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Development and fabrication of a sustainable and recyclable COF-366-LP@Cu modified SPE electrode for the enantioselective electro-carboxylation of 1-phenylethan-1-ols to synthesize (S)-2-phenylpropanoic acid derivatives under mild reaction conditions

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04770F, Paper

Qutaiba A. Qasim, Mosleh Mohammad Abomughaid, Essam Frahat Abou-Sawan, Mahzuna Nasretdinova, Yuldash Takhirov, Elyor Berdimurodov, Khasan Berdimuradov, Rasulbek Eshmetov, Ibrahim K. Alsulami, Raouf Hassan, Abdulrahman A. Almehizia
This study presents a novel electrocatalytic system using COF-366 modified with L-proline and coated with Cu to efficiently convert CO₂ into phenylpropanoic acid derivatives under mild conditions, achieving 90–97% yields in 1 hour.
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Tuning the photocatalytic activity of Ti-based LDHs using divalent cations for enhanced tetracycline hydrochloride degradation

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00047A, Paper

Xiangtai Zhang, Tao Feng, Si Wu, Tingpeng Chen, Yuqi Tang, Yu Shi
This study investigates the structural design and photocatalytic mechanism of MTi–LDHs, providing insights for their application in the photocatalytic degradation of TCH.
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An o-carborane-based naphthalene macrocyclic arene: dual-state emission and C60 recognition

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00521G, Paper

Wenlong Chen, Shuai Yuan, Caixia Lin, Yaofeng Yuan
An o-carborane-based naphthalene macrocyclic arene was synthesized and exhibits unusual photoluminescence properties, including dual-state emission and AIE behavior, together with a pronounced fluorescence quenching response toward C₆₀.
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Ion-Etching-Induced Defect Engineering toward Porous Fe-N-C Catalysts for Efficient Oxygen Reduction Reaction

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00579A, Paper

Yong Yang, Kun-Zu Yang, Ling Jia, Hao-Ning Zhu, Wen-Quan Yuan, Ping-Jie Wei, Chao Xu, Jin-Gang Liu
Fe-N-C catalysts are considered as the most promising candidates to replace Pt-based materials for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) in energy conversion devices. Defect engineering is a facile and effective...
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Metal decorated carbon-doped BN fullerenes as highly efficient materials to solid-state hydrogen storage: Insights from DFT calculations

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04787K, Paper

Qamar Abuhassan, Luma Hussain Saleh, G. Padmapriya, Subhashree Ray, Amrita Pal, Renu Sharma, Arofat Inkhonova, Azam Zoyidov, Saodatkhon Ibragimova, Varagunapandiyan Natarajan, Saiful Islam
This research investigates the potential of Li- and Sc-decorated carbon-doped B12N12 nanocages for reversible hydrogen storage, utilizing density functional theory calculations. The introduction of carbon at boron or nitrogen sites...
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Novel nitrogen self-doped hydrochar from Siam weed (Chromolaena odorata L.) leaves for highly efficient removal of crystal violet from water

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00088F, Paper

Ria Ervilita, Muhammad Zulfajri, Muhammad Adlim, Sri Sudewi, Sri Ismulyati, Genin Gary Huang
The production of NSD-HC via hydrothermal carbonization and KOH treatment, followed by its application as an adsorbent for crystal violet removal from water.
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Tuning Hydrazine Reduction Parameters to Engineer Porous rGO Hydrogel Electrodes for High-Performance Supercapacitors

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04818D, Paper

Shristi Sahu, Arya Chandran, Sudhakaran M.S.P, Smita Mohanty, Saravanakumar Balasubramaniam
Graphene-based hydrogels are promising candidates for high-performance supercapacitor electrodes due to their 3D porous structure and large accessible surface area. In this study, reduced graphene oxide (rGO) hydrogels were synthesized...
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Enhanced linear range glucose biosensor based on a prussian blue/glucose oxidase composite with a tailored polyurethane diffusion-limiting membrane

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00527F, Paper

Xia Liu, Lu Liu, Yu Tang, Hongying Liu, Xitian Pi
Developing robust enzymatic glucose sensors with optimized performance is critical for advancing diabetes diagnostics and continuous glucose monitoring (CGM). This work presents a high-performance glucose sensor featuring a multilayer composite...
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Zr0.05Ti0.95O2-functionalized porous SiO2/glass fiber composite filter-papers for efficient PM2.5 capture and photocatalytic toluene degradation

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00443A, Paper

Wenqing Feng, Jingyue Bi, Haoyu Zhang, Ning Wang, Lin Fan, Yichao Ling, Haojie Lan, Xu Qiao, Zhaoyang Fei
Fine particulate matter (PM_2.5) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are major indoor air pollutants, calling for purification materials that can simultaneously filter PM_2.5 and remove VOCs.
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Dual-ligand engineering of Ti-Based MOFs for efficient piezo-photocatalytic overall water splitting

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00561F, Paper

Xiao-jie Jiang, Yu-tong Zhu, Chao Li, Guang-Yu Pan, Mei-Ling Xu, Jian Jia, Xin Cheng, Kui Li
Driven by the global goal of carbon neutrality, solar-driven photocatalytic overall water splitting provides a critical pathway for directly converting light energy into storable green hydrogen. However, solar to hydrogen...
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The Development of a TNTs@MPDA@MnO 2 /CG Composite Hydrogel: Synergistic Multi-Enzymatic Activities and Photothermal Effect for Enhanced Diabetic Wound Repair

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04582G, Paper

Liang Xu, Jingyi Hu, Zhaoxiang Tang, Deping Tang, Fukang Geng, Wenjing Zhao, Caihong Tao
Diabetic chronic wounds, represent a major clinical challenge due to their high prevalence, impaired healing capacity, and elevated risk of amputation. The core pathology involves persistent bacterial infection and excessive...
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Multi-functional applications of a metal-free viologen supramolecular compound: UV detection, amine sensing, and ink-free printing

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00792A, Paper

Li Li, Chun-Jie Liu, Hang-Hang Guo, Ning-Ning Zhang, Hong-Li Wang
Metal-free viologen-based supramolecular compounds exhibiting rapid photochromic properties and their applications in ultraviolet detection, amine sensing, and information storage.
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Lewis-acidic Zr single-atom nanozyme with room-temperature glycosidase-like activity for cellulosic biomass degradation

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00167J, Paper

Wenhua Zheng, Fanxiang Meng, Licong Zhao, Fanye Zhang, Ning Sui
Atomically dispersed Zr–N₄ Lewis acid sites enable ambient β-1,4-glycosidic bond hydrolysis by polarizing the bond and lowering the activation barrier, offering a single-atom nanozyme for cellulosic biomass degradation.
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Photothermal synergy over TiO2–Co3O4 p–n heterojunctions with oxygen vacancies for efficient catalytic removal of toluene

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00354K, Paper

Jianbo Chen, Zhaoyang Fan, Bingsen Wang, Yingtong Yuan, Xiaoyang Xu, Xiangjing Zhang
Photothermal catalysis, which integrates the benefits of photocatalysis and thermal catalysis, offers a promising strategy for the reduction of volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
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Pressure-induced enhancement of proton conduction across MOF grain boundaries

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ05001D, Paper

Manni Li, Dongyang Han, Lei Wu, Yian Shi, Kun Zhang
The proton exchange membrane is the core of a fuel cell, with its performance limited by proton transport efficiency.
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Various white MOF-based cryogels for passive daytime radiative cooling

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00541A, Paper

Haotian Gao, Xiao-Min Li, Huan Wu, Junkuo Gao
A series of MOF-based cryogels have been synthesized through a freeze-drying method, which exhibit high solar reflectivity and high MIR emissivity due to their abundant pore structures and chemical bonds.
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Fe3O4 magnetic core–shell nanoparticles – a new type of antibacterial material with both cell membrane targeting and synergistic photothermal-antibiotic effects

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00254D, Paper

Yiting Geng, Yiwei Wang, Qingyu Meng, Ningbo Huang, Shan Huang, Xiaojun Chen
Conventional antimicrobial strategies relying on multiple antibiotics are becoming increasingly ineffective against drug-resistant strains, highlighting the urgent need for non-antibiotic-dependent therapeutic approaches.
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Green and efficient regeneration of spent lithium batteries through directional leaching of valuable metals and gradient impurity separation

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00610H, Paper

Yuan Jin, Jinxia Yao, Sixuan Xiang, Guangli Li
Closed-loop recycling of spent LIBs via carbothermal reduction + water leaching (88.5% Li), alkaline leaching (86.3% Al), reductive acid leaching (>97% Ni/Co/Mn), and gradient extraction (>99% impurities), achieving 95.2% total metal recovery.
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Closed-loop recycling: upcycling PET into MOFs for catalytic hydrogenolysis and high-purity monomer recovery

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04939C, Paper

Yu Gai, Jingwen Wang, Yue Long, Guo-ying Han, Huirong Ma, Gao Li, Chunmei Jia, Xiao Feng
Waste PET is upcycled into high-value hcp UiO-66 MOFs via a one-pot FA route; meanwhile, the hcp UiO-66 catalyzes PET hydrogenolysis to regenerate terephthalic acid (H₂BDC) monomers.
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The development of minoxidil-loaded calcium citrate nanoparticles

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04721H, Paper

Suchanya Charoensin, Wittawat Keawsongsaeng, Thitiporn Pattarakankul, Tanapat Palaga, Rojrit Rojanathanes
A scheme showing the synthesis of minoxidil-loaded calcium citrate nanoparticles, which are fluorescently labelled to demonstrate effective cellular uptake for alopecia treatment.
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Self-standing macroporous 3D scaffolds from silk sericin: fabrication, characterization, and in vitro bio-evaluation

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00175K, Paper

Keya Mondal, Sonia Agrawal, Anuya Nisal, Basudeb Mondal, Prakash Biswas, Sayam Sen Gupta
Three-dimensional (3D) scaffolds made of natural biopolymers that mimic the extracellular matrix provide a versatile platform for a wide range of biomedical applications.
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A bimetallic Cu-BHQT receptor for selective cysteine detection in extracellular environments via fluorescence quenching-recovery

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00482B, Paper

Sakthivel Vishnu Priya, Thavasilingam Nagendraraj, Jamespandi Annaraj
BHQT, a quinoline–hydrazine probe, forms a nonfluorescent complex with Cu²⁺ (1 : 2). Upon Cys addition, Cu²⁺ is displaced, restoring fluorescence. This reversible system enables selective and sensitive detection of Cys (LOD ∼419 µM) for biological and clinical analysis.
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A naphthalene-based and hydroxyamide-functionalized hybrid Schiff base and its dimeric and dinuclear Zn(II) complex: synthesis, structural and theoretical characterization, and optical, DPPH scavenging and in silico ADME properties

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00512H, Paper

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Özlem Güngör, Gaurav Jhaa, Savaş Kaya
A novel amido-Schiff base (2b) and dimeric zinc complex (3b) were obtained. They showed good ESIPT, ACQ and AIE behaviors in solution.
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Fluoride-Free Synthesis of Surface-Modulated MXene via Molten Salt Etching for High-Performance Sodium-Ion Batteries

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04191K, Paper

junru wu, Guoxu Ni, Qiuhong Cui
Conventional fluoride-based etching methods for MXene synthesis pose environmental hazards and introduce electrochemically inert terminal groups, which limit their performance in energy storage applications. Herein, a sustainable fluoride-free strategy is...
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Construction of environmentally durable, flame-retardant, and superhydrophobic melamine sponge functionalized with polydopamine and octadecyltrichlorosilane for efficient oil-water separation

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04933D, Paper

Teng Chen, Yunjiang Wo, Xin Li, Fei Yu, Wenwei Tang, Jie Yang, Jinhui Hou, Fayin Ju, Kai He, Ning Li, Zhaojian Gao
Special wetting materials have garnered significant interest for oil-water separation applications, owing to the different interfacial behaviors exhibited by oil and water. In this study, superhydrophobic coatings were successfully created...
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Engineering active sites at hydrotalcite-derived Cu-ZnO interaction for promoting CO2 hydrogenation to methanol

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00968A, Paper

Ying Yang, Peixiang Shi, Zhiqiang Yan, Zhaohui Liu, Yanchun Li, Hongyan Ban, Congming Li
The catalytic hydrogenation of CO2 to methanol presents a promising route for sustainable carbon utilization and neutrality, yet commercial Cu/ZnO/Al2O3 catalysts prepared by co-precipitation suffer from uneven metal dispersion and...
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A first-principles study on the structural, electronic, magnetic and optical properties of lithium zinc ferrite Li1−xZn2xFe5−xO8

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04137F, Paper

U-Song Jon, Un-Song Ri, Song-Chol Ri, Chol-Jin Ku, Chong-Suk Ri, Chol-Jun Yu
We studied the structural, electronic, magnetic, dielectric and optical properties of lithium–zinc ferrite solid solutions Li_1−xZn_2xFe_5−xO₈ (x = 0, 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, and 1) using first-principles calculations for potential optical device applications.
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One-dimensional CeO2 nanostructures from Ce-BTC MOFs as fluorescent probes for hexavalent chromium

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00517A, Paper

Samrudhi S. Gawade, Sneha V Koparde, Sonali P. Sadavar, Dhanshri A. Naik, Omkar S Nille, Samadhan Pawar, Govind B. Kolekar, Tukaram Dongale, Sagar Dadu Delekar, Pramod A. Koyale
Hexavalent chromium (Cr⁶⁺), a Group 1 carcinogen, poses a concern for contaminating aquatic systems due to its high solubility, mobility, and extreme toxicity, even at trace levels. While fluorescence-based detection...
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Enhanced Sensing of Acetone by Al-ZnO Synthesized using Microwave-Assisted Combustion

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04777C, Paper

Divyanshu Singh, Brajendra Singh, Shyam Lal Gupta
Detection of high-concentration acetone at low operating temperatures is crucial for the safety in industry. In this study, we have reported 242% acetone (500ppm) sensing by 5% Al-ZnO sample at...
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Nanostructured Fe2O3/SnOx Heterojunction Photocatalyst Fabricated by Co-Precipitation and Spin Coating for Efficient Photoelectrochemical Wastewater Treatment

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00104A, Paper

Narendra Pardhi, Hemant Tarkas, Dhruv Sharma, Priti Vairale, Sandesh R. Jadkar, Shashikant P. Patole, Habib M. Pathan
Pristine SnOₓ and Fe2O3/SnOₓ heterojunction thin films with varying Fe2O3 contents were synthesized using a simple spin-coating method for photoelectrochemical (PEC) water purification. The structural, optical, and PEC properties were...
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Screening antimonene-based single-atom catalysts for nitric oxide electroreduction to ammonia by density functional theory computations

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00683C, Paper

Qiuli Song, Zhenghaoyang Zhu, Yuejie Liu, Peng Wu, Jingxiang Zhao
Au/Sb exhibits the best NORR performance with the d-band center and charge transfer as key descriptors.
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Enhancing photocatalytic hydrogen peroxide production by doping a trace amount of azo-linked C3N5 into a g-C3N4 matrix

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00304D, Paper

Ramesh Mandal, Varshit Malla, Arpita Guchhait, Santanu Bhattacharyya
Azo-linked C₃N₅ in a g-C₃N₄ matrix can improve photo-induced charge separation, resulting in highly efficient photocatalytic H₂O₂ production.
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Ni nanoparticles decorated with carbon materials synthesized by a solid-state reaction for an efficient electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04673D, Paper

Yunshan Ding, Chao Yang, Xinqiang Xiao, Yu Hu, Liangzhe Chen, Wentao Tang, Youbing Zhang, Jing Ding, Jun Wang, Heng Ke
Ni nanoparticle and carbon material (Ni/C-m) composite electrocatalysts were successfully synthesized via a solid-state-reaction pyrolysis method. The as-obtained Ni/C-0.8 electrocatalyst exhibits excellent electrocatalytic HER performance.
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Highly efficient supported CeO2/HMOR bicomponent catalyst for the direct synthesis of diethyl carbonate from CO2 and ethanol assisted by triethyl orthoformate hydrolysis

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00493H, Paper

Yongle Guo, Dehao Shi, Wenjie Duan, Zhe Yang, Junying Tian
The direct synthesis of diethyl carbonate (DEC) from CO2 and ethanol represents an attractive and environmentally benign approach. However, it still faces significant challenges related to CO2 activation and thermodynamic...
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Enhancing the photothermal catalytic performance and stability of Ni–MOx–Al2O3 (M = Ce, Pr, and Y) for DRM: the role of rare earth elements

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00127K, Paper

Jiming Wang, Min Ji, Min Wang
Ce-doped Ni-based catalysts exhibited excellent photothermal catalytic performance in the DRM reaction.
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Correction: Synthesis of a transparent flame retardant for cotton fabric via a dual functionalization approach

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ90050J, Correction

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Ankita A. Kadam, Kshama D. Lokhande, Madhuri A. Bhakare, Kaustubh Kadam, Surajit Some
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Construction Inverse NiCoCeAl-LDO/Ni Catalyst for Effective CO 2 Methanation at Low Temperature

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ01015F, Paper

Bin Wang, Yanwei Cao, Shenghua Zhu, Fuchang Cheng, Jiahao Xu, Xiaoqian Ren, Jinhua Liang
Developing cost-effective CO 2 methanation catalysts that perform efficiently at low temperatures remains a significant challenge in enabling carbon-neutral energy cycles. Traditional catalysts often suffer from rapid deactivation due to...
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Water-addition timing switches MOF-808 formation in DES: Mechanistic insights from ab initio molecular dynamics and spectroscopic evidence

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00308G, Paper

Ruixue Zhang, Chen Fan, Jie Li, Ran Duan
Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) have recently emerged as a sustainable, biodegradable alternative to volatile organic solvents for metal–organic framework (MOF) fabrication. Here we address this knowledge gap by asking a...
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Boosting Electrocatalytic Durability and Full Water Splitting Efficiency of CoMoO4 via Strategic CeO2 decoration

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00359A, Paper

Tengfei Li, Zhirong Cao, Xiangdong Meng, Min Zhou, Yuxue Zhou
Fabricating hybrid electrocatalysts with optimized full water splitting performance is crucial for hydrogen generation by means of water electrolysis. In this investigation , a CoMoO4/CeO2-CP hybrid structure was engineered for alkaline water...
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Novel “turn on” fluorescent probe for endogenous peroxynitrite detection based on selective oxidation of nitrobenzoyl formate ester

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00010J, Paper

Wen Di, Jingyue Peng, Yuanhong Li, Jin Hui, Haijun Chi, Yuxin Guo, Gonghao Lu
An “off-on” fluorescence probe was designed for peroxynitrite detection. The fluorescence probe could be used as a naked-eye colorimetric sensor for peroxynitrite. It was useful for imaging exogenous and endogenous peroxynitrite in living cells.
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Novel triple-layer nanofibrous composite membranes with high gas selectivity for efficient blood oxygenation

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04883D, Paper

Hui Ye, Bofan An, Xuefen Wang
An integrated zwitterionized triple-layer Janus membrane combined high CO₂/O₂ selectivity with stable oxygenation and low plasma leakage. Reduced protein adsorption and platelet adhesion further supported its hemocompatibility in ECMO membranes.
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A neohesperidin dihydrochalcone–pyruvic acid deep eutectic solvent: a novel tyrosinase inhibitor for enhanced transdermal delivery

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04586J, Paper

Wenbo Li, Qin Wang, Shuxian Chen, Jingguo Yang, Liyong Du
A THEDES system improves solubility and stability and exerts synergistic bioactivities via a theoretical mechanism.
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Synthesis, structure, and catalytic- and bio-activity of some metal complexes and a coordination polymer featuring imidazo[1,5-a]pyridine and chromen[4,3-b]pyrrole-4-one

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00431H, Paper

Amlan Ranjan Rayasingh, Vadivelu Manivannan
The effect of ligands containing imidazo[1,5-a]pyridine and chromen[4,3-b]pyrrole-4-one frameworks on the structure, and catalytic- and bio-activity of their M(II) complexes (M = Ni, Pd, Pt, Cu) and that of a Cu(II) coordination polymer is discussed.
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Rational optimization of NiS–CoS composite nanoparticles via controlled co-precipitation for high-efficiency supercapacitors

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00100A, Paper

Andleeb Khanum, Sehrish Ajaib, Hafeez Ur Rehman, Saneela, Zeeshan Abbasi, Amir Waseem, Lotfi Ben Tahar, Faheem Shah, Ahson Jabbar Shaikh
The optimization of composite metal sulfides represents an effective strategy for enhancing supercapacitor performance.
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Exploring the influence of L-amino acid side chain variations on magnetite nanoparticles: a comprehensive investigation of formation dynamics and biological functionality

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04747A, Paper

Shivani Pandya, Noble George, Harjeet Singh, Rajashree Jotaniya
This research investigates the influence of L-amino acid side chain variations on iron oxide nanoparticles, focusing on their formation dynamics and biological functionalities.
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Theoretical investigation of the functional and photocatalytic properties of Li2TiX6 (X = Cl, Br, and I) double perovskites using density functional theory

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00263C, Paper

Lalrin Puia, Laltha Kimi, Angela Chinggelkim, R. Zosiamliana, Lalhum Hima, Celestine Lalengmawia, Lalrin Thara, Shivraj Gurung, Lalhriat Zuala
This study investigates the untapped potential of Li₂TiX₆ (X = Cl, Br, and I) as a high-efficiency photocatalyst using density functional theory (DFT) in the VASP framework.
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Visible-light-driven Co–Al LDH/g-C3N5 nanoarchitecture for dual pollutant degradation and sustainable H2O2 production with photoluminescence detection capability

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04998A, Paper

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Alaka Rath, Pratyush Kumar Sahu, Vibhav Shukla, Aslisha Champati, Kafeel Ahmad Siddiqui, Brundabana Naik
The development of efficient and sustainable photocatalysts for environmental remediation is of significant interest in addressing the rising concerns of pharmaceutical and dye contaminants in aquatic systems.
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Biopolymer-based N-doped carbonaceous bifunctional material for phenol removal: synergistic performance of adsorption and catalytic degradation

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04897D, Paper

Mahmoud Al-Hussein, Saida Abu Mallouh, Maram J. Issa, Frank Simon, petra Uhlmann, Asma Eskhan
The development of nontoxic, thermally and mechanically stable, efficient, metal-free carbonaceous materials has gained significant attention owing to their promising applications in adsorption and catalytic removal of organic pollutants. This...
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Fe,Cu/His bimetallic nanozyme with enhanced peroxidase-like activity for colorimetric detection of glucose

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00486E, Paper

Dongling Meng, Zhiyan Chen, Zhibin Chen, Junrao Cen, Chengwei Lin, Yaling Yang
Fe,Cu/His bimetallic nanozyme with superior peroxidase-like activity realizes cascade colorimetric glucose detection, offering 5–1000 µM linear range and 1.44 µM, LOD for tobacco sample analysis.
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First-Principles Screening of TM@C4N4 Single-Atom Catalysts for Lithium-Sulfur Batteries

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00144K, Paper

Pengwu Wang, Pengbo Lyu
Single-atom catalysts (SACs) can regulate both polysulfide adsorption and sulfur-conversion kinetics in lithium-sulfur batteries, yet their structure-function relationships remain insufficiently compared at the atomic level. Here, a first-principles screening of...
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Engineering flame-retardancy in water-based adhesives: a structure–performance driven approach for enhanced safety and functionality

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00742B, Paper

Pranay Tambe, Ankita A. Kadam, Kaustubh M. Kadam, Kartiki L. Bhosale, Navin D. Satardekar, Akash Damshet, Surajit Some
Multifunctional adhesive integrating TS (tannic acid–SHMP complex) into PAH (PVA–Al(OH)₃ matrix) shows high dry/wet adhesion and enhanced fire safety, suitable for safety-critical applications.
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Engineering the active phase in Ni-BDC via Cr doping and electrochemical reconstruction for efficient methanol oxidation

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00442C, Paper

Haoshan Hong, Qianqian Zhong, Haonan Li, Qijing Bu, Qingyun Liu
The incorporation of Cr promotes the transformation of CrNi-BDC into NiOOH after electrochemical reconstruction, which enhances the adsorption capacity of OH⁻. Therefore, R-CrNi-BDC exhibits exceptional MOR performance and excellent stability.
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PVP-regulated synthesis of Ni–Fe alloy nanoparticles anchored on N-doped graphene: enhanced kinetics and stability for ammonia borane hydrolysis

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00277C, Paper

Yaling Zeng, Yuqian Ma, Yang Li, Zhendong Ouyang, Guanghua Cai, Xiaofei Li, Yunxiao Wen, Jian Yang, Ximei Fan
Ultrafine Ni–Fe alloy nanoparticles anchored on N-doped graphene exhibit superior catalytic activity for ammonia borane hydrolysis via strong metal-support interactions, promoting hydrogen release.
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An innovative green electrode architecture employing ON–OFF fluorescence signaling proposed to enhance the adsorption and controlled release of Ag and Pb ions to improve the reaction efficiency and minimize metal loss in the electro-click triazole named reaction

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04955E, Paper

Dilafruz Kholmurodova, Amer Alhaj Zen, Zaman Abdalhussein Ibadi Alaridhee, Sadridin Eshkaraev, Rasulbek Jumyazovich Eshmetov, Dushamov Dilshod Azadovich, Elyor Berdimurodov, Khasan Berdimuradov, Salokhiddin Yunusov, Ibrahim K. Alsulami, Raouf Hassan, Abdulrahman A. Almehizia
GO-supported ATPB@Ag/Pb electrocatalyst enables efficient triazole synthesis with switchable fluorescence, pH-controlled metal release/recovery, high reusability (12 cycles), and minimized metal leaching for sustainable electro-organic reactions.
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MOF-derived Mn/Al sulfide electrocatalysts enabling high-faradaic-efficiency water oxidation

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00363J, Paper

Krishnendu M. Nair, Selvadharshini K. , Selvaraju Thangavelu
Green hydrogen generation through electrocatalytic water splitting represents a significant tool for harnessing renewable energy. The progression of highly stable and efficient noble metal-free dual-functional electrocatalysts is crucial for extensive...
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In situ synthesis of zeolite FeZSM-5 derived from coal gangue for phenol degradation

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00262E, Paper

Hongze Zhang, Shanfang Liu, Xiaoxia Ma, Dapeng Zhang, Yun Li, Jilin Cao
Thermally activated coal gangue was used as the sole silica-alumina precursor for one-step in situ hydrothermal synthesis of zeolite FeZSM-5, enabling direct valorization of solid waste into a high-performance catalyst.
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An ortho-phenylenediamine-Pd hybrid on magnetic γ-Fe2O3 for efficient hydrogen evolution catalysis

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00400H, Paper

Roohollah Ahmadi, Mehdi Hatefi Ardakani, Mohammad Sabet, Esmaeil Heydari
The integration of γ-Fe₂O₃ nanoparticles, an OPD-derived organic interlayer, and coordinated Pd species produced a synergistic system with enhanced electron transfer capability, increased active-site exposure, and improved stability for the HER.
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Practical and scalable synthesis of curculigoside A and its structural analogues as natural drug candidates

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00662K, Paper

Ivan A. Doroshenko, Nina A. Penner, Sergey D. Razdoburdin, David L. Avetyan, Andrey Shatskiy, Markus D. Kärkäs, Elena V. Stepanova
Curculigosides are a class of natural phenolic glycosides of high therapeutic potential; however, they are currently only accessible through biomass extraction. Here, we report a practical and scalable synthetic route to these compounds.
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Photostability of CdSe quantum dots under visible light irradiation: effects of surface ligands, solvents, and BHT antioxidant

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00713A, Paper

Zijian Wang, Shuang Gao, Shihao Xu, Liang Sun, Yudong Liu, Jinlong Zhang, Baozhu Tian
Compared with TBP and MPA, SA capping more effectively improves the photostability of CdSe QDs. Furthermore, the synergistic use of SA ligand, n-hexane solvent, and BHT antioxidant endows CdSe QDs with the best photostability.
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ZIF-67 derived CoNiP-N-C as an efficient catalyst for water splitting

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00563B, Paper

Haoqi Zhan, Chunyu Yu, Shichen Wang, Zhibin Han, Yanjia Si, Yipeng Sun, Lingfeng Gao, Xu Sun
Green synthesis of CoNiP-N-C via phytic acid-assisted phosphorylation affords superior alkaline water splitting, with 10 mA cm⁻² achieved at 170 mV (HER), 350 mV (OER), and 1.69 V for overall water splitting.
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A novel coumarin/quinolinium-based fluorescent probe for the detection and bioimaging of intracellular biothiols

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00211K, Paper

Dong-Shuai Shang, Ming-Zhu Shao, Sheng-Shuo Xiao, Yun-Bo Wei, Xin-Yu Zhou, Ya-Nan Jin, Li-Ya Xin, Yu Liu, Zhong-Long Zhou, Chang-Sheng Xu, Cheng-Shi Jiang, Ning Meng, Kai-Ming Wang
A novel fluorescent probe SDS-Bio enables rapid and sensitive biothiol detection and imaging in live cells and ferroptosis.
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High-performance framework-integrated Ni(OH)2 anodes for membraneless decoupled water splitting

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00224B, Paper

Tao Zhou, Kunlang Lu, Tao Li, Rui Xiao
Decoupled water splitting offers a safe and efficient route for hydrogen production.
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Efficient proton conduction of a cerium(IV) metal–organic framework built using 3,5-pyrazoledicarboxylic acid

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ05012J, Paper

Wanyao Chen, Qi Zhuang, Jiajun Li, Gang Li
A Ce(IV)-based MOF constructed with 3,5-pyrazoledicarboxylic acid achieves high humidity-dependent proton conductivity via a vehicle mechanism, offering a tunable platform for efficient proton transport.
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Design and evaluation of a Bi2O3/g-C3N4/NiMnO3 composite for dye degradation under simulated solar light and charge storage

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00220J, Paper

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Rasmirekha Pattanaik, Rishabh Kamal, Debapriya Pradhan, Suresh Kumar Dash
A ternary photocatalyst, Bi₂O₃/g-C₃N₄/NiMnO₃, was synthesized via simple calcination, where NiMnO₃ incorporation into the Bi₂O₃/g-C₃N₄ matrix formed a dual S-scheme heterojunction with g-C₃N₄ acting as an electron mediator between Bi₂O₃ and NiMnO₃.
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Environment-responsive micellization and functional behavior of cetylpyridinium chloride in applied systems: a comprehensive review

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00445H, Perspective

Shraddhanjali Nayak, Monalisa Mohapatra
Graphical representation of micellization behaviour of CPC in various systems and in the presence of external additives.
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A MoCxNy heterostructure derived from a polyoxometalate hybrid for hydrogen transfer cascade coupling of nitroarenes and alcohols

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ05020K, Paper

Zhe Wang, Wenrui Zhao, Zhouyang Long, Tengfei Niu, Pingbo Zhang, Mingming Fan, Yan Leng
MoC_xN_y@SiCN enables a highly atom-economic hydrogen transfer cascade with high activity and selectivity.
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Enhanced viral inactivation by photodynamic therapy using curcumin and methylene blue: An in vitro study with bacteriophage as a viral model

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ02994E, Paper

Alejandro Miñán, Natalia Mayumi Inada, Juliana Ferreira Strixino, Layla Farage Martins, Aline Maria da Silva, Vanderlei S. Bagnato
The global spread of SARS-CoV-2 highlighted the urgent need for broad-spectrum antiviral strategies. One promising approach is antimicrobial photodynamic therapy (aPDT), which, in the presence of oxygen, suitable photosensitizers and...
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Transmetalated synthesis of homodinuclear MnII and CoII complexes containing Robson type macrocyclic ligands: crystal structure, magnetic investigation and DFT calculations

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04703J, Paper

Abhishek Pramanik, Samit Majumder, Susanta Hazra, Sasankasekhar Mohanta
This work presents the syntheses (through aerobic transmetalation reactions), crystal structures, magnetic properties and density functional theoretical (DFT) calculations of a dimanganese(II) compound, [MnII2L1Cl2] (1), and a dicobalt(II) compound, [CoII2L2(CH3OH)(H2O)(Cl)](NO3)...
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In situ grown AuNPs on MXene/rice husk biochar nanocomposites for high-performance electrochemical sensing of acetaminophen

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04000K, Paper

Yuyi Xia, Zhongshu Duan, Xiangrong Zeng, Tao Chen, Zesen Huang, Xia Gong, Yangping Wen, Guixia Tan, Mingfang Li
This work pioneers a sustainable sensing strategy by transforming rice husk waste into a high-value electrode material, offering a robust, precise, and eco-friendly approach for APAP quantification in pharmaceutical and clinical applications.
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Photocatalytic activation of persulfate by a TiO2/ZnFe2O4 Z heterojunction photocatalyst for efficient degradation of tetracycline hydrochloride

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00065G, Paper

Pengyu Sun, Tong Gao, hailiang Ma, Yao Liu, Jiangtao Fan, Yuanqing Luo, Linnan Zhang, Tiantian Yang
The treatment of antibiotic wastewater is one of the urgent environmental problems, and photocatalysis technology has become an ideal choice for the treatment of antibiotic wastewater by virtue of its...
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Micellar-Colloidal Iron Oxyhydroxide-Integrated Hybrid-Composites Photocatalysts for Orthogonal Rhodium/Cobalt-Mediated NAD⁺/NADH Cycling and Mediator-Free Boronic Acid Hydroxylation

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04983K, Paper

Shaifali Mishra, Rajesh K. Yadav, Chandani Singh, Rehana Shahin, Kanchan Sharma, Vinay K. Mishra, Surendra K. Jaiswal, Sandeep Chaudhary, Tanmoy Tantra, Jin-Ook Baeg
The development of visible-light-driven photocatalysts that enable sustainable cofactor regeneration and concurrent organic transformations remains a significant challenge. We report iron oxyhydroxide-integrated composite frameworks; Btc/M and Btc/M-FeOOH, synthesized via a...
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Defective NH₂-UiO-66 for Efficient Adsorption of Anionic Dye

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00181E, Paper

Ruiming Zhao, Lingling Li, Yongqing Wang
The development of high-performance adsorbents for the efficient removal of anionic dyes from wastewater remains a critical challenge. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), especially amino-functionalized NH₂-UiO-66, are promising candidates for this application,...
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Photo-induced tandem cyclization of alkynes with sodium sulfinates to access sulfonated exocyclic alkenes

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00474A, Paper

Jiefang Xu, Haoqun Fan, Feng Cao, Xiao-hu Yang , Chunyan Huang
A novel visible-light-induced sulfonylation/cyclization of alkynes was developed, without transition metal catalysis and photocatalyst. This is the first reported work on constructing sulfone-containing exocyclic alkenes via sulfonyl radical-initiated cyclization of...
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Enhanced biophysical, electrochemical and computational recognition of cancer-relevant G-quadruplex DNA by ferrocenyl curcumin Schiff base motifs

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00053C, Paper

Padma Sharma, Niki Sweta Jha, Anupama Rai, Suresh Tiwari, Ranga Subramanium
G-quadruplex DNA structures located in promoter and telomeric regions play critical roles in gene regulation and cancer progression, making them attractive targets for small-molecule intervention.
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γ-Graphyne modulated g-C3N4 nanostructures for boosted photocatalytic ammonia production

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04837K, Paper

Dongmeng Wang, Xiaoqing Ma, Qiaodan Li, Xinyao Tian, Jilei Si, Jiahao Wu, Liang Zhao, Zheyu Lian, Mauricio A. Melo
Photocatalytic nitrogen reduction is a promising route for sustainable ammonia production, yet its efficiency remains limited by poor charge separation and sluggish N2 activation. Herein, two-dimensional g-C3N4 nanosheet/γ-graphyne (CNNS/GY) heterostructure...
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A CZS-decorated Al-MOF S-scheme heterojunction for concurrently photocatalytic generating H2 and Methylene Blue degradation under visible-light

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00817H, Paper

Shujun Zhou, Tianyuan Zhang, Liping Wang, Zhijuan Wang, Hongjin Chen, Yingchun Miao
Photocatalytic hydrogen production coupled with the degradation of dye wastewater is deemed a promising strategy to overcome the challenges of both the energy crisis and water pollution. Herein, a novel...
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A 1D/2D S-scheme graphitic carbon nitride homojunction for enhancing photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04916D, Paper

Lu Zhao, Chao Li, Zixia Jia, Shan Yang, Shufen Wang, Wei Wang
Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C₃N₄) is a promising photocatalyst for visible-light-driven hydrogen evolution, yet its activity is limited by rapid charge recombination, low surface area, and insufficient light absorption.
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Carboxyl-functionalized poly(arylene ether sulfone)-terbium(III) coordination polymer-based fluorescent fibrous membrane for highly sensitive detection of Cr(VI) ions

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00405A, Paper

Yi Li, Wanting Zhong, Guanghui Fu, Zipeng Liu, Tianhao Yan, Xiao Wang, Hailong Tang
Hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)), a widely utilized yet highly toxic industrial heavy metal, frequently contaminants industrial wastewater, thereby posing significant risks to ecosystems and human health. Therefore, the development of a...
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Valorizing coal gasification fine slag through a ‘division of labor’ mechanism for sustainable soil remediation

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04885K, Paper

Gang Yuan, Yujie Dai, Ningning Li, Facun Jiao, Hanxu Li, Chengli Wu
Coal gasification fine slag remediates soil via a ‘division of labor’ mechanism. Aluminosilicate spheres and carbon/iron structures selectively immobilize Cd and Pb, respectively, realizing waste-to-resource valorization.
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Catalyst-free direct C–H selenoxylation of (hetero)arenes

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00684A, Communication

Yikun Yue, Yixin Zhang, Weijie Li, Zhande Lu, Yiyang Jin, Botao Hu, Lu Yang
Herein, a catalyst-free direct C–H selenoxylation of electron-rich (hetero)arenes using seleninic acids as selenoxylation precursors, is reported. This simple and efficient protocol produces water as the only byproduct.
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Construction of a controllable self-assembled dual-mode Al3+ sensor based on substituent effects of flavonoids

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00483K, Paper

Ping Yang, Wen Liu, Yuanlin Zhang, Haoyuan Lv, Kuiliang Li, Duoduo Hu
A rational substituent-engineering strategy affords amphiphilic flavonoid sensors BCN and BBCN for Al³⁺, enabling ordered self-assembly, controllable excited-state processes, and highly sensitive dual-mode absorbance-fluorescence detection.
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Electrochemical analysis of acetaminophen in commercial tablets using bimetallic FeP/NiP nanosheets

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00552G, Paper

Wenting Tong, Zhichao Ma, Wenjing Cao, Zhuli Zhang, Ming Li, Ming Wei, Wenbo Lu
This work introduces bimetallic transition metal phosphide (FeP/NiP) nanosheets as a novel sensing platform, achieving highly sensitive and rapid detection of acetaminophen for pharmaceutical and environmental analysis.
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Crystallographic, topological, antidiabetic, and docking evaluation of an azo-enamine ligand and its triphenyltin(IV) coordination polymer

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ03575A, Paper

Anisha Das, Debabrata Nama, Chinmoy Majumder, Subhadip Roy, S. Sureshkumar Singh, Alka Sandham, Salam Pradeep Singh, Manojit Roy, Tarun Kumar Misra
Structural and topological studies confirmed the azo-enamine form of H₃L and its polymeric triphenyltin(IV) complex. Biological evaluation revealed that H₃L shows potent α-glucosidase inhibition.
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Unveiling the highly selective time-dependent colorimetric response of an 8-hydroxyquinoline- and indolinium-conjugated donor–π–acceptor (D–π–A) hybrid for the detection of copper(II) ions

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00058D, Paper

G. Durga Prasad, Tadepalli Sanjeevakumar, Venkatachalam Rajeshkumar, Ashok K. Sundramoorthy, Surendra H. Mahadevegowda
A novel indolinium–8-hydroxyquinoline-based donor–π–acceptor colorimetric chemosensor, IQS, was synthesized and its time-dependent colorimetric response for the selective detection of Cu²⁺ ions was systematically investigated.
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Injectable self-healing hydrogels based on cation-π interactions under physiological pH conditions

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00196C, Paper

Zhiwen Huang, Xiaorong Jing, Chuangyuan He, Xi Lu, Bin Yan
The development of self-healing hydrogels through dynamic covalent or non-covalent interactions has been extensively investigated in biomaterials research, as such materials can significantly extend their functional lifespan while enhancing safety...
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Novel insights from an atomic-scale study of defects leading to enhanced magnetization in CoFeCrAl

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00281A, Paper

Ravi Kumar Yadav, R. Govindaraj, V. Srihari
Novel insights into the local structural ordering/disordering at the atomic scale in CoFeCrAl, which might have significant implications for the magnetic exchange interactions and hence spintronic applications, have been deduced in the present study.
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Novel Palmatine Hydrochloride-Phenolic Acid Cocrystals: Effects of Different Phenolic Acids on Hygroscopicity Improvement and Antibacterial Activity Enhancement

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04579G, Paper

Xin-Ru Zhu, Ze Li, Dan Sun, Roudaina Elmidaoui, Meng-Xuan Dai, Zhilong Zhao, Xiang-Zhu Chen, Jiang Fei, Lu Liu
To address the problematic hygroscopicity of palmatine chloride (PCl), a pharmaceutically relevant alkaloid, three novel heteromolecular cocrystals of PCl with phenolic acids (ferulic acid [FA], vanillic acid [VA], syringic acid...
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Al doping-induced electron delocalization of Co3O4 boosting efficient peracetic acid activation for water decontamination

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00048G, Paper

Quan Wang, Hao Chen, Zhaodi Zhang, Jiaxuan Wei, Wenjun Gao, Boqing Zhang, Sha Yu, Yuanzhen Zhou
Al-doped Co₃O₄ serves as an efficient electron donor for PAA activation via vacancy-promoted electron delocalization.
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Hierarchical holey reduced graphene oxide-carbon quantum dot hybrid conductive additive enabling high-rate and long-cycle LiFePO4 cathodes

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00139D, Paper

Ben Liang, Junhong Lu, Yanlin Zhang, Haoyang Jiang, Meiling Ji, Chunfeng Shi, Dafang He, Guangyu He
LiFePO4 has been widely commercialized due to its long cycle life, excellent safety performance, and high operating voltage. However, its low electronic conductivity (10^-9-10^-10 S cm^-1) and slow lithium-ion diffusion...
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A localized catalytic hairpin assembly-based DNA tetrahedral sensor for sensitive and rapid miRNA detection in living cells

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00672H, Paper

Chunhui Zhao, Shenzhi Lai, Jiao He, Yuexiang Sun, Haoxiao Wang, Feng Chen, Chunyan Chen, Hang Gong, Changqun Cai
A localized catalytic hairpin assembly-based DNA tetrahedral sensor was proposed to achieve rapid and sensitive imaging of miRNA-10b.
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Mn(II)-doped zero-dimensional hybrid Cd bromide with efficient green emission

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00543H, Paper

Jinwei Li, Yuling Jin, Zhihuang Xu, Liwang Ye, Diwei Wu, Kailun Yan, Xinxin Zhuang
A novel zero-dimensional Mn²⁺-doped cadmium-based organic–inorganic metal halide, Mn:HEP-Cd, exhibits efficient green emission.
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Effect of dimerization on nucleic acid binding and sensing of a styryl-quinolinium molecular rotor: spectroscopic insights into aggregation

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04677G, Paper

Preethi Parameswaran, Ankita Kumari, Ratnesh Tiwari, Sachin Metangle, Nihar Ranjan
In pursuit of a more detailed understanding of the interaction mechanism between styryl dyes and G-quadruplex DNA, three different bis(styryl)quinolinium dyes were synthesized.
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Effect of Mo doping on electrochemical Performance of Li(Ni 0.6 Mn 0.4 ) 1-x Mo x O 2 cathodes

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00038J, Paper

Xingbo Qi, Lei Ni, Ziyan He, Xu Sun, Hejie Lu, Haiqiang Li, Ruixi Meng, Maosen Fu, Xiao Ma
Cobalt-free, nickel-rich layered oxide cathode material LiNixMn1-xO2 (NM) has attracted much attention due to its high specific capacity and low cost. However, cobalt-free cathode materials have more serious problems such...
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High-Efficient hydrogenation reduction of Nitrate to Ammonia and Nitrogen via Ni-MOF-74 Reduced-Derived Ni-Based Catalyst

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00427J, Paper

Ling-Feng Zou, Zi-Sheng Chao, Tao Xiang, Fen Wu, Mou-Huan Song, Jia-Ao Xia, Li An
The design of highly efficient catalysts is important in developing sustainable energy conversion techniques. The nickel-based MOF-derived catalysts are a class of materials synthesized by transforming metal organic frameworks containing...
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Stereoselective One-Pot Synthesis of Spiro-Indenoquinoxaline-Pyrrolidine Hybrids: Structural Elucidation and Biological Evaluation

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00925E, Paper

Sivakumar Shanmugam, Rameshbabu Ajaydev, Wilson Joy, Aravind Krishnan
A concise and stereoselective four-component, one-pot protocol has been developed for the synthesis of a new class of spiro-indenoquinoxaline-pyrrolidine hybrids with α-aroylideneketene dithioacetals via [3+2] cycloaddition. This previously unexplored approach...
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A Hybrid Metal-Halide Antiperovskite Semiconductor Ferroelectric

New J. Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00529B, Paper

Wen Zhou, Chao Shi, Liang Xu, Ze-Jie Wang, Na Wang, Rong-Meng Liao, Zhen An, Ye Heng-Yun, Le-Ping Miao
Halide perovskite ferroelectrics have a variety of novel and important potential applications in fields such as self-powered photodetection. However, developing low-toxic and moisture-stable semiconductor ferroelectrics with different dimensions and broader...
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Experimental and theoretical insights into two tri- and tetranuclear DyIII SMMs reveal the unusual superiority of triangular dodecahedral DyIII over square antiprismatic DyIII as an SIM centre

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00729E, Paper

Abhishek Pramanik, Shuvankar Mandal, Parismita Borgohain, Daniel O. T. A. Martins, Hazel A. Sparkes, Floriana Tuna, Saurabh Kumar Singh, Sasankasekhar Mohanta
The usual trend, in which SAPR Dy^III serves as a better SIM centre than TDD Dy^III, is observed in the Dy^III₄ compound; however, the unusual reverse order is found in the Dy^III₃ compound solvent-driven synthetic divergence is another feature.
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In situ growth of MOF nanofillers in a Pebax matrix for excellent CO2 permeability improvement

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00086J, Paper

Jingjing Wang, Xiaonan Li, Minggang Sun, Qin Cheng, Jia Xu, Yi Wu, Ming Xia, Ke Liu, Shanshan He, Dong Wang
This work demonstrated a facile in situ growth strategy that achieves ultrahigh ZIF-8 loading with uniform dispersion in a Pebax matrix, simultaneously delivering exceptional CO₂ permeability and sustained selectivity.
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Anionic COFs intercalated cationic MOF composites: synergistic adsorption–reduction toward efficient precious metal recovery

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NJ04749H, Paper

Zhihao Li, Fenglei Liu
The selective separation of noble metals from e-waste stands as an acutely urgent and strategically critical challenge.
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A three-dimensional carbon nanotube-doped hydrogel network enabling sensitive electrochemical detection of hydrogen peroxide

New J. Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NJ00236F, Paper

Jifan Zhao, Linghui Tang, Yan Dong, Yue Wang, Shaoyan Wang
Hydrogel/CNTs-OH electrochemical sensor for H₂O₂ detection: A robust hydrogel/CNTs-OH composite was fabricated for H₂O₂ sensing. It exhibits a linear response, a low detection limit, serving as a promising flexible platform for portable detection.
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