Chemical recordPub Date : 2025-04-16DOI: 10.1002/tcr.202400153
Reinhard W. Hoffmann
{"title":"Research Projects How They Sprout, Bloom, and Wither Away","authors":"Reinhard W. Hoffmann","doi":"10.1002/tcr.202400153","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/tcr.202400153","url":null,"abstract":"<p>The conception, initiation, major achievements, and termination of twelve different research projects in our research group are described. Covering a period of four decades, they mirror the changing trends and focusses of organic chemistry in the second half of the last century.</p>","PeriodicalId":10046,"journal":{"name":"Chemical record","volume":"25 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":7.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/tcr.202400153","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143938885","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chemical recordPub Date : 2025-04-14DOI: 10.1002/tcr.202500014
Fabio Loprete, Eleonora Tosi Brandi, Francesco Calcagno, Jacopo De Maron, Andrea Fasolini, Riccardo Tarroni, Francesco Basile, Ivan Rivalta
{"title":"Advancing CO2 Conversion with Cu-LDHs: A Review of Computational and Experimental Studies","authors":"Fabio Loprete, Eleonora Tosi Brandi, Francesco Calcagno, Jacopo De Maron, Andrea Fasolini, Riccardo Tarroni, Francesco Basile, Ivan Rivalta","doi":"10.1002/tcr.202500014","DOIUrl":"10.1002/tcr.202500014","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Layered Double Hydroxides (LDHs) are versatile materials with tuneable properties. They show promising electro- and photo-catalytic activity in the activation and conversion of CO<sub>2</sub>. Their unique properties make LDHs pivotal materials in emerging sustainable strategies for mitigating the effect of CO<sub>2</sub> emissions. However, the intricate structure-property relationship inherent to LDHs challenges their rational design. In this review, we provide a comprehensive overview of both experimental and computational studies about LDHs for photo- and electro-catalytic conversion of CO<sub>2</sub>, mainly focusing on Cu-based systems due to their superior performance in producing C<sub>2</sub> products. We present a background framework, describing the essentials computational and experimental tools, designed to support both experimentalists and theoreticians in the development of tailored LDH materials for efficient and sustainable CO<sub>2</sub> valorisation. Finally, we discuss future potential advancements, emphasizing the importance of new synergistic experimental-computational studies.</p>","PeriodicalId":10046,"journal":{"name":"Chemical record","volume":"25 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":7.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/tcr.202500014","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143968003","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chemical recordPub Date : 2025-04-11DOI: 10.1002/tcr.202580401
João P. A. Souza, Isaac R. Jorge, Aluska T. dos Santos, Leonardo Figueiredo, Brunno B. Rosa, Prof. Dr. Andressa Paladini, Prof. Dr. Paulo H. G. Zarbin
{"title":"Cover Picture: A Comprehensive Survey of Stink Bug Pheromones - Extraction, Identification, Synthesis, Biosynthesis, and Phylogenetic Insights (Chem. Rec. 4/2025)","authors":"João P. A. Souza, Isaac R. Jorge, Aluska T. dos Santos, Leonardo Figueiredo, Brunno B. Rosa, Prof. Dr. Andressa Paladini, Prof. Dr. Paulo H. G. Zarbin","doi":"10.1002/tcr.202580401","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/tcr.202580401","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This cover illustrates the evolutionary relationships of stink bugs (Pentatomidae) through a phylogenetic tree, with species positioned along its branches to reflect their diversity and ecological roles. In the background, key chemical structures of their pheromones are subtly displayed, representing distinct metabolic pathways that guided their phylogenetic placement. This visual narrative bridges chemistry and evolution, showcasing how chemical diversity has shaped the evolutionary history of these remarkable insects. More details can be found in article number e202400140 by Paulo H. G. Zarbin and co-workers. (DOl: 10.1002/tcr.202400140.\u0000 <figure>\u0000 <div><picture>\u0000 <source></source></picture><p></p>\u0000 </div>\u0000 </figure>\u0000 </p>","PeriodicalId":10046,"journal":{"name":"Chemical record","volume":"25 4","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":7.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/tcr.202580401","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143821995","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chemical recordPub Date : 2025-04-10DOI: 10.1002/tcr.202500032
Jala Bib Khan, Yuan-Chang Liang
{"title":"Discover the Evolution: A Comprehensive Review of Transition and Rare Earth Metals for Oxygen Reduction Reaction, from Mono to High-Entropy Catalysts","authors":"Jala Bib Khan, Yuan-Chang Liang","doi":"10.1002/tcr.202500032","DOIUrl":"10.1002/tcr.202500032","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Green energy, including metal-air batteries and fuel cells, is the key solution to climate change. The efficiency of these energy technologies depends on the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) at the cathode, which is a slow process requiring expensive noble metal catalysts, like platinum, for improvement. The high cost of this catalyst restricts its widespread use in producing metal-air batteries and fuel cells. An alternative approach is to utilize non-noble metals, such as transition and rare earth metal catalysts, which are more cost-effective and demonstrate comparable durability and effectiveness to noble metals. With their affordability and distinct electronic structure, these non-noble metals have the potential to revolutionize the industry. Transition and rare earth metals can enhance the effectiveness of ORR catalysts by manipulating the electronic and surface molecular makeup through ′doping′ and ′synergistic effects′. This article discusses the roles of various non-noble metals in the ORR process, covering fundamental to advanced levels, as well as the progression from mono to high-entropy systems (systems with increasing complexity and potential for improved performance), including bi-, tri-, and tetra-metallic catalysts in a comprehensive manner, and emphasizes opportunities for researchers to propose innovative strategies for optimizing the ORR process.</p>","PeriodicalId":10046,"journal":{"name":"Chemical record","volume":"25 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":7.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143955897","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chemical recordPub Date : 2025-04-10DOI: 10.1002/tcr.202500005
Dineshkumar Bharathidasan, Dr. Chandan Maity
{"title":"Self-assembly of Tyrosine Scaffolds in Aqueous Media: Complex Molecular Architectures from Simple Building Blocks","authors":"Dineshkumar Bharathidasan, Dr. Chandan Maity","doi":"10.1002/tcr.202500005","DOIUrl":"10.1002/tcr.202500005","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Mimicking natural systems, self-assembly has been employed for constructing highly stable and well-ordered supramolecular structures. Amino acids are frequently used as building blocks in the self-assembly process due to their advantageous characteristics including easy availability, easy functionalization, tunable mechanical property, and biodegradability. <i>In situ</i> generation of active building blocks to obtain complex materials via self-assembly has enhanced their application in biomedical fields including bio-imaging, therapeutics. Single amino acid as the small building-block can provide artificial supramolecular materials with unique properties. In this review, we summarize the self-assembly of tyrosine-derivatives as single amino acid-based building blocks providing supramolecular assemblies and provide perspectives on their potential impact. Finally, we discuss the ongoing challenges for future research.</p>","PeriodicalId":10046,"journal":{"name":"Chemical record","volume":"25 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":7.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143985006","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Combining enzymatic biofuel cells with supercapacitors to self-charging hybrid devices","authors":"Fei Shen, Xinxin Xiao, Qiming Dai, Hailin Li, Xinyang Zhang, Kang Huang, Yuanbo Zhou, Songlin Xue, Xiaohui Zhao","doi":"10.1002/tcr.202400248","DOIUrl":"10.1002/tcr.202400248","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Enzymatic biofuel cells are energy conversion devices utilizing biocatalysts to directly convert chemical energy to electricity. Due to their biocompatible, sustainable and maintenance-free properties, they hold the promise as attractive energy sources for powering next generation medical electronics for personalized healthcare. Low current and power output are main bottlenecks of enzymatic biofuel cells to hinder their practical applications. Supercapacitors are able to harness ambitious energy and deliver high-power pulses. Combining enzymatic biofuel cells with supercapacitors to establish self-charging energy-conversion/energy-storage hybrid systems are considered as an effective strategy to improve the current and power output. This design enables the hybrid electric devices to scavenge ambient energy and simultaneously store it and thus increases the efficiency and facilitates the miniaturization for practical application. In this review, we first discuss various structural configurations of these self-charging hybrid systems, and then focus on explaining their charge storage mechanisms, including electrochemical double-layer capacitance, pseudocapacitance and hybrids. Several proof-of-concept applications as implantable and wearable power sources are enumerated. Finally, we provide an overview of challenges and opportunities for research and development of self-charging hybrid devices.</p>","PeriodicalId":10046,"journal":{"name":"Chemical record","volume":"25 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":7.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143810675","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Research Progress on Preparation and Electrocatalytic Performance of Tin Dioxide Nanomaterials","authors":"Chang Liu, Weixia Wang, Feiyang Wu, Jiayi Zhang, Chunguang Chen, Ping Cheng, Yuanzheng Zhu, Shuping Zhang, Gimyeong Seong","doi":"10.1002/tcr.202500007","DOIUrl":"10.1002/tcr.202500007","url":null,"abstract":"<p>In the contemporary era of rapid economic growth, addressing the energy issue constitutes a significant subject. In contrast to traditional fossil energy, fuel cells, through specific transformation routes, can generate more energy and reduce pollution under the same conversion relationship. Direct alcohol fuel cells, as a type of proton exchange membrane fuel cell, exhibit relatively superior performance. During the process of converting chemical energy into electrical energy, the conversion efficiency of the electrode is a crucial aspect of the fuel cell′s performance, thereby giving rise to electrode electrocatalysis. Nevertheless, the noble metal catalysts employed in current direct alcohol fuel cells are confronted with issues such as high cost, susceptibility to poisoning, and poor durability. A new approach to these problems is urgently needed. Loading noble metals onto metal oxides has been verified as an effective means. Among them, tin dioxide has attracted the attention of researchers due to its outstanding stability, anti-toxicity, and its positive auxiliary role in electrocatalysis. This article will conduct a review of the research progress in loading noble metals on tin dioxide carriers for the electrocatalytic oxidation of small molecule alcohols from various microstructures and loading methods. Finally, the research on metal dioxide electrocatalysts is prospected.</p>","PeriodicalId":10046,"journal":{"name":"Chemical record","volume":"25 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":7.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143802700","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chemical recordPub Date : 2025-04-07DOI: 10.1002/tcr.202500015
Alexey Yu. Dubovtsev
{"title":"Gold-Catalyzed Alkyne-Amine Cascade Annulations: A Modern Strategy for Azaheterocycle Construction","authors":"Alexey Yu. Dubovtsev","doi":"10.1002/tcr.202500015","DOIUrl":"10.1002/tcr.202500015","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Gold catalysis has experienced remarkable progress over the past two decades, particularly in transformations involving alkynes. While numerous aspects of gold-catalyzed reactions have been extensively reviewed, the specific area of cascade annulations between functionalized amines and alkynes represents a distinct and rapidly developing direction that warrants focused attention. This survey collects and systematically analyzes these transformations, which have emerged as convenient synthetic strategies to diverse nitrogen heterocycles. The relevant annulations are classified firstly by the chemical nature of the amine functional substituent, and secondly by the size of the formed ring. The field under consideration bridges several fundamental and practical branches of chemistry, including catalysis, organic synthesis, medicinal chemistry, and materials science.</p>","PeriodicalId":10046,"journal":{"name":"Chemical record","volume":"25 7","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":7.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143802697","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Enhance Water Electrolysis for Green Hydrogen Production with Material Engineering: A Review","authors":"Ying Liu, Yuanyuan Qin, Dawei Yu, Haiyue Zhuo, Churong Ma, Kai Chen","doi":"10.1002/tcr.202400258","DOIUrl":"10.1002/tcr.202400258","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Water electrolysis, a traditional and highly technology, is gaining significant attention due to the growing demand for renewable energy resources. It stands as a promising solution for energy conversion, offer substantial benefits in environmental protection and sustainable development efforts. The aim of this research is to provide a concise review of the current state-of-the-art in the field of water electrolysis, focusing on the principles of water splitting fundamental, recent advancements in catalytic materials, various advanced characterization methods and emerging electrolysis technology improvements. Moreover, the paper delves into the development trends of catalysts engineering for water electrolysis, providing insight on how to enhance the catalytic performance. With the advancement of technology and the reduction of costs, hydrogen production through water electrolysis is expected to assume a more significant role in future energy ecosystem. This paper not only synthesizes existing knowledge but also highlights emerging opportunities and potential advancements in this field, offering a clear roadmap for further research and innovation.</p>","PeriodicalId":10046,"journal":{"name":"Chemical record","volume":"25 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":7.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143802680","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Thermochemical Recycling and Degradation Strategies of Halogenated Polymers (F−, Cl−, Br−): A Holistic Review Coupled with Mechanistic Insights","authors":"Mohamed Shafi Kuttiyathil, Labeeb Ali, Mohammednoor Altarawneh","doi":"10.1002/tcr.202500022","DOIUrl":"10.1002/tcr.202500022","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Handling the waste associated with halogenated polymers is a daunting task due to the well-documented emission of halogen-bearing toxicants during the disposal or recycling operation. According to the Stockholm Convention treaty, most of these products are classified as persistent organic pollutants due to their potential health hazards. This review aims to provide a holistic overview of the recent updates for treating halogenated polymeric waste through physical, chemical and biological approaches. In the line of inquiry, critical analysis of the obstacles and prospects associated with each degradation technique on the halogenated polymer has been performed, assessing based on the degradation efficiency, treatment upscaling, pollution control, and feasibility. Though many treatments show promising results, they also entail drawbacks. Thermal treatment exploiting various metal oxides, especially calcium additives, is considered the most executable technique for halogenated polymer valorization coupled with mineralization/metal extraction due to its intuitive operational feasibility and potential scalability. Strategies for combating the soaring halogenated polymeric wastes summarized herein tap into promoting a circular economy approach for their sustainable disposal and recycling</p>","PeriodicalId":10046,"journal":{"name":"Chemical record","volume":"25 6","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":7.0,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/tcr.202500022","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143802703","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}