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{"title":"Functionalized metal oxide nanoparticles and their applications in bacterial infections, cancer treatment, and gene therapy: A review","authors":"Niloufar Torabi Fard ,&nbsp;Homayon Ahmad Panahi ,&nbsp;Elham Reza Soltani ,&nbsp;Elham Moniri ,&nbsp;Mohammadreza Mahdavijalal","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116149","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116149","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The research community is increasingly focused on functionalized metal oxide nanoparticles (MONPs) due to their innovative biomedical applications, which include combating bacterial infections, supporting cancer treatments, and enhancing gene delivery systems. The unique physicochemical properties of MONPs make them excellent components for designing targeted drug delivery systems (DDSs), as they offer exceptional stability, adjustable sizes and shapes, and versatile surface modification features. MONPs exhibit multiple beneficial characteristics for addressing persistent oncological challenges, as they help resolve drug resistance issues and improve drug delivery performance while reducing adverse effects associated with conventional treatments such as chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Additionally, the controlled generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) through MONPs provides them with strong antibacterial properties, positioning them as potential solutions against drug-resistant bacterial infections. Gene therapy researchers have also adopted MONPs as efficient non-viral vectors for transporting genetic material, including DNA, CRISPR-Cas9 components, and small interfering RNA, enabling precise gene editing or silencing. The biological interactions of MONPs, along with their therapeutic effects, depend significantly on factors such as particle size, molecular shape, surface charge, and aggregation patterns, highlighting the need for careful design to ensure compatibility with biological systems while minimizing toxicological risks. A comprehensive examination of MONPs synthesis methods and functionalization techniques reveals their biomedical applications, particularly in cancer treatment, antimicrobial solutions, and gene delivery systems. Consequently, MONPs hold great potential to redefine modern medicine through enhanced performance and ongoing innovations.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"186 ","pages":"Article 116149"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145975260","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":"Effect of Cu and Fe Co-doped ZnS nanoparticles for the efficient antibacterial and photocatalytic applications","authors":"R. Hema Chandrika ,&nbsp;S. Stella Mary ,&nbsp;A.R. Pavithraa ,&nbsp;K. Jothivenkatachalam ,&nbsp;Mahalakshmi Ramar","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.116097","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.116097","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Zinc Sulphide (ZnS) exhibits a wide range of semiconductor properties that can be fine-tuned for optoelectronic purposes, rendering it highly suitable for a variety of applications. However, the wide bandgap of ZnS (3.54–3.91 eV) constrains the light harvesting efficiency, which limits the use of ZnS in photocatalytic applications. Here, we propose a strategy involving dual doping of transition metals, particularly iron and copper on the ZnS surface to enhance the photodegradation efficiency of ZnS. Nanoparticles (NPs) of pure ZnS, Copper doped ZnS (Cu: ZnS), and dual doped ZnS (Cu: Fe: ZnS), were fabricated using 2-Mercaptoethanol (2-ME), by a comprehensible chemical coprecipitation method and characterized prudently by various analytical tools. The structural and morphological features of the prepared nanoparticles were investigated by XRD and SEM. The optical properties were determined using UV- Visible studies, in which Cu: ZnS and Cu: Fe: ZnS nanoparticles showed a drop in the bandgap energy of about 0.78 eV and 0.62 eV respectively, with respect to pure ZnS NPs. The functional properties were observed using FTIR, revealing the functional groups present in the prepared nanoparticles. The results of Raman studies were in close agreement with the XRD results and the Zeta potential analysis described the stability of the prepared ZnS NPs. BET studies exhibited higher surface area around 80.5430 m²/g and 133.3186 m²/g for Cu: ZnS and Cu: Fe: ZnS NPs respectively. Photoluminescence analysis showed blue emission for pure ZnS whereas decrease in intensity for blue as well as blue-green, and green emissions were noticed for both Cu: ZnS and Cu: Fe: ZnS. The synthesized nanoparticles were tested against bacterial activity using agar disc diffusion method which revealed the better antibacterial property in both the doped ZnS NPs. Eventually, the photocatalysts were subjected to the photodegradation of Rhodamine 6G (Rh6G) under visible light, in which Cu: Fe: ZnS NPs showed the higher degradation efficiency of about 83.70 %. EIS was employed to elucidate the relationship between photocatalytic efficiency and charge carrier recombination behaviour.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"186 ","pages":"Article 116097"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145975641","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":"Enhanced H2S sensing at ambient conditions via PVA/PEO–CoO/ZnO nanocomposite Chemiresistors","authors":"K.S. Al-Namshah ,&nbsp;Eman Alzahrani ,&nbsp;A. Al Ojeery ,&nbsp;Maamon A. Farea","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116328","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116328","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A flexible chemiresistive sensor based on a polyvinyl alcohol/polyethylene oxide (PVA/PEO) polymer matrix integrated with cobalt oxide/zinc oxide (CoO/ZnO) nanofillers is developed for selective hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) detection at room temperature. The sensing behavior is governed by optimized nanofiller loading and strong interfacial interactions within the polymer–metal oxide network, enabling efficient charge modulation during gas exposure. Systematic tuning of the CoO/ZnO content reveals that the optimized composite (S4) delivers a high response of 85.2% toward 50 ppm H₂S, along with rapid response and recovery times of 74.5 s and 105 s, respectively. The enhanced performance is attributed to the formation of effective p–n heterojunctions between p-type CoO and n-type ZnO, improved crystallinity, and homogeneous dispersion of the nanofillers within the flexible polymer host. The sensor further exhibits excellent selectivity against common interfering gases, good repeatability, and long-term operational stability, retaining more than 94% of its initial response after 30 days. These findings demonstrate that PVA/PEO–CoO/ZnO hybrid nanocomposites provide a scalable and low-temperature sensing platform with strong potential for reliable H₂S monitoring in environmental and industrial applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"186 ","pages":"Article 116328"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147384761","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":"Bifunctional interface engineering for stable perovskite photovoltaics: Synergistic crystallization and defect passivation with a pyridine-3,5-dicarboxylic acid interlayer","authors":"Xiao Wang,&nbsp;Yu Zhang,&nbsp;Donghui Wang,&nbsp;Yongqi Duan,&nbsp;Yuekai Zhao,&nbsp;Tao Xue,&nbsp;Kunping Guo,&nbsp;Jin Huang,&nbsp;Fanghui Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116210","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116210","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In inorganic perovskite solar cells (IPSCs), interfacial stability and defect passivation remain key challenges for achieving higher photovoltaic performance. Here, we propose a buried interfacial molecular engineering strategy using pyridine-3,5-dicarboxylic acid (PDC) as a bifunctional passivator to simultaneously improve crystallinity and suppress defects. The carboxylic groups of PDC chemically anchor onto the TiO₂ surface through esterification with surface hydroxyls, forming a robust interfacial layer, while the nitrogen atom in the pyridine ring coordinates with undercoordinated Pb²⁺ ions in the perovskite absorber. This dual interaction effectively passivates defects on both TiO₂ and perovskite surfaces, facilitating efficient electron extraction, improving film crystallinity, and suppressing nonradiative recombination. As a result, the PDC-modified devices deliver a significantly enhanced power conversion efficiency of 14.05%, compared to 9.81% for the control devices, representing an improvement of over 43% under standard AM 1.5G illumination. In addition, the PDC-treated devices exhibit markedly improved environmental and mechanical stability, retaining approximately 90% of their initial efficiency after 500 h of continuous operation without encapsulation. This work demonstrates an effective interfacial molecular engineering strategy for simultaneously boosting efficiency and long-term stability in inorganic perovskite solar cells.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"186 ","pages":"Article 116210"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146035541","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":"Metal coordination geometry-dependent catalytic performance: Two cobalt complexes for sulfide oxidation reaction","authors":"Chen-Lu Zhang ,&nbsp;Yu-Yao Li ,&nbsp;Xiao-Hui Li ,&nbsp;Zhi-Xuan An ,&nbsp;Zhong Zhang ,&nbsp;Xiu-Li Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116206","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116206","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In this work, two new metal-organic complexes (MOCs), namely [Co(L)(BTEC)_0.5]·H₂O (<strong>1</strong>) and [Co(L)(2,2-BDC)]·H₂O (<strong>2</strong>) (L = (<em>E</em>)-4,4′-(diazene-1,2-diyl)bis(<em>N</em>-(pyridin-3-yl)benzamide); H₄BTEC = benzene-1,2,4,5-tetracarboxylic acid; 2,2-BDC = [1,1′-biphenyl]-2,2′-dicarboxylic acid) were synthesized under hydrothermal conditions by a dual-ligand strategy, which were characterized by IR, PXRD, TG and single crystal X-ray diffraction. The diamide derivative L was used as the main ligand, while the tetradentate H₄BTEC and the bidentate 2,2-BDC were employed as the secondary ligands respectively, to regulate the coordination geometry of the central Co atoms in the title MOCs. In the sulfide oxidation reaction, complexes <strong>1</strong> and <strong>2</strong> can act as heterogeneous catalysts with highly catalytic activity and excellent sulfoxide selectivity. Notably, the distinct coordination geometry of the Co centers in complexes <strong>1</strong> and <strong>2</strong> resulted in different accessibility to catalytic active sites, leading to distinct catalytic effects. For methyl phenyl thioether oxidation, complex <strong>1</strong> with a four-coordinated distorted tetrahedral Co(II) configuration (τ₄ = 0.765) achieved 99% conversion (sel. 99%), while complex <strong>2</strong> with a four-coordinated more slightly distorted tetrahedral Co(II) configuration (τ₄ = 0.809) showed 94% conversion (sel. 98%). The influence of different metal coordination geometry in the complexes on their catalytic effect was investigated, which provide meaningful guidance for the design and synthesis of efficient heterogeneous MOCs catalysts.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"186 ","pages":"Article 116206"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146096019","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":"Corrigendum to “New hybrid phosphite (N2H5)2Co(H2PO3)4.2H2O: Synthesis, crystal structure, Hirshfeld surface analysis, characterization, and dye removal studies” [Inorg. Chem. Commun. 181(Part 1) (2025) 115198]","authors":"Asmae Ben Abdelhadi ,&nbsp;Mohammed Zerrouk ,&nbsp;Hicham Oudghiri Hassani ,&nbsp;Michal Dusek ,&nbsp;Václav Eigner ,&nbsp;Rachid Ouarsal ,&nbsp;Mohammed Lachkar ,&nbsp;Brahim El Bali","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116272","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116272","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"186 ","pages":"Article 116272"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"147385327","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":"Mesoporous ZnMn2O4 nanostructures synthesized via co-precipitation for efficient hydrogen sensing","authors":"M. Mojiri ,&nbsp;P. Kameli ,&nbsp;A. Irajizad ,&nbsp;B. Aslibeiki","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.116102","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2025.116102","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>ZnMn₂O₄ (ZMO) is a promising yet underexplored hydrogen-sensing material owing to its unique spinel structure, multiple oxidation states, and tunable physicochemical properties. In this study, ZMO nanostructures were synthesized via a co-precipitation method and subsequently calcined at 500 °C (ZMO1) and 800 °C (ZMO2) to evaluate the impact of thermal treatment on their gas-sensing performance. Comprehensive analyses using X-ray diffraction (XRD), Raman spectroscopy, field-emission scanning electron microscopy (FESEM), high resolution transmition electron microscopy (HRTEM), Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) surface area analysis and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) confirmed the successful formation of ZMO with temperature-dependent crystallinity and surface characteristics. The ZMO1 sample exhibited a mesoporous structure with a significantly higher specific surface area (306 m² g⁻¹), an increased Mn³⁺ concentration, and a greater abundance of surface oxygen species, leading to superior hydrogen-sensing behavior. At 300 °C, ZMO1 showed higher sensitivity, faster recovery (1.5 s), and a lower limit of detection (0.049 %) compared with ZMO2. These results highlight ZnMn₂O₄ as an efficient hydrogen-sensing material whose performance is strongly governed by synthesis and calcination conditions.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"186 ","pages":"Article 116102"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145915107","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":"Visible-light photocatalytic conversion of fructose to 5-HMF and 5-EMF using a deep eutectic solvent-assisted Fe3O4@g-CN-DA-SO3H nanohybrid","authors":"Pouya Ghamari Kargar ,&nbsp;Mehdi Hosseini","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116156","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116156","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The conversion of renewable carbohydrates into energy-rich biofuels is crucial for sustainable chemical production. A novel magnetically recoverable photocatalyst, Fe₃O₄@g-CN–DA–SO₃H, was synthesized through surface functionalization and sulfonation, and applied for the one-pot transformation of fructose to 5-ethoxymethylfurfural (5-EMF) via 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (5-HMF). The reaction proceeded in a choline chloride–lactic acid deep eutectic solvent under visible light. The catalyst combines visible-light activity from g-CN, strong Brønsted acidity from –SO₃H groups, and magnetic separability from Fe₃O₄. These features enabled efficient dehydration and etherification of fructose in a semi-continuous cascade process. Under optimal conditions (8 wt% catalyst, 120 °C, 90 min, 40 W halogen lamp), yields of 98.4% for 5-HMF and 78.3% for 5-EMF were achieved. The catalyst also showed excellent reusability, maintaining 74.1% activity after five cycles without structural degradation. This study demonstrates a green, efficient photocatalytic route for biomass valorization and biofuel synthesis using multifunctional nanohybrids.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"186 ","pages":"Article 116156"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146074319","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":"Biopolymeric chitosan/ZnO-nanocomposite films from pomegranate peels for sustainable and functional food packaging","authors":"Vrushal Sangodkar ,&nbsp;Manali Vaidya ,&nbsp;Muniappan Ayyanar ,&nbsp;Srinivasan Prabhu ,&nbsp;Sameer Nadaf ,&nbsp;Aditi Venkatesh Naik ,&nbsp;Nilambari Gurav ,&nbsp;Popat Kumbhar ,&nbsp;Prashant Kharkar ,&nbsp;Shailendra Gurav","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116200","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116200","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Chitosan (CS), a biopolymer derived from chitin, is well known for its biodegradability and significant antimicrobial, photocatalytic, and UV-protective properties, making it an intriguing candidate for sustainable and active food packaging solutions. In response to rising environmental concerns and the demand for sustainable food packaging, this study investigates the eco-friendly synthesis of CS-conjugated <em>Punica granatum</em> (PG)-derived zinc oxide nanocomposites (PG-ZnONCs) for use in food packaging applications. A quality-by-design approach was employed to identify optimal conditions that maximize the desired properties of the nanocomposite films, ensuring a robust and efficient formulation process. Nanoparticle and nanocomposite preparation was confirmed by monitoring colour change and validated by UV–visible spectroscopy. X-ray diffraction, SEM, and TEM analyses confirmed the crystallite structures of the particles, with particle sizes of 112.3 nm and 160.8 nm, polydispersity indices of 0.182 and 0.215, and zeta potentials of −21.98 mV and − 10.6 mV, indicating stability. The successful application of DOE (Design of Experiments) ensured a robust and efficient formulation process, contributing to the high-quality characteristics of the final product. PG-ZnONPs and PG-CS/ZnONCs demonstrated strong antioxidant activity, effectively scavenging radicals in DPPH and ABTS assays, and exhibited potent antibacterial effects against foodborne pathogens. The PG-CS/ZnONC films (2.5%, 5%, and 7.5%) exhibit excellent mechanical, thermal, and barrier properties, thereby extending the shelf life of fresh foods. Incorporating Alizarin (AZ) as a pH-responsive indicator enabled real-time freshness monitoring. The PG-7.5% NC film preserved <em>Solanum lycopersicum</em> (cherry tomatoes) for 16 days and <em>Stolephorus indicus</em> (Indian anchovy) for 9 days, compared to 4 days for uncoated samples. Overall, PG-CS/ZnONC films, particularly with AZ for smart monitoring, present a promising solution for sustainable food packaging, enhancing food preservation while reducing waste.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"186 ","pages":"Article 116200"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146074384","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":"A meteorite-like ZIF-8/PAC nanocomposite for the efficient removal of celecoxib from wastewater","authors":"Roozbeh Malek Mohammadi ,&nbsp;Sahar Baniyaghoob ,&nbsp;Mahboobeh Manoochehri ,&nbsp;Homayon Ahmad Panahi","doi":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116165","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.inoche.2026.116165","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The persistent presence of pHarmaceutical pollutants, particularly nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as celecoxib, in aquatic environments presents a critical environmental challenge, necessitating efficient and sustainable remediation strategies. Herein, we report the design and synthesis of a novel metal–organic framework-based coagulant nanocomposite, zeolitic imidazolate framework-8/polyaluminum chloride (ZIF-8/PAC), for the highly effective removal of celecoxib from aqueous solutions. The ZIF-8/PAC nanocomposite was comprehensively characterized using XRD, SEM, FT-IR, BET, and UV–Vis spectrophotometry. BET analysis revealed a high surface area of 1301.1 m² g⁻¹, which decreased to 358.1 m² g⁻¹ post-adsorption, confirming the efficient uptake of celecoxib within the porous framework. Adsorption performance was strongly dependent on solution pH, achieving optimal removal (&gt;90%) at pH 8.3, highlighting the significance of π–π interactions. Under optimized conditions (pH = 8.3, adsorbent dose = 0.01 g, initial concentration = 20 mg L⁻¹, solution volume = 20 mL, room temperature, contact time = 24 h), the nanocomposite exhibited a high adsorption capacity of 33 mg g⁻¹. Additionally, the ZIF-8/PAC adsorbent demonstrated excellent recyclability, maintaining removal efficiency from 97% to 67% over six consecutive adsorption–desorption cycles. These findings establish ZIF-8/PAC as a robust, reusable, and highly effective adsorbent for the remediation of emerging pharmaceutical contaminants, offering a promising approach for sustainable water purification.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":13609,"journal":{"name":"Inorganic Chemistry Communications","volume":"186 ","pages":"Article 116165"},"PeriodicalIF":5.4,"publicationDate":"2026-04-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"146074385","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}