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Photoisomerizable molecule-grafted nanofluidic channels: strategies, mechanisms and applications

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00118A, Review Article

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Xiaolu Li, Shengjie Fan, Rongchi Zhang, Guodong Hu, Jia Liu, Xingjie Wang, Linfeng Chen, Fan Xia
The pursuit of artificial systems that emulate the precision and adaptability of biological nanochannels has culminated in the development of photoresponsive ionic nanofluidics. Incorporating photoisomerizable molecular switches (e.g., azobenzene, spiropyran,...
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Recent Advances of Thin Film Nanocomposite Membranes for Efficient Pervaporation Desalination

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00083E, Review Article

Xiao Chen, Guoqiang Li, Pengchao Zhang, Wojciech Kujawski
Pervaporation (PV) desalination employing thin-film nanocomposite (TFN) membranes has emerged as a promising solution to global water scarcity, leveraging exceptional salt rejection, broad salinity tolerance, and superior water recovery efficiency....
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Non-flammable fluorine-phosphorus-based polymer electrolytes for high-performance all-solid-state lithium metal batteries

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00205F, Research Article

Enchi Hu, Songtao Li, Guanyu Zhong, Zhengtao Mai, Siheng Zhang, Jianda Niu, Zhixian Dong, Jinbao Xu, Zhan Wang, Caihong Lei
All-solid-state polymer electrolytes (ASSPEs) are pivotal for next-generation lithium metal batteries (LMBs), yet achieving synergy between high ionic conductivity and intrinsic non-flammability remains a significant challenge.
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A weavable DC triboelectric fiber driven by dynamic electric double layers

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00070C, Research Article

Kuo Li, Ning Wang, Zhouquan Sun, Kerui Li, Yaogang Li, Qinghong Zhang, Hongzhi Wang, Chengyi Hou
This work addresses TENG device dependence on environmental humidity by developing a DC-TENG fiber with a core-sheath structure.
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Light-responsive polyurethane liquid crystal elastomer actuators with photochromic and multiple shape memory effects

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00115G, Research Article

Jie Ma, Kuo-Huai Qin, Gang Wang, Zhi-Hui Ren, Zheng-Hui Guan
This work develops a multifunctional PULCE. It shows fast photo deformation and photochromism, triple shape memory, and on-demand shape remolding. Adding reversible deformation of LCE helps the actuator to perform complex tasks.
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Strain regulation for Phase-Pure and Stable Wide-Bandgap FAPbBr₃ Perovskites Solar Cells

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00236F, Research Article

Hasnain Raza, Zijin Qiao, Huanyi Zhou, Jiayu Zheng, Hui-Ming Cheng, Zaiwei Wang
Wide-bandgap lead bromide perovskites are ideal candidates for perovskite solar cells (PSCs) requiring high open-circuit voltages (VOC), particularly as front absorbers in multiple-junction architectures. However, the formation of the photoinactive...
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Programmable Folding Kinetics in Single-Composition Hydrogel Actuators via UV-Induced Microphase Separation

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00086J, Research Article

Gi-Yeon Han, Yumi Rho, Jiayu Zhao, Willie Lei, Jinhye Bae
Hydrogel-based self-folding actuator systems offer significant potential for soft robotics due to their softness, high strain rates, and multi-stimuli responsiveness. However, the lack of precise control over the swelling kinetics...
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Emerging metal–organic framework-based materials for photocatalytic nitrogen reduction reactions

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00109B, Review Article

Liting Chen, Longqi Li, Yaqin Yu, Xinyu Luo, Yuanyuan Gao, Yipeng Chen, Yin Xiao, Shixiang Feng, Li Shuai, Guangfu Liao
This review provides a systematic overview of MOF-based materials for photocatalytic nitrogen reduction reactions.
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Facile synthesis of tunable zinc–adenine frameworks for aptamer-based biological applications

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00114A, Research Article

Cong Minh Nguyen, Quang Thang Trinh, Nam-Trung Nguyen, Hang Thu Ta
Aqueous synthesis of zinc–adenine metal–organic frameworks enables spontaneous aptamer incorporation during particle formation, eliminating the need for chemical conjugation.
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From Lab to Tap: 2D Material Innovations in Detection and Elimination of Waterborne Pathogens

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00758E, Review Article

Soumyanti Panda, Sahil Thakur, Rupam Sharma, Abhijeet Ojha, K.S.Shalini Devi, Hideki Kuramitz, Bouchaib Zazoum, Jai Prakash
Clean water is essential for life, yet contamination by pathogens and chemical pollutants continues to threaten both public health and the environment. To tackle this challenge, researchers are turning to...
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Selective adsorption and separation of pyridine and picoline using hybrid[3]arene-based nonporous adaptive crystals

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00116E, Research Article

Xueyu Zhu, Miaomiao Yan, Yuanxin Zhang, Jingyu Chen, Haoze Zhu, Yuyue Chi, Yu Yuan, Jiong Zhou
The separation of pyridine and picoline is crucial and challenging. However, traditional separation methods are complicated and energy-consuming. Here, we present an efficient and simple approach using nonporous adaptive crystals...
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Single-molecule-like intramolecular charge transfer in a multi-nitrogen hybridization HOF for selective water detection

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00093B, Research Article

Yixin Chen, Zhuoyan Dong, Qianni Peng, Gaoyan Lan, Difeng Yang, Zizhu Yao, Kang Wang, Shengchang Xiang, Yuanchao Lv, Zhangjing Zhang
Dynamic single-molecule-like emission in a hydrogen-bonded organic framework is firstly reported via multi-nitrogen hybridization, offering potential for a low-humidity-controlled anti-counterfeiting platform.
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Integrated Theoretical and Experimental Study of Boron Antimonide: Structural, Optical, and Thermoelectric Properties

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00932D, Research Article

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J. Kiruthika, S. Nanthini, V. Parkavi, Lakshmi Prabha Chandrasekar, M. Manjula, Shankar Harisingh, Arathyram Ramachandra Kurup Sasikala, Suhasini Sathiyamoorthy, Afeesh Rajan Unnithan, Pandiyarasan Veluswamy
Boron antimonide (BSb), a promising thermoelectric material from the binary Group III-V compounds, was synthesized using the hydrothermal method. It represents the first report on the chemical synthesis of BSb....
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Tuning the Local Coordination Environment of Fe-N-C Catalyst via Sulfur Doping for Enhanced Oxygen Reduction

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00040A, Research Article

Sanjit Kumar Parida, Hrudananda Jena
Single iron atoms coordinated with nitrogen and dispersed within carbon-based materials (Fe-N-C) are recognized as the most active platinum group metal (PGM)-free cathode catalysts for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR)....
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d 2 Ion-Doped Vacancy-Ordered Double Perovskites as Broadband NIR Scintillators for Radiation Detection

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00065G, Research Article

Bingjun Zhu, Jiacheng Liu, Yang Michael Yang, En Ma, Jia-Jun Yan, Heng-Yun Ye, Le-Ping Miao
Scintillators can convert high-energy X-rays into more easily observable visible-near-infrared (NIR) light, thus showing great application potential in fields such as medical imaging, industrial inspection, and high-energy physics. Current NIR...
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Toroidal ferroelectric cobalt-doped barium titanates as efficient energy conversion materials for solar cells and photocatalysis

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00765H, Research Article

Murali Balu, Duraisamy Kumaresan, R. Krishna Prasad, Subhash Kalidindi
Toroidal ferroelectric nanostructures for high-efficiency DSSCs and photocatalysis are discussed.
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Zinc–manganese sulfide nanoplatform for tumor-microenvironment-responsive chemodynamic/gas therapy and immunomodulation

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00815H, Research Article

Taotao Chu, Mengke Fan, Yu Guo, Meiling Liu, Mingya Tan, Xiaojuan Deng, Zhenghuan Zhao
A schematic cartoon illustrating how ZMSPN leads to augmented CDT for tumor cell killing by remodeling the TME.
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Hydrophobic Low-Polarity Perfluorobutanesulfonate Shield Enables Dendrite-Free Aqueous Zn-Ion Batteries

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00089D, Research Article

Jiazhi Geng, Xiaolang Liu, RUNMING TAO, Gaoxu Huang, Yuxi Yang, Haifeng Li, Deyu Wang, Zhihong Liu, Jiyuan Liang
Unavoidable side reactions and Zn dendrite growth have long constrained the practical application of aqueous Zn-ion (Zn2+) batteries. Electrolyte additive engineering is a typical strategy for battery modification. However, highly...
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Preparation of copper-doped calcium phosphate nanoclusters to enhance copper-mediated catalytic activity

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00025H, Research Article

Zi-You Ding, Jia Chen, Xinli Tang, Wuqing Cao, Yingchao Han
Biomimetic mineralization via PAA complexation–precipitation yields ultra-small copper-doped calcium phosphate nanoclusters (Cu–CaP NCs), enabling spontaneous Cu(II)-to-Cu(I) reduction and markedly enhanced Fenton-like reactivity.
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Tunable exchange bias in Hofmann MOF-derived α-Fe2O3/Pt magnetic composites

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00110F, Research Article

Su-Yun Zhang, Zhu Ding, Zihao Wang, Junzhe Tao, Yu-Jia Zeng
α-Fe₂O₃/Pt nanocomposites were synthesized via thermal decomposition of a Hofmann-like Pt/Fe-MOF. Higher pyrolysis temperatures reduced the exchange bias field of the nanocomposites at low-temperature but enhanced its thermal stability.
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Integration of Sonosensitive Nanomicelles and Ultrasound for Enhanced BBB Penetration and Targeted Therapy against Glioblastoma: Intravenous Injection vs. Intranasal Dripping

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00132G, Research Article

Yandai Lin, Wei Wang, Fengqi Xuan, Zhe Liu
The blood brain barrier (BBB) is pivotal to protect brain from external interferences and to maintain homeostasis for normal physiological processes. However, it also becomes a vital obstacle for drug...
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Strong Confinement via 2D-to-3D Zeolite Transformation Enables Blue-Emitting CsPbBr3 Quantum Dots for Backlight Displays

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00032K, Research Article

Hongkai Li, Yuchi Zhang, Le Han, Changshuai Gong, Yan Xu
Blue-emitting CsPbBr₃ perovskite quantum dots (PQDs) typically face challenges such as low photoluminescence quantum yield (PLQY) and poor spectral stability, hindering their optoelectronic applications. Here, a feasible strategy was developed...
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One-pot synthesis of a quaternary ammonium-functionalized methylene blue-backboned polymer for robust NADH oxidation

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00778J, Research Article

Xuetong Cai, Chi Meng, Yajie Zhang, Fude Feng
A one-pot synthesized quaternary ammonium-functionalized methylene blue-backboned polymer effectively catalyzes the oxidation of NADH as a highly stable artificial enzyme mimic.
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A rigid phenyl-based covalently interlocked macrocycle with inherent porosity

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00038J, Research Article

Biao Xia, Hartmut Komber, Sven M. Elbert, Michael Mastalerz, Junzhi Liu
A covalently interlocked (as confirmed by XRD) macrocycle ([2]CIM) with 31 benzene units, rigid 3D architecture, and inherent porosity is reported, with a high BET surface area (507 m² g⁻¹) and selective ethane uptake over ethylene.
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Ultra-Violet and Electron Beam Irradiation as an Effective Approach for Design of Ln(III) and Am(III) MOFs

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00169F, Research Article

Evgeny Vladilenovich Abkhalimov, Egor D. Parashutin, Ilya A. Mokrushin, Aleksander Fedoseev, Anton P. Novikov, Grigory D. Artemiev, Mikhail S. Grigoriev, Sergey Aksenov, Mikhail A. Volkov
The ultraviolet (UV) irradiation for synthesis of the metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) has been applied for the first time. The use of UV radiation enabled the efficient synthesis of 2D-Ln-BTB and...
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Inorganic Ge-Based Ferroelectric Perovskites towards Quasi-Phase-Matching in Infrared Region

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00123H, Research Article

Guifu Zhang, Xiantan Lin, Xiaoqi Li, Xiaoyu Zhang, Yikun Fu, Qianxi Wang, Yicong Lv, Yan Fu, Wan Luo, Xitao Liu
Nonlinear optical crystals are crucial materials in laser technology. In the field of infrared quasi-phase-matching, high-quality output has been achieved using a limited set of materials, such as periodically poled...
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Fabrication of high-performance flexible Ag/Ag2Se composite films for thermoelectric applications

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00757G, Research Article

Xiuye He, Guangchen Wang, Qiufeng Meng
The Ag/Ag₂Se TE films show outstanding thermoelectric properties and good flexibility. The assembled flexible Ag/Ag₂Se thermoelectric generator has the ability to respond to external temperature fluctuations.
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Bioinspired hierarchical microtexturing: rigidity-compliance synergy for active programmable fluid guidance transport

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1046-1070
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00925A, Review Article

Linyang Li, Lu Li, Chunyu Zhang, Honghao Li, Xiaofang Zhang, Dongliang Tian
Active programmable fluid transport is increasingly vital, yet purely rigid or compliant interfaces are limited. The review highlights bioinspired hierarchical microtexturing that integrates both to guide next-generation interface design.
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Selective ethanol vapour sensing enabled by amine-functionalized MOF–polyetherimide hybrid membranes

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1096-1106
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00828J, Research Article

Sasikumar B., Hemanth Kumar K., Gnanasekaran Gnanaselvan, Arthanareeswaran G., Mangalaraja Ramalinga Viswanathan, Karthikumar Sankar
Amine-functionalized MOF-71 nanoparticles were embedded in polyetherimide membranes to develop a room-temperature ethanol gas sensor with high selectivity, fast response, excellent stability, and ppm-level detection for energy-efficient VOC sensing.
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One arrow two eagles: design and synthesis of “all-in-one” nanoscale Cu-IR825 nanoparticles for photothermally augmented chemodynamic therapy

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1133-1146
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00881F, Research Article

Wei Wang, Dan Luo, Yuzi Huang, Yuting Zhang, Peng Geng, Qiancheng Jin, Wenquan Huang, Shuzhang Xiao
This study successfully synthesized Cu-IR825 nanoparticles using a simple one-step coordination-driven self-assembly strategy. These nanoparticles exhibit effective photothermal-enhanced chemodynamic therapy.
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Pyrazine-bridged polynitro triazoles for high energy and practical stability

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1147-1154
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00880H, Research Article

Abhishek Kumar Yadav, Richard J. Staples, Jean’ne M. Shreeve
Pyrazine-bridged C–C bonded hexanitro compound and energetic salts show high density, strong thermal stability, competitive detonation performance and low sensitivity, offering a balanced strategy for next-generation insensitive energetic materials.
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Enzyme-responsive DNA smart materials for biomedical applications

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1018-1045
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00903K, Review Article

Mingxing Liu, Yu Han, Wei Tan, Xiaocui Guo, Chi Yao, Dayong Yang
Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) has emerged as a highly programmable, biocompatible and structurally versatile building block for the construction of multifunctional biomaterials, presenting broad application potential in biomedicine.
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Core extension of alkylene-encapsulated perylene bisimides

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1166-1179
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00827A, Research Article

Shunfeng Peng, Zhiye Zheng, Shijie Chen, Hui Zhang, Hongyu Wang
Perylene bisimides are dually functionalized: encapsulation along the vertical axis and π-extension along the horizontal axis. They exhibit intriguing properties, particularly cyclization-enhanced photoinduced electron transfer and F⁻ sensing.
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Integrated molecular functions in photo-generated hydrogels for wound healing

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1155-1165
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00819K, Research Article

Xiangchuan Xu, Huanhuan Tong, Hongtao Kong, Canwen Chen, Ping Fan, Wenhuan Huang, Hui Miao, Guoqing Zhang, Rui Zhu
This study uses a double-integrated strategy where NNI-C8 acts as both photocatalyst and biocide, simplifying hydrogel formulation. The hydrogel shows excellent mechanics, adhesion, and in vivo healing with low hemolysis.
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Molecular and supramolecular room temperature phosphorescences from metal free carbonyl functionalized triazinic scaffold

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1085-1095
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00794A, Research Article

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Daniele Malpicci, Daniele Marinotto, Elena Lucenti, Luca Zecchinello, Chiara Botta, Alessandra Forni, Elena Cariati
Cyclic triimidazoles endowed with one or three benzaldehyde substituent(s) display in their crystalline state only long-lived features of molecular and aggregate (CO–π and π–π) origin.
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Controlling crystallization pathways: a universal Na+/K+ ion switch for mesostructure engineering of zeolites

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1071-1084
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00905G, Research Article

Zhaoqi Ye, Yifan Zhang, Kexin Yan, Hongbin Zhang, Zhengmin Yu, Zhizheng Sheng, Ke Du, Yahong Zhang, Yi Tang
A “Na⁺/K⁺ ion switch” enables green, precise mesostructure engineering of zeolites, boosting catalytic efficiency in polyolefin recycling.
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A gel-derived β-ketoenamine-linked tetraisopropylbenzidine-based covalent organic polymer for high-performance symmetric and asymmetric supercapacitors

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1107-1119
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00621J, Research Article

Shubham Kumar, Nakul Desai, Bharat Z. Dholakiya, Y. N. Sudhakar, Ritambhara Jangir
A novel redox-active β-ketoenamine-linked covalent organic polymer, TBZTFPG-COP, has been designed as a versatile and promising material for high-performance symmetric and asymmetric supercapacitors in sustainable energy storage.
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Converting coal gasification slag into monolithic supercapacitor electrodes via endogenous Fe-catalyzed growth of N-doped carbon nanotubes

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, 10,1120-1132
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00788G, Research Article

Zhengguo Zhang, Mengjuan Xu, Fang Wang, Shixiong Min
A monolithic electrode (Fe₃C@NCNTs/CGS) is developed by directly growing high-density N-doped carbon nanotubes (NCNTs) within solidified coal gasification slag (CGS) powder, exhibiting high areal capacitance, energy density, and cycling stability.
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Self-healing hybrids via dual noncovalent networks using urethane/imidazole–zinc functionalized silsesquioxane nanoparticles

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00019C, Research Article

Mahmoud A. Abdelkawy, Akihiro Nishioka, Hideharu Mori
This study presents the design of imidazole/urethane-functionalized silsesquioxane nanoparticles (SQNPs) that enable rapid self-healing through dynamic Zn–imidazole coordination and hydrogen bonds.
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Synergistic effect of urchin-like NiCo2O4/SnS2 nanocomposites toward stable lithium-ion storage

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00899A, Research Article

Appu S., Anusha B. R., Udayabhanu, Muhiuddin M., Rahman M. R., Prashantha K.
Nanocone-assembled urchin-like NiCo₂O₄/SnS₂ (NCOSS) nanocomposites were synthesized via a facile solvothermal method and systematically characterized using XRD, FTIR, Raman, FESEM, TEM, XPS, and BET analyses.
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Tb-doped MA0.89FA0.11PbBr3 perovskite single crystals for gamma-ray detection

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00058D, Research Article

Qian Zhang, Lin Ma, Guowei Wang, Yuhang Huang, Luyang Du, Taifeng Lin, Zhengguang Yan
Rare-earth doping has emerged as a promising strategy to tailor the optoelectronic properties of metal halide perovskites, yet its potential for enhancing gamma-ray detection performance remains underexplored.
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Structural regulation of covalent organic frameworks via isomerism for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen peroxide production

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00052E, Research Article

Guoye Yu, Ruoxuan Zhang, Xin Zhao, Jiaojiao Bi, Guangchao Han, Yingjie Zhao, Yuancheng Wang
Regioisomerism significantly affects the photocatalytic performance of covalent organic frameworks. The trans-COF exhibits an H₂O₂ generation rate of 3.34 mmol g⁻¹ h⁻¹, approximately three times higher than that of its cis-COF counterpart.
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Template-assisted synthesis of amorphous NiFeCuOx arrays for efficient anion-exchange membrane water oxidation

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00077K, Research Article

Qilong Liu, Cheng Gong, Xiaole Zhang, Peng Chen, Mengxiang Wang, Qizhu Qian, Jujia Zhang, Mingliang Fang, Wentuan Bi
An AEM water electrolyzer assembled with amorphous nickel–iron-based hierarchical array OER catalysts produced by template-assisted synthesis achieved a 2.7 A cm⁻² industrial-grade current density.
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Suppressing γ- to α-Fe2O3 transformation using a reduced graphene oxide hydrogel

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00894H, Research Article

Xiangning Quan, Shuo Duan, Peixiu Yan, Yongjian Wang, Yiqun Zhao, Jie Yang, Bo Dai, Mingsu Si, Jun Wang, Yang Hu, Hua Li, Lili Zhang, Mingzai Wu, Yong Peng
Under hydrothermal conditions up to 240 °C, encapsulating γ-Fe₂O₃ within a rGO hydrogel effectively suppresses its phase transformation to α-Fe₂O₃ by blocking the water contact.
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Ion pair organic frameworks based on multitopic ultracycles for efficient iodine absorption

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00127K, Research Article

Teng-Yu Huang, Wen-Hui Mi, Xu-Dong Wang, Yu-Fei Ao, De-Xian Wang, Qi-Qiang Wang
A novel type of framework material named ion pair organic framework (IPOF) has been constructed. Leveraging the binding sites of ultracycles, ion pairs can mediate directional assembly and form diverse porous architectures for iodine adsorption.
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Boosting photothermal conversion through a simultaneous donor engineering and boron complexation strategy for solar-driven applications

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00898K, Research Article

Yitian Pan, Derong Cao, Xueguang Ran, Lingyun Wang
A simultaneous donor engineering and boron complexation strategy for boosting photothermal conversion is developed.
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Double decker NHC-cyclometallated Pt complexes for highly-efficient vacuum-deposited green OLEDs and NIR emission

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6QM00041J, Research Article

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Irene Melendo, Lucy A. Weatherill, Antonio Martín, Piotr Pander, Fernando B. Dias, Sara Fuertes, Violeta Sicilia
Double decker Pt₂(II,II) complex exhibits bright green electroluminescence with EQE_max of 22% and 22 000 cd m⁻² luminance, while offering a versatile platform for structural tuning toward Pt₂(III,III) derivatives as NIR emitters.
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Supramolecular engineering of non-planar bridged-ethers: blue to red emission tuning and solution-processed OLED fabrication

Mater. Chem. Front., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5QM00902B, Research Article

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