Siti Hajar Othman , Nur Syahira Zaid , Ruzanna Ahmad Shapi'i , Norhazirah Nordin , Rosnita A. Talib , Intan Syafinaz Mohamed Amin Tawakkal
{"title":"Starch biopolymer films containing carbon black nanoparticles: Properties and active food packaging application","authors":"Siti Hajar Othman , Nur Syahira Zaid , Ruzanna Ahmad Shapi'i , Norhazirah Nordin , Rosnita A. Talib , Intan Syafinaz Mohamed Amin Tawakkal","doi":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.100995","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.100995","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Developing sustainable active food packaging films is vital to address environmental concerns and prolong the food shelf life, thereby aiding the growth of the agri-food industry. This work aims to develop active food packaging films using blends of cassava starch and different concentrations of carbon black nanoparticles (CBN; 1, 2, 3, 4 %w/v). The mechanical, thermal, barrier, UV-blocking capacity, and antibacterial characteristics of the films were characterized accordingly, and the applicability of the films as active food packaging was established on cherry tomatoes. It was found that the addition of CBN in the starch films, especially at higher concentrations, enhanced the mechanical strength, thermal stability, and water vapor permeability and oxygen transmission rate. Even with 1 %w/v loading of CBN, the films were able to block around 45 % of ultraviolet-C (UV-C) light, showing the potential to serve as sustainable UV shields that can help lengthen the food shelf life. Moreover, the addition of 2 %w/v CBN in the starch films was adequate to inhibit the <em>Staphylococcus aureus</em> and <em>Escherichia coli</em> bacteria. Cherry tomatoes packaged with films containing 2 %w/v CBN exhibited the least mold growth and the lowest percentage reduction in firmness and weight, showing the potential usage for active food packaging.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17219,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices","volume":"10 4","pages":"Article 100995"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145045980","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Influence of Sn doping on structural, optical, and photoelectrical properties of NiO nanostructures for optoelectronic applications","authors":"Anil Rakshe , Kishor More , Amol Patil , Sagar Balgude , Babaji Ghule , Chetan Harak , Rajendra Ahire , Sudam Chavhan , Kishor Kumar Sadasivuni","doi":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101031","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101031","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This work presents the synthesis of Sn doped NiO nanostructures with varying doping concentrations (0 %, 1.25 %, 2.5 %, 5 %, and 10 %) using a hydrothermal method, aiming to explore the impact of Sn incorporation on their structural, optical, and photoelectrical behavior. X-ray diffraction (XRD) patterns confirmed the retention of the face-centered cubic phase across all samples, with a notable reduction in crystallite size from 16.02 nm (undoped) to 11.90 nm (10 % Sn-doped), attributed to the partial substitution of Ni<sup>2+</sup> by Sn<sup>4+</sup> ions. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) coupled with energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) revealed a progressive decrease in particle size and improved morphological uniformity as the Sn content increased. UV–Vis spectral analysis exhibited a redshift in the absorption edge with increasing Sn concentration, corresponding to a narrowing of the optical band gap from 3.16 eV to 2.68 eV, which facilitates enhanced photon absorption. Under UV illumination, the photocurrent response improved significantly, with the 10 % Sn-doped sample demonstrating a peak photocurrent of 25.09 nA at 3 V bias, compared to 16.28 nA for the pristine NiO. The highest photosensitivity and photoresponsivity were recorded for the 10 % Sn-doped sample, reaching 0.16 μA/W. These results underscore the potential of Sn doping as a viable strategy to enhance the photoelectrical performance of NiO-based nanostructures for optoelectronic device applications, particularly in UV photodetection technologies.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17219,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices","volume":"10 4","pages":"Article 101031"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145362101","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
G. Resendiz-Hernandez , A. Hurtado-Macías , J.M. Yáñez-Limón , J. Alvarez-Quintana , J.E. Leal-Perez , O. Auciello , J. González-Hernández , R. Ramesh
{"title":"Evaluation of combined pyroelectric/thermoelectric figures of merit in a novel nanocomposite KNNS-Bi2Te3 material","authors":"G. Resendiz-Hernandez , A. Hurtado-Macías , J.M. Yáñez-Limón , J. Alvarez-Quintana , J.E. Leal-Perez , O. Auciello , J. González-Hernández , R. Ramesh","doi":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101042","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101042","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Thermoelectric and pyroelectric materials exhibit top properties for technological applications in electronic, energy conversion, and heat dissipation devices. For the first time, a new equation combining the pyroelectric (F<sub>v,sink)</sub> and thermoelectric (ZT) figures of merit is reported, which exhibits values of F<sub>v,sink</sub> = 9.05 × 10<sup>5</sup> V W<sup>−1</sup> and ZT = 0.48, respectively. The R&D reported in this article demonstrated the development of a new transformational nano-composite material based on K<sub>0.5</sub>Na<sub>0.5</sub>Nb<sub>0.97</sub>Sb<sub>0.03</sub>O<sub>3</sub> (KNNS)-Bi<sub>2</sub>Te<sub>3</sub>. This novel material exhibits combined pyroelectric and thermoelectric properties separately controlled by a common variable factor, i.e., temperature (<em>T)</em>. The Seebeck coefficient of the KNNS-Bi<sub>2</sub>Te<sub>3</sub> (50-50) wt% material is S = 1240 μV K<sup>−1</sup>, far superior to the Seebeck coefficient S = 122 μV K<sup>−1</sup> of pure Bi<sub>2</sub>Te<sub>3</sub>; this increase in thermoelectric performance for the composite material KNNS-Bi<sub>2</sub>Te<sub>3</sub> (50-50) wt% is due to the incorporation of the ferroelectric component KNNS. In addition, the Bi<sub>2</sub>Te<sub>3</sub> component enables a relaxor effect on the nanocomposite (KNNS)-Bi<sub>2</sub>Te<sub>3</sub>. In summary, the developed nano-composite KNNS-Bi<sub>2</sub>Te<sub>3</sub> (50-50) wt% represents a promising new material with a unique combination of pyroelectric/thermoelectric properties.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17219,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices","volume":"10 4","pages":"Article 101042"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145525449","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Naveen Kumar , Quy-Van Hoang , Mohamed Ahmed Belal , Kushal Ruthvik Kaja , Phi Hung Nguyen , Quynh Le-Van , Vien Vo , Vo Thi Thuy Linh , Phan Khanh Thinh Nguyen , Qui Thanh Hoai Ta
{"title":"Progress in synthesis of Ti3C2Tx MXene-based nanostructures for energy harvesting and storage: A review","authors":"Naveen Kumar , Quy-Van Hoang , Mohamed Ahmed Belal , Kushal Ruthvik Kaja , Phi Hung Nguyen , Quynh Le-Van , Vien Vo , Vo Thi Thuy Linh , Phan Khanh Thinh Nguyen , Qui Thanh Hoai Ta","doi":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101034","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101034","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Ti<sub>3</sub>C<sub>2</sub>T<sub>x</sub> MXene, a two-dimensional transition metal carbide, has emerged as a highly promising material for energy harvesting applications due to its exceptional electrical conductivity, large surface area, and tunable surface chemistry. This review presents a comprehensive overview of recent progress in synthesizing Ti<sub>3</sub>C<sub>2</sub>T<sub>x</sub> MXene and its nanostructured composites, highlighting both conventional and fluoride-free etching methods. We explore the integration of MXene with other functional materials to enhance its performance in solar cells, triboelectric nanogenerators, supercapacitors, and printed batteries. Special attention is given to the role of surface terminations, interlayer interactions, and structural modifications in optimizing electrochemical and mechanical properties. Finally, we discuss current challenges-such as oxidation stability, scalable production, and surface functionalization- and propose future directions for advancing MXene-based technologies in sustainable energy systems.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17219,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices","volume":"10 4","pages":"Article 101034"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145525450","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Quantitative evaluation of vacuum conditions for void removal in flip-chip underfill encapsulation","authors":"Seonghyeon Kim , Sanghyun Lee","doi":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101035","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101035","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Void formation during underfill encapsulation remains a critical reliability challenge in flip-chip semiconductor packaging. This study quantitatively evaluates the effectiveness of vacuum-assisted degassing in eliminating entrapped voids within the underfill layer. The void-removal process was directly visualized during vacuum treatment, and image-based quantitative analysis was employed to assess degassing performance under well-controlled vacuum conditions. Experiments were conducted at three vacuum pressures (−0.03, −0.06, and −0.09 MPa) and holding times (1, 3, and 5 min), using the void-area fraction as the key performance metric. The results indicate that vacuum pressure is the primary factor governing void removal. A size-dependent behavior was observed, where larger voids responded more effectively to higher pressure differentials. To examine viscosity-related effects, three commercial underfill materials with distinct rheological properties were tested under identical vacuum conditions. Despite differences in viscosity, all materials achieved comparable final void-area fractions after degassing, suggesting that, under sufficiently strong vacuum and adequate holding time, material viscosity exerts a minimal influence on the overall void-removal efficiency. These findings provide quantitative insight for optimizing underfill processes by prioritizing vacuum conditions, thereby enhancing packaging reliability through improved void control.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17219,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices","volume":"10 4","pages":"Article 101035"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145473686","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohammad Tariqul Islam , Mohamad A. Alawad , Muhammad Amir Khalil , Abdulmajeed M. Alenezi
{"title":"Enhancing liquid chemical sensing and EMI shielding with hexagon-encased dual square split resonators","authors":"Mohammad Tariqul Islam , Mohamad A. Alawad , Muhammad Amir Khalil , Abdulmajeed M. Alenezi","doi":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.100999","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.100999","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The chemical industry relies on advanced sensing technologies to accurately assess liquid chemical samples. Many electronic devices require electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding to ensure reliable performance. This study introduces a Hexagon-Encased Dual Square Split Resonator (H-DSSR) structure, based on metamaterials, designed for liquid chemical sensing applications. The proposed structure is polarization-independent, offering high sensitivity and a high-quality factor. It is constructed from an RT5880 substrate, measuring 10 × 10 mm with a thickness of 1.57 mm, and operates at a resonance frequency of 10.65 GHz for both electric and magnetic transverse modes. The scattering parameters (transmission coefficients) are analyzed at various angles, including the incident angle (φ) and polar angle (θ), up to 75° for both modes. To validate the simulation results, a prototype of the proposed metamaterial structure is fabricated and tested in a laboratory setting with different liquid substances. The sensor prototype achieves a sensitivity of 0.60 and a quality factor of 269, demonstrating significant improvements over previous studies, particularly in EMI shielding applications. This sensor can be applied in industries such as liquid chemical monitoring and telecommunications, offering substantial benefits for chemical industries while advancing EMI shielding technology.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17219,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices","volume":"10 4","pages":"Article 100999"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145109548","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Xu-Xiang Cai , Sheng-Jung Tsou , Chung-Kwei Lin , Ruey-Bin Yang , Wen-An Chiou , Hong-Ming Lin , Yuh-Jing Chiou
{"title":"Superior enhancement in microwave absorption performance of NiFe nanowires inlaid with ZnS Nanocrystals: Synergistic effect of exchange resonance and dielectric polarization relaxation","authors":"Xu-Xiang Cai , Sheng-Jung Tsou , Chung-Kwei Lin , Ruey-Bin Yang , Wen-An Chiou , Hong-Ming Lin , Yuh-Jing Chiou","doi":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101058","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101058","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Lightweight radar absorbing materials (RAMs) play a crucial role in various applications requiring the absorption of electromagnetic radiation. Both large reflection loss and wide effective absorption bandwidth are key issues for RAMs. In the present study, facile and mass producible NiFe nanowires were prepared and inlaid with ZnS nanocrystals (5, 10, and 15 wt%) to improve their microwave absorption properties. The physical materials characteristics of the so-obtained ZnS/NiFe nanowires were examined using X-ray diffraction, scanning and transmission electron microscopy, and electron spectroscopy for chemical analysis, etc. Microwave absorber composites were prepared using 5 wt% optimal ZnS/NiFe nanowires and investigated to reveal their corresponding microwave absorption performance. The experimental results showed that (ZnS)<sub>10</sub>/(Ni<sub>1</sub>Fe<sub>99</sub>)<sub>90</sub> (i.e., Ni<sub>1</sub>Fe<sub>99</sub> NWs inlaid with 10 wt% ZnS nanocrystals) exhibited significant improvements in both microwave absorption characteristics (complex permeability and permittivity) and performance (reflection loss and effective absorption bandwidth, EAB). The minimum reflection loss was −50.32 dB at 17.60 GHz for a thickness of 1.5 mm, whereas EAB reached 7.59 GHz, ranging from 10.41 to 18.00 GHz for a 1.7 mm thickness. The superior enhancement in microwave absorption performance can be attributed to the synergistic effect of exchange resonance and dielectric polarization relaxation loss induced by the inlay of ZnS nanocrystals on Ni<sub>1</sub>Fe<sub>99</sub> NWs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17219,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices","volume":"10 4","pages":"Article 101058"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145620594","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Graphene and its derivatives as surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy substrates for glucose detection","authors":"Laila S. Alqarni , Maha D. Alghamdi","doi":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101015","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101015","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Diabetes mellitus has become a public health problem over recent years. This medical condition requires constant monitoring of glucose levels in the blood. Even though glucose produces a weak Raman signal, it is not sufficient for sensitive detection. Surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy (SERS) is a non-invasive glucose testing method that will improve the detection limit and improve point of care services. An ideal substrate for SERS is still a subject of debate. Although metallic nanoparticles made of silver or gold can greatly enhance the intensity of Raman scattering, they have their limitations. Graphene has been proposed as an inert and stable alternative, although it has a lower enhancement factor and is difficult to produce. In recent studies, researchers have combined graphene and its derivatives with metallic nanoparticles to harness the advantages of both materials. Such a combination, along with modifications and different fabrication techniques, can enable glucose detection at very low concentrations (down to 10<sup>−12</sup> -10<sup>−14</sup> M). This review provides an overview of the principle of SERS and covers recently developed graphene-based substrates for SERS analysis of glucose,along with their advantages and disadvantages.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17219,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices","volume":"10 4","pages":"Article 101015"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145266638","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Nadia Reza , Mohammad Rashed Iqbal Faruque , K.S. Al-mugren
{"title":"Quatrefoil-loop metamaterial absorber with polarization-independent and wide angular stable response for dual-band explosive gas sensing","authors":"Nadia Reza , Mohammad Rashed Iqbal Faruque , K.S. Al-mugren","doi":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101067","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101067","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A quatrefoil-loop-shaped metamaterial is designed in this paper to detect explosive gases in the C and X bands. It achieves three resonance frequencies at 6.5 GHz, 7.58 GHz, and 8.7 GHz with absorption rates of 99.9 %, 93.2 %, and 96.5 %, respectively. The absorber shows the same absorption at different polarization angles from 0° to 90° in both transverse electric (TE) and transverse magnetic (TM) modes. The absorber can sense explosive gases such as propane and butane. The sensitivity of the propane and butane is 0.47 GHz/RIU and 0.5 GHz/RIU with a quality factor of 130 and 216, respectively. The Figure of Merit values are 10 for propane and 16.67 for butane. The sensing occurs based on the refractive index. The design is based on a cost-effective FR-4 (lossy) dielectric substrate. The unit cell dimensions are 8 × 8 × 1.6 mm<sup>3</sup>. Analysis of surface current, electric fields, and magnetic fields confirms strong resonance at each band. Additionally, the design's equivalent circuit is modeled and validated in Advanced Design System (ADS). The fabricated design is measured, and the measurement results agree well with the simulated response.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17219,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices","volume":"10 4","pages":"Article 101067"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145690780","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Manal A. Awad , Awatif A. Hendi , Khalid M. Ortashi , Saad G. Alshammari , Hayat Althobaiti , Gul Naz , Fatimah Al-Abbas , Reema A. Alnamlah , Meshal Marzoog Al-Sharafa , Raghad M. Alsubaie , Nada M. Merghani , R. Ramadan , H.J. Elamin , Fahd Z. Eissa , Eram Eltahir , Maha M. Almoneef
{"title":"Optical and structural characteristics of La2O3-ZnO nanoparticles synthesized via the Co-precipitation technique: Potential for energy storage and biomedical applications","authors":"Manal A. Awad , Awatif A. Hendi , Khalid M. Ortashi , Saad G. Alshammari , Hayat Althobaiti , Gul Naz , Fatimah Al-Abbas , Reema A. Alnamlah , Meshal Marzoog Al-Sharafa , Raghad M. Alsubaie , Nada M. Merghani , R. Ramadan , H.J. Elamin , Fahd Z. Eissa , Eram Eltahir , Maha M. Almoneef","doi":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101061","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jsamd.2025.101061","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study reports the synthesis of a composite of lanthanum (La<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>)–zinc oxide nanoparticles (La-ZnONPs) using a simple and cost-effective co-precipitation method. The structural, morphological, compositional, and functional properties of the synthesized nanoparticles were systematically investigated. UV–visible spectroscopy revealed an excitonic absorption peak at ∼364 nm, and the optical band gap was calculated to be 2.9 ± 0.02 eV using the Kubelka–Munk method. Fourier-transform infrared (FTIR) spectroscopy indicated the vibrational modes of functional groups, with a prominent peak in the range of 3000–3600 cm<sup>−1</sup> corresponding to the O–H bond, while the absence of additional significant absorption bands confirmed the high purity of the nanoparticles. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) revealed their morphology, and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) confirmed the elemental composition. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis showed a hexagonal wurtzite structure with an average crystallite size of ∼15 ± 0.01 nm. Electrochemical characterization demonstrated that La-ZnO electrodes exhibited a specific capacitance (Cp) of 0.8064 ± 0.001 F/g at a scan rate of 0.01 V/s, which decreased to 0.3758 ± 0.01 F/g at higher scan rates due to reduced interaction time between the active material and electrolyte ions. The observed pseudocapacitive behavior was attributed to oxygen vacancies and La incorporation, which enhanced the overall capacitance. The anticancer potential of La-ZnONPs was evaluated against colon cancer, MDA-MB-231 breast cancer, and HeLa cervical cancer cell lines using the MTT assay. The nanoparticles exhibited significant cytotoxicity, with cell viabilities of 28.5 ± 0.12 %, 25 ± 0.15 %, and 30.2 ± 0.14 % for colon, MDA-MB-231, and HeLa cells, respectively, demonstrating effective cytotoxicity at relatively low concentrations and highlighting their potential as anticancer agents. Unlike previous studies on La-ZnO, which primarily focused on structural and optical properties, this work demonstrates the dual functionality of La-ZnONPs by systematically assessing both their electrochemical and anticancer activities. These findings underscore their biomedical relevance and potential application in energy storage, offering a unique combination of multifunctional properties for future technological and therapeutic developments.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":17219,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Science: Advanced Materials and Devices","volume":"10 4","pages":"Article 101061"},"PeriodicalIF":6.8,"publicationDate":"2025-12-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145690777","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}