{"title":"Restoring Ultra-Flat Bridgman-Fabricated Single-Crystal Cu(111) Wafers via Recrystallization Arrest Strategy for High-Quality Graphene Epitaxy.","authors":"Chengjin Wu,Buhang Chen,Haiyang Liu,Xiaofeng Song,Sicong Zheng,Qin Li,Yanyan Dong,Sheng Li,Jiaxin Shao,Pengbo Bian,Jiangli Xue,Xingwei Huang,Xiaoli Sun,Kaicheng Jia,Wei Wei,Zhaoshun Gao,Luzhao Sun,Zhongfan Liu","doi":"10.1002/adma.202501582","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202501582","url":null,"abstract":"Single-crystal Cu(111) and its ultra-flat surface are crucial for the heteroepitaxy of high-quality, single-crystal graphene films with minimal folds and additional layers. Bridgman method coupled with cutting and chemical-mechanical polishing presents a straightforward and cost-effective approach for preparing ultra-flat Cu(111) wafers but is simply discarded due to its incompatibility with standard high-temperature procedures for annealing and graphene growth. Herein, an in-depth investigation is conducted into the mechanisms of recrystallization and reverse single-crystallization induced by processing strain and dislocations. A recrystallization arrest strategy is proposed for Bridgman-cutting-polishing (BCP) derived Cu(111) wafers, guaranteeing the high single-crystallinity (96.6%) and flatness (0.81 nm) of epitaxy substrates. The thorough investigation has provided a comprehensive understanding of the effects of surface roughness on the orientation, proportion of adlayers, as well as transfer qualities of graphene films. By highlighting the paramount importance of the Bridgman cutting-polishing methodology, the efforts set the stage for achieving notable cost savings in the manufacture of ultra-flat, single-crystal graphene wafers.","PeriodicalId":114,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Materials","volume":"6 1","pages":"e2501582"},"PeriodicalIF":29.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478900","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Reticular Photoelectrochemical Transistor with Biochemical Metaplasticity.","authors":"Qing-Qing Wu,Zheng Li,Miao-Hua Chen,Cheng Yuan,Yuan-Cheng Zhu,Jing-Juan Xu,Wei-Wei Zhao","doi":"10.1002/adma.202504338","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202504338","url":null,"abstract":"Close imitation of synaptic metaplasticity is an important objective in the neuromorphic domain. Progress has been made in solid-state electronics with high-voltage dynamics, which, nevertheless, marks a significant inconsistency with the biological systems in aqueous media. Here, the concept of reticular photoelectrochemical transistor (RPECT) is proposed and devised that can realize metaplasticity with biochemical modulation. Based on the ambipolar behavior of a metal-organic framework channel gated by a photosensitive hydrogen-bonded organic framework electrode, biochemically modulated positive/negative photoconductivity and metaplasticity with the typical features, e.g., the nonmonotonic enhanced depression effect region and the threshold sliding are achieved. Taking advantage of such unique properties, in-sensor preprocessing and in-memory computing are further implemented for efficient image recognition. This work realizes the aqueous metaplasticity by a new device of RPECT, which also introduces the biochemical modulation into image recognition, providing a perspective for future development of machine vision processing.","PeriodicalId":114,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Materials","volume":"657 1","pages":"e2504338"},"PeriodicalIF":29.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478901","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Early Terminating Solid Electrolyte Interphase Formation via Nucleophilic Fluorination to Achieve High Initial Coulombic Efficiency.","authors":"Shengkai Cao,Song Yuan,Wei Zhang,Lixun Chen,Zhisheng Lv,Huarong Xia,Jiaqi Wei,Zhenxiang Xing,Xue Feng,Qiang Zhu,Xian Jun Loh,Xiaodong Chen","doi":"10.1002/adma.202508647","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202508647","url":null,"abstract":"The initial Coulombic efficiency (ICE) of lithium-ion batteries, quantifying the irreversible Li+ loss during the first cycle, is critical for determining practical energy density. Many electrode materials exhibit substandard ICEs (<90%) due to excessive formation of solid electrolyte interphase (SEI). Traditional strategies modifying SEI formation mainly focus on the generating process but often consume extra Li+ and yield limited improvements. Here, a strategy is introduced that targets the terminating process of SEI formation, usually impeded by interfacial parasitic reactions, to achieve ICEs exceeding 90%. Using TiO2 as a model electrode, it is demonstrated that equivalent chemical fluorination suppresses the parasitic reaction between phosphorus pentafluoride (PF₅) and surface hydroxyl groups (─OH), early terminating SEI formation. Interfacial analysis and theoretical simulations reveal that this approach reduces organic SEI formation while preserving the beneficial LiF-rich inner SEI layer. As a result, the fluorinated TiO2 anode exhibits an ICE of 92.1%, significantly higher than the 74.1% of pristine TiO2, without compromising other electrochemical performance metrics. Pouch cell tests confirm the practical applicability of the method. This work provides deep insights into mechanisms of terminating SEI formation and opens a new pathway for optimizing the battery performances through inherent SEI manipulation.","PeriodicalId":114,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Materials","volume":"6 1","pages":"e2508647"},"PeriodicalIF":29.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478902","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xiaodong He,Huajun Wu,Kun Xu,Jianfeng Tang,Chunmei Li,Gnanasekar Sathishkumar,Xi Rao,Selvakumar Murugesan,Valentim A R Barão,En-Tang Kang,Liqun Xu
{"title":"Biomimetic Engineering of Robust Gradient Antibacterial Coatings using Hollow Nanoframes of Prussian Blue Analogues.","authors":"Xiaodong He,Huajun Wu,Kun Xu,Jianfeng Tang,Chunmei Li,Gnanasekar Sathishkumar,Xi Rao,Selvakumar Murugesan,Valentim A R Barão,En-Tang Kang,Liqun Xu","doi":"10.1002/adma.202501174","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202501174","url":null,"abstract":"Photothermal therapy for bacterial infections poses a significant challenge due to the high temperatures required for effective bacterial eradication, which can also harm surrounding healthy tissues. Determining the minimal effective temperature for bacterial destruction is therefore critical. In this study, artificial reef-like manganese-doped Prussian blue (PBMn) nanoframes are developed as photothermal agents and physical cross-linkers to reinforce a phytic acid and cationic polymer network coating. This innovative deposition approach facilitates the creation of a gradient PBMn-enhanced phytic acid-cationic polymer (PC-PBM) coating, achieving a balance between effective photothermal antibacterial activity and reduced heat-induced collateral damage. When applied to a polyurethane (PU) substrate, the gradient PC-PBM coating exhibits excellent photothermal efficiency, biocompatibility, and tunable antibacterial activity. Gene transcriptomics analysis demonstrates significant downregulation of virulence genes and biofilm-forming genes in pathogens following PC-PBM treatment, confirming the antibacterial efficacy of the coating. Both in vitro and in vivo evaluations, including studies in an infected hernia model, underscore the coating's excellent anti-infection performance. This work introduces a robust and biomimetic strategy for constructing gradient coating, advancing photothermal therapy by achieving effective bacterial eradication with reducing collateral damage to healthy tissues.","PeriodicalId":114,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Materials","volume":"42 1","pages":"e2501174"},"PeriodicalIF":29.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478907","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yaxuan Xie,Qingzhang You,Wenjing Bo,Tao Jiang,Mingli Zheng,Peijie Wang,Xi Liang,Zhong Lin Wang
{"title":"Tribovoltaic Effect at Liquid-MoS2 Interfaces and Spectral Analysis of Interfacial Charge Transfer.","authors":"Yaxuan Xie,Qingzhang You,Wenjing Bo,Tao Jiang,Mingli Zheng,Peijie Wang,Xi Liang,Zhong Lin Wang","doi":"10.1002/adma.202506186","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202506186","url":null,"abstract":"Liquid-solid triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs) offer a viable approach for harvesting water energy to power Internet of Things systems. Semiconductor-based TENGs leveraging the tribovoltaic effect have recently emerged as a focus of research. In this paper, monolayer molybdenum disulfide (ML-MoS2) is introduced as a contacting material for fabricating direct current (DC) liquid-solid nanogenerators. At the internal liquid-solid interface, electron transfer is strongly evidenced by Raman and photoluminescence spectra. For the external characteristics, macroscopic DC outputs are assessed under various conditions, with a maximum current density of 11.1 mA m-2. Correlating external output patterns with interfacial charge dynamics, a complete working mechanism of the liquid-solid tribovoltaic effect is better elucidated. This work advances innovative strategies for water energy harvesting, deepening fundamental insights into liquid-solid interactions and the tribovoltaic effect.","PeriodicalId":114,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Materials","volume":"20 1","pages":"e2506186"},"PeriodicalIF":29.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478747","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Zhenfeng Li,Yue Li,Yue Fei,Pengcheng Li,Shin-Yu Hung,Hao Zhang,Ge Li
{"title":"Synergistic Cathode-Electrolyte Engineering for Enhanced Longevity in Li-S Batteries.","authors":"Zhenfeng Li,Yue Li,Yue Fei,Pengcheng Li,Shin-Yu Hung,Hao Zhang,Ge Li","doi":"10.1002/adma.202505196","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202505196","url":null,"abstract":"Due to the notorious shuttle effect and the uneven deposition of lithium ions under high current conditions, lithium-sulfur batteries with ultra-high sulfur loading struggle to achieve stable long-cycle performance. Herein, a novel MBene-based composite material is prepared using the ultrasonic freeze etching method as a cathode host. The shuttle effect is effectively inhibited, thanks to its unique structure and abundant active sites. Moreover, a small amount of Na2SeO3 is introduced into the electrolyte to further enhance the long-cycle performance. Due to the \"reverse tip effect,\" where sodium ions preferentially deposit over lithium ions, the growth of lithium dendrites is effectively suppressed. Remarkably, the cell with the novel cathode and electrolyte design exhibits an initial capacity of 778.2 mAh g-1 and sustains stability for up to 850 cycles with a capacity retention rate of 93.6% and a sulfur loading of 10.62 mg cm-2. The synergistic strategy of optimizing both cathode and electrolyte systems effectively mitigates the shuttle effect and suppresses lithium dendrite growth, offering an innovative approach to designing ultra-high-sulfur-loading lithium-sulfur batteries with extended lifespans.","PeriodicalId":114,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Materials","volume":"248 1","pages":"e2505196"},"PeriodicalIF":29.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478784","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Seonkwon Kim,Seongil Im,In Cheol Kwak,Jungwha Lee,Dong Gue Roe,Hyunsu Ju,Jeong Ho Cho
{"title":"Hardware Implementation of On-Chip Hebbian Learning Through Integrated Neuromorphic Architecture.","authors":"Seonkwon Kim,Seongil Im,In Cheol Kwak,Jungwha Lee,Dong Gue Roe,Hyunsu Ju,Jeong Ho Cho","doi":"10.1002/adma.202506920","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202506920","url":null,"abstract":"The von Neumann bottleneck and growing energy demands of conventional computing systems require innovative architectural solutions. Although neuromorphic computing is a promising alternative, implementing efficient on-chip learning mechanisms remains a fundamental challenge. Herein, a novel artificial neural platform is presented that integrates three synergistic components: modulation-optimized presynaptic transistors, threshold switching memristor-based neurons, and adaptive feedback synapses. The platform demonstrates real-time synaptic weight modification through correlation-based learning, effectively implementing Hebbian principles in hardware without requiring extensive peripheral circuitry. Stable device operation and successful implementation of local learning rules are confirmed by systematically characterizing a 6 × 6 array configuration. The experimental results demonstrate a correlation between input-output signals and subsequent weight modifications, establishing a viable pathway toward hardware implementation of Hebbian learning in neuromorphic systems.","PeriodicalId":114,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Materials","volume":"13 1","pages":"e2506920"},"PeriodicalIF":29.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478906","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Stephanie Willeit, Alexander Mauz, David Gutiérrez‐Armayor, Joseph Arbash, Jesús Agustín Banda‐Vázquez, Sergio Martí, Pedro B. Coto, Rubén D. Costa
{"title":"Ancestral Protein‐Based Lighting","authors":"Stephanie Willeit, Alexander Mauz, David Gutiérrez‐Armayor, Joseph Arbash, Jesús Agustín Banda‐Vázquez, Sergio Martí, Pedro B. Coto, Rubén D. Costa","doi":"10.1002/adma.202420303","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202420303","url":null,"abstract":"Protein‐optoelectronics is a paradigm toward eco‐designed and sustainable technologies. The challenge is, however, how to preserve the native activity of proteins upon device fabrication/operation in non‐native environments (solvents, organic/inorganic interfaces, and working temperatures/irradiations). Herein, a new vision to identify and design ancestral‐like fluorescent proteins (FPs) is proposed. Using ancestral sequence reconstruction (ASR) out of a large dataset (221) of the best modern FPs suitable for photon down‐conversion in bio‐hybrid light‐emitting diodes (Bio‐HLEDs) a historical‐genetic reconstruction (family tree) was obtained, identifying a possible common ancestral FP. This computationally designed protein is produced in bacteria, featuring outstanding photoluminescence quantum yields in solution (e.g., 90%/80% for green‐/red‐emitting forms) and a strong tendency to agglomerate in polymer coatings. This resulted in red‐emitting Bio‐HLEDs that outperformed the reference with ≈2‐fold enhanced stabilities. The resplendent green‐/red‐emission of ancestral‐like FP itself and its respective devices led us to coin this new protein as QuetzalFP. Overall, it is set in ASR as an effective concept to reshape protein‐optoelectronics allowing us to identify i) many interesting ancestral FPs for lighting and ii) QuetzalFP as stepping‐stone platform for protein engineering.","PeriodicalId":114,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Materials","volume":"148 1","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":29.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144479133","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jiaqi Lan,Yun Cao,Chuannan Geng,Lijun Zheng,Qiaowei Lin,Da-Wei Wang,Wei Lv,Jun Lu
{"title":"Anion Regulation for High-Performance Lithium-Sulfur Batteries.","authors":"Jiaqi Lan,Yun Cao,Chuannan Geng,Lijun Zheng,Qiaowei Lin,Da-Wei Wang,Wei Lv,Jun Lu","doi":"10.1002/adma.202505527","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202505527","url":null,"abstract":"Lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries, characterized by their high energy density and cost-effectiveness, are the primary candidates for lithium-ion batteries. Yet, critical challenges persist, largely owing to the polysulfide (PS) anion shuttle and the instability of the lithium metal anode (LMA). Salt anions are indispensable in batteries, which influence the basic properties of bulk electrolytes (e.g., solubility, stability, and ion conductivity) and the electrode-electrolyte interphases. Apart from those, the intrinsic characteristics of anions are of particular importance in Li-S batteries, as PS anions are major active intermediates that directly determine the sulfur redox kinetics and reversibility. However, the anion regulation needs further investigated, especially according to the Li-S chemistry. In this regard, fundamental considerations are provided on the anion engineering of Li-S batteries. Through a comprehensive analysis, the electrochemical behaviors of anions are reviewed. Then, the recent works on anion regulation for cathodes and anodes are summarized. For sulfur cathodes, the PSs dissolution, adsorption, conversion kinetics, and pathway are discussed in detail. For LMA, the influence of anion on lithium diffusion kinetic, the formation of SEI, and the anticorrosion are summarized. Finally, insights into the future development of anion studies are provided, aiming to identify more adequate anions for Li-S batteries.","PeriodicalId":114,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Materials","volume":"25 1","pages":"e2505527"},"PeriodicalIF":29.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478741","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Highly Efficient Perovskite/Organic Hybrid White Electroluminescent Devices with Extended Operational Lifetime and Wide Color Gamut.","authors":"Denghui Liu,Xuewei Nie,Xin-Ge Li,De-Li Li,Zijian Chen,Sheng Liao,Guanwei Sun,Baoyan Liang,Zhihai Yang,Zhiheng Wang,Mengke Li,Ming-De Li,Junji Kido,Shi-Jian Su","doi":"10.1002/adma.202507820","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1002/adma.202507820","url":null,"abstract":"Rapid and substantial progress is made in monochromatic perovskite light-emitting diodes (LEDs), however, challenges remain in achieving white electroluminescence for high-definition display and lighting applications with perovskites as emitters. Here, a proof-of-the-concept configuration is proposed that successfully demonstrates monolithic perovskite/organic hybrid white LEDs (P/O-WLEDs) with a wide color gamut for the first time. In this configuration, pure-green and deep-blue organic emission units are successively superimposed onto a red emission perovskite layer, forming a hybrid emissive system. The unique carrier transporting and luminescent characteristics of the organic emission units facilitate a broadened carrier distribution, high exciton utilization, and narrowband emission peaks. Consequently, the developed P/O-WLEDs achieve a peak external quantum efficiency of 21.1%, ultralow turn-on voltage of 2.6 V, and simultaneously a significantly extended operational lifetime of 21.9 h (LT50 at an initial luminance of 500 cd m-2). Furthermore, by regulating the charge transport properties through an RbI-treated perovskite unit and an optimized thin LiF layer, the P/O-WLEDs not only maintain comparable performance but also demonstrate obviously improved spectral stability and a suitable correlated color temperature, opening a new avenue for the development of display and lighting technologies.","PeriodicalId":114,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Materials","volume":"8 1","pages":"e2507820"},"PeriodicalIF":29.4,"publicationDate":"2025-06-25","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144478909","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}