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Author Adjizian, J.J.; De Marco, P.; Suarez-Martinez, I.; El Mel, A.A.; Snyders, R.; Gengler, R.Y.N.; Rudolf, P.; Ke, X.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Bittencourt, C.; Ewels, C.P.;
Title Platinum and palladium on carbon nanotubes : experimental and theoretical studies Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Chemical physics letters Abbreviated Journal Chem Phys Lett
Volume 571 Issue Pages 44-48
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Pristine and oxygen plasma functionalised carbon nanotubes (CNTs) were studied after the evaporation of Pt and Pd atoms. High resolution transmission electron microscopy shows the formation of metal nanoparticles at the CNT surface. Oxygen functional groups grafted by the plasma functionalization act as nucleation sites for metal nanoparticles. Analysis of the C1s core level spectra reveals that there is no covalent bonding between the Pt or Pd atoms and the CNT surface. Unlike other transition metals such as titanium and copper, neither Pd nor Pt show strong oxygen interaction or surface oxygen scavenging behaviour.
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Publisher Place of Publication Amsterdam Editor
Language Wos 000319109900007 Publication Date 2013-04-06
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0009-2614; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 1.815 Times cited 23 Open Access
Notes Countatoms; Cost Approved Most recent IF: 1.815; 2013 IF: 1.991
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:108706 Serial 2650
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Author Molina, L.; Egoavil, R.; Turner, S.; Thersleff, T.; Verbeeck, J.; Holzapfel, B.; Eibl, O.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title Interlayer structure in YBCO-coated conductors prepared by chemical solution deposition Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Superconductor science and technology Abbreviated Journal Supercond Sci Tech
Volume 26 Issue 7 Pages 075016-75018
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract The functionality of YBa2Cu3O7−δ (YBCO)-coated conductor technology depends on the reliability and microstructural properties of a given tape or wire architecture. Particularly, the interface to the metal tape is of interest since it determines the adhesion, mechanical stability of the film and thermal contact of the film to the substrate. A trifluoroacetate (TFA)metal organic deposition (MOD) prepared YBCO film deposited on a chemical solution-derived buffer layer architecture based on CeO2/La2Zr2O7 and grown on a flexible Ni5 at.%W substrate with a {100}⟨001⟩ biaxial texture was investigated. The YBCO film had a thickness was 440 nm and a jc of 1.02 MA cm−2 was determined at 77 K and zero external field. We present a sub-nanoscale analysis of a fully processed solution-derived YBCO-coated conductor by aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM) combined with electron energy-loss spectroscopy (EELS). For the first time, structural and chemical analysis of the valence has been carried out on the sub-nm scale. Intermixing of Ni, La, Ce, O and Ba takes place at these interfaces and gives rise to nanometer-sized interlayers which are a by-product of the sequential annealing process. Two distinct interfacial regions were analyzed in detail: (i) the YBCO/CeO2/La2Zr2O7 region (10 nm interlayer) and (ii) the La2Zr2O7/Ni5 at.%W substrate interface region (20 nm NiO). This is of particular significance for the functionality of these YBCO-coated conductor architectures grown by chemical solution deposition.
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Publisher Place of Publication Bristol Editor
Language Wos 000319973800024 Publication Date 2013-05-28
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0953-2048;1361-6668; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 2.878 Times cited 11 Open Access
Notes vortex; Countatoms; Fwo; Esteem2; esteem2jra2; esteem2jra3 ECASJO_; Approved Most recent IF: 2.878; 2013 IF: 2.796
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:108704UA @ admin @ c:irua:108704 Serial 1698
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Author Schouteden, K.; Zeng, Y.-J.; Lauwaet, K.; Romero, C.P.; Goris, B.; Bals, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Lievens, P.; Van Haesendonck, C.
Title Band structure quantization in nanometer sized ZnO clusters Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Nanoscale Abbreviated Journal Nanoscale
Volume 5 Issue 9 Pages 3757-3763
Keywords A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Nanometer sized ZnO clusters are produced in the gas phase and subsequently deposited on clean Au(111) surfaces under ultra-high vacuum conditions. The zinc blende atomic structure of the approximately spherical ZnO clusters is resolved by high resolution scanning transmission electron microscopy. The large band gap and weak n-type conductivity of individual clusters are determined by scanning tunnelling microscopy and spectroscopy at cryogenic temperatures. The conduction band is found to exhibit clear quantization into discrete energy levels, which can be related to finite-size effects reflecting the zero-dimensional confinement. Our findings illustrate that gas phase cluster production may provide unique possibilities for the controlled fabrication of high purity quantum dots and heterostructures that can be size selected prior to deposition on the desired substrate under controlled ultra-high vacuum conditions.
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Publisher Place of Publication Cambridge Editor
Language Wos 000317859400026 Publication Date 2013-03-05
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 2040-3364;2040-3372; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 7.367 Times cited 13 Open Access
Notes FWO; Hercules; COUNTATOMS Approved Most recent IF: 7.367; 2013 IF: 6.739
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:108518 Serial 219
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Author Berdonosov, P.S.; Akselrud, L.; Prots, Y.; Abakumov, A.M.; Smet, P.F.; Poelman, D.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Dolgikh, V.A.
Title Cs7Nd11(SeO3)12Cl16 : first noncentrosymmetric structure among alkaline-metal lanthanide selenite halides Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Inorganic chemistry Abbreviated Journal Inorg Chem
Volume 52 Issue 7 Pages 3611-3619
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Cs7Nd11(SeO3)(12)Cl-16, the complex selenite chloride of cesium and neodymium, was synthesized in the NdOCl-SeO2-CsCl system. The compound has been characterized using single-crystal X-ray diffraction, electron diffraction, transmission electron microscopy, luminescence spectroscopy, and second-harmonic-generation techniques. Cs7Nd11(SeO3)(12)Cl-16 crystallizes in an orthorhombic unit cell with a = 15.911(1) angstrom, b = 15.951(1) angstrom, and c = 25.860(1) angstrom and a noncentrosymmetric space group Pna2(1) (No. 33). The crystal structure of Cs7Nd11(SeO3)(12)Cl-16 can be represented as a stacking of Cs7Nd11(SeO3)(12) lamellas and CsCl-like layers. Because of the layered nature of the Cs7Nd11(SeO3)(12)Cl-16 structure, it features numerous planar defects originating from occasionally missing the CsCl-like layer and violating the perfect stacking of the Cs7Nd11(SeO3)(12)Cl-16 lamellas. Cs7Nd11(SeO3)(12)Cl-16 represents the first example of a noncentrosymmetric structure among alkaline-metal lanthanide selenite halides. Cs7Nd11(SeO3)(12)Cl-16 demonstrates luminescence emission in the near-IR region with reduced efficiency due to a high concentration of Nd3+ ions causing nonradiative cross-relaxation.
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Publisher Place of Publication Easton, Pa Editor
Language Wos 000317094300022 Publication Date 2013-03-11
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0020-1669;1520-510X; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 4.857 Times cited 10 Open Access
Notes Approved Most recent IF: 4.857; 2013 IF: 4.794
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:108482 Serial 3524
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Author Subban, C.V.; Ati, M.; Rousse, G.; Abakumov, A.M.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Janot, R.; Tarascon, J.-M.
Title Preparation, structure, and electrochemistry of layered polyanionic hydroxysulfates : LiMSO4OH (M = Fe, Co, Mn) electrodes for Li-Ion batteries Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Journal of the American Chemical Society Abbreviated Journal J Am Chem Soc
Volume 135 Issue 9 Pages 3653-3661
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract The Li-ion rechargeable battery, due to its high energy density, has driven remarkable advances in portable electronics. Moving toward more sustainable electrodes could make this technology even more attractive to large-volume applications. We present here a new family of 3d-metal hydroxysulfates of general formula LiMSO4OH (M = Fe, Co, and Mn) among which (i) LiFeSO4OH reversibly releases 0.7 Li+ at an average potential of 3.6 V vs Li+/Li-0, slightly higher than the potential of currently lauded LiFePO4 (3.45 V) electrode material, and (ii) LiCoSO4OH shows a redox activity at 4.7 V vs Li+/Li-0. Besides, these compounds can be easily made at temperatures near 200 degrees C via a synthesis process that enlists a new intermediate phase of composition M-3(SO4)(2)(OH)(2) (M = Fe, Co, Mn, and Ni), related to the mineral caminite. Structurally, we found that LiFeSO4OH is a layered phase unlike the previously reported 3.2 V tavorite LiFeSO4OH. This work should provide an impetus to experimentalists for designing better electrolytes to fully tap the capacity of high-voltage Co-based hydroxysulfates, and to theorists for providing a means to predict the electrochemical redox activity of two polymorphs.
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Publisher Place of Publication Washington, D.C. Editor
Language Wos 000315936700056 Publication Date 2013-02-01
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0002-7863;1520-5126; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 13.858 Times cited 53 Open Access
Notes Approved Most recent IF: 13.858; 2013 IF: 11.444
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:108283 Serial 2708
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Author Quintana, M.; López, A.M.; Rapino, S.; Toma, F.M.; Iurlo, M.; Carraro, M.; Sartorel, A.; Maccato, C.; Ke, X.; Bittencourt, C.; Da Ros, T.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Marcaccio, M.; Paolucci, F.; Prato, M.; Bonchio, M.;
Title Knitting the catalytic pattern of artificial photosynthesis to a hybrid graphene nanotexture Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication ACS nano Abbreviated Journal Acs Nano
Volume 7 Issue 1 Pages 811-817
Keywords A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract The artificial leaf project calls for new materials enabling multielectron catalysis with minimal overpotential, high turnover frequency, and long-term stability. Is graphene a better material than carbon nanotubes to enhance water oxidation catalysis for energy applications? Here we show that functionalized graphene with a tailored distribution of polycationic, quaternized, ammonium pendants provides an sp(2) carbon nanoplatform to anchor a totally inorganic tetraruthenate catalyst, mimicking the oxygen evolving center of natural PSII. The resulting hybrid material displays oxygen evolution at overpotential as low as 300 mV at neutral pH with negligible loss of performance after 4 h testing. This multilayer electroactive asset enhances the turnover frequency by 1 order of magnitude with respect to the isolated catalyst, and provides a definite up-grade of the carbon nanotube material, with a similar surface functionalization. Our innovation is based on a noninvasive, synthetic protocol for graphene functionalization that goes beyond the ill-defined oxidation-reduction methods, allowing a definite control of the surface properties.
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Language Wos 000314082800088 Publication Date 2012-12-17
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 1936-0851;1936-086X; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 13.942 Times cited 69 Open Access
Notes 246791 COUNTATOMS; 262348 ESMI; ESF Cost Action NanoTP MP0901 Approved Most recent IF: 13.942; 2013 IF: 12.033
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:107707 Serial 1766
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Author Abakumov, A.M.; Batuk, D.; Tsirlin, A.A.; Prescher, C.; Dubrovinsky, L.; Sheptyakov, D.V.; Schnelle, W.; Hadermann, J.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title Frustrated pentagonal Cairo lattice in the non-collinear antiferromagnet Bi4Fe5O13F Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Physical review : B : condensed matter and materials physics Abbreviated Journal Phys Rev B
Volume 87 Issue 2 Pages 024423-24429
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract We report on the crystal structure and magnetism of the iron-based oxyfluoride Bi4Fe5O13F, a material prototype of the Cairo pentagonal spin lattice. The crystal structure of Bi4Fe5O13F is determined by a combination of neutron diffraction, synchrotron x-ray diffraction, and transmission electron microscopy. It comprises layers of FeO6 octahedra and FeO4 tetrahedra forming deformed pentagonal units. The topology of these layers resembles a pentagonal least-perimeter tiling, which is known as the Cairo lattice. This topology gives rise to frustrated exchange couplings and underlies a sequence of magnetic transitions at T-1 = 62 K, T-2 = 71 K, and T-N = 178 K, as determined by thermodynamic measurements and neutron diffraction. Below T-1, Bi4Fe5O13F forms a fully ordered non-collinear antiferromagnetic structure, whereas the magnetic state between T-1 and T-N may be partially disordered according to the sizable increase in the magnetic entropy at T-1 and T-2. Bi4Fe5O13F reveals unanticipated magnetic transitions on the pentagonal Cairo spin lattice and calls for a further work on finite-temperature properties of this strongly frustrated spin model. DOI: 10.1103/PhysRevB.87.024423
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Language Wos 000314224800002 Publication Date 2013-02-01
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 1098-0121;1550-235X; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.836 Times cited 17 Open Access
Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.836; 2013 IF: 3.664
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:107688 Serial 1293
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Author Ding, J.F.; Lebedev, O.I.; Turner, S.; Tian, Y.F.; Hu, W.J.; Seo, J.W.; Panagopoulos, C.; Prellier, W.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Wu, T.
Title Interfacial spin glass state and exchange bias in manganite bilayers with competing magnetic orders Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Physical review : B : condensed matter and materials physics Abbreviated Journal Phys Rev B
Volume 87 Issue 5 Pages 054428-7
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract The magnetic properties of manganite bilayers composed of G-type antiferromagnetic (AFM) SrMnO3 and double-exchange ferromagnetic (FM) La0.7Sr0.3MnO3 are studied. A spin-glass state is observed as a result of competing magnetic orders and spin frustration at the La0.7Sr0.3MnO3/SrMnO3 interface. The dependence of the irreversible temperature on the cooling magnetic field follows the Almeida-Thouless line. Although an ideal G-type AFM SrMnO3 is featured with a compensated spin configuration, the bilayers exhibit exchange bias below the spin glass freezing temperature, which is much lower than the Néel temperature of SMO, indicating that the exchange bias is strongly correlated with the spin glass state. The results indicate that the spin frustration that originates from the competition between the AFM super-exchange and the FM double-exchange interactions can induce a strong magnetic anisotropy at the La0.7Sr0.3MnO3/SrMnO3 interface.
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Language Wos 000315271200002 Publication Date 2013-02-22
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 1098-0121;1550-235X; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.836 Times cited 98 Open Access
Notes FWO; COUNTATOMS; Hercules Approved Most recent IF: 3.836; 2013 IF: 3.664
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:107349 Serial 1696
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Author Filippousi, M.; Papadimitriou, S.A.; Bikiaris, D.N.; Pavlidou, E.; Angelakeris, M.; Zamboulis, D.; Tian, H.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title Novel coreshell magnetic nanoparticles for Taxol encapsulation in biodegradable and biocompatible block copolymers : preparation, characterization and release properties Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication International journal of pharmaceutics Abbreviated Journal Int J Pharmaceut
Volume 448 Issue 1 Pages 221-230
Keywords A1 Journal article; Pharmacology. Therapy; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Theranostic polymeric nanocarriers loaded with anticancer drug Taxol and superparamagnetic iron oxide nanocrystals have been developed for possible magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) use and cancer therapy. Multifunctional nanocarriers with a coreshell structure have been prepared by coating superparamagnetic Fe3O4 nanoparticles with block copolymer of poly(ethylene glycol)-b-poly(propylene succinate) with variable molecular weights of the hydrophobic block poly(prolylene succinate). The multifunctional polymer nano-vehicles were prepared using a nanoprecipitation method. Scanning transmission electron microscopy revealed the encapsulation of magnetic nanoparticles inside the polymeric matrix. Energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy and electron energy loss spectroscopy mapping allowed us to determine the presence of the different material ingredients in a quantitative way. The diameter of the nanoparticles is below 250 nm yielding satisfactory encapsulation efficiency. The nanoparticles exhibit a biphasic drug release pattern in vitro over 15 days depending on the molecular weight of the hydrophobic part of the polymer matrix. These new systems where anti-cancer therapeutics like Taxol and iron oxide nanoparticles (IOs) are co-encapsulated into new facile polymeric nanoparticles, could be addressed as potential multifunctional vehicles for simultaneous drug delivery and targeting imaging as well as real time monitoring of therapeutic effects.
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Publisher Place of Publication Amsterdam Editor
Language Wos 000319052000026 Publication Date 2013-03-21
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0378-5173; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.649 Times cited 29 Open Access
Notes Countatoms Approved Most recent IF: 3.649; 2013 IF: 3.785
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:107348 Serial 2374
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Author Tsoufis, T.; Georgakilas, V.; Ke, X.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Rudolf, P.; Gournis, D.
Title Incorporation of pure fullerene into organoclays : towards C60-pillared clay structures Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Chemistry: a European journal Abbreviated Journal Chem-Eur J
Volume 19 Issue 24 Pages 7937-7943
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract In this work, we demonstrate the successful incorporation of pure fullerene from solution into two-dimensional layered aluminosilicate minerals. Pure fullerenes are insoluble in water and neutral in terms of charge, hence they cannot be introduced into the clay galleries by ion exchange or intercalation from water solution. To overcome this bottleneck, we organically modified the clay with quaternary amines by using well-established reactions in clay science in order to expand the interlayer space and render the galleries organophilic. During the reaction with the fullerene solution, the organic solvent could enter into the clay galleries, thus transferring along the fullerene molecules. Furthermore, we demonstrate that the surfactant molecules, can be selectively removed by either simple ion-exchange reaction (e.g., interaction with Al(NO3)3 solution to replace the surfactant molecules with Al3+ ions) or thermal treatment (heating at 350 °C) to obtain novel fullerene-pillared clay structures exhibiting enhanced surface area. The synthesized hybrid materials were characterized in detail by a combination of experimental techniques including powder X-ray diffraction, transmission electron microscopy, X-ray photoemission, and UV/Vis spectroscopy as well as thermal analysis and nitrogen adsorptiondesorption measurements. The reported fullerene-pillared clay structures constitute a new hybrid system with very promising potential for the use in areas such as gas storage and/or gas separation due to their high surface area.
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Publisher Place of Publication Weinheim Editor
Language Wos 000319825500035 Publication Date 2013-04-15
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0947-6539; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 5.317 Times cited 3 Open Access
Notes 262348 Esmi; 246791 Countatoms Approved Most recent IF: 5.317; 2013 IF: 5.696
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:107347 Serial 1599
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Author Van Aert, S.; Turner, S.; Delville, R.; Schryvers, D.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Ding, X.; Salje, E.K.H.
Title Functional twin boundaries Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Phase transitions Abbreviated Journal Phase Transit
Volume 86 Issue 11 Pages 1052-1059
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Functional interfaces are at the core of research in the emerging field of domain boundary engineering where polar, conducting, chiral, and other interfaces and twin boundaries have been discovered. Ferroelectricity was found in twin walls of paraelectric CaTiO3. We show that the effect of functional interfaces can be optimized if the number of twin boundaries is increased in densely twinned materials. Such materials can be produced by shear in the ferroelastic phase rather than by rapid quench from the paraelastic phase.
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Publisher Place of Publication New York Editor
Language Wos 000327475900002 Publication Date 2013-01-16
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0141-1594;1029-0338; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 1.06 Times cited 5 Open Access
Notes Approved Most recent IF: 1.06; 2013 IF: 1.044
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:107344 Serial 1304
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Author Ke, X.; Bittencourt, C.; Bals, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title Low-dose patterning of platinum nanoclusters on carbon nanotubes by focused-electron-beam-induced deposition as studied by TEM Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Beilstein journal of nanotechnology Abbreviated Journal Beilstein J Nanotech
Volume 4 Issue Pages 77-86
Keywords A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Focused-electron-beam-induced deposition (FEBID) is used as a direct-write approach to decorate ultrasmall Pt nanoclusters on carbon nanotubes at selected sites in a straightforward maskless manner. The as-deposited nanostructures are studied by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) in 2D and 3D, demonstrating that the Pt nanoclusters are well-dispersed, covering the selected areas of the CNT surface completely. The ability of FEBID to graft nanoclusters on multiple sides, through an electron-transparent target within one step, is unique as a physical deposition method. Using high-resolution TEM we have shown that the CNT structure can be well preserved thanks to the low dose used in FEBID. By tuning the electron-beam parameters, the density and distribution of the nanoclusters can be controlled. The purity of as-deposited nanoclusters can be improved by low-energy electron irradiation at room temperature.
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Publisher Place of Publication Editor
Language Wos 000314499700001 Publication Date 2013-02-04
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 2190-4286; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.127 Times cited 12 Open Access
Notes 262348 ESMI; 246791 COUNTATOMS; FWO G002410N; ESF Cost Action NanoTP MP0901 Approved Most recent IF: 3.127; 2013 IF: 2.332
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:106187 Serial 1848
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Author Verheyen, E.; Jo, C.; Kurttepeli, M.; Vanbutsele, G.; Gobechiya, E.; Korányi, T.I.; Bals, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Ryoo, R.; Kirschhock, C.E.A.; Martens, J.A.;
Title Molecular shape-selectivity of MFI zeolite nanosheets in n-decane isomerization and hydrocracking Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Journal of catalysis Abbreviated Journal J Catal
Volume 300 Issue Pages 70-80
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract MFI zeolite nanosheets with thickness of 2 and 8 nm were synthesized, transformed into bifunctional catalysts by loading with platinum and tested in n-decane isomerization and hydrocracking. Detailed analysis of skeletal isomers and hydrocracked products revealed that the MFI nanosheets display transition-state shape-selectivity similar to bulk MFI zeolite crystals. The suppressed formation of bulky skeletal isomers and C5 cracking products are observed both in the nanosheets and the bulk crystals grown in three dimensions. This is typical for restricted transition-state shape-selectivity, characteristic for the MFI type pores. It is a first clear example of transition-state shape-selectivity inside a zeolitic nanosheet. Owing to the short diffusion path across the sheets, expression of diffusion-based discrimination of reaction products in the MFI nanosheets was limited. The 2-methylnonane formation among monobranched C10 isomers and 2,7-dimethyloctane among dibranched C10 isomers, which in MFI zeolite are favored by product diffusion, was much less favored on the nanosheets compared to the reference bulk ZSM-5 material.
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Publisher Place of Publication San Diego, Calif. Editor
Language Wos 000317558000009 Publication Date 2013-02-07
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0021-9517; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 6.844 Times cited 121 Open Access
Notes Methusalem; IAP; Countatoms Approved Most recent IF: 6.844; 2013 IF: 6.073
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:106186 Serial 2181
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Author Batuk, M.; Batuk, D.; Tsirlin, A.A.; Rozova, M.G.; Antipov, E.V.; Hadermann, J.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title Homologous series of layered perovskites An+1BnO3n-1Cl : crystal and magnetic structure of a new oxychloride Pb4BiFe4O11Cl Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Inorganic chemistry Abbreviated Journal Inorg Chem
Volume 52 Issue 4 Pages 2208-2218
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract The nuclear and magnetic structure of a novel oxychloride Pb4BiFe4O11Cl has been studied over the temperature range 1.5700 K using a combination of transmission electron microscopy and synchrotron and neutron powder diffraction [space group P4/mbm, a = 5.5311(1) Å, c = 19.586(1) Å, T = 300 K]. Pb4BiFe4O11Cl is built of truncated (Pb,Bi)3Fe4O11 quadruple perovskite blocks separated by CsCl-type (Pb,Bi)2Cl slabs. The perovskite blocks consist of two layers of FeO6 octahedra located between two layers of FeO5 tetragonal pyramids. The FeO6 octahedra rotate about the c axis, resulting in a √2ap × √2ap × c superstructure. Below TN = 595(17) K, Pb4BiFe4O11Cl adopts a G-type antiferromagnetic structure with the iron magnetic moments confined to the ab plane. The ordered magnetic moments at 1.5 K are 3.93(3) and 3.62(4) μB on the octahedral and square-pyramidal iron sites, respectively. Pb4BiFe4O11Cl can be considered a member of the perovskite-based An+1BnO3n1Cl homologous series (A = Pb/Bi; B = Fe) with n = 4. The formation of a subsequent member of the series with n = 5 is also demonstrated.
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Publisher Place of Publication Easton, Pa Editor
Language Wos 000315255200067 Publication Date 2013-02-05
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0020-1669;1520-510X; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 4.857 Times cited 6 Open Access
Notes Countatoms Approved Most recent IF: 4.857; 2013 IF: 4.794
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:106185 Serial 1486
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Author He, Z.B.; Deng, G.; Tian, H.; Xu, Q.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title 90° Rotation of orbital stripes in bilayer manganite PrCa2Mn2O7 studied by in situ transmission electron microscopy Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Journal of solid state chemistry Abbreviated Journal J Solid State Chem
Volume 200 Issue Pages 287-293
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract We present an in situ transmission electron microscopy study on the half-doped bilayer manganite PrCa2Mn2O7 to reveal the rotation process of the orbital stripes. Between the reported initial and final ordering phases, we identified an intermediate state with two sets of satellite spots to bridge the 90° rotation of the orbital stripes. Furthermore, we determined that the rotation of the orbital stripes does not always occur. Some restricted conditions for the orbital rotation to occur were found and reasons are discussed.
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Publisher Place of Publication London Editor
Language Wos 000317158000043 Publication Date 2013-02-08
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
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ISSN 0022-4596; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 2.299 Times cited 5 Open Access
Notes Countatoms Approved Most recent IF: 2.299; 2013 IF: 2.200
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:106183 Serial 20
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Author Maignan, A.; Singh, K.; Simon, C.; Lebedev, O.I.; Martin, C.; Tan, H.; Verbeeck, J.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title Magnetic and magnetodielectric properties of erbium iron garnet ceramic Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Journal of applied physics Abbreviated Journal J Appl Phys
Volume 113 Issue 3 Pages 033905-5
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract An Er3Fe5O12 ceramic has been sintered in oxygen atmosphere at 1400 °C for dielectric measurements. Its structural quality at room temperature has been checked by combining transmission electron microscopy and X-ray diffraction. It crystallizes in the cubic space group Ia3d with a = 12.3488(1). The dielectric permittivity ([variantgreekepsilon]′) and losses (tan δ) measurements as a function of temperature reveal the existence of two anomalies, a broad one between 110 K and 80 K, attributed to the Er3+ spin reorientation, and a second sharper feature at about 45 K associated to the appearance of irreversibility on the magnetic susceptibility curves. In contrast to the lack of magnetic field impact on [variantgreekepsilon]′ for the former anomaly, a complex magnetic field effect has been evidenced below 45 K. The isothermal [variantgreekepsilon]′(H) curves show the existence of positive magnetodielectric effect, reaching a maximum of 0.14% at 3 T and 10 K. Its magnitude decreases as H is further increased. Interestingly, for the lowest H values, a linear regime in the [variantgreekepsilon]′(H) curve is observed. From this experimental study, it is concluded that the [variantgreekepsilon]′ anomaly, starting above the compensation temperature Tc (75 K) and driven by the internal magnetic field, is not sensitive to an applied external magnetic field. Thus, below 45 K, it is the magnetic structure which is responsible for the coupling between spin and charge in this iron garnet.
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Publisher American Institute of Physics Place of Publication New York, N.Y. Editor
Language Wos 000313670600042 Publication Date 2013-01-16
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0021-8979; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 2.068 Times cited 15 Open Access
Notes Vortex; Countatoms ECASJO_; Approved Most recent IF: 2.068; 2013 IF: 2.185
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:106182UA @ admin @ c:irua:106182 Serial 1861
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Author Turner, S.; Lebedev, O.I.; Verbeeck, J.; Gehrke, K.; Moshnyaga, V.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title Structural phase transition and spontaneous interface reconstruction in La2/3Ca1/3MnO3/BaTiO3 superlattices Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Physical review : B : condensed matter and materials physics Abbreviated Journal Phys Rev B
Volume 87 Issue 3 Pages 035418-8
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract (La2/3Ca1/3MnO3)n/(BaTiO3)m (LCMOn/BTOm) superlattices on MgO and SrTiO3 substrates with different layer thicknesses (n = 10, 38, 40 and m = 5, 18, 20) have been grown by metal organic aerosol deposition (MAD) and have been fully characterized down to the atomic scale to study the interface characteristics. Scanning transmission electron microscopy combined with spatially resolved electron energy-loss spectroscopy provides clear evidence for the existence of atomically sharp interfaces in MAD grown films, which exhibit epitaxial growth conditions, a uniform normal strain, and a fully oxidized state. Below a critical layer thickness the LCMO structure is found to change from the bulk Pnma symmetry to a pseudocubic R3̅ c symmetry. An atomically flat interface reconstruction consisting of a single Ca-rich atomic layer is observed on the compressively strained BTO on LCMO interface, which is thought to partially neutralize the total charge from the alternating polar atomic layers in LCMO as well as relieving strain at the interface. No interface reconstruction is observed at the tensile strained LCMO on BTO interface.
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Publisher Place of Publication Editor
Language Wos 000313940400008 Publication Date 2013-01-23
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 1098-0121;1550-235X; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.836 Times cited 12 Open Access
Notes FWO; Hercules; Countatoms Approved Most recent IF: 3.836; 2013 IF: 3.664
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:106180 Serial 3245
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Author Kalidindi, S.B.; Wiktor, C.; Ramakrishnan, A.; Weßing, J.; Schneemann, A.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Fischer, R.A.
Title Lewis base mediated efficient synthesis and solvation-like host-guest chemistry of covalent organic framework-1 Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Chemical communications Abbreviated Journal Chem Commun
Volume 49 Issue 5 Pages 463-465
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract N-Lewis base mediated room temperature synthesis of covalent organic frameworks (COFs) starting from a solution of building blocks instead of partially soluble building blocks was developed. This protocol shifts COF synthetic chemistry from sealed tubes to open beakers. Non-conventional inclusion compounds of COF-1 were obtained by vapor phase infiltration of ferrocene and azobenzene, and solvation like effects were established.
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Publisher Place of Publication London Editor
Language Wos 000312193100007 Publication Date 2012-11-06
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 1359-7345;1364-548X; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 6.319 Times cited 17 Open Access
Notes 262348 Esmi Approved Most recent IF: 6.319; 2013 IF: 6.718
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105953 Serial 1815
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Author Van Aert, S.; de Backer, A.; Martinez, G.T.; Goris, B.; Bals, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Rosenauer, A.
Title Procedure to count atoms with trustworthy single-atom sensitivity Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Physical review : B : condensed matter and materials physics Abbreviated Journal Phys Rev B
Volume 87 Issue 6 Pages 064107-6
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract We report a method to reliably count the number of atoms from high-angle annular dark field scanning transmission electron microscopy images. A model-based analysis of the experimental images is used to measure scattering cross sections at the atomic level. The high sensitivity of these measurements in combination with a thorough statistical analysis enables us to count atoms with single-atom sensitivity. The validity of the results is confirmed by means of detailed image simulations. We will show that the method can be applied to nanocrystals of arbitrary shape, size, and atom type without the need for a priori knowledge about the atomic structure.
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Language Wos 000315144700006 Publication Date 2013-02-20
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 1098-0121;1550-235X; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.836 Times cited 106 Open Access
Notes FWO; 262348 ESMI; 312483 ESTEEM2;246791 COUNTATOMS; Hercules 3; esteem2_jra2 Approved Most recent IF: 3.836; 2013 IF: 3.664
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105674 Serial 2718
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Author Turner, S.; Egoavil, R.; Batuk, M.; Abakumov, A.A.; Hadermann, J.; Verbeeck, J.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title Site-specific mapping of transition metal oxygen coordination in complex oxides Type A1 Journal article
Year 2012 Publication Applied physics letters Abbreviated Journal Appl Phys Lett
Volume 101 Issue 24 Pages 241910
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract We demonstrate site-specific mapping of the oxygen coordination number for transition metals in complex oxides using atomically resolved electron energy-loss spectroscopy in an aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscope. Pb2Sr2Bi2Fe6O16 contains iron with a constant Fe3+ valency in both octahedral and tetragonal pyramidal coordination and is selected to demonstrate the principle of site-specific coordination mapping. Analysis of the site-specific Fe-L2,3 data reveals distinct variations in the fine structure that are attributed to Fe in a six-fold (octahedron) or five-fold (distorted tetragonal pyramid) oxygen coordination. Using these variations, atomic resolution coordination maps are generated that are in excellent agreement with simulations.
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Publisher American Institute of Physics Place of Publication New York, N.Y. Editor
Language Wos 000312490000035 Publication Date 2012-12-12
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0003-6951; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.411 Times cited 12 Open Access
Notes Fwo; Countatoms; Vortex; Esteem 312483; esteem2jra3 ECASJO; Approved Most recent IF: 3.411; 2012 IF: 3.794
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105302UA @ admin @ c:irua:105302 Serial 3030
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Author Maccato, C.; Simon, Q.; Carraro, G.; Barreca, D.; Gasparotto, A.; Lebedev, O.I.; Turner, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title Zinc and copper oxides functionalized with metal nanoparticles : an insight into their nano-organization Type A1 Journal article
Year 2012 Publication Journal of advanced microscopy research Abbreviated Journal
Volume 7 Issue 2 Pages 84-90
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Ag/ZnO and Au/CuxO (x = 1, 2) nanocomposites supported on Si(100) and polycrystalline Al2O3 were synthesised by hybrid approaches, combining chemical vapor deposition (either thermal or plasma-assisted) of host oxide matrices and subsequent radio frequency-sputtering of guest metal particles. The influence of the adopted synthetic parameters on the nanocomposite morphological and compositional features was investigated by field emission-scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. Results confirm the synthesis of ZnO and CuxO nanoarchitectures, characterized by a tailored morphology and an intimate metal/oxide contact. A careful control of the processing conditions enabled a fine tuning of the mutual constituent distribution, opening thus attractive perspectives for the engineering of advanced nanomaterials.
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Publisher Place of Publication Editor
Language Wos Publication Date 2012-12-04
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 2156-7573;2156-7581; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record
Impact Factor Times cited Open Access
Notes Esteem Approved Most recent IF: NA
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105298 Serial 3932
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Author Sánchez-Iglesias, A.; Grzelczak, M.; Altantzis, T.; Goris, B.; Pérez-Juste, J.; Bals, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Donaldson, S.H.; Chmelka, B.F.; Israelachvili, J.N.; Liz-Marzán, L.M.;
Title Hydrophobic interactions modulate self-assembly of nanoparticles Type A1 Journal article
Year 2012 Publication ACS nano Abbreviated Journal Acs Nano
Volume 6 Issue 12 Pages 11059-11065
Keywords A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Hydrophobic interactions constitute one of the most important types of nonspecific interactions in biological systems, which emerge when water molecules rearrange as two hydrophobic species come close to each other. The prediction of hydrophobic interactions at the level of nanoparticles (Brownian objects) remains challenging because of uncontrolled diffusive motion of the particles. We describe here a general methodology for solvent-induced, reversible self-assembly of gold nanoparticles into 3D clusters with well-controlled sizes. A theoretical description of the process confirmed that hydrophobic interactions are the main driving force behind nanoparticle aggregation.
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Publisher Place of Publication Editor
Language Wos 000312563600070 Publication Date 2012-11-28
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 1936-0851;1936-086X; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 13.942 Times cited 311 Open Access
Notes 267867 Plasma Quo; 246791 Countatoms; 262348 Esmi Approved Most recent IF: 13.942; 2012 IF: 12.062
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105292 Serial 1538
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Author Verbeeck, J.; Tian, H.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title How to manipulate nanoparticles with an electron beam? Type A1 Journal article
Year 2013 Publication Advanced materials Abbreviated Journal Adv Mater
Volume 25 Issue 8 Pages 1114-1117
Keywords A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
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Publisher Place of Publication Weinheim Editor
Language Wos 000315102600003 Publication Date 2012-11-26
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0935-9648; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 19.791 Times cited 75 Open Access
Notes FWO; VORTEX; Countatoms ECASJO_; Approved Most recent IF: 19.791; 2013 IF: 15.409
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105287UA @ admin @ c:irua:105287 Serial 1494
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Author Vandebroek, M.; Belis, J.; Louter, C.; Van Tendeloo, G.
Title Experimental validation of edge strength model for glass with polished and cut edge finishing Type A1 Journal article
Year 2012 Publication Engineering fracture mechanics Abbreviated Journal Eng Fract Mech
Volume 96 Issue Pages 480-489
Keywords A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract In literature, the experimental validation of a glass edge strength model is lacking. Therefore, in this study, an edge strength model was established and validated. The short-term parameters of the edge strength model, i.e. the flaw geometry and depth, were determined by means of testing at a high stress rate. This was done for polished and cut edges. Next, the strength model, including subcritical crack growth, was established. Finally, the edge strength model was validated by the test results at a low stress rate. The assessed model was found to be slightly conservative, compared to the test results.
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Publisher Place of Publication Oxford Editor
Language Wos 000313384300034 Publication Date 2012-09-04
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0013-7944; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 2.151 Times cited 15 Open Access
Notes Approved Most recent IF: 2.151; 2012 IF: 1.413
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105285 Serial 1145
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Author Quintana, M.; Grzelczak, M.; Spyrou, K.; Kooi, B.; Bals, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Rudolf, P.; Prato, M.
Title Production of large graphene sheets by exfoliation of graphite under high power ultrasound in the presence of tiopronin Type A1 Journal article
Year 2012 Publication Chemical communications Abbreviated Journal Chem Commun
Volume 48 Issue 100 Pages 12159-12161
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Under ultrasonication, the production of high quality graphene layers by exfoliation of graphite was achieved via addition of tiopronin as an antioxidant.
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Publisher Place of Publication London Editor
Language Wos 000311411100003 Publication Date 2012-10-09
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 1359-7345;1364-548X; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 6.319 Times cited 39 Open Access
Notes This work was financially supported by the University of Trieste, INSTM, Italian Ministry of Education MIUR (cofin Prot. 20085M27SS) and by the "Graphene-based electronics'' research program of the Foundation for Fundamental Research on Matter (FOM). Part of this work was supported by funding from the ERC grant No 246791COUNTATOMS. MQ acknowledges the financial support from CONACyT CB-2011-01-166914 and FAI-UASLP. Approved Most recent IF: 6.319; 2012 IF: 6.378
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105230 Serial 2724
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Author Ati, M.; Sathiya, M.; Boulineau, S.; Reynaud, M.; Abakumov, A.; Rousse, G.; Melot, B.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Tarascon, J.-M.
Title Understanding and promoting the rapid preparation of the triplite-phase of LiFeSO4F for use as a large-potential Fe cathode Type A1 Journal article
Year 2012 Publication Journal of the American Chemical Society Abbreviated Journal J Am Chem Soc
Volume 134 Issue 44 Pages 18380-18387
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract The development of new electrode materials, which are composed of Earth-abundant elements and that can be made via eco-efficient processes, is becoming absolutely necessary for reasons of sustainable production. The 3.9 V triplite-phase of LiFeSO4F, compared to the 3.6 V tavorite-phase, could satisfy this requirement provided the currently complex synthetic pathway can be simplified. Here, we present our work aiming at better understanding the reaction mechanism that govern its formation as a way to optimize its preparation. We first demonstrate, using complementary X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy studies, that triplite-LiFeSO4F can nucleate from tavorite-LiFeSO4F via a reconstructive process whose kinetics are significantly influenced by moisture and particle morphology. Perhaps the most spectacular finding is that it is possible to prepare electrochemically active triplite-LiFeSO4F from anhydrous precursors using either reactive spark plasma sintering (SPS) synthesis in a mere 20 min at 320 degrees C or room temperature ball milling for 3 h. These new pathways appear to be strongly driven by the easy formation of a disordered phase with higher entropy, as both techniques trigger disorder via rapid annealing steps or defect creation. Although a huge number of phases adopts the tavorite structure-type, this new finding offers both a potential way to prepare new compositions in the triplite structure and a wealth of opportunities for the synthesis of new materials which could benefit many domains beyond energy storage.
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Publisher Place of Publication Washington, D.C. Editor
Language Wos 000310720900041 Publication Date 2012-10-12
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0002-7863;1520-5126; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 13.858 Times cited 36 Open Access
Notes Approved Most recent IF: 13.858; 2012 IF: 10.677
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105147 Serial 3802
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Author Bittencourt, C.; Krüger, P.; Lagos, M.J.; Ke, X.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Ewels, C.; Umek, P.; Guttmann, P.
Title Towards atomic resolution in sodium titanate nanotubes using near-edge X-ray-absorption fine-structure spectromicroscopy combined with multichannel multiple-scattering calculations Type A1 Journal article
Year 2012 Publication Beilstein journal of nanotechnology Abbreviated Journal Beilstein J Nanotech
Volume 3 Issue Pages 789-797
Keywords A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Recent advances in near-edge X-ray-absorption fine-structure spectroscopy coupled with transmission X-ray microscopy (NEXAFS-TXM) allow large-area mapping investigations of individual nano-objects with spectral resolution up to E/Delta E = 104 and spatial resolution approaching 10 nm. While the state-of-the-art spatial resolution of X-ray microscopy is limited by nanostructuring process constrains of the objective zone plate, we show here that it is possible to overcome this through close coupling with high-level theoretical modelling. Taking the example of isolated bundles of hydrothermally prepared sodium titanate nanotubes ((Na,H)TiNTs) we are able to unravel the complex nanoscale structure from the NEXAFS-TXM data using multichannel multiple-scattering calculations, to the extent of being able to associate specific spectral features in the O K-edge and Ti L-edge with oxygen atoms in distinct sites within the lattice. These can even be distinguished from the contribution of different hydroxyl groups to the electronic structure of the (Na,H)TiNTs.
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Publisher Place of Publication Editor
Language Wos 000311482400001 Publication Date 2012-11-23
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 2190-4286; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 3.127 Times cited 13 Open Access
Notes Approved Most recent IF: 3.127; 2012 IF: 2.374
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:105140 Serial 3684
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Author Krekels, T.; Zou, H.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Wagener, D.; Buchgeister, M.; Hosseini, S.M.; Herzog, P.
Title Ortho-II structure in ABa2Cu3O7-\delta compounds (A=Er, Nd, Pr, Sm, Yb) Type A1 Journal article
Year 1992 Publication Physica: C : superconductivity Abbreviated Journal Physica C
Volume 196 Issue 3-4 Pages 363-368
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract Oxygen ordering has been investigated in superconducting ABa2Cu3O7-delta ceramic materials with A = Er, Nd, Sm and Yb, as well as in samples of this type with the rate earth A partially substituted by Pr. The critical temperature T(c) was determined as a function of the oxygen deficiency-delta of the compound and the corresponding microstructures were investigated by electron diffraction and electron microscopy. A distinct relationship exists between the width of the 60 K plateau and the ortho II ordering. Our results show that the ortho II ordered phase is the superconducting phase with a characteristic T(c) of 60 K.
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Publisher Place of Publication Amsterdam Editor
Language Wos A1992JC73400021 Publication Date 2002-10-17
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0921-4534; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 0.942 Times cited 52 Open Access
Notes Approved PHYSICS, APPLIED 28/145 Q1 #
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:104547 Serial 2531
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Author Martin, C.; Hervieu, M.; Huvé, M.; Michel, C.; Maignan, A.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Raveau, B.
Title Lead-mercury-based superconductors – the 1212-cuprate Pb0.7Hg0.3Sr2+xCa0.7Nd0.3-xCu2O7-\delta and the new oxycarbonate Pb0.7Hg0.3Sr4Cu2CO3O7 Type A1 Journal article
Year 1994 Publication Physica: C : superconductivity Abbreviated Journal Physica C
Volume 222 Issue 1-2 Pages 19-26
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract A new superconducting mercury oxycarbonate, Pb0.7Hg0.3Sr4Cu2CO3O7, has been synthesized. This tetragonal phase (a = 3.824 angstrom, c= 16.468 angstrom) consists of an intergrowth of two nonsuperconducting compounds, Sr2CuO2CO3 and Pb0.7Hg0.3Sr2CuO5. It exhibits after optimization a critical temperature of 70 K, with a sharp transition and a superconducting volume fraction of 50%. Its behavior can be compared to that of thallium oxycarbonates previously isolated. This study is completed by a reinvestigation of the 1212 cuprate of the system Hg-Pb-Sr-Ca-Nd-Cu. A superconducting phase with the 1212 structure, similar to that previously obtained but with a significantly different composition, Pb0.7Hg0.3Sr2+xCa0.7Nd0.3-xCu2O7, has been obtained, with a T(c onset) of 100 K. The behavior of the latter is compared with other lead-based 1212 cuprates.
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Publisher Place of Publication Amsterdam Editor
Language Wos A1994NB49400004 Publication Date 2002-10-17
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0921-4534; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 0.942 Times cited 49 Open Access
Notes Approved no
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:104517 Serial 1813
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Author Amelinckx, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; van Landuyt, J.
Title The study of high Tc-superconducting materials by electron microscopy and electron diffraction Type A1 Journal article
Year 1991 Publication Superconductor science and technology T2 – SATELLITE CONF TO THE 19TH INTERNATIONAL CONF ON LOW TEMPERATURE PHYSICS : HIGH TEMPERATURE SUPERCONDUCTIVITY, AUG 13-15, 1990, QUEENS COLL, CAMBRIDGE, ENGLAND Abbreviated Journal Supercond Sci Tech
Volume 4 Issue s:[1] Pages S19-S34
Keywords A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT)
Abstract A survey is given of the application of different electron microscopic techniques to the study of structural features of high T(c)-superconducting materials. Emphasis is laid in this contribution on those structural aspects for the study of which electron microscopy has been essential or has contributed to a significant extent.
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Publisher Place of Publication Bristol Editor
Language Wos A1991FA42000004 Publication Date 2002-08-25
Series Editor Series Title Abbreviated Series Title
Series Volume Series Issue Edition
ISSN 0953-2048;1361-6668; ISBN Additional Links (down) UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles
Impact Factor 2.325 Times cited 2 Open Access
Notes Approved PHYSICS, APPLIED 47/145 Q2 #
Call Number UA @ lucian @ c:irua:104503 Serial 3596
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