Zaina Algarni , Rizwan Khan , Amal Abdulrahman , Abhinav Kumar , Abdelfattah Amari , M.A. Diab , Heba A. El-Sabban , A.M. Afzal
{"title":"Synthesis and surface chemistry modulation of CoCe2O4-MoTe2 composite grown on carbon paper electrode for asymmetric supercapacitor and electrochemical sensing","authors":"Zaina Algarni , Rizwan Khan , Amal Abdulrahman , Abhinav Kumar , Abdelfattah Amari , M.A. Diab , Heba A. El-Sabban , A.M. Afzal","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115565","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115565","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>To meet future energy demands and financial obstacles, it is imperative to develop cutting-edge materials with remarkable qualities for energy storage and sensor applications. Herein, the cerium-doped cobalt oxide (CoCe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>) was hydrothermally synthesized and mixed with molybdenum ditelluride (MoTe<sub>2</sub>) nanoflakes, which were obtained from bulk MoTe<sub>2</sub> through sonication. Applications in electrochemical sensing and energy storage were investigated for the resultant CoCe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-MoTe<sub>2</sub> composite. For supercapacitors (SCs), an asymmetric device configuration was used, with a composite material functioning as the positive electrode and activated carbon (AC) as the negative electrode. The resultant device showed an impressive 1543.3 W kg<sup>−1</sup> power density, an energy density of 54.4 Wh kg<sup>−1</sup>, a capacity retention of 96.0 % after 5000 cycles, and a 245.2C/g specific capacity at 1.5 A/g. Furthermore, hydrogen peroxide (H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>) was also found in breast cancer cells using the composite device. These cells may include H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>, which can cause oxidative stress, damaging cells and modifying DNA, speeding up the onset of cancer. These findings suggest that the CoCe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-MoTe<sub>2</sub> composite is a good choice for effective electrochemical sensors and high-performance SCs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"182 ","pages":"Article 115565"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145229799","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Schiff base functionalization of ZSM-5 type borosilicate zeolite for enhanced adsorption of Pb2+ and Cd2+ ions","authors":"Robab Shahi, Maasoumeh Khatamian, Azin Yavari","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115593","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115593","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study deals with a solution for removal of heavy metal ions using Schiff base-modified MFI type borosilicate zeolites. To this end, borosilicate zeolite was synthesized using a conventional hydrothermal method and functionalized with different contents of β-alanine (zeolite:β-alanine weight ratios were 2:1, 1:1, and 1:2). The subsequent condensation of β-alanine with salicylaldehyde produced Schiff base containing zeolites of [B]ZSM-5@βA-SASB (x:y) (x:y = zeolite:β-alanine ratio). The characterization techniques including X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), field emission scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS), N<sub>2</sub> adsorption/desorption, and thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA), validated the successful synthesis of materials. The morphology preservation after functionalization of zeolite along with the drastic decrease in BET surface area revealed the formation of Schiff base within zeolite pores. The results of Pb<sup>2+</sup> and Cd<sup>2+</sup> removal experiments demonstrated that [B]ZSM-5@βA-SASB (1:2), with the highest β-alanine content shows the best performance as an adsorbent. This sample was capable to adsorb approximately 76.8 % of Pb<sup>2+</sup> and 71.9 % of Cd<sup>2+</sup> from solutions with initial concentration of 100 mg L<sup>−1</sup>. Also, the adsorption efficiency was about 71.3 % and 61.5 % for Pb<sup>2+</sup> and Cd<sup>2+</sup>, respectively, using stock solutions with a concentration of 200 mg L<sup>−1</sup>. Kinetic studies showed that the [B]ZSM-5 and [B]ZSM-5@βA-SASB (2:1) adsorbents follow the pseudo-first-order kinetic model, while [B]ZSM-5@βA-SASB (1:1) and [B]ZSM-5@βA-SASB (1:2) aligned with pseudo-second-order kinetics. This study presents the zeolite-based adsorbents as a promising, eco-friendly solution for sustainable wastewater treatment, which by combining the scalability, recyclability, and high efficiency for adsorption of heavy metal ions can contribute to environmental remediation and public health protection.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"182 ","pages":"Article 115593"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145265632","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yujin Choi , Yeonwoo Park , Jong Min Kim , Taehyun Kwon , Seyoung Koo , Dong Won Kang
{"title":"Phthalocyanine-based metal-/covalent organic frameworks and their photo/electrochemical applications","authors":"Yujin Choi , Yeonwoo Park , Jong Min Kim , Taehyun Kwon , Seyoung Koo , Dong Won Kang","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115607","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115607","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Phthalocyanine (Pc)-based metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) and covalent organic frameworks (COFs) have emerged as promising materials for photo- and electrochemical applications. These hybrid materials integrate the exceptional electronic and catalytic properties of Pcs with the ordered frameworks of MOFs and COFs, offering enhanced charge transport and redox activity. This review highlights recent developments in the design and application of Pc-integrated MOFs and COFs for photo/electroconductivity, photodynamic therapy, and light-assisted battery. Emphasizing on structure–property relationships and the impact of molecular engineering strategies such as metal center variation and linker modification on charge transport, redox behavior, and energy conversion efficiency.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"182 ","pages":"Article 115607"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145229793","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nosheen Kanwal , Mahvish Fatima , Afshan Zeeshan Wasti , Ali El-Rayyes , Eman Kashita , Atif Mossad Ali , M.A. Sayed , Attalla F. El-kott
{"title":"Mitochondrial targeting and ROS modulation study by Trans-resveratrol loaded chitosan-coated green synthesized CeO₂ nanoparticles against Triple-negative breast cancer cell lines","authors":"Nosheen Kanwal , Mahvish Fatima , Afshan Zeeshan Wasti , Ali El-Rayyes , Eman Kashita , Atif Mossad Ali , M.A. Sayed , Attalla F. El-kott","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115596","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115596","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) remains a major clinical challenge due to its aggressive nature, absence of hormone receptors and limitation in therapeutic options. In this study, green-synthesized cerium oxide nanoparticles (CeO₂ NPs) were prepared using <em>Moringa oleifera</em> leaf extract, coated with chitosan (CS), and successfully encapsulated with trans-resveratrol (RSV) to enhance mitochondrial-targeted anticancer activity. Comprehensive characterization confirmed the formation of spherical nanoparticles with good colloidal stability, as revealed by XRD, UV–visible, FTIR, SEM, EDX, and zeta analysis. The RSV-CeO₂@CS nanoparticles selectively reduced the viability of MDA-MB-231 cells in dose dependent manner to 31.57 ± 2.08 % at 100 μg/mL. While RSV-CeO₂@CS exhibited significant biocompatibility toward normal MCF-10A cells with an IC<sub>50</sub> greater than 100 μg/mL. MitoTracker Red staining showed that RSV-CeO₂@CS effectively accumulated within mitochondria of TNBC cells. This targeted delivery led to enhanced generation of reactive oxygen species, as demonstrated by DCFH-DA assay, and triggered robust activation of caspase-9 and caspase-3 indicated the potential of the mitochondrial apoptotic pathway. The study highlights RSV-CeO₂@CS nanoparticles as a promising green nanoplatform for selective mitochondrial targeting and ROS-mediated apoptosis in TNBC therapy.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"182 ","pages":"Article 115596"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145229874","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Prashant B. Kharat , Sandeep B. Somvanshi , Elmuez A. Dawi , Rafat M. Ibrahim , Anuja M. Mopari
{"title":"Surface-functionalized nanoscale nickel-ferrites (NiFe2O4) nanoparticles as heating agents for cancer theranostics","authors":"Prashant B. Kharat , Sandeep B. Somvanshi , Elmuez A. Dawi , Rafat M. Ibrahim , Anuja M. Mopari","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115569","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115569","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Recently, surface-functionalized magnetic nanoparticles have gained prominence as promising materials for nanotheranostics. Nickel ferrite nanoparticles (NiFe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>) exhibit superparamagnetism, a phenomenon in which the material behaves as if it is a single magnetic domain without remanence. This study reports the synthesis of surface-functionalized nickel ferrite (NiFe₂O₄) nanoparticles via a simple co-precipitation route, followed by oleic acid coating to enhance stability and biocompatibility. Structural, morphological, vibrational, and magnetic analyses (XRD, FE-SEM, Raman, FTIR, and VSM) confirm the cubic spinel structure, superparamagnetic nature, and successful functionalization of the nanoparticles. Nanofluids of surface-modified nickel ferrite nanoparticles were heated by induction for 900 s to optimize nanoparticle concentration and magnetic field. As a result of induction heating experiments, nanoparticles were found to possess hyperthermic properties, with increasing concentrations leading to higher temperatures. An X-ray diffraction analysis identified cubic spinel structures in the Fd3m space group. FTIR spectra confirmed the presence of carboxylic acid groups post-functionalization, indicated by vibrational modes at 1660 cm<sup>−1</sup> and 1531 cm<sup>−1</sup> on NiFe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub> nanoparticles. Induction heating studies reveal a rapid temperature rise up to 54.13 °C at relatively low field strength of 4.0 kA/m, with specific absorption rate (SAR) values reaching 177 W/g. Unlike previous studies requiring higher fields or lacking surface modification, this work demonstrates that oleic acid–coated NiFe₂O₄ nanoparticles can achieve efficient heating under clinically safer conditions, highlighting their unique potential for practical hyperthermia therapy.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"182 ","pages":"Article 115569"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145266654","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Zhenyou Li , Shiqi Zhang , Zijian Li , Haodong Tang , Zongjian Liu
{"title":"One-step synthesis of Sn-based phase change material capsules via TiO2 nanoparticles-stabilized metal-in-salt emulsions","authors":"Zhenyou Li , Shiqi Zhang , Zijian Li , Haodong Tang , Zongjian Liu","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115591","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115591","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Conventional synthesis of stable metal oxide-encapsulated metal particles typically requires two-stage processing: metal particle formation and oxide coating via a sol-gel method. However, this biphasic protocol is often time-consuming and environmentally unfriendly. Herein, a novel, one-step approach that enables concurrent metal particle formation and oxide encapsulation is proposed to synthesize TiO₂-encapsulated Sn-based particles. The proposed method involves ultrasonic emulsification of molten Sn or Sn alloys (e.g. Sn-Zn-Cu) within a LiCl-KCl-CsCl eutectic melt containing TiO₂ nanoparticles, followed by rapid emulsion solidification and salt matrix dissolution in water. Our results demonstrate that Sn-based capsules with diameters ranging from hundreds of nanometers to several micrometers and TiO₂ shell thicknesses typically in the range of 80–120 nm were successfully synthesized via such emulsion-based system, where the capsule size decreases with the concentration of TiO₂ nanoparticles. The as-prepared Sn-2.0Zn-1.5Cu (in wt%) phase change capsules exhibit significantly reduced undercooling (∼7 °C vs. ∼88 °C for Sn capsules of comparable size) and their phase change properties remain stable after 300 thermal cycles, thereby showing great potential for thermal energy storage applications. With short emulsification durations (<10 min) and recyclable chloride salts, this Pickering-type metal-in-salt emulsion methodology might serve as a new pathway for rapid and environmentally friendly synthesis of metal-based micro/submicro-capsules across diverse material systems by varying metal alloy compositions and selecting suitable nanoparticle stabilizers.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"182 ","pages":"Article 115591"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145217003","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Santiago Bedoya , Daniela González-Vera , Edgardo Leal-Villarroel , Francisco Gracia , Marcelo E. Domine , Gina Pecchi , Cecilia C. Torres , Cristian H. Campos
{"title":"Organo-modified halloysite nanotubes as supports for gold nanoparticles as highly recyclable catalyst for hydrogenation of nitroarenes","authors":"Santiago Bedoya , Daniela González-Vera , Edgardo Leal-Villarroel , Francisco Gracia , Marcelo E. Domine , Gina Pecchi , Cecilia C. Torres , Cristian H. Campos","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115559","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115559","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Organo-modified halloysite nanotube (HNT) lumens were synthesized via an amine-silane-assisted method to encapsulate Au nanoparticles (Au-NPs) as catalysts for hydrogenation of nitroarenes. The obtained materials were characterized by attenuated total reflectance Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, zeta potential measurements, N<sub>2</sub> adsorption–desorption isotherms at −196 °C, X-ray diffraction, ultraviolet–visible diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, and transmission electron microscopy. The Au-NPs were uniformly distributed within the HNT lumen. An increase in Au loading (from 0.10 to 0.50 wt%) resulted in a broader Au-NPs size distribution. The catalysts were evaluated for nitrobenzene hydrogenation as test reaction under moderate reaction conditions (30 °C and 10 bar H<sub>2</sub> pressure in ethanol) to assess their performance and reusability. Results indicate that the catalysts are sensitive to variations in the Au-NPs size in the range of 1.5–6.5 nm. The catalyst containing 0.10 wt% Au exhibited exceptional stability and recyclability, retaining its catalytic activity with minimal loss over at least 10 consecutive reuse cycles. In addition, the best catalyst displayed a high efficiency and selectivity in the hydrogenation of pharmaceutical-based nitroarenes. The proposed organo-modified HNT material offers an innovative route for synthesizing efficient and reusable metal-based catalysts demonstrating significant potential for their use in another similar catalytic processes.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"182 ","pages":"Article 115559"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145229800","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Redouane Haounati, Lahbib Moutanassim, Samir El Hankari
{"title":"Tandem incorporation and encapsulation of Ag2S nanoparticles onto a nickel metal-organic framework decorated with Ag NPs heterojunction for efficient photoreduction of Cr (VI)","authors":"Redouane Haounati, Lahbib Moutanassim, Samir El Hankari","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115573","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115573","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Cr(VI) pollution has become a growing concern, posing significant challenges to the chemical industry and environmental protection efforts. Addressing this issue is critical for ensuring ecological and industrial sustainability. In this work, a novel ternary heterojunction nanocomposite Ag/Ag<sub>2</sub>S@Ni-MOF was successfully engineered and synthesized using a hydrothermal method. The Ag₂S content was optimized, with the best performance achieved at 30% Ag₂S, resulting in a material named Ag/30%Ag₂S@Ni-MOF. This material demonstrated enhanced photocatalytic activity for chromium reduction under UV light irradiation. The Ag/30%Ag₂S@Ni-MOF hybrid photocatalyst effectively reduces 20 mg/L of Cr (VI) in an aqueous solution to nearly 100% within 70 min under UV-light illumination. The photocatalyst exhibits maximum photoreduction efficiency, as indicated by a first-order rate constant of 0.103 × 10<sup>−1</sup> min<sup>−1</sup>. The most favorable Cr (VI) photoreduction performance was recorded at an optimal pH of 2. The remarkable photocatalytic efficiency of Ag/30%Ag₂S@Ni-MOF can be assigned to the synergistic interaction among Ag nanoparticles, Ag₂S, and Ni-MOF, which facilitates the formation of photocatalyst heterojunctions, and thus enhances the migration of photoexcited electrons from Ag₂S to Ni-MOF, successfully minimizes electron-hole recombination and improves the overall photocatalytic performance. Additionally, the surface plasmon resonance effect of Ag/30%Ag₂S@Ni-MOF plays a crucial role in boosting the photoreduction performance of Cr (VI).</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"182 ","pages":"Article 115573"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145266884","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Hadeer Metawea , Hamza El-Hosainy , Maged El-Kemary
{"title":"Engineering Cu-loaded SiO₂/g-C₃N₄ photocatalysts for efficient visible-light-driven removal of organic pollutants","authors":"Hadeer Metawea , Hamza El-Hosainy , Maged El-Kemary","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115582","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115582","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The efficient elimination of organic contaminants in water remains a significant challenge due to their stability and complexity, demanding advanced, affordable photocatalysts. In this study, a novel, low-cost Cu@SiO₂/g-C₃N₄ composite was synthesized via integration of rice-husk-derived mesoporous silica with g-C₃N₄ nanosheets and subsequent copper nanoparticle loading (0.5–2 wt%) by chemical reduction. The prepared nanocomposites were characterized by various techniques, confirming reasonable porosity, strong visible light absorption, and stable morphology. The optimized 2 % Cu@SiO₂/g-C₃N₄ exhibited exceptional photocatalytic activity: complete reduction of 4-nitrophenol in just 2.5 min and more than 93 % degradation of Rhodamine 6G within 70 min under visible light. Based on comprehensive characterization, the enhanced performance arises from synergies among the electron-rich g-C₃N₄ core, mesoporous SiO₂ serving as an electron mediator, and Cu nanoparticles acting as an electron reservoir, which together strongly suppress electron–hole recombination. Kinetic comparisons show up to 16-fold and 172-fold increases in reaction rates for 4-NP and Rh 6G relative to pristine g-C₃N₄, respectively. Structural and morphological integrity remained unchanged after multiple photocatalytic cycles, confirming substantial stability. This work establishes Cu@SiO₂/g-C₃N₄ as a benchmark sustainable photocatalyst with outstanding efficiency for solar-driven water purification and organic transformation.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"182 ","pages":"Article 115582"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145216481","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shankar G. Randive, Prakash A. Mahanwar, Balkrishna J. Lokhande
{"title":"“Methanol-Tuned Spray Pyrolyzed Highly Porous Nickel Oxide Thin Films for High-Capacitance NiO@Graphite Asymmetric Supercapacitors and Electrokinetic Analysis”","authors":"Shankar G. Randive, Prakash A. Mahanwar, Balkrishna J. Lokhande","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115583","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.115583","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Pristine nickel oxide thin films were synthesized via spray pyrolysis using methanol, ethanol, and propanol-based precursor solutions to probe the solvent effect on structure, surface, and electrochemical properties. XRD and HRTEM confirmed polycrystalline NiO with solvent-dependent crystallite size, while FESEM, AFM, and BET analyses revealed enhanced porosity and surface roughness in the methanol-derived film. Wettability studies demonstrated hydrophilicity in methanol-based films, favoring ion transport. Electrochemical evaluation showed the methanol electrode achieved 113.67 F g<sup>−1</sup> at 0.002 V s<sup>−1</sup> with 92 % capacitance retention over 5000 cycles. Electrokinetic analysis confirmed 86 % capacitive contribution, indicating fast redox kinetics. An asymmetric Nm@Graphite device delivered 75.02 Wh kg<sup>−1</sup> energy density and retained 83–87 % capacitance after 1000 cycles. These results highlight solvent-tuned NiO electrodes as promising candidates for high-performance supercapacitors.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"182 ","pages":"Article 115583"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2025-09-28","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145217006","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}