily basis. Thus, our goal for this review is to provide a centralized compilation of key, state-of-the-art surface chemistry information that can guide the rational development of analytical protocols and contribute an additional path through which our community can continue to advance SERS as a reliable and robust analytical tool. Nanotechnology ; Perspective (graphical) ; Key (lock) ; Surface (topology) ; Field (mathematics) ; Chemistry ; Computer science ; Materials science Gold and Silver Nanoparticles Synthesis and Applications ; Quantum Dots Synthesis And Properties ; Nanocluster Synthesis and Applications
Authors: Jinfeng Xia | Juan Zhu | Haiyang Chen | Guang Zeng | Juanyong Wan | Ben Zhang | Seunglok Lee | Jiacheng Xu | Jianlei Cao | Xiaoxiao Wu | Junyuan Ding | Lei Yang | Weijie Chen | Changduk Yang | Yaowen Li | Yongfang Li
Source: Angewandte Chemie International Edition (article, 2025-02-06)
Field: Materials Science — Polymers and Plastics

Smart Targeting Layer on Silver Nanowire Electrodes Achieving Efficiency Breakthroughs in ITO‐Free Conventional Flexible Organic Solar Cells Silver nanowire (AgNW) electrodes, known for their intrinsic flexibility and tunable optoelectronic properties, have garnered considerable attention for use in flexible organic solar cells (OSCs). However, in conventional OSCs, their low work function (WF) causes energy-level mismatches with classic aqueous hole transport layers (HTLs), while their poor hydrophilicity hinders the formation of optimized HTL morphology and crystallinity, posing challenges to their integration into high-performance OSCs. To address these issues, functionally targeted molecules with a thiol group at one end and strong electron-withdrawing, hydrophilic functional groups at the other are precisely engineered to wrap around the AgNW electrodes. The thiol group facilitates the formation of robust self-assembled molecules (SAMs) on the AgNW electrodes through stable S-Ag chemical bonds at room temperature. The strong electron-withdrawing groups generate notable molecular and interfacial dipoles that effectively raise the WF of AgNW electrodes. Notably, the hydrophilic groups not only improve electrode wettability but also promote strong hydrogen bonding interactions with HTL, leading to substantial improvements in the morphology and crystallinity of the HTL. This precision wrapping strategy enables the fabrication of high-efficient conventional flexible OSCs, achieving a record power conversion efficiency of 18.84 % (certified at 18.56 %) for flexible OSCs based on ITO-free transparent electrodes. Materials science ; Organic solar cell ; Electrode ; Nanotechnology ; Crystallinity ; Work function ; Energy conversion efficiency ; Anode ; Chemical engineering ; Layer (electronics) ; Optoelectronics ; Polymer ; Chemistry ; Composite material Conducting polymers and applications ; Organic Electronics and Photovoltaics ; Advanced Sensor and Energy Harvesting Materials
Authors: Klaus Zollner | Marcin Kurpas | Martin Gmitra | Jaroslav Fabian
Source: Nature Reviews Physics (review, 2025-03-25)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

First-principles determination of spin–orbit coupling parameters in two-dimensional materials Spin–orbit interaction ; Coupling (piping) ; Spin (aerodynamics) ; Orbit (dynamics) ; Materials science ; Physics ; Condensed matter physics ; Aerospace engineering ; Engineering ; Thermodynamics ; Composite material 2D Materials and Applications ; Topological Materials and Phenomena ; Graphene research and applications
Authors: Rae Hyung Kang | Seung Yeop Baek | Chang‐Kyu Oh | Yun Hak Kim | Dokyoung Kim
Source: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces (review, 2025-01-16)
Field: Materials Science — Materials Chemistry

Recent Advances of Macrostructural Porous Silicon for Biomedical Applications Porous silicon (pSi) has gained substantial attention as a versatile material for various biomedical applications due to its unique structural and functional properties. Initially used as a semiconductor material, pSi has transitioned into a bioactive platform, enabling its use in drug delivery systems, biosensing, tissue engineering scaffolds, and implantable devices. This review explores recent advancements in macrostructural pSi, emphasizing its biocompatibility, biodegradability, high surface area, and tunable properties. In drug delivery, pSi's potential for controlled and sustained release of therapeutic agents has been well-studied, making it suitable for chronic disease treatment. Innovative approaches, like microneedle arrays and hybrid drug delivery systems, are highlighted, along with challenges, such as scalability and stability, in biological environments. pSi-based biosensors offer exceptional sensitivity for detecting biomarkers, benefiting early disease diagnosis. In tissue engineering, fibrous and particulate pSi scaffolds mimic the extracellular matrix, promoting cell proliferation and tissue regeneration. pSi is also gaining momentum in orthopedic implants, demonstrating the potential for bone regeneration. Despite its promise, challenges like mechanical strength, scalability, and long-term stability must be addressed. Looking forward, future research should focus on optimizing production methods, enhancing stability, and exploring hybrid materials for pSi, paving the way for its widespread clinical use in personalized medicine, advanced drug delivery, and next-generation biosensors and implants. Materials science ; Nanotechnology ; Porous silicon ; Silicon ; Porosity ; Engineering physics ; Composite material ; Engineering ; Optoelectronics Silicon Nanostructures and Photoluminescence ; Nanowire Synthesis and Applications ; ZnO doping and properties