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Electrosynthesis of Jahn–Teller Distorted CoIV=O Species for Efficient Oxidant-Free Water Purification and Resource Recovery

This study introduces a phosphorus-doped single-atom cobalt catalyst that utilizes Jahn–Teller distortion to stabilize high-valent CoIV=O species, enabling an efficient, oxidant-free electrochemical process for water purification and simultaneous nickel resource recovery.

Yancai Yao, Bing Zhou, Furong Guo, Long Zhao, Huan Yang, Lufa Hu, YANG WU, Yibing Ma, Lizhi Zhang2026-07-28
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Optimized 3d printability and stability of low-methylated pectin-xyloglucan-cellulose nanocrystal composites

This study demonstrates that optimizing the composition of low-methylated pectin, xyloglucan, and cellulose nanocrystal bioinks through response surface methodology yields sustainable, high-fidelity 3D-printed structures with tunable rheological and mechanical properties that mimic natural plant cell wall assembly.

Smarak Bandyopadhyay, Vadym Chibrikov, Katarzyna Grygorczuk-Płaneta, Karolina Fila, Abitha Puzhakkara Veettil, Justyna C (…)2026-07-28
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Structural Characterization and Development of an MXene/Cu-MOF Hybrid-Functionalized Quartz Crystal Microbalance for Gamma Radiation Sensing

This study demonstrates that an MXene/Cu-MOF hybrid-functionalized quartz crystal microbalance exhibits a measurable and persistent decrease in resonance frequency accompanied by morphological reorganization upon exposure to gamma radiation, validating its potential as a proof-of-concept platform for radiation sensing.

Nadyah Alanazi, Reema Alsawuid, Sheren Alsalmi, Abeer Al-Modlej, Abdullah N. Alodhayb2026-07-28
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Synergistic Dual-Fuel-Driven Dissipative (Opto-)Electronic Crystals: Unraveling Spatiotemporal Multifunctionality Beyond Equilibrium

This study reports the construction of synergistic dual-fuel-driven dissipative (opto-)electronic crystals using a bioorganic building block that, through combined chemical and light inputs, enables spatiotemporally programmable multifunctionality such as self-erasable writing and logic-based patterning, thereby advancing the development of life-like adaptive molecular materials.

Pandeeswar Makam, Ruchi Shukla, Rajarshi Chakraborty, Anitha Selvaraj, Vijay Patel, Bhola Pal, Divya Korlepara2026-07-28
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Unifying Digital Discovery of Electronic Materials with EMOS

The paper introduces EMOS, an open-source framework that unifies fragmented digital discovery tools for electronic materials into a standardized, modular system, enabling seamless automated workflows and community-driven extensibility through the integration of millions of compounds and diverse machine learning models.

Atish Dixit, Alexandros Keros, Shashank Mishra, Ben Rowlinson, Jacqui Cole, Subramanian Ramamoorthy, Themis Prodromakis2026-07-28
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Engineering a Sustainable Cork-PLA Biocomposite with Coupled Thermal Management and Multifunctional Protection for Low-Altitude Packaging

This study presents a sustainable cork-PLA biocomposite featuring a radiative cooling surface that simultaneously delivers exceptional thermal insulation, superior mechanical resilience, and multifunctional protection for low-altitude temperature-sensitive packaging.

Jiachen Liu, Fengbiao Yao, Tengfei Yi, Xudong Gao, Xiaoliang Wang, Xiaojie Hu, Baoxuan Liu, Xiaoying Dong, Yongfeng Li2026-07-28
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Plant mediated synthesis of silver nanoparticles using Nigella sativa seeds and Azadirachta indica leaves: A systematic review of synthesis mechanisms, physicochemical characterization, stability, yield, and biological activities

This systematic review evaluates the eco-friendly synthesis, physicochemical properties, and distinct biological activities of silver nanoparticles derived from *Nigella sativa* seeds and *Azadirachta indica* leaves, highlighting their potential for therapeutic and industrial applications while emphasizing the need for standardized protocols and further toxicity assessments.

Aamir sohail2026-07-28
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Plant-Mediated ZnO Nanoparticles as Functional Additives for Enhancing the Dielectric and Optical Response of Nematic Liquid Crystal

This study demonstrates that dispersing green-synthesized ZnO nanoparticles derived from *Caesulia axillaris* Roxb. leaf extract into 7CB nematic liquid crystals significantly enhances their dielectric permittivity, optical ordering, and thermal stability, making them promising candidates for advanced electro-optical applications.

Geetika Jangid, Sanjeev Kumar, Gautam Singh, Praveen Malik, Harsh Sharma, Rishi Pal, Jasvir Dalal, Jasdeep Kaur, Supreet (…)2026-07-28