Youyan Zhang, Di Lan, Zihan Wang, Guodi Xu, Zhihua Gao, Guixian Bu, Xiaozhong Zhong, Pengfei Yin
{"title":"Modulation of magnetodielectric equilibrium in porous biochar embedded with MOF-derived CeO2/Fe3O4 for excellent electromagnetic absorption and anti-microbial properties","authors":"Youyan Zhang, Di Lan, Zihan Wang, Guodi Xu, Zhihua Gao, Guixian Bu, Xiaozhong Zhong, Pengfei Yin","doi":"10.1007/s42114-025-01444-5","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-025-01444-5","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The design of electromagnetic wave absorbing composites is an important approach for achieving radar stealth and anti-electromagnetic interference. However, the bacterial metabolic byproducts can corrode the components and micro-structures of absorbers as employed in a bacteria-rich environment, thereby progressively reducing their absorption properties. To address this problem, herein the biomass-derived porous carbon decorated with magnetic Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> and dielectric CeO<sub>2</sub> deriving from Ce-UIO-66 was obtained via co-solvothermal and calcination route. The thin-walled porous biological carbon can not only dissipate incident microwave by scattering effect, but also act as carrier to provide sufficient dielectric properties. The co-modification of CeO<sub>2</sub> and Fe<sub>3</sub>O<sub>4</sub> with varied doping of Fe<sup>3+</sup> promotes the magnetodielectric equilibrium for better impedance matching, which can couple multi-ply mechanisms of dielectric polarization, conduction dissipation, eddy-current and natural resonance loss to achieve outstanding microwave absorption. The maximum RL value reaches -60.60 dB at 15.69 GHz for 2.00 mm thickness and the widest EAB is 6.41 GHz for only 2.19 mm thickness, the simulation proves the reduction of radar cross section within wide range of incident angles as well. Moreover, the ROS generated from abundant oxygen vacancies in absorber can realize high anti-bacterial efficiencies of 82.70% and 91.60% against <i>S. aureus</i> and <i>E. coli</i>, respectively. Hence, the work proposes a novel insight to design antibacterial electromagnetic absorbers for application in complex bacterial environment.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":21.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-025-01444-5.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145210735","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Dual experimental-simulation study of ionic liquid-assisted polarized alignment of boron nitride: engineering thermal conductive pathways in polymer composites","authors":"Jianwen Wang, Xueqing Liu, Beizhi Chu, Yumin Xia, Yuwei Chen, Yue Li, Jianming Zhang","doi":"10.1007/s42114-025-01310-4","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-025-01310-4","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The increasing power density of modern electronic devices has brought thermal accumulation issues to the forefront, spurring the development of various materials. Among them, thermally conductive polymer composites have shown immense potential. However, achieving high thermal conductivity typically requires a substantial loading of inorganic fillers to form effective thermal conduction networks. To address this, this study explores the use of electric field-assisted alignment facilitated by ionic liquids (IL) to orient boron nitride (BN) and construct efficient thermal conduction pathways at low filler loading. IL/BN/PDMS thermally conductive composite films were prepared, and the mechanism of IL-assisted BN alignment under an electric field was elucidated through a combination of simulations and experiments. Molecular simulations conducted via Materials Studio (MS) reveal that the adsorption of ionic liquid (IL) on the boron nitride (BN) surface is predominantly governed by van der Waals and electrostatic interactions. This interfacial interaction enables IL to act as an orienting agent under an electric field, thereby promoting the directional alignment of BN within the PDMS matrix. The prepared composite films exhibited a thermal conductivity of 0.625 W·m⁻1·K⁻1, a significant improvement over non-aligned films (0.461 W·m⁻1·K⁻1). Additionally, the dielectric constant of the aligned films increased significantly at low frequencies, while dielectric loss rose modestly from ~ 0.5 to ~ 1.5. This study is the first to reveal how IL assists BN alignment. It highlights the advantages of electric field-assisted alignment for preparing thermally conductive composites. The findings offer theoretical insights and practical guidance for developing thermal materials and improving thermal management in advanced electronics.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":21.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-025-01310-4.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145210831","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Chris Scott, Pablo Froimowicz, Scott Winroth, Sheila A. Thibeault, Hatsuo Ishida
{"title":"Radiation shielding performance and molecular stability of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber-reinforced hydrogen-rich polybenzoxazine composites following space environment exposure on the International Space Station","authors":"Chris Scott, Pablo Froimowicz, Scott Winroth, Sheila A. Thibeault, Hatsuo Ishida","doi":"10.1007/s42114-025-01451-6","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-025-01451-6","url":null,"abstract":"<p>This study investigates the performance and molecular stability of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber-reinforced hydrogen-rich polybenzoxazine composites exposed to the space environment on the International Space Station (ISS). The composite is designed specifically for spacecraft applications requiring lightweight radiation shielding against galactic cosmic rays and solar particle events. Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA), and short beam shear testing were used to evaluate both surface degradation and bulk property retention. Chemical degradation due to direct sunlight exposure is limited to the uppermost 30 nm of the composite surface, with formation of hydroxyl and carbonyl groups. No significant changes in the glass transition temperature (<i>T</i><sub>g</sub>), short beam shear strength, or density are observed between space-exposed and control samples. Thermoluminescence dosimetry data indicated significant attenuation of incident radiation. This study confirms the potential of the UHMWPE composite material for use as a multifunctional structure and radiation shield for extended space missions.</p>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":21.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-025-01451-6.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145210403","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Injectable hydrogel loaded with electrostatic self-assembled structure nanoparticles for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease","authors":"Zenghong Wu, Xingjuan Song, Yurui Zhang, Rong Lin","doi":"10.1007/s42114-025-01423-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-025-01423-w","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The microbiome structure plays a crucial role in the progression of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). While treating IBD remains a challenge, nano-intervention measures aimed at restoring gut homeostasis may potentially alleviate inflammation in IBD. In this study, layer-by-layer electrostatic self-assembly technology was used to develop hydrogel microspheres containing curcumin (Cur) and zinc (Zn) Prussian blue analog (PBA) as internal cores, with Cur loaded into ZnPBA to increase its bioavailability. Consequently, injectable Cur-ZnPBA@Zein-sodium alginate (CZ@ZS) hydrogel was prepared. The CZ@ZS displayed a macroporous structure, improved bio-adhesion, and prolonged the local drug dwell time following oral administration. Substantial evidence from both in vitro and in vivo studies supported the effectiveness of oral treatment using CZ@ZS in reducing intestinal inflammation and regulating intestinal homeostasis. Moreover, 16S ribosomal RNA sequencing suggested that CZ@ZS increased the diversity of intestinal microflora, such as the augmentation of <i>Bifidobacterium</i> and <i>Lactobacillus</i> probiotics. In conclusion, we developed a biocompatible and regulated immune response and gut microbiota feasible nano-platform for reshaping intestinal homeostasis and a potent therapy for IBD.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":21.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-025-01423-w.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145210405","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Smart tumor-penetrating nanocluster for dual-enhanced magnetic resonance imaging and synergistic photothermal-chemodynamic treatment for oral squamous cell carcinoma","authors":"Hongtao Xu, Han Cheng, Fangjie Li, Boyang Peng, Rui Wang, Chongyang Zheng, Xiaojuan Huang, Zhiyuan Zhang","doi":"10.1007/s42114-025-01425-8","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-025-01425-8","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC) is the most common malignant tumor in the head and neck region, with its aggressive nature contributing to high mortality rates. Accurate imaging diagnosis and timely treatment are essential for improving patient survival. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is widely recognized as a promising diagnostic tool for OSCC; however, the effectiveness of conventional contrast agents is often limited by their inefficient tumor accumulation. To address this issue, a novel smart-responsive decomposable cobalt manganese oxide nanocluster (SDCM NC) has been developed to enhance tumor-specific MRI and synergistic photothermal-chemodynamic therapy (PT-CDT). The SDCM nanoclusters encapsulate small-sized cobalt manganese oxide nanoparticles (CMO NPs) within a B-type gelatin shell that is enzymatically degraded by the overexpressed matrix metalloproteinase-9 (MMP9) in OSCC. This multistage decomposition mechanism facilitates improved tumor accumulation and deeper tumor penetration. The enhanced accumulation allows for improved T1-T2 dual-enhanced MRI performance, which is further optimized using Dual-Enhanced Subtraction Imaging (DESI) to improve contrast between tumor and normal tissues. Additionally, SDCM NCs demonstrate strong •OH generation through Fenton-like reactions and exhibit high photothermal conversion efficiency, enabling synergistic PT-CDT effects. In vivo studies using an OSCC mouse model validated the efficacy of SDCM NCs, showing prolonged tumor retention, improved MRI diagnostic accuracy, and effective suppression of tumor growth through synergistic therapy. These findings underscore the potential of SDCM NCs as an innovative platform for precise diagnosis and effective treatment of OSCC.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":21.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-025-01425-8.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145210510","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Reduced graphene oxide-assisted TiO2-Fe2O3 ternary nanocomposite for efficient visible-light driven photocatalysis of nitrobenzene and dye pollutants","authors":"Sathish Mohan Botsa","doi":"10.1007/s42114-025-01431-w","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-025-01431-w","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Heterogeneous photocatalysis has gained popularity recently as a potential method for environmental remediation, especially in the purification of water and air. In order to improve the photocatalytic capacity under visible light, this work shows the production and analysis of a ternary nanocomposite made of reduced graphene oxide (rGO), Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub> nanoparticles, and TiO<sub>2</sub> nanorods (TiO<sub>2</sub>-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>-rGO). The desired TiO<sub>2</sub>-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>-rGO nanocomposite was prepared successfully through a hydrothermal method, and its structural, morphological, and optical properties were thoroughly analyzed using UV–Vis DRS, XRD, Raman spectroscopy, XPS, SEM, photoluminescence spectroscopy and TEM. The ternary composite demonstrated superior photocatalytic performance in the abatement of nitrobenzene (NB) below visible light irradiation compared to its binary and single-component counterparts (1 wt% rGO achieved a 98.7% degradation rate in 80 min). In comparison, TiO<sub>2</sub>, Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>, TiO<sub>2</sub>-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>, and TiO<sub>2</sub>-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>-rGO with 0.5 wt%, 3 wt%, and 5 wt% rGO concentrations showed degradation rates of 67%, 68%, 71%, 85%, 93%, and 78%, respectively, at the 80 min mark. This enhanced activity is attributed to the effective charge separation and enhanced surface area provided by the incorporation of rGO, as well as the synergistic interaction between TiO<sub>2</sub> and Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>. In addition, other dye pollutants acetophenone, eosin yellow and malachite green were degraded successfully using prepared composite. The study highlights the potential of the TiO<sub>2</sub>-Fe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>3</sub>-rGO nanocomposite as an efficient photocatalyst for environmental applications.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":21.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-025-01431-w.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145210737","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Zero-waste closed-loop recycling of carbon fiber reinforced vitrimer-based polymer composites with a long-extended prepreg shelf life","authors":"Roya Mahmoodi, Omid Zabihi, Mohammad Reza Zamani, Mojtaba Ahmadi, Milad Laghaei, Parisa Zamani, Mahmoud Reza Ghandehari Ferdowsi, Mohammad Jalal Zohuriaan-Mehr, Minoo Naebe","doi":"10.1007/s42114-025-01463-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-025-01463-2","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Despite significant advances in recyclable carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) composites, the successful integration of high-performance vitrimer polymers into the CFRP composite industry faces two major challenges. The first hurdle is establishing a viable closed-loop recycling system, where both the polymer matrix and carbon fibers can be entirely reused without any loss in mechanical performance. The second challenge lies in integrating vitrimer polymers into CFRP prepregs while maintaining their high-performance characteristics. In this study, a vitrimer polymer was synthesized from the reaction of a vanillin-derived trialdehyde monomer and poly (propylene glycol) amine-terminated ether (PPGTA) curing agent, forming a highly fire-resistant crosslinked Schiff base polymer network with dynamic imine bonds. The resulting vitrimer exhibited high mechanical properties, including a tensile strength of 48.5 MPa, Young’s modulus of 1.83 GPa, And 10% elongation at break, which are within the range of automotive-grade epoxy resins. In the developed zero-waste recycling process, both the polymer matrix and carbon fibers were fully reclaimed through depolymerization in an excess amount of PPGTA curing agent solution, followed by re-polymerization to fully close the loop for CFRP composite fabrication. The recycled Schiff base polymer demonstrated mechanical properties nearly identical to the original, with > 98% retention of tensile strength and modulus, ensuring effective and true closed-loop recycling with zero waste. Moreover, the dry Schiff base vitrimer-based CFRP prepregs Maintained their mechanical properties even after 3 months of storage at room temperature, showing only a 1.8% decrease in tensile strength And a 0.9% reduction in modulus, eliminating the need for cold storage and simplifying logistics.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":21.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-025-01463-2.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145210826","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Joeng Ju Kim, Mihyeon Bae, Jongmin Kim, Wonbin Park, Jinah Jang, Jae Yon Won, Dong-Woo Cho
{"title":"Development of a 3D cell-printed RVO model by advancing a retina-on-a-chip with hybrid retinal dECM bioink and an integrated 3D bioprinting system","authors":"Joeng Ju Kim, Mihyeon Bae, Jongmin Kim, Wonbin Park, Jinah Jang, Jae Yon Won, Dong-Woo Cho","doi":"10.1007/s42114-025-01455-2","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-025-01455-2","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>As the second most prevalent retinal vascular disease leading to vision loss, retinal vein occlusion (RVO) affects approximately 28 million people worldwide, and its prevalence is rising due to high-fat dietary habits. RVO is particularly concerning due to its high recurrence rate and lack of curative treatment strategies. Although various retinal models have been developed to study retinal vascular diseases, replicating tissue-specific microenvironments remains challenging. In particular, incorporating key features, such as the blood–retinal barrier (BRB) and narrow vascular structures, has proven difficult in previous models. To address this issue, we developed a retina-on-a-chip using an integrated 3D bioprinting system that combines multi-nozzle and triple-coaxial printing with a hybrid retinal-derived decellularized extracellular matrix (RdECM) bioink and vascular tissue-derived dECM (VdECM). This platform successfully incorporated BRB compartments and interconnected vascular structures. To simulate RVO, we fabricated an RVO-on-a-chip by perfusing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) and adjusting the vascular printing speed to create a narrowed vasculature. The RVO-on-a-chip successfully recapitulated RVO progression, with pathological changes originating from the blood vessels and propagating through the inner and outer BRB compartments, closely mimicking real RVO lesions. Furthermore, drug treatments applied to the chip demonstrated efficacy comparable to clinical outcomes. Our chip effectively replicated key pathological features of retinal vascular diseases, providing a valuable platform for drug testing and advancing research on retinal vascular pathology. This chip holds promise for improving therapeutic strategies for RVO and related disorders.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":21.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-025-01455-2.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145210408","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Won-Jong Choi, Jinhyuk Lim, Inku Kang, Soonyong So, Duk Man Yu, Sang Jun Yoon, Sungjun Kim, Young Min Jang, Hong Suk Kang, Keun-Hwan Oh
{"title":"Enhanced performance and durability of sealing gasket for polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells and water electrolyzer by C–C coupling of functionalized 2D boron nitride nanoflakes","authors":"Won-Jong Choi, Jinhyuk Lim, Inku Kang, Soonyong So, Duk Man Yu, Sang Jun Yoon, Sungjun Kim, Young Min Jang, Hong Suk Kang, Keun-Hwan Oh","doi":"10.1007/s42114-025-01449-0","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-025-01449-0","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>A novel straightforward method is introduced for the non-covalent functionalization of boron nitride nanoflakes (BNNFs) using 1-pyrenemethyl methacrylate (1-PMA) as both nanofiller and crosslinking agent for applications in polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells and PEM water electrolyzers. By leveraging boron nitride’s mechanical strength and gas barrier properties, remarkable improvements are achieved in Young’s modulus (32.1% and 96.6% increases for cBN-EPDM and cBN-PDMS, respectively) and reduced hydrogen permeability (55.7% and 42.7% reductions for cBN-EPDM and cBN-PDMS) with addition of just 0.5 wt% to commercial gasket materials such as EPDM rubber and silicone polymer. Furthermore, the inclusion of 1-PMA enables a high crosslinking density (17.1% and 3.4% increase for cBN-EPDM and cBN-PDMS, respectively), leading to nanocomposites with exceptional chemical durability in both acidic (6.6% and 0.2% loss for cBN-EPDM and cBN-PDMS, respectively) and alkaline (3.8% and 2.1% loss for cBN-EPDM and cBN-PDMS, respectively) environments, as well as enhanced thermal stability. PEMFC, PEMWE, and AEMWE performances are evaluated by comparing with commercial alternatives, demonstrating comparable or superior performance. This study offers a viable strategy for enhancing the performance and durability of materials used in fuel cells and water electrolyzers by optimizing the functionalization of 2D BNNFs and maintaining their inherent properties.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":21.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-025-01449-0.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145210749","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Anju P. Veedu, Balasundar Kannan, Akhila Maheswari Mohan, Prabhakaran Deivasigamani
{"title":"Chromatic ion-receptor decorated UiO-66 MOF and porous hybrid polymer monolithic scaffolds as reusable solid-state opto-sensors for selective capturing of ultra-trace Pb2+ from aqueous samples","authors":"Anju P. Veedu, Balasundar Kannan, Akhila Maheswari Mohan, Prabhakaran Deivasigamani","doi":"10.1007/s42114-025-01440-9","DOIUrl":"10.1007/s42114-025-01440-9","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This work demonstrates a methodological approach to fabricating renewable naked-eye opto-sensors using homogeneously decorated receptor molecules across structurally engineered organic–inorganic hybrid porous materials for the selective detection of ultra-trace Pb<sup>2+</sup> in environmental and commercial samples. A unique chromoionophoric molecular receptor probe, i.e., (E)-1-(benzo[d]thiazol-2-yldiazenyl)naphthalen-2-ol (BTDN), has been indigenously synthesized for the solid-state sensor fabrication by directly immobilizing the BTDN probe onto structurally engineered microporous UiO-66 metal–organic framework (MOF) and mesoporous/macroporous long-range framework of poly(3-(trimethoxysilyl)propyl methacrylate-<i>co</i>-trimethylolpropane triacrylate), i.e., poly(TMSPMA-<i>co</i>-TMPTA) monolithic scaffolds. The intriguing structural properties of host templates enhanced the probe immobilization efficacy and the resulting colorimetric transitions during Pb<sup>2+</sup> sensing. The surface topography and structural morphology of the porous scaffolds/templates and sensors have been characterized by scanning/transmission electron microscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, surface area/pore volume analysis, X-ray diffraction, infrared spectroscopy, thermogravimetry, and UV–visible diffuse reflectance spectroscopy. The target-specific responsiveness for Pb<sup>2+</sup> is achieved by optimizing numerous analytical parameters to ensure a reliable/reproducible optical/signal response, with a concentration-dependent color transition from apricot to vivid claret during ultra-trace Pb<sup>2+</sup> sensing. The BTDN@poly(TMSPMA-<i>co</i>-TMPTA) and BTDN@UiO-66 sensors exhibit a Linear response range of 0.1–200 µg/L for Pb<sup>2+</sup>, with a detection Limit of 0.14 and 0.27 µg/L and a quantification Limit of 0.48 and 0.90 µg/L, respectively. The solid-state sensors are simple, eco-friendly, portable, and mass-scalable for water quality assessments and real-time monitoring and recovery of toxic pollutants from environmental/anthropogenic wastewater samples.</p><h3>Graphical Abstract</h3>\u0000<div><figure><div><div><picture><source><img></source></picture></div></div></figure></div></div>","PeriodicalId":7220,"journal":{"name":"Advanced Composites and Hybrid Materials","volume":"8 5","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":21.8,"publicationDate":"2025-10-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://link.springer.com/content/pdf/10.1007/s42114-025-01440-9.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145210828","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"材料科学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}