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Ultra-multi-mode high-Q plasmonic resonances by extracting guided modes via metallic lattice

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01642A, Communication

Limin Lin, Shuang Qiu, Xuanyi Liu, Zuhai Ma, Mengran Jiang, Jiancai Xue, Zhang-kai Zhou
Achieving multiple plasmonic resonances with high quality (Q) factors is highly desirable for compact photonic devices and multi-functional systems, as it enables multi-functional operations, such as biosensing, nonlinear optics, and...
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Water adsorption on a model silicate surface: wollastonite (100)

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01063F, Paper

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Luca Lezuo, Andrea Conti, Alexander Hoheneder, Elena Vaníčková, Domitilla Alessandra Aloi, Rainer Abart, Florian Mittendorfer, Michael Schmid, Ulrike Diebold, Giada Franceschi
Water adsorption on silicate surfaces is a critical yet poorly understood process relevant to, e.g., mineral weathering and cement hydration. This study investigates the structure of water overlayers on a...
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Correction: MicroRNA-mediated silence of onco-lncRNA MALAT1 in different ESCC cells via ligand-functionalized hydroxyl-rich nanovectors

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR90073A, Correction

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Rui-Quan Li, Yanli Ren, Wenjuan Liu, Wenting Pan, Fu-Jian Xu, Ming Yang
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Correction: Synergistic regulation of the Zn2+ solvation environment and interfacial stability using a rhodamine 6G additive in aqueous zinc ion batteries

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR90059C, Correction

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Nuo Nian, Lijun Li, Liping Qin, Yibo Hao, Lei Liu, Zijie Xu, Guozhao Fang
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Nanocomposite hydrogels with temperature-accelerated antioxidant activity for ocular applications

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00711B, Paper

Hyeonah Lee, Serim Byun, Hyeran Noh
Oxidative stress limits ocular therapy, but current systems lack stability and responsiveness. We report a pNIPAM–Ag/Cu@Cu nanocomposite that ensures stability and transparency, with temperature-accelerated scavenging via LCST-mediated contraction.
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Morphology-Controlled Copper Nanostructures: Synthesis, Anti-Oxidation Strategy, and Application

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05383H, Review Article

Juhong Xu, Yubo Liu, Heng Luo, Rumin Liu, Tianyong Gao, Ping Liu, Hongliang Zhang, Yaqin Liao, Jianguo Lu
Copper nanostructures exhibit significant application potential in electronics, energy, catalysis, and biomedicine due to their excellent electrical and thermal conductivity, catalytic activity, and antibacterial properties. However, their high surface reactivity...
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Enhancing the Quantum Yield of Lanthanide Clusters via Single-Site Ligand Modulation

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05445A, Paper

Tingting Li, Yaoqin Wu, Feng Jiang, Haifeng Zhu, Shengrong He, Jiyu Sui, Cong Zhang, Zhennan Wu, Xue Bai
The optical properties of trivalent lanthanide ions (Ln3+) are restricted by the lattice sites, and there are still challenges in regulating their lattice sites and coordination environment at the atomic...
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Pore Size Engineering in Covalent Organic Frameworks for High-Performance Anion Exchange Membranes

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01112H, Paper

Man Cai, Hengyi Wang, Tianyi Chen, Cheng Lian, Fu-Zhen Xuan, Bin Zhang
Anion exchange membranes (AEMs) play a crucial role as separators in electrolytic cells, facilitating gas isolation and ion exchange during hydrogen production via water electrolysis and in fuel cells. To...
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Flow synthesis of iron oxide nanoparticles: using multiple precursor additions to improve size control

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00236F, Communication

Agus R. Poerwoprajitno, Alexander Malaj, O. Thompson Mefford, Dale L. Huber
Sequential additions of precursor can dramatically narrow the size dispersity of iron oxide nanoparticles synthesize in a microfluidic, flow-based approach.
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Reassessing the role of carbon shells in magnetite nanoparticles: a comparative adsorption study of ionic dyes

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00230G, Paper

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Anabela Kajibanga, Nathaniel Walden, Franklin Ngah, Maria V. Morrell
This study explores the comparative performance of carbon-coated and bare magnetite nanoparticles to evaluate the fundamental role, necessity, and true performance advantages provided by the carbon shell.
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High-stability composite AgNWs/gum arabic electrodes for flexible organic light-emitting devices

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01558A, Paper

Xu Wang, Xunxun Xiang, Xiao Liu, Yuehua Chen, Wenyong Lai, Xinweng Zhang
Degradable AgNWs composite electrodes with outstanding optoelectrical properties and mechanical stability were fabricated by adopting a natural eco-friendly material of gum arabic as a modification layer.
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Chirality-induced spin selectivity in chiral solids

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00383D, Minireview

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Hiroshi M. Yamamoto
An operational classification of CISS based on time-reversal symmetry connects molecular magnetoconductance and solid-state spin transport within a unified framework.
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Nanofiber-based mechanochemical and immunological regulation of bone–tendon interface regeneration

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01106C, Review Article

Yuling Zhu, Yongkun Pan, Yan Zhou, Qixiang Yi, Xiyu Yang, Maolan Zhang, Yang Xie, Peixing Chen
Nanofiber scaffolds orchestrate mechanical, biochemical, and immune cues to enable spatiotemporally programmed bone–tendon interface regeneration. The graphical abstract was created, in part, with https://www.figdraw.com.
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Near-infrared photovoltaic gating enables polarity-reconfigurable WSe2 phototransistors for in-sensor computing

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00412A, Paper

Xueling Lu, Yangyang Lv, Haifeng Wu, Jiali Yi, Guangcheng Wu, Huawei Liu, Zhaoqian Wang, Qijun Zong, Qin Shuai, Lulu Huang, Huanghua Xu, Xinjian Li, Di Wu, Xiaoli Zhu, Dong Li, Anlian Pan
A substrate-engineered WSe₂/HfO₂/Si PN phototransistor enables programmable positive, negative, and zero photoconductance under near-infrared light for reconfigurable in-sensor neuromorphic computing.
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Ameliorating effects of Stevia extract combined with green-synthesized silver nanoparticles coated with soy soluble polysaccharides on diabetic wounds in a rat model

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR03828F, Paper

Hossein Fazli, Davoud Salarbsashi, Ahmad Ghasemi, Jalil Moshari, Samaneh Dolatabadi, Mahnaz Mohtashami, Amir Abbas Momtazi-Borojeni
Soy soluble polysaccharides-coated AgNPs (SSPS-gAgNPs) green synthesized using Stevia extract show lower cytotoxicity on L929 cells than uncoated chemically synthesized AgNPs. SSPS-gAgNPs accelerate diabetic wound healing in an animal model.
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Angularly robust terahertz third-harmonic generation empowered by all-dielectric nonlocal metasurfaces

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01029F, Paper

Zhehao Ye, Yuancheng Fan, Xu Ji, Yali Zeng, Chang Ding, Yongzheng Wen, Fuli Zhang
Nonlocal resonances enabled by Brillouin zone folding in all-dielectric metasurfaces boost terahertz third-harmonic generation, which remains strong over wide incident angles, overcoming the angular sensitivity of conventional BICs.
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Basalt fibers with surface-coated hybrid carbon nanofillers for linear temperature and pressure sensing

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00590J, Paper

Yanhua Sun, Jiaxing Guo, Yidi Hu, Muhan Chen, Lei Jing, Rui-Ying Bao, Kai Ke, Yu Wang, Bo Yin, Wei Yang
A synergistic surface modification strategy enables fabricating BF-based composites with a conductivity of ∼230 S m⁻¹, TCR of 0.18% per °C, excellent signal linearity (R² > 0.999) within 30–150 °C, and linear pressure sensing within 0–0.5 MPa.
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Plasma-engineered oxygen vacancies on NiFe sulfide for highly efficient and durable oxygen evolution reaction

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00458J, Paper

Qiulin Xu, Yongqiang Ni, Jinyue Pan, Yongting Chen, Qin Zhang
Plasma technology enables precise regulation of oxygen vacancies in NiFe sulfide to realize a highly efficient and durable oxygen evolution reaction. Graphical abstract modified with AI.
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From atom to device: an integrated Se cathode with atomic Co sites and dual-carbon confinement for ultrafast Li–Se batteries

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00118A, Paper

Wen Yan, Yimin Yang, Zhangchi Xu, Qingqing Wang, Ying Wang, Qiyan Dai, Lei Zhang
An advanced Se cathode featuring atomically dispersed Co within a dual-carbon host (Co-NC@CNFs) was resported, enabling ultrafast and durable Li–Se batteries with a capacity of 520 mAh g⁻¹ at 50 A g⁻¹ and stable cycling for over 2000 cycles.
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Controlling particle dynamics in dead-end channels via boundary effects

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00004E, Paper

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Langqi Xing, Xiaoyu Tang
Coupled diffusiophoresis and diffusioosmosis enable controllable particle transport in dead-end microchannels. Solute gradients and wall zeta potential create tunable reversal regions for precise, power-free colloid manipulation in confinement.
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High throughput generation of high-zT thermoelectrics with precise stoichiometric controls

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00269B, Paper

Yuelin Wang, Chengquan Zhong, Jingzi Zhang, Kailong Hu, Junjie Chen, Xi Lin
A denoising diffusion model (TE-Diffusion) with a three-channel discrete stoichiometric encoding strategy is developed for high-throughput generation of high-zT thermoelectrics.
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A water-based binder for improved adhesion and reversibility of the graphite cathode for sodium dual-ion batteries

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04941E, Paper

Kundan Kumar Mishra, C. Sanjaykumar, Md Osama Zubair, Rahul Singh, Tushar, Kamlesh Kumar, Mohit Mehta, Sanjeev Kumar Chauhan, Vipin Kumar
A synergistic role of CMC–LgSA binder in the operation of graphitic cathodes in SDIBs. This article demonstrates improved adhesion and enhanced electrochemical stability (>4.8 V) of CMC–LgSA binder, as an alternative to the used PVDF binder.
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Stabilizing Lithium Metal Anodes via Tuned Li+–π Interactions in Nanoporous Porous Aromatic Framework-Coated Separators

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00984K, Paper

Beom Gwon Son, Hye Ryung Byon, Sangtae Kim, Eun Seon Cho
Lithium metal batteries (LMBs) offer exceptionally high theoretical capacity but face challenges such as dendrite growth and unstable Li metal surfaces. To overcome these issues, functional separators coated with porous...
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Lowering the melting point of ZIF via an anion competing effect in MOF hybrid glasses

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01352J, Paper

Zipeng Liu, Chengwei Gao, Linling Tan, Shiliang Kang, Qing Jiao, Wenjie Xie, Gang Zhou, Changgui Lin
The chemical integration of MOFs and halide salts provides a versatile platform for tailoring infrared-transparent MOF glasses, opening a practical route for advanced sensing and thermal imaging applications.
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Silicon anodes in lithium-ion batteries: nanoscale engineering, composite strategies, and industrial prospects

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00382F, Review Article

Xiong Cheng, Heonsoo Park, Joonho Bae
A review focusing on the fundamental mechanisms of Si anodes, summarizing the latest laboratory and industry research strategies, and exploring commercialization pathways through case studies of emerging technologies and global investment.
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Oxygen-vacancy-rich CoOx modified cubic platinum nanoparticles for highly efficient electrocatalytic ammonia oxidation reaction

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00579A, Paper

Xuelong Duan, Jie Wang, Linghui Kong, Haobo Pei, Feng Gao, Gurong Shen
Direct ammonia fuel cells (DAFCs) operating at low temperatures represent a promising clean energy technology, generating only nitrogen (N2) and water (H2O) as byproducts. However, their widespread implementation is hindered...
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A study on high efficiency phase organization segmentation model for SEM images based on deep learning

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05103G, Paper

Chao Wang, Changhao Wang, Zhipeng Chang, Xiaopeng Cheng, Xingping Liu, Bing Wang, Feihong Chu, Ruzhi Wang
Quantitative characterization and analysis of material microstructures play a crucial role in understanding material properties. Traditional U-Net architectures, however, are often vulnerable to noise and prone to overfitting when applied...
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Self-powered TENG Sensor Based on Hybrid Energy: Tilt Angle and Wind Speed -Research on Dual Parameter sensing and Intelligent Fault Warning of Transmission Lines

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00413J, Paper

Changxin Liu, Guangchao Qiao, Chen Chen, Yong Cui, Zhenqing Liu, Yang Liu, Dazhi Zhang, Mingyu Lu, Nan Liu
Due to the abnormal tilt or wind-induced galloping, the transmission lines may experience excessive sagging or even breakage, which directly endangers the safety and stability of the power grid. However,...
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Growth of Curved Single-Crystal Silicon Nanostructures via Laser-Induced Localized Thermal Gradient Steering

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00362A, Paper

Xingjie Yang, Ping Chen, Shenyong Yang, Zhikun Liu
Lattice anisotropy fundamentally dictates the spatial symmetry and rectilinear features of one-dimensional single-crystal nanostructures and defines the inherent scope of their morphological variety. This study presents a strategy leveraging scanning...
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Recent Advancement of Flexible Electronic Based on Textiles: A Comprehensive Review

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00156D, Review Article

Shen Shen, Junni Zhang, Liyun Ma
Flexible electronic textiles (e-textiles) have emerged as a key class of wearable systems by integrating electronic functionality with the intrinsic advantages of textile materials, such as breathability, flexibility, lightweight nature,...
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Enhanced performance of single-crystal perovskite solar cells via in situ passivation of ionic liquid

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00931J, Communication

Tongpeng Zhao, Ruiqin He, Yuxin Gao, Chunmei Wang, De Yu, Xuesong Liu, Tanghao Liu, Yimu Chen
With the addition of HMIMBr, the MAPbI₃ SCTF solar cell exhibits an enhanced PCE of 23.01%. In addition, the HMIMBr enhances the humidity stability, reverse bias stability, and long-term storage stability of corresponding devices.
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Combined resistive switching memory and multi-state operation in terpyridine-based Pd(II) and Fe(III) complexes for neuromorphic applications

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05022G, Paper

Rakesh R. Panicker, Keval Hadiyal, Prabodh Ranjan, Ramakrishnan Ganesan, C. V. S. Brahmananda Rao, N. Rajasekar, Gregory Soon How Thien, Kah-Yoong Chan, C. Sudakar, Atul Thakre, Rajagopal Desikan, Akella Sivaramakrishna, R. Thamankar
Molecular electronic devices with tunable resistance hold significant potential as candidates for next-generation non-volatile memory technology and neuromorphic computation.
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High-throughput screening of two-dimensional ferromagnetic materials with high Curie temperatures

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01616B, Paper

Shuo Li, Chao Jia, Haidi Wang, Xingxing Li, Qunxiang Li
Via high-throughput screening, this study identified 34 two-dimensional ferromagnets with T_c > 77 K. Beyond their intrinsic functions, the construction of composite systems with altermagnetism and sliding ferroelectricity is further demonstrated.
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Who needs an electrical back-contact after all?

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9635-9642
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05523G, Paper

Md Ashiqur Rahman Laskar, Md Jayed Hossain, Srijan Chakrabarti, Sanchari Sen, Renee Sailus, Youssry Botros, Milan Pesic, Rob Davenport, Ondřej Novotný, Jelínek Eduard, Albert Davydov, Ivan Sanchez Esqueda, Seth Ariel Tongay, Umberto Celano
We report on a transformative method for performing electrical AFM modes that eliminates the need for physical back-contact. Here, we investigate remote contacts using a reconfigurable e-beam for non-destructive nanoscale characterization.
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Molecular structure and dielectric anisotropy of ethanol–water mixtures within a heterogeneous graphene/silica interface

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00329J, Paper

Liangchen Mei, Zhijun Xu, Xiaoning Yang
This work reveals how hybrid graphene/silica interfaces modulate the structure and dielectric behavior of confined ethanol–water mixtures. Interfacial asymmetry induces demixing and directional polarization, leading to dielectric anisotropy.
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Correction: Photosensitized reactive chlorine species-mediated therapeutic destruction of drug-resistant bacteria using plasmonic core–shell Ag@AgCl nanocubes as an external nanomedicine

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9957-9959
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR90069K, Correction

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Suresh Thangudu, Sagar Sunil Kulkarni, Raviraj Vankayala, Chi-Shiun Chiang, Kuo Chu Hwang
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Interfacial charge regulation in solid-state UIO-67/ZnIn2S4/Pt Z-scheme heterojunctions for efficient photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00602G, Paper

Bolong Qi, Rui Li, Haoran Jiang, Sheng Ye, Woon Yong Sohn, Zhenhua Pan
Interfacial charge redistribution in a UiO-67/ZnIn2S4 Z-scheme heterojunction drives directional electron transfer and efficient charge separation, while Pt promotes proton reduction at active sites.
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Amine- and hydroxyl-functionalization of iron nanoparticles for tailoring the properties of Fmoc-FF-based magnetic hydrogels: interfacial design toward biocompatible materials

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9774-9786
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04964D, Paper

Mariusz Barczak, Cristina Gila-Vilchez, Maria Powęzka, Anna Michalicha, Fernando González-Caballero, Miguel Alaminos, Olimpia Ortiz-Arrabal, Luis Álvarez de Cienfuegos, Modesto T. López-López
Magnetic iron nanoparticles functionalized with hydroxyl and amine groups were incorporated into short peptide-based (Fmoc-FF) supramolecular hydrogels, producing biocompatible systems with high potential for advanced biomedical applications.
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Targeting glutamine metabolism combined with a nanoradioenhancer in radioresistant hepatocellular carcinoma

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9881-9893
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04366B, Paper

Chia-Chun Kuo, Yao-Chen Chuang, Ping-Hsiu Wu, Wei-Min Chang, Leu-Wei Lo, Hsuan-Yu Chen, Kuen-Haur Lee, Hsin-Lun Lee, Jeng-Fong Chiou, Yao-An Shen
GNDs enhance radiation-induced ROS, and DON disrupts glutamine metabolism with GSH depletion. This combination increases DNA damage and mitochondrial dysfunction, thereby improving radiotherapy efficacy in radioresistant HCC.
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Mechanisms for the formation of active sites in single-atom alloys

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9709-9722
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05517B, Paper

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Ioannis Karageorgiou, Angelos Michaelides, Fabian Berger
Active site formation in single-atom alloys is governed by defects such as steps and kinks and exhibits periodic trends across the transition metal series. Dopant–adatom interactions further control adatom mobility and incorporation pathways.
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Nanocarrier-empowered aggregation-induced luminescence and its therapeutic promise in oncology

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9555-9573
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04932F, Minireview

Yaning Li, Lin Geng, Yuzhe Han, Shuo Wang, Pai Liu, Weifeng Jiang
This article focused on the key bottlenecks in the in vivo applications of AIEgens and systematically reviewed strategies for combining nanocarriers with them to address issues such as biocompatibility and biosafety.
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One-pot microwave synthesis of core–shell C@Bi2S3 nanoflake-like structure for humidity-dependent photodetection applications

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9834-9845
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05505A, Paper

Marcin Godzierz, Sonia Gorawska, Krystian Mistewicz, Łukasz Otulakowski, Karolina Olszowska, Viktoriia Talaniuk, Anna Gawron, Mirosława Pawlyta, Urszula Szeluga
One-pot microwave-assisted hydrothermal synthesis of carbon-coated Bi₂S₃ nanoflakes, with no impact of carbon layer on optical properties. Humidity-dependent behavior of registered photocurrent, high responsivity and detectivity toward visible light.
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Comparison of magnetic nanoparticle immobilization methods using MPS and MRX

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9756-9773
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05283A, Paper

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Kerstin Pansegrau, Patricia Radon, Aaron Jaufenthaler, Frank Wiekhorst, Daniel Baumgarten
This work demonstrates the importance of choosing the proper immobilization method to provide reliable and reproducible magnetic nanoparticle reference samples with defined magnetic properties.
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Engineering non-linear mechanical advantage in DNA nanostructures: a wireframe adaptation of a lamina emergent mechanism

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9592-9600
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR02175H, Communication

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D. Sebastian Arias, Rebecca E. Taylor
Lamina emergent mechanism principles translated to DNA origami create a lever with non-linear mechanical advantage that achieves sophisticated mechanical behavior through sinple geometric configurations.
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Integrating green chemistry into SPION development: a theranostic study on prostate cell models

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9737-9755
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00113K, Paper

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Beatriz Morais, Vital Filho, Célia T. Sousa, Fernanda Marques, Sara Lacerda, João Carlos Waerenborgh, Bruno J. C. Vieira, Teresa Pinheiro, Rodica Mihaela Dinica, Maria J. Carmezim, Pedro M. P. Santos, Sandra Même, Dirk H. Ortgies, Laura C. J. Pereira, Maria Paula Cabral Campello
Green-synthesized SP–Au and SP–Au–Gd nanoplatforms integrate Au-enhanced radiosensitization and Gd-driven magnetic hyperthermia with MRI capability. These multifunctional systems enable synergistic, image-guided theranostics for prostate cancer.
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Mass spectral molecular mapping shows benefits of thermal evaporation in prelithiated silicon-based electrodes

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9626-9634
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05002B, Paper

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Gabriel D. Parker, Amanda L. Musgrove, Gabriel M. Veith, Ivan Matyushov, Xiao-Ying Yu
Lithium thermal evaporation onto a Si-anode analyzed via ToF-SIMS shows spectral, depth profiling, and 2D/3D image analysis, revealing beneficial Li_xSi_y and Li_xSi_yO_z alloy formation after thermal evaporation.
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Advances in multivariate analysis of extracellular vesicles using visible light-based analytical methods

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9537-9554
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05126F, Review Article

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Aarshi N. Singh, Tiffany T. Ye, Nathan J. Wittenberg
In this Review, we highlight recent advances in multivariate characterization of extracellular vesicles with visible light-based analytical techniques.
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Enhanced peroxidase-like activity of palladium–iron bimetallic nanoparticles supported on N-doped mesoporous carbon for colorimetric detection of ascorbic acid and dopamine

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9846-9858
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00031B, Paper

Zahra Bahreini, Siyavash Kazemi Movahed, Keun Hwa Chae, Cheol-Hwee Shim
A bimetallic FePd@N-MC nanozyme was synthesized as an efficient peroxidase mimic for the colorimetric detection of ascorbic acid and dopamine.
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Iron-induced phase engineering for high color-purity blue LEDs in perovskites

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9583-9591
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00309E, Communication

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Youngchae Cho, Sang Wook Park, Seungmin Baek, Donghwan Yun, Gwang Yong Shin, Hyeonsu Son, Seyeong Song, Hye Won Cho, Hyeseon Shin, Tae Kyung Lee, Gi-Hwan Kim
Iron additive-induced phase engineering in quasi-2D perovskites enables reduced emission FWHM and enhanced blue emission efficiency in PeLEDs.
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Photo-induced and thermal bistability of spin crossover nanoparticles

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9942-9949
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00745G, Paper

Nadeem Natt, Benjamin J. Powell
Varying the core–shell lattice mismatch allows systematic control of the physical of spin crossover nanoparticles; this includes controlling a “Bordeaux relationship” between T_1/2 and T_LIESST.
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Interface carrier transport in van der Waals heterostructures: roles of bubbles, annealing, and electric field screening

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9872-9880
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05332C, Paper

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Jianwei Chen, Yike Zhao, Wuwei Feng, Yajie Guo, Bo Tian, Jun Jiang
Interface bubbles block carrier transport in van der Waals (vdW) heterostructures, while annealing non-monotonically modulates rectification. Coupled with field screening simulations, this work guides reliable two-dimensional (2D) device integration.
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Metastable cubic Cu3SbS3: a facile solution-phase access to a kinetic polymorph

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9689-9699
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00071A, Paper

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Rittika Dhar, Anil Kumar B. M., Pranav Negi, Shuva Biswas, Dirtha Sanyal, Satya N. Guin
Metastable cubic Cu₃SbS₃ nanocrystals are stabilised via a low-temperature solution route. They show p-type charge transport and ultralow thermal conductivity from Sb lone pair induced lattice anharmonicity and Cu coordination distortions.
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The water, of course! Impurity-induced polymorphism in the self-assembly of interfacial trimesic acid monolayers

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9935-9941
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00889E, Paper

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Manuela Hocke, Natalia Martsinovich, Markus Lackinger
The self-assembly of trimesic acid monolayers yields either the chickenwire or the flower polymorph, depending on the water content of the solvent. Deliberate control can be exerted by wetting or drying the solvent.
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Intelligent magnetic nanomaterials: a trinity framework of programmability, field-driven actuation, and data-guided intelligence

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9517-9536
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05291B, Review Article

Ruoyu Wang, Shaoqing Liu, Bin Zuo, Guoze Yan, Bingbing Shen, Pengde Li, Zheng Chen, Xingtao Xu
Intelligent magnetic nanomaterials (I-MNMs) represent a new generation of functional materials capable of sensing, learning, and adapting to dynamic environments.
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Conformation-induced Kondo switch of fluorenyl radicals on a metal surface through adsorption

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9650-9657
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00433D, Paper

Jia Liu, Yanbo Li, Jianmin Huang, Shijing Tan, Chuanxu Ma, Qitang Fan, Bing Wang
Adsorption geometry of a fluorenyl radical governs reversible switching between Kondo-on and Kondo-off states on Au (111).
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Sustainable lithium recovery from a spent LiFePO4 cathode via K2S2O8-assisted solid state oxidation through mechanochemistry

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9611-9617
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04478B, Communication

Junhee Kim, Min Hyuk Choi, Dong Won Kim, Inji Choi, Yoo Sei Park, Kyeong-Ho Kim
A rapid acid-free mechanochemical process using K₂S₂O₈ recovers ∼99.8% Li from spent LFP, yielding reusable Li₃PO₄, FePO₄, and eco-friendly K₂SO₄.
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Nanowire photodetectors: path to single physical artificial neurons

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9618-9625
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00513F, Communication

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Yunqiu Chen, Milad Fathabadi, Mohammad Fazel Vafadar, Songrui Zhao
By using an innovative light-detecting semiconductor nanowire structure, we demonstrate a viable path for single physical artificial neurons.
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Thickness-dependent spin Hall magnetoresistance in few-layer CrPS4/Pt heterostructures

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9601-9610
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00460A, Communication

Caiqiong Xu, Xue He, Jicheng Wang, Wenxing Chen, Shilei Ding, Jinbo Yang, Yanglong Hou, Rui Wu
Left panel shows the thickness-dependent SMR measured at a low field, indicating a Néel-vector-dominant mechanism. Right panel shows the thickness-independent SMR measured at a high field, indicating an interfacial-magnetization-dominant mechanism.
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Nonlinear generation control with torus metasurfaces

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9809-9818
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00116E, Paper

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Lei Kang, Charles F. Nelatury, Douglas H. Werner
A toroidal dipole moment associated with bound states in the continuum in silicon torus structures is numerically demonstrated at near-infrared wavelengths. Third harmonic generation can be largely enhanced and tuned via engineering the quasi-BICs.
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Insights into the role of common sulfur precursors in hydrothermally synthesized N,S-doped carbon dots: fluorescence modulation via surface oxidation rather than sulfur doping

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9894-9907
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05082K, Paper

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Sónia Fernandes, Manuel Algarra, Ana T. S. C. Brandão, Antonio Gil, Carlos M. Pereira, Joaquim C. G. Esteves da Silva, Luís Pinto da Silva
Contrary to expectations, using a common S-dopant did not yield N,S-doped carbon dots with an enhanced quantum yield. Instead, it exerted an oxidative effect during synthesis, resulting in oxidized N-doped carbon dots with a reduced quantum yield.
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Quantifying chiral handedness of core–shell inorganic nanotubes via electron microscopy and diffraction

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9826-9833
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00074F, Paper

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Kaiyuan Wang, Beilynn Geiss, Roy Geiss, James R. Neilson, Alla Zak, Justin B. Sambur
Correlating electron microscopy images with electron diffraction patterns reveals chiral handedness of individual inorganic nanotubes.
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Morphology–phase coevolution driven by oxygen chemical potential in Fe3O4/α-Fe2O3 nanosheets

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9950-9956
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05160F, Paper

Wenkai Liu, Huawei Zhao, Dongqi Zhao, Yupeng Zhao, Muhammad Hamza Tariq, Jinhong Du, Ruotong Zhao, Yanqing Ma, Lei Ma
By simply adjusting quartz-tube diameters to modulate the oxygen flux, we demonstrate morphology–phase coevolution in 2D iron oxides. This enables a controlled transition from triangular Fe₃O₄ to hexagonal α-Fe₂O₃ with distinct magnetic properties.
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All-optical tuning of dielectric metasurfaces infiltrated with dye-doped liquid crystals

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9819-9825
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00501B, Paper

Yana V. Izdebskaya, Andrey G. Iljin, Oleg E. Kameshkov, Vladlen G. Shvedov, Ilya V. Shadrivov
All-optical tuning of dielectric metasurfaces using liquid crystals enables reversible, spatially controlled modulation of optical resonances for ultrathin multifunctional photonics.
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Enhanced stability and ultraviolet photodetection performance in CsPbBr3 nanoplatelets via FA doping

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9924-9934
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04973C, Paper

Le Luo, Xiaoming Mo, Yusheng Song, Zhentao Du, Sheng Cao, Jinju Zheng, Bingsuo Zou, Jialong Zhao
Ligand passivation and A-site alloying enhance the UV detection performance of CsPbBr₃ nanoplatelets by suppressing nonradiative recombination. The resulting self-powered device shows high responsivity, detectivity, and stability.
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A synergistic multiparametric MRI strategy for FAPα-targeted tumor fibrosis based on NaGdF4@PEG-FAPI nanoprobes

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9675-9688
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05495H, Paper

Yuqiang Ma, Ni Zhang, Shuai Wu, Jingwen He, YuHang Jiang, Meng Qin, Hongxiang Feng, Wenyue Li, Yi Hou
Schematic diagram of the NaGdF₄@PEG-FAPI nanoprobe structure and its FAPα-targeting behavior.
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Understanding surface wettability: insights from experiments, molecular simulations, and first-principles theory

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9469-9516
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05460E, Review Article

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Emdadul Haque Chowdhury, Md Shahed Hossain Sohan, C. Ulises Gonzalez-Valle, Adri C. T. van Duin, Bladimir Ramos-Alvarado
This review discusses wettability concepts, applications, theory, experiments, and atomistic simulations, identifies key knowledge gaps and limitations, and proposes a roadmap to guide future research in designing functional surfaces. This figure was created using Google Gemini (via Google Cloud).
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Enhancing charge separation efficiency in photocatalytic hydrogen evolution via a synergistic strategy based on point/interface dual-defect engineering in Schottky heterojunctions

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9859-9871
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00404K, Paper

Xianglong Lyu, Mei Li, Ziyu Li, Jingyi Nie, Chaoqi Ding, Aohui Ping, Meijuan Ding, Zhiliang Jin
Dual-defect engineering boosts photocatalytic H₂ production by enhancing charge separation and suppressing recombination via a stronger built-in field and higher carrier concentration.
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Site-selective functionalization of solution-processed transition metal dichalcogenides for vertical and lateral covalent networks and heterostructures

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9574-9582
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05499K, Minireview

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Anna Zhuravlova, Paolo Samorì, Antonio Gaetano Ricciardulli
We survey covalent functionalization of solution-processed transition metal dichalcogenides through the lens of predominant basal-plane versus edge binding, and show how these chemistries enable covalent vertical and lateral (hetero)structures.
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Bio-based PEDOT: nanocellulose hybrids as efficient hole-transport layers for photoelectrochemical devices

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9700-9708
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04688B, Paper

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Antonio Domínguez-Alfaro, Alejandro Galán-González, Javier Hernández-Ferrer, Eduardo Colom, Jose M. González-Domínguez, Bernabé Linares-Barranco, Wolfgang K. Maser, Ana M. Benito
PEDOT polymerized in the presence of two NCC allomorphs enables the development of sustainable hole-transport materials that can match the performance of PEDOT:PSS, addressing a key challenge for environmentally compatible optoelectronic devices.
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Chiral (BiO)2CO3 catalysts with spin-selective charge transport enhance photocatalytic oxygen evolution

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9801-9808
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00364H, Paper

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Yuqiang Shi, Zhiwei Sun, Yige Wang, Xiaoxiao Fu, Zhijia Song, Zhaoxiong Xie, Haixin Lin
Intrinsically chiral (BiO)₂CO₃ leverages the CISS effect to polarize photogenerated holes, promoting the 4-electron O₂ pathway while suppressing H₂O₂ formation. This work links structural chirality to spin polarization and catalytic efficiency.
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Effect of synthesis method on the structural properties and magnetic behavior of LnFeO3 (Ln = La, Nd, Sm, and Gd) nanoparticles

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9723-9736
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00233A, Paper

Gonzalo A. Lascano, Martín E. Saleta, Rodolfo D. Sánchez, María I. Gómez, Andrés H. Morales, María C. Navarro, Cintia M. Romero
Rare-earth orthoferrite (LnFeO₃ Ln = La, Nd, Sm, Gd) nanoparticles were synthesized by thermal decomposition and sol–gel methods. The synthesis route strongly affects particle size and their structural and magnetic properties.
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Multiscale analysis of large twist ferroelectricity and swirling dislocations in bilayer hexagonal boron nitride

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9787-9800
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04528B, Paper

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Md Tusher Ahmed, Chenhaoyue Wang, Amartya S. Banerjee, Nikhil Chandra Admal
Ferroelectricity in bilayer hBN emerges not only under small heterostrains but also under certain large heterodeformations.
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Dual-site adsorption regulation on a bcc/fcc heterophase PdCuIn metallene for efficient urea electrosynthesis

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9658-9664
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00125D, Paper

You Xu, Jiwei Zhang, Youwei Sheng, Jiabing Geng, Kai Deng, Ziqiang Wang, Hongjie Yu, Liang Wang, Hongjing Wang
A PdCuIn metallene catalyst with bcc/fcc hetero-phase structures could balance the adsorption of *CO and *NH₂ intermediates and promote C–N coupling for urea synthesis.
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Lattice distortion induced enhanced up-conversion luminescence from Er3+, Yb3+ codoped MgAl2O4 nanocrystals through Cr3+ incorporation

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9665-9674
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05244K, Paper

Savita, Madan M. Upadhyay, Deepali Jagga, Priyanka Bishnoi, Kaushal Kumar, Ankush Vij, Anup Thakur
Er³⁺–Yb³⁺–Cr³⁺ tridoped MgAl₂O₄ nanocrystals exhibit defect-engineered lattice distortion and enhanced up-conversion emission, enabling efficient color tuning from the white to near red region under near-infrared excitation.
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Novel synthesis approach for metal–biomolecule-framework–hexacyanoferrate composite nanofibers, besides developing a chiral sensing probe

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9908-9923
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04547A, Paper

Seyedeh Fatemeh Nami-Ana, Javad Tashkhourian, Mojtaba Shamsipur
A copper-L-aspartic acid modified electrode facilitates the formation of copper hexacyanoferrate (CuHCF) at the solid/liquid interface. Chiral detection occurs during CuHF electrosynthesis by peak current difference for Tyrosine enantiomers.
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High capture capacity of CO2 in a nickel intercalated Ti3C2Tx MXene–fluorohectorite clay heterostructure

Nanoscale, 2026, 18,9643-9649
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR03026A, Paper

Barbara Pacakova, Anupma Thakur, Nithin Chandran B. S., Nicolas Heymans, Irena Matulkova, Hanna Demchenko, Alexander Harold Sexton, Kristoffer William Bø Hunvik, Guy De Weireld, Babak Anasori, Steinar Raaen, Jon Otto Fossum
MXene–clay heterostructure with Ni(OH)₂ in the interlayer captures CO₂, with residual 30% of CO₂ after desorption. Heterostructure enlarges available pressure window compared to pure MXene.
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Manganese-based cathode materials for aqueous zinc-ion batteries: a mini review

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00964F, Review Article

Zhengguo Gu, Shen Wang, Ting Long, Fan Zhang, Gangjie Yu, Jiang Yin, Shaolong Du, Lezhi Yang, Biaobing Chen, Tong Zhou, ZhiYe Yuan, Xuguang Gao, Lishan Yang
This review methodically covers Mn-based cathodes for AZIBs, emphasizing diverse crystal phases, energy storage mechanisms, and optimisation strategies. Additionally, it delineates prospective outlooks on AI-driven design and industrialization.
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Atomically Dispersed Tin in Cuprous Oxide for Enhancing *CO Coverage to Selectively Electroreduce CO2 toward C2 Products

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00765A, Paper

Shuai Wang, Liu Chang, Yue Qin, Zepu Chen, Qingfa Wang
The conversion of CO 2 into high-value chemicals using renewable electricity holds great application prospects. However, improving the selectivity toward C 2 products remains a challenge. Here, we report a...
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Cellulose nanocrystal gels as radical reservoirs

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00599C, Paper

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Jiaou Ren, Yota Neagari, Yihan Shi, Zongzhe Li, Lucas J. Andrew, Miguel A. Soto, Mark J. MacLachlan
Cellulose nanocrystal gels containing deep eutectic solvents and paraquat function as stable radical reservoirs. The materials undergo colour changes upon UV-irradiation, and may be used to create patterned photonic materials.
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Boosting the OER via the metal–support interaction and H-bond network: amorphous RuOx on fluorinated Ruddlesden–Popper perovskites

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00899B, Paper

Ziye Feng, Zijie Peng, Yang Xu, Ming Zhang, Junfang Cheng
The oxygen evolution reaction (OER) is central to water electrolysis for green hydrogen production, where the development of efficient, stable, and cost-effective catalysts remains a key challenge.
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Metal-based nanoparticles' potential in alzheimer’s disease diagnosis, therapy and theranostics

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04613K, Review Article

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Sadegh Khorrami, Atena Alifarsangi, Layth J Mohammed, Ahmed M Amshawee, Ali Zarrabi
Metal-based nanoparticles are emerging as a versatile platform to overcome critical challenges in the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (AD). This review provides a comperehensive synthesis of recent advances,...
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Carbon-encapsulated PtPd alloy electrocatalyst on single-walled carbon nanotubes for durable polymer electrolyte fuel cell

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR05265C, Paper

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Miftakhul Huda, Tomoya Kawahara, Chu-Yang Yu, Yasuyuki Sawada, Nagahiro Saito, Masaya Kawasumi, Yutaka Matsuo
Highly crystalline single-walled carbon nanotubes were employed as robust supports for carbon-encapsulated PtPd alloy electrocatalysts synthesized via a rapid, industrially scalable solution plasma method, enhancing long-term durability under frequent start-up/shut-down...
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Conduction Mode Transition in Ag Nanowires-Mesh Hybrid Electrodes by Junction Welding for High-Performance Transparent Conductive Electrodes

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00517A, Paper

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Seung-Taek Jo, Chan Woong Kim, Jin Wook Shin, Gyeongtae Kim, Dongrim Lee, Dae-Hwang Yoo, Hyesun Yoo, Jong Wook Roh
While hybrid transparent conductive electrodes (TCEs) that combine silver nanowires (Ag NWs) with metal mesh frameworks have emerged as promising alternatives to the other transparent electrodes materials such as Carbon-Based...
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Surface Reconstruction-Driven WCuNiMo Alloy for Efficient Ammonia Oxidation and Hydrogen Evolution

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04903B, Paper

Fozia Sultana, Jichao Shi, Renkun Li, Kexin Sun, Wang Qiurong, Ting Xiao, Xiaoqing Yan, Tong Wei, Renhong Li
The global transition toward renewable energy necessitates the development of highly efficient electrocatalysts for sustainable hydrogen production. Herein, a multimetallic WCuNiMo catalyst was synthesized via a hydrothermal–calcination route, followed by...
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Geometric notch-manipulated skyrmion dynamics for reconfigurable diode and logic gates in synthetic antiferromagnetic nanotrack

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00703A, Paper

Min Fan, Min Xu, Changping Xu, Changjing Hu, Haihong Tang, Hehang Zhang, Zhiyu Zhang
Skyrmions, as a topologically protected nanoscale spin texture, have emerged as promising candidates in the next generation of spintronic devices owing to their excellent properties. In this work, based on...
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Synergistic Cobalt-MOF@rGO Nanocomposites for High-Performance Supercapacitors and Electrochemical Detection of Cd2+ ions

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00242K, Paper

Ajay Kumar, Jaiveer SIngh, Arushi Sharma, Subash Chandra Sahoo, S. K. Mehta, Vinod Kumar, Oussama M. El-Kadri, Shweta Rana, Ramesh Kataria
Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and Carbon-based nanocomposites are becoming more and more attractive porous materials for electrode fabrication to store the electrochemical energy because of their improved electrical conductivity, substantial theoretical...
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Neutrophil-lifecycle-inspired Nanoplatform for the Treatment of Lung Cancer Bone Metastasis

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00094K, Paper

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Yan Xu, Minyu Li, Boheng Liu, Shilin Li, Qian Zheng, Yanlu Xiong, Ru Bai, Yang Liu, Yongfu Ma
Difficulty in achieving effective drug concentration in bone metastasis has been a major challenge for tumor treatment because of the complex physiological environment of bone. Existing bone-targeting nanoparticles exhibit insufficient...
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Kinetic-Dimension-Enabled Hydrogen Sensing via Spillover in Oriented Conductive Polymer Fiber Networks

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01122E, Paper

Shiteng Wu, Mingyang Lu, Zerui Li, Yongbiao Wan, Fan Lei, Qi Yang, Kai Zhou, Guangxian Li, Junlong Yang
Hydrogen purity monitoring is essential for safe hydrogen utilization, yet quantifying trace carbon monoxide (CO) remains extremely challenging because CO produces adsorption behavior and signal amplitudes nearly indistinguishable from H2...
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Thiol–acrylate Michael addition strategy for the templated synthesis of a water-soluble poly(β-thioester) nanogel: superior encapsulation stability and UV-induced photolysis-mediated on-demand guest release

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00873A, Paper

Arun Mondal, Shuvajyoti Sarkar, Mijanur Rahaman Molla
A water-soluble poly(β-thioester) nanogel exhibiting enhanced encapsulation stability and enabling UV-triggered photolysis for controlled, on-demand release of encapsulated guests.
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Dual-fullerene-confined single transition metal atoms as high-efficiency catalysts for hydrogen evolution reaction

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00360E, Paper

Jingying Wei, Mingyang Shi, Kunyang Cheng, Jiguang Du
DFT calculations were used to screen 26 dual-fullerene-supported TM single-atom catalysts, identifying seven candidates with exceptional HER performance.
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Mechanistic insights and design strategies for Ni–TM dual-atom catalysts on MXene for enhanced catalytic performance

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00098C, Paper

Qiumei Yu, Ninggui Ma, Hongtao Wu, Zhicheng Lin, Haoyu Song, Bei Zhang, Zhanhua Wei
Study on the close-range dual-atom synergistic effect of Ni-TM@Ti₂CO₂ (TM = Sc, Ti, V, Cr, Mn and Ni).
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Zeptomolar heavy metal ion detection with density of states sensing

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00380J, Paper

Fangxin Ye, Tian Peng, Hang Lu, Yuying Huang, Yu Zhang, Yanxi Li, Kuan Zhai, Ruiyu Qi, Junhong Chen, Mengyu Yan
A MoS₂ on-chip sensor uses DOS sensing for heavy metal detection. Zeptomolar Cr³⁺ adsorption induces in-gap/band-edge states and DOS perturbations. Spectral fingerprints vary linearly with concentration for sensitive multi-parameter detection.
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Growth driven phase transitions in Zinc Oxide nanoparticles through machine-learning assisted simulations

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04147C, Paper

Quentin Gromoff, Magali Benoit, Jacek Goniakowski, Carlos Rafael Salazar, Julien Lam
This study investigates the formation of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles, a material of significant technological interest with complex structural properties, through atom-by-atom deposition modeling-a process common in bottom-up synthesis. Our...
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Catalysis Under Magnetic Control: Magnetic Nanoparticles as Next-Generation Bioorthogonal Reactors

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01353H, Review Article

Shreeya Bhujbal, Lokesh Kumar Bhatt
Chemical reactions within living systems are made possible by bioorthogonal catalysis without interfering with regular biological processes. However, under physiological conditions, many transition-metal catalysts become toxic or unstable. By enhancing...
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Physically guided discovery of high-performance photocatalytic and photovoltaic heterostructures

Nanoscale, 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00578K, Paper

Rong-Hui Tang, Dong-Hui Xu, Xiaoqing Liu, Shuangli Yue, Yitong Wang, Li Zhang, Yunpeng Lu, Xian Wang, Mingli Yang
High-throughput screening is conducted to identify viable Z-scheme heterojunctions for solar cells, based on a systematically assembled heterostructure database.
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Point Defect-Driven Switching of Conductivity Type in Bi2Te3 Films prepared by Atomic Layer Deposition

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00533K, Paper

Tao Guo, Shuo Li, Xu Li, Bohang Nan, Guiying Xu, Lingling Ren
Bismuth telluride (Bi2Te3) films have significant application prospects in future thin-film thermoelectric devices. Atomic layer deposition (ALD) offers significant advantages for the fabrication of high-performance nanoscale films due to its...
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Bilayer PAM-PVA Cartilage-Inspired Hydrogels with Layer-Selective CNT and Nanodiamond Interfacial Reinforcement for Structure-Property Control

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00779A, Communication

Nehal Jakhar, Murli Manohar, Komal Arora, Kantesh Balani, Shikha Awasthi
Double-network hydrogel systems are developed to improve the structural and mechanical stability of single-layer hydrogels used as biological or load-bearing materials. In this work, bilayer hydrogel systems comprising polyacrylamide (PAM)...
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Recent progress in two-dimensional MXenes for the electrocatalytic reduction of CO₂: A review

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR01012A, Review Article

Di Wang, Ying-Hui Liu, Xu Wang, Rui-Tang Guo
Electrochemical CO₂ reduction reaction has emerged as a promising strategy for converting carbon dioxide into value-added fuels and chemicals under mild conditions, offering a potential pathway toward carbon neutrality when...
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Octadecene-free Colloidal Synthesis of CsPbI3 Nanocrystals with Improved Size, Shape and Phase Control

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5NR04491J, Paper

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Ruth Pinheiro Muniz, Julius Brunner, Anatol Prudnikau, Falk Röder, Shivam Singh, Raquel Dantas Campos, Axel Lubk, Fabian Paulus, Yana Vaynzof
Cesium lead triiodide (CsPbI3) colloidal nanocrystals (NCs) attract significant attention due to their potential for optoelectronic applications. However, they are prone to degrade to the non-photoactive phase (δ-CsPbI3), posing a...
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Single-Molecule Glycan Discrimination Using a Graphite Nanopore

Nanoscale, 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6NR00916F, Paper

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Chandan Kumar Das, Maria Fyta
Glycans are fundamental biomolecules whose biological functions are encoded in subtle structural features, posing significant challenges for their analytical discrimination. In this all-atom Molecular Dynamics study, we demonstrate that a...
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