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{"title":"Corrigendum to “Empirical models for predicting cubic/pseudocubic lattice parameters of perovskites” [Materials Research Bulletin, 185(2025), 113318]","authors":"Bryan Wright, Rick Ubic","doi":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113457","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113457","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":18265,"journal":{"name":"Materials Research Bulletin","volume":"189 ","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2025-04-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143820294","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":"Negative thermal expansion effects, spectroscopic properties and electronic structure transformations in Tm2Zr(MoO4)5","authors":"Yunna Tushinova ,&nbsp;Sesegma Dorzhieva ,&nbsp;Aleksandra Logvinova ,&nbsp;Bair Bazarov ,&nbsp;Aleksandr Aleksandrovsky ,&nbsp;Alexander Krylov ,&nbsp;Nikolai Maximov ,&nbsp;Maxim Molokeev ,&nbsp;Aleksandr Oreshonkov ,&nbsp;Victor Atuchin","doi":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113485","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113485","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>New noncentrosymmetric molybdate Tm₂Zr(MoO₄)₅ was synthesized. The crystal structure variation with temperature was determined by Rietveld analysis. At 303 K, the monoclinic structure was determined in space group <em>P</em>2₁. A reversible phase transition <em>P</em>2₁↔<em>Cmc</em>2₁ was found at 390 K. From 423 to 520 K, nearly a ZTE (α = 0.7 × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹) behavior was revealed. In the range of 520–720 K, the negative thermal expansion (NTE) effect (α = -2.3 × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹) is evident for the cell volume. Tm₂Zr(MoO₄)₅ is stable up to 1100 K. Electronic structures of monoclinic and orthorhombic Tm₂Zr(MoO₄)₅ were evaluated by DFT methods. The bandgap values determined for monoclinic Tm₂Zr(MoO₄)₅ are E_{g direct} = 3.83 eV and E_{g indirect} = 3.43 eV. The vibrational properties of monoclinic phase were characterized by Raman spectroscopy. The photoluminescence emission in monoclinic Tm₂Zr(MoO₄)₅ at 303 K is dominated by a narrower band at 650 nm due to the ¹G₄ - ³F₄ transition.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":18265,"journal":{"name":"Materials Research Bulletin","volume":"190 ","pages":"Article 113485"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2025-04-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143838201","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":"Highly efficient caffeic acid induced copper photocatalyst for degrading antibiotics","authors":"Zhexiao Zhu,&nbsp;Jingyi Qu,&nbsp;Yangben Chen,&nbsp;Xiaolu Xu,&nbsp;Jiahui Lin,&nbsp;Shouxin Zhu,&nbsp;Zijie Fang,&nbsp;Sun Can,&nbsp;Kailin Xie,&nbsp;Hui Zheng","doi":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113491","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113491","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>To address the increasingly severe issue of antibiotic contamination, a photocatalyst with a unique structure was synthesized via a one-step hydrothermal method using copper nitrate trihydrate as the precursor material. In this process, the induction effect of caffeic acid was utilized to facilitate the synthesis. The induction effect of caffeic acid was employed in this process. The performance of the photocatalyst in degrading antibiotic-contaminated wastewater under visible light was comprehensively evaluated. An in-depth analysis of the photocatalyst properties was carried out utilizing a variety of advanced characterization techniques. The study demonstrated that the incorporation of caffeic acid substantially enhanced the catalyst's sensitivity to visible light, thereby promoting the generation of reactive species essential for the degradation of antibiotics. Specifically, under visible light irradiation at concentrations of 40 mg·L⁻¹ and 0.5 g·L⁻¹, the removal efficiencies for tetracycline (TC) and ciprofloxacin (CIP) were 96.3 % and 92.9 %, respectively. Additionally, the experimental results indicate that the removal rates of levofloxacin (LOFX), ofloxacin (OFX), norfloxacin (NFX), tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH), chlortetracycline hydrochloride (CCH), and oxytetracycline (OTC) all exceeded 95.0 % within 2 h. In addition, the experimental results demonstrate that the catalyst exhibits superior performance across a range of pH levels, from acidic to alkaline environments, in contaminated river water, indicating a promising approach for real-world environmental applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":18265,"journal":{"name":"Materials Research Bulletin","volume":"189 ","pages":"Article 113491"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2025-04-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143860722","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":"Magnesium–aluminum layered double hydroxide/graphitic carbon nitride/zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 nanocomposite for enhanced tetracycline removal from aqueous solution","authors":"Zohreh Jalaledin ,&nbsp;Ali Akbar Amooey ,&nbsp;Shahram Ghasemi","doi":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113480","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113480","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>During the last decade, tetracycline (TC) has been employed for the treatment of bacterial infections. While it offers benefits in the field of medicine care, its presence in water media leads to the pollution of the ecological systems and poses risks to public health. A ternary nanocomposite of magnesium-aluminum layered double hydroxide/graphitic carbon nitride/zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (Mg-Al LDH/g-C₃N₄/ZIF-8) was fabricated to effectively adsorb TC from polluted media. The nanocomposite was analyzed using N₂ adsorption/desorption, FT-IR, FESEM, XRD, and EDS techniques. The effects of different factors including adsorbent dosage (5–15 mg), TC concentration (10–150 mg/L), initial pH of solution (4–10) and adsorption time (5–90 min) on TC removal efficiency were investigated. The optimization of parameter values for removing of TC with the Mg-Al LDH/g-C₃N₄/ZIF-8 nanocomposite was performed through response surface methodology (RSM) via central composite design method (CCD) approach. Different models have been tested to find an appropriate fit based on real data, by checking the analysis of variance (R²= 0.96, R_adj= 0.94). The maximum value for adsorption capacity was obtained at dosage of 10 mg, contact time of 15 min, and pH =6. A maximum value of 454.55 mg/g for adsorption capacity was achieved via Langmuir model. In addition, the adsorbent maintained its optimal performance for TC removal after four reuses with about 4.5 % reduction in efficiency. According to obtained data, the nanocomposite has promising potential and effectiveness to eliminate TC antibiotic from aqueous solution.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":18265,"journal":{"name":"Materials Research Bulletin","volume":"190 ","pages":"Article 113480"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2025-04-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143838199","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":"Cu-doped CdTe nanoparticles synthesized by colloidal approach for optoelectronic and photodetector application","authors":"S. Supriya,&nbsp;S. Das,&nbsp;A. Parida,&nbsp;R. Naik","doi":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113486","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113486","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study reports the successful synthesis of Cu-doped CdTe nanoparticles using a colloidal synthesis method by varying Cu concentrations. X-ray diffraction characterization confirmed the CdTe hexagonal phase, with detectable phase shifts attributed to Cu incorporation. Raman spectroscopy provided valuable insights into the vibrational modes of CdTe, while transmission electron microscopy further validated the CdTe phase and revealed interplanar spacing values. Morphological analysis using field emission scanning electron microscopy indicated a consistent nanoparticle-like morphology. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy offered a detailed understanding of the surface composition and electronic structure, confirming the presence of all constituent elements. UV–Vis spectroscopy demonstrated a reduction in the bandgap in the range 4.23–4.43 eV with increased Cu content, signifying alterations in the optical properties of the material. Observing 12.96 nAW^-1 photoresponsivity and 2.745 × 10⁵ Jones detectivity is suitable for a better photodetector. The analysis revealed an enhanced current response and notable changes in the rise and decay times of the material under illumination. These findings emphasize the enhanced properties and applicability of Cu-doped CdTe nanoparticles, highlighting their potential photodetector and optoelectronic applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":18265,"journal":{"name":"Materials Research Bulletin","volume":"189 ","pages":"Article 113486"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2025-04-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143822377","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":"Advanced modeling and impedance spectroscopy analysis of a high performance perovskite solar cell based on Ag₂MgSnS₄ photoactive absorber","authors":"George G. Njema ,&nbsp;Abderrahmane Elmelouky ,&nbsp;Nicholas Rono ,&nbsp;Edson L. Meyer ,&nbsp;Joshua K. Kibet","doi":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113488","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113488","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The major challenge in the photovoltaic technology has been to understand device physics at interfaces, stability, and potential toxicity. Herein, we conduct a comprehensive numerical evaluation of a novel lead-free environmentally friendly solar cell architecture, ITO/AZO/Ag₂MgSnS₄/PEDOT:PSS/Fe, using the SCAPS-1D device simulator. Ag₂MgSnS₄ exhibits robust stability, excellent optoelectronic properties, and therefore a promising material in the photovoltaic technology. Thorough the analysis of alternating current characteristics of complex impedance (Z*) and complex modulus (M*) in the frequency range 10⁻³–10¹² Hz, ionic migration phenomena at interfaces, which has been difficult to understand in solar cell structures was evaluated. This model cell was rigorously validated through the determination of relaxation times, activation energies at interfaces and series resistance analysis. The device achieved power conversion efficiency (PCE) of 25.82 %, an impressive short-circuit current density (J_sc) of 24.22 mA/cm², an open-circuit voltage (V_oc) of 1.3030 V, and a remarkable fill factor (FF) of 81.82 %.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":18265,"journal":{"name":"Materials Research Bulletin","volume":"190 ","pages":"Article 113488"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2025-04-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143834082","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":"Efficient multi-functional erbium-doped lithium yttrium fluoride phosphor synthesized by novel microwave-assisted combustion technique for diverse applications","authors":"M. Siva Kumar ,&nbsp;Sushree Bedamati ,&nbsp;Mitrabhanu Behera ,&nbsp;R. Arun Kumar ,&nbsp;M. Ramudu ,&nbsp;Kaushal Kumar ,&nbsp;Przemyslaw Wozny ,&nbsp;Kevin Soler-Carracedo ,&nbsp;Marcin Runowski","doi":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113484","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113484","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>It is aimed at investigating the structural and optical properties of LiYF₄: Er phosphor material to realize its ability in multi-functional applications. Samples were prepared by the microwave-assisted combustion route that is the most feasible technique to prepare the bulk amount of samples in a short time. The LiYF₄ sample possessed the lower maximum phonon energy of 563 cm⁻¹ that favors luminescence. Based on the upconversion emission under different concentrations, pump powers, and temperatures, it is ensured that the prepared phosphor has multi-functional capability. It can be used to improve the solar cell performance, to detect the invisible IR radiation, and to measure the temperature through optical thermometry where conventional methods cannot be performed. We have developed a device based on resin-coated LiYF₄: Er phosphor film to detect the harmful and invisible near infrared (NIR) radiation. The device has significantly produced visible emission when it is irradiated with NIR laser beam. Three types of modes have been applied in four ways to determine the sensitivity of the phosphor system, i.e., (1) fluorescence intensity (FI), (2) fluorescence intensity ratio (FIR) of (i) thermally coupled (TCL) and (ii) non-thermally coupled energy levels (NTCL), and through (3) CIE chromaticity coordinates. The maximum relative sensitivity (S_r) of 1.47 %<em>K</em>⁻¹ is achieved by FI_{551 nm} mode at 320 K, it has maintained the above 1 %<em>K</em>⁻¹ till 440 K and the least value it has delivered is 0.79 %<em>K</em>⁻¹ at 520 K. The CIE coordinates mode exhibited the appreciable relative sensitivity of 0.21 %<em>K</em>⁻¹ at 540 K in this mode. The most benefit thing in this mode is that the relative sensitivity improves with temperature since it exhibited stable absolute sensitivity of 0.08 × 10⁻² K⁻¹ in the range of 300–540 K.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":18265,"journal":{"name":"Materials Research Bulletin","volume":"190 ","pages":"Article 113484"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2025-04-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143850755","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":"Hydrothermally synthesized NiSe2 nanospheres for efficient bifunctional electrocatalysis in alkaline seawater electrolysis: High performance and stability in HER and OER","authors":"Shuang-shuang Zhang ,&nbsp;Rui-Yu Li ,&nbsp;Xin Li ,&nbsp;Yong-qi Tian ,&nbsp;Rong-da Zhao ,&nbsp;Jun Xiang ,&nbsp;Fu-fa Wu ,&nbsp;De-peng Zhao","doi":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113463","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113463","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Finding active and stable electrocatalysts composed of inexpensive elements, with simple synthesis methods, high catalytic performance, and excellent cycling stability is crucial for hydrogen production through water electrolysis. In this study, NiSe₂ nanospheres were grown on nickel-cobalt precursor foam nickel using a hydrothermal method. At a current density of 10 mA cm^-2, the overpotential for the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) was 149.7 mV, while the overpotential for the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) was 198 mV. The electrocatalyst maintained its morphology almost intact even after 12 h of stability testing, and its performance remained stable after cyclic testing. Furthermore, in an alkaline seawater electrolysis environment at a current density of 10 mA cm^-2, the overpotential for HER was 154.5 mV, and the overpotential for OER was 182.5 mV.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":18265,"journal":{"name":"Materials Research Bulletin","volume":"189 ","pages":"Article 113463"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2025-04-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143815424","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":"Exploration of structural and optoelectronic behaviour of mechanochemically synthesized earth-abundant phase pure Cu2FeSnSe4","authors":"Immanuel A․ ,&nbsp;Angel Agnes J․ ,&nbsp;Devika Rajan Sajitha ,&nbsp;Kamalan Kirubaharan A․M․ ,&nbsp;Chandramohan Govindasamy ,&nbsp;Khalid M. Almutairi ,&nbsp;Beauno S․ ,&nbsp;Shyju Thankaraj Salammal","doi":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113477","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113477","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>A solvent-free mechanochemical method has been employed to synthesize the eco-friendly photo absorber Cu₂FeSnSe₄ (CFTSe) semiconductor using earth-abundant materials. A single-phase quaternary chalcogenide CFTSe was achieved during continuous milling, confirmed by powder X-ray diffraction along with Rietveld refinement and Raman analysis. The material, crystallized in a tetragonal structure (<em>a</em> = <em>b</em> = 5.68, <em>c</em> = 11.35 Å), was verified through sharp diffraction peaks and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy, which indicated (112) orientation with <em>d</em> = 3.2 Å. FESEM and EDS showed particles close to uniform size and stoichiometric composition. Optical properties were analyzed via UV–Vis spectroscopy, revealing an absorption coefficient of ∼10⁴ cm^-1 and a band gap of 1.1 eV. XPS analysis identified various valence states, while Hall measurements confirmed the p-type nature with a carrier concentration of 3.29 × 10¹⁹ cm^-3 and a mobility of 16.8 cm² V^-1 s^-1. The material demonstrated thermal stability up to 520 °C, making it suitable for photovoltaic and semiconductor applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":18265,"journal":{"name":"Materials Research Bulletin","volume":"189 ","pages":"Article 113477"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2025-04-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143822376","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":"Oxygen vacancies boosted piezo-catalytic activity of (Ba0.9Ca0.1)(Ti0.85Zr0.15)O3 ceramics","authors":"Xinyu Deng ,&nbsp;Jiaxin Ye ,&nbsp;Daen Zhao ,&nbsp;Luoping Yang ,&nbsp;Guifen Fan ,&nbsp;Qiaoji Zheng ,&nbsp;Dunmin Lin","doi":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113481","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.materresbull.2025.113481","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>As a cost-effective, simple and feasible strategy for wastewater treatment, piezoelectric catalysis stands out for its unique energy conversion mechanism in recent years. Herein, oxygen vacancies have been induced in (Ba_0.9Ca_0.1)(Ti_0.85Zr_0.15)O₃ (BCZT) by a high-temperature annealing strategy to improve the piezoelectric catalytic performance of BaTiO₃-based lead-free ceramics. The annealed BCZT ceramic at 700 °C possesses a moderate concentration of oxygen vacancies (53 % O_V content), which can function as electron donors, significantly enhancing carrier mobility and providing electron-rich sites for adsorption and activation of O₂. Consequently, the BCZT ceramic annealed at 700 °C exhibits significant enhancement in the piezoelectric catalytic performance, with the degradation rate of Rhodamine B (RhB) reaching 95.3 % in 90 min, and a reaction rate constant <em>k</em> of 0.03303 min^-1. This study offers a valuable approach to improve the catalytic proficiency of piezoelectric materials by modulating oxygen vacancy content in perovskite piezoelectric materials.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":18265,"journal":{"name":"Materials Research Bulletin","volume":"189 ","pages":"Article 113481"},"PeriodicalIF":5.3,"publicationDate":"2025-04-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"143815423","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}