{"title":"Straightforward and affordable electrochemical sensing for collagen quality assessment in supplements: A novel strategy for hydroxyproline quantification","authors":"Kantima Kaewjua , Phanumas Yomthiangthae , Orawon Chailapakul , Weena Siangproh","doi":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119272","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119272","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Hydroxyproline (Hyp) is one of the most significant biomarkers of collagen content. It is useful not only for clinical tracking but also for proving the quality of collagen-based dietary supplements. Due to the increasing popularity of collagen supplement consumption, this work presents a novel approach for the determination of collagen content using the hydroxyproline method. This study is the first report that describes the use of an unmodified screen-printed carbon electrode as an efficient and streamlined sensor for the detection of Hyp. The highlight of this research is eliminating any need for complicated preparation and detection processes. The measurement relies on the indirect detection of Hyp by comparing the signal of Cu(II) ions in the absence and presence of Hyp, using a sequential drop mixture of the sample and Cu(II) in a basic condition. Key parameters related to square wave anodic stripping voltammetry (SWASV) for detection were systematically examined to improve sensitivity and accuracy. Under optimal conditions, the modification-free sensor offers good performance for Hyp detection with a linear range of 0.5–10 mM and a detection limit of 0.15 mM. In practical analysis, Hyp in the collagen supplement samples was detected with an acceptable recovery range of 80.36–107.89 % (<em>n</em> = 3). In addition, the results obtained from the suggested approach were validated against the conventional standard technique. A paired <em>t</em>-test at the confidence level of 95 % shows no significant difference between the two methods. Therefore, this proposed method offers a promising assay for routine and real-time collagen analysis in food quality and safety control.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":355,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry","volume":"994 ","pages":"Article 119272"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-06-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144313693","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":"Electric field assisted migration of H+ and Cu+/Cu++ ions through the Nafion in Cu-Cl electrolyzer for hydrogen Generation: Molecular dynamics simulations","authors":"Pooja Sahu , Sk. Musharaf Ali","doi":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119267","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119267","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This study explores the transport of proton and copper ions in hydrated Nafion membranes within a Cu–Cl electrolyzer, a key component of hybrid Cu-Cl cycle for hydrogen production. Particular focus is given to the effects of membrane hydration level and applied electric field strength. Molecular dynamics (MD) simulations reveal that electric fields enhance proton mobility by promoting water structuring and aligning hydronium ion trajectories, leading to a transition from diffusive to drift-dominated transport. Conversely, copper ions—especially Cu<sup>2+</sup>—disrupt the hydrogen-bonding network through solvation shell formation, thereby significantly diminish the ionic conductivity. While both hydration and field strength improve transport, hydration exerts a stronger influence. Conductivity increases with both factors but saturates at high field strengths, suggesting a threshold beyond which water drag impedes ion mobility. The presence of acidic medium was found to boost conductivity, whereas copper ions were seen to suppress it—markedly by Cu<sup>2+</sup>. These insights reveal the microscopic mechanisms of hydronium transport and copper-induced nafion degradation, offering guidance for the design of advanced ionomer membranes in electrolyzer and energy conversion applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":355,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry","volume":"994 ","pages":"Article 119267"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-06-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144270878","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}
Ding Shen, TianYu Li, ZhaoQi Ren, Ran Zhang, MingXue Yang, Duo Zhang, Wei Dong
{"title":"Research progress on coal-based hard carbon anode materials for sodium-ion batteries","authors":"Ding Shen, TianYu Li, ZhaoQi Ren, Ran Zhang, MingXue Yang, Duo Zhang, Wei Dong","doi":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119265","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119265","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) are considered an effective alternative to lithium-ion batteries due to their abundant resources and extensive industrialization potential. However, the synthesis and preparation of anode materials directly affect the industrialization process of SIBs. Carbon materials are favored for their stable structure, abundant resources, and practical applications. In this paper, the most abundant coal is selected as the hard carbon precursor. Yet, the internal structure of coal is complex, and there is a lack of systematic discussion on the various structural configurations of coal-based hard carbon materials. Therefore, the four mechanisms of sodium storage are discussed in depth, and the latest research progress on effectively improving the electrochemical performance of coal-based hard carbon anodes is comprehensively introduced. The above include coal selection, heteroatom incorporation, pore adjustment, soft and hard carbon compounding. Additionally, personal insights are provided on the challenges and issues faced by coal-based hard carbon materials in this review,thereby offering useful guidance for the development of high-end advanced energy storage electrode materials and the formulation of design rules to promote the industrialization of SIBs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":355,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry","volume":"994 ","pages":"Article 119265"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-06-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144313692","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}
Hong Qin, Shuang Wang, Huaiyu Zhou, Shuo Pan, Da Cui, Qing Wang, Chunxia Jia, Lidong Zhang, Jingru Bai
{"title":"From graphite to hard carbon: multifaceted sodium storage reactions and future perspectives of carbon anode materials for sodium-ion batteries","authors":"Hong Qin, Shuang Wang, Huaiyu Zhou, Shuo Pan, Da Cui, Qing Wang, Chunxia Jia, Lidong Zhang, Jingru Bai","doi":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119270","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119270","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The increasing demand for lithium-ion batteries, driven by the rapid expansion of electronics and electric vehicles, may face limitations due to the finite supply of lithium resources. Recently, significant advancements have been made in anode materials, which have long restricted the progress of sodium-ion batteries. Carbon-based anodes for SIBs have attracted considerable interest due to their potential for high energy density, cost-effectiveness, and environmental sustainability. This review focuses on research progress related to the sodium storage capabilities of carbon materials used as SIB anodes, such as graphite, amorphous carbon, and biomass-derived carbon. The sodium storage mechanisms in these materials, particularly hard carbon, are examined in depth, with attention to structural characteristics, pore morphology, and surface functionalization to enhance the understanding of sodium storage behavior. Furthermore, this paper reviews the current state of SIB material research, assesses potential future developments, and provides essential insights into scientific and practical challenges in advancing SIB technology.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":355,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry","volume":"993 ","pages":"Article 119270"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-06-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144263344","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":"Electrochemical behavior of Zn(II) and codeposition of ZnPr alloy from LiF-BeF2-ZnF2-PrF3 molten salt","authors":"Yu-Xiao Sun , Yong Zuo , Wei Huang , Yu Gong","doi":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119269","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119269","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>As a typical lanthanide fission product with a high thermal neutron absorption cross-section in molten salt reactors (MSRs), it is crucial to remove praseodymium (Pr) from the 2LiF-BeF<sub>2</sub> (FLiBe) molten salt system. This study evaluates the effectiveness of the electrochemical reduction and separation of Pr in the FLiBe-ZnF<sub>2</sub> (1.0 <em>wt</em>%)-PrF<sub>3</sub> (2.0 <em>wt</em>%) molten salt system. The electrochemical behavior of Zn(II) and Pr(III) is systematically examined using various electrochemical methods and micro surface analyses such as SEM-EDS, XPS, and XRD. Reversible reductions of Zn and Zn<sub>11</sub>Pr are confirmed at potentials of 1.25 and 0.22 V <em>vs E</em><sub><em>eq,Be(II)/Be</em></sub> at 873 K, respectively. The standard Gibbs free energy of formation of Zn<sub>11</sub>Pr and the activity coefficient of Zn(II) are evaluated thermodynamically based on experimental data. Consequently, the successful reduction and extraction of Pr from the FLiBe-PrF<sub>3</sub>-ZnF<sub>2</sub> molten salt are achieved through co-deposition in the form of Zn<sub>11</sub>Pr on molybdenum material.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":355,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry","volume":"993 ","pages":"Article 119269"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-06-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144240790","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":"Co-doped porous lamellar structure V2O5 cathode material for high-performance lithium-ion batteries","authors":"Jiawei Ke, Qiang Liu, Ruiqi Geng, Minghang Cui, Yiming Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119268","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119268","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>V<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub> cathode materials suffer from sluggish Li<sup>+</sup> diffusion kinetics and insufficient structural stability. In the present study, lamellar structure Co-doped V<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub> was synthesized by hydrothermal method to enhance its ion transport rate and cycling stability. X-ray diffraction analysis showed that Co ions successfully entered the lattice of V<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub>, leading to lattice expansion. Analysis of the N<sub>2</sub> adsorption/desorption isotherms revealed that the doping of moderate amount of Co favored the increase of specific surface area of V<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub>. The doping of Co also induced the formation of oxygen vacancies, which would provide more active sites for Li<sup>+</sup> intercalation/extraction reactions. The cycling and rate performances of the V<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub> samples were significantly enhanced at 1.25 % Co doping (denoted as CoVO-1) compared to the undoped V<sub>2</sub>O<sub>5</sub> samples. A high reversible specific capacity of 270.9 mAh·g<sup>−1</sup> was provided in a voltage window of 2.0–4.0 V at a current density of 300 mA·g<sup>−1</sup>, and the capacity retention was still 81.4 % after 100 cycles. When the current density was increased to 1500 mA·g<sup>−1</sup>, the discharge specific reversible specific capacity was still 113.3 mAh·g<sup>−1</sup>. The improved electrochemical performances of CoVO-1 are mainly attributed to the lattice expansion after doping, the presence of oxygen vacancies leading to the increase of Li<sup>+</sup> diffusion coefficients, meanwhile, the porous layered structure formed has better structural stability.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":355,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry","volume":"994 ","pages":"Article 119268"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-06-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144321389","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}
Chenbo Wang , Zelin Wu , Zhiyong Zhao , Hui Wen , Tongyu Lu , Haibo Wang , Yuxuan Guo , Congwei Wang , Xiaoyong Liu , Junying Wang
{"title":"Acid-etched iron-based Prussian blue derivatives as high-performance cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries","authors":"Chenbo Wang , Zelin Wu , Zhiyong Zhao , Hui Wen , Tongyu Lu , Haibo Wang , Yuxuan Guo , Congwei Wang , Xiaoyong Liu , Junying Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119266","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119266","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Iron-based Prussian blue (Fe-PB) materials have been widely investigated as cathode materials for sodium-ion batteries owing to their unique open framework structure. However, the enhancement of electrical conductivity and the reduction of structural defects in Prussian blue analogues remain challenging. In this study, hollow layered Fe-PB materials with gradually inward-etched centers were successfully synthesized through a phthalic acid (PA)-assisted chelation and etching process. Compared to conventionally hydrothermally synthesized materials, the prepared Fe-PB was characterized by an increased specific surface area, shortened sodium-ion diffusion pathways, and reduced lattice water content, leading to significantly improved electrochemical properties. When evaluated as a cathode material for sodium-ion batteries, the etched Fe-PB demonstrated an initial specific capacity of 106.4 mAh g<sup>−1</sup> at a current density of 100 mA g<sup>−1</sup>. After 500 charge/discharge cycles, a specific capacity of 78.8 mAh g<sup>−1</sup> was maintained, corresponding to a capacity retention rate of 74.1 % and a remarkably low capacity decay rate of 0.05 % per cycle. This work not only provides an effective strategy for improving the sodium storage performance of Fe-PB materials but also offers valuable insights into the hydrothermal synthesis of high-performance Prussian blue analogues with reduced lattice water content and enhanced electrochemical properties.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":355,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry","volume":"993 ","pages":"Article 119266"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144240789","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}
Francesco Abate , Salvatore Daniele , Marco Musiani , Enrico Verlato , Matteo Amati , Francesco De Boni , Zygmunt Milosz , Mauro Moglianetti , Roberta Zanini , Arianna Traviglia
{"title":"Novel methods for the non-invasive study of archaeological coins with electrochemical impedance spectroscopy","authors":"Francesco Abate , Salvatore Daniele , Marco Musiani , Enrico Verlato , Matteo Amati , Francesco De Boni , Zygmunt Milosz , Mauro Moglianetti , Roberta Zanini , Arianna Traviglia","doi":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119261","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119261","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Archaeological copper-based coins are usually covered by insulating <em>patina</em> layers, which prevent the establishment of effective electrical contacts. This hinders the use of electrochemical techniques, including the electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, as the undesirable removal of the <em>patina</em> irreversibly damages the artifacts. To overcome this and other constrains imposed by Heritage samples, we designed two novel experimental approaches.</div><div>In the first approach, the electrical contact problem is solved by exploiting the unique capabilities of laser ablation in producing a micro-dig that is deep enough to reach the underlying alloy, and small enough to be invisible to the naked eye. The insertion of graphite micro-fibres in the micro-dig granted the required electrical contact. Following the best practice in the field, the three-electrode cell was completed by a gel electrolyte pressed against the opposite side of the coin and containing reference and counter electrodes.</div><div>The second approach is completely non-invasive and exploits a symmetric four-electrode cell design that has never been applied to Cultural Heritage objects before. The symmetric cell was realised by putting each side of the coin in contact with a gel electrolyte, containing a reference and a working/counter electrode.</div><div>In this paper, the results obtained on real archaeological samples with each approach are compared and thoroughly discussed, with reference to experimental setups proposed in literature. Both novel approaches were able to achieve an unprecedented combination of high-quality data and non-invasiveness level. In addition, preliminary data fitting suggested a role for a diffusion phenomenon in porous media in the low-frequency regime.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":355,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry","volume":"994 ","pages":"Article 119261"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-06-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144279778","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 novel electrochemical sensor based on one-dimensional porous bimetallic CoCu-CN nanocomposites derived from MOF-on-MOF for simultaneous detection of acetaminophen and p-aminophenol","authors":"Sumin Xu, Wenjing Liu, Jiajia Zhang, Jianying Qu","doi":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119263","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119263","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In this work, a MOF-on-MOF synthesis strategy was employed to successfully prepare (ZIF-8)-on-(CoCu-MOF) composites, which were further pyrolyzed at high temperature to obtain CoCu-CN nanomaterials. The morphological and structural properties of the materials were systematically investigated using SEM, FTIR, XRD and XPS. A novel sensor of CoCu-CN/GCE was constructed at a glassy carbon (GC) substrate, which exhibited excellent electrocatalytic activity to redox reactions of acetaminophen (PA) and p-aminophenol (4-AP). Under optimal conditions, the CoCu-CN/GCE sensor can be employed to detect simultaneously PA and 4-AP in the wider linear ranges of 0.05–270.00 μM and 0.05–170.00 μM, respectively with the lower detection limits of 0.020 μM and 0.019 μM respectively. Practical sample analysis for pharmaceutical and lake water gave satisfactory results. The proposed sensor displays excellent selectivity and stability with potential analytical applications</div></div>","PeriodicalId":355,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry","volume":"993 ","pages":"Article 119263"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144229719","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}
Qin Yu , Qiaoyi Xiang , Jingang Xie , Ying Zhou , Xiaodan Pan , Han Zhu
{"title":"Efficient and Stable MoCo-Ni(OH)₂/NF electrocatalyst for the Upcycling of Waste PET via Ethylene Glycol Oxidation","authors":"Qin Yu , Qiaoyi Xiang , Jingang Xie , Ying Zhou , Xiaodan Pan , Han Zhu","doi":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119262","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jelechem.2025.119262","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>The escalating production and consumption of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastics pose a significant environmental challenge due to widespread landfill disposal and resource depletion. Electrochemical upcycling of PET, particularly through the electrocatalytic oxidation of ethylene glycol (EG) to formate, offers a promising sustainable solution. However, the complex nature of the EGOR reaction necessitates the development of highly efficient and selective electrocatalysts. This work reports the design and synthesis of a novel MoCo co-doped Ni(OH)₂ nanosheet catalyst supported on nickel foam (NF), denoted as MoCo–Ni(OH)₂/NF, for enhanced EGOR. The controlled growth process yields a distinctive flower-like morphology of MoCo–Ni(OH)₂ nanosheets uniformly distributed on the NF substrate. The resulting MoCo–Ni(OH)₂/NF catalyst exhibits remarkable EGOR performance, achieving a high Faradaic efficiency of 72.28 % for formate production at 1.37 V (vs. RHE) and an impressive formate yield rate of 600 μmol h<sup>−1</sup> cm<sup>−2</sup>. Furthermore, the catalyst demonstrates exceptional stability, retaining its morphology and surface chemistry after extended testing. This work highlights the potential of MoCo–Ni(OH)₂/NF as a high-performance electrocatalyst for the sustainable upcycling of waste PET.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":355,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry","volume":"994 ","pages":"Article 119262"},"PeriodicalIF":4.1,"publicationDate":"2025-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144262729","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}