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Author | Trolliard, G.; Benmechta, R.; Mercurio, D.; Lebedev, O.I. | ||||
Title | The determination of the interface structure between ionocovalent compounds: the general case study of the Al2O3/ZrO2 large mis-fit system | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2006 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 16 | Issue | 36 | Pages ![]() |
3640-3650 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000240501100009 | Publication Date | 2006-08-23 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 6 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:60793 | Serial | 677 | ||
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Author | Mlinar, V.; Peeters, F.M. | ||||
Title | A three-dimensional model for artificial atoms and molecules: influence of substrate orientation and magnetic field dependence | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2007 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 17 | Issue | 35 | Pages ![]() |
3687-3695 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000249080100013 | Publication Date | 2007-07-16 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 7 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:66124 | Serial | 3653 | ||
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Author | Bretos, I.; Schneller, T.; Falter, M.; Baecker, M.; Hollmann, E.; Woerdenweber, R.; Molina-Luna, L.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Eibl, O. | ||||
Title | Solution-derived YBa2Cu3O7-\delta (YBCO) superconducting films with BaZrO3 (BZO) nanodots based on reverse micelle stabilized nanoparticles | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2015 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry C : materials for optical and electronic devices | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem C |
Volume | 3 | Issue | 3 | Pages ![]() |
3971-3979 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Superconducting YBa2Cu3O7-delta (YBCO) films with artificial BaZrO3 (BZO) nanodots were prepared using a chemical solution deposition method involving hybrid solutions composed of trifluoroacetate-based YBCO precursors and reverse micelle stabilized BZO nanoparticle dispersions. Microemulsion-mediated synthesis was used to obtain nano-sized (similar to 12 nm) and mono-dispersed BZO nanoparticles that preserve their features once introduced into the YBCO solution, as revealed by dynamic light scattering. Phase pure, epitaxial YBCO films with randomly oriented BZO nanodots distributed over their whole microstructure were grown from the hybrid solutions on (100) LaAlO3 substrates. The morphology of the YBCO-BZO nanocomposite films was strongly influenced by the amount of nanoparticles incorporated into the system, with contents ranging from 5 to 40 mol%. Scanning electron microscopy showed a high density of isolated second-phase defects consisting of BZO nanodots in the nanocomposite film with 10 mol% of BZO. Furthermore, a direct observation and quantitative analysis of lattice defects in the form of interfacial edge dislocations directly induced by the BZO nanodots was evidenced by transmission electron microscopy. The superconducting properties (77 K) of the YBCO films improved considerably by the presence of such nanodots, which seem to enhance the morphology of the sample and therefore the intergranular critical properties. The incorporation of preformed second-phase defects (here, BZO) during the growth of the superconducting phase is the main innovation of this novel approach for the all-solution based low-cost fabrication of long-length coated conductors. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000352870400018 | Publication Date | 2015-03-06 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7526; 2050-7534 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 5.256 | Times cited | 19 | Open Access | |
Notes | This work was supported by the German Federal Ministry of Economics and Technology (BMWi) contract no. 0327433A (project ELSA). L. Molina-Luna and G. Van Tendeloo acknowledge funding from the European Research Council (ERC grant no. 24691-COUNTATOMS). The authors gratefully acknowledge J. Dornseiffer for the support with preparation of the microemulsions for the BZO nanoparticles; G. Wasse for the SEM images; and T. Po¨ssinger for the preparation of the artwork. Eurotape | Approved | Most recent IF: 5.256; 2015 IF: 4.696 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:132575 | Serial | 4245 | ||
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Author | Hamelet, S.; Gibot, P.; Casas-Cabanas, M.; Bonnin, D.; Grey, C.P.; Cabana, J.; Leriche, J.B.; Rodriguez-Carvajal, J.; Courty, M.; Levasseur, S.; Carlach, P.; Van Thournout, M.; Tarascon, J.M.; Masquelier, C.; | ||||
Title | The effects of moderate thermal treatments under air on LiFePO4-based nano powders | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2009 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 19 | Issue | 23 | Pages ![]() |
3979-3991 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The thermal behavior under air of LiFePO(4)-based powders was investigated through the combination of several techniques such as temperature-controlled X-ray diffraction, thermogravimetric analysis and Mossbauer and NMR spectroscopies. The reactivity with air at moderate temperatures depends on the particle size and leads to progressive displacement of Fe from the core structure yielding nano-size Fe(2)O(3) and highly defective, oxidized Li(x)Fe(y)PO(4) compositions whose unit-cell volume decreases dramatically when the temperature is raised between 400 and 600 K. The novel LiFePO(4)-like compositions display new electrochemical reactivity when used as positive electrodes in Li batteries. Several redox phenomena between 3.4 V and 2.7 V vs. Li were discovered and followed by in-situ X-ray diffraction, which revealed two distinct solid solution domains associated with highly anisotropic variations of the unit-cell constants. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000266615800024 | Publication Date | 2009-05-05 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 93 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:94582 | Serial | 867 | ||
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Author | Heyne, M.H.; de Marneffe, J.-F.; Nuytten, T.; Meersschaut, J.; Conard, T.; Caymax, M.; Radu, I.; Delabie, A.; Neyts, E.C.; De Gendt, S. | ||||
Title | The conversion mechanism of amorphous silicon to stoichiometric WS2 | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2018 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry C : materials for optical and electronic devices | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem C |
Volume | 6 | Issue | 15 | Pages ![]() |
4122-4130 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | The deposition of ultra-thin tungsten films and their related 2D chalcogen compounds on large area dielectric substrates by gas phase reactions is challenging. The lack of nucleation sites complicates the adsorption of W-related precursors and subsequent sulfurization usually requires high temperatures. We propose here a technique in which a thin solid amorphous silicon film is used as reductant for the gas phase precursor WF6 leading to the conversion to metallic W. The selectivity of the W conversion towards the underlying dielectric surfaces is demonstrated. The role of the Si surface preparation, the conversion temperature, and Si thickness on the formation process is investigated. Further, the in situ conversion of the metallic tungsten into thin stoichiometric WS2 is achieved by a cyclic approach based on WF6 and H2S pulses at the moderate temperature of 450 1C, which is much lower than usual oxide sulfurization processes. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000430538000036 | Publication Date | 2018-03-20 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7526 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 5.256 | Times cited | 4 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | This work was supported throughout a strategic fundamental research grant for M. H. by the agency Flanders innovation & entrepreneurship (VLAIO). | Approved | Most recent IF: 5.256 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @c:irua:150968 | Serial | 4921 | ||
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Author | Mandal, T.K.; Croft, M.; Hadermann, J.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Stephens, P.W.; Greenblatt, M. | ||||
Title | La2MnVO6 double perovskite: a structural, magnetic and X-ray absorption investigation | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2009 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 19 | Issue | 25 | Pages ![]() |
4382-4390 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The synthesis, electron diffraction (ED), synchrotron X-ray and neutron structure, X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) and magnetic property studies of La2MnVO6 double perovskite are described. Analysis of the synchrotron powder X-ray diffraction data for La2MnVO6 indicates a disordered arrangement of Mn and V at the B-site of the perovskite structure. Absence of super-lattice reflections in the ED patterns for La2MnVO6 supports the disordered cation arrangement. Room temperature time-of-flight (TOF) neutron powder diffraction (NPD) data show no evidence of cation ordering, in corroboration with the ED and synchrotron studies (orthorhombic Pnma, a = 5.6097(3), b = 7.8837(5) and c = 5.5668(3) ; 295 K, NPD). A comparison of XAS analyses of La2TVO6 with T = Ni and Co shows T2+ formal oxidation state while the T = Mn material evidences a Mn3+ admixture into a dominantly Mn2+ ground state. V-K edge measurements manifest a mirror image behavior with a V4+ state for T = Ni and Co with a V3+ admixture arising in the T = Mn material. The magnetic susceptibility data for La2MnVO6 show ferromagnetic correlations; the observed effective moment, µeff (5.72 µB) is much smaller than the calculated moment (6.16 µB) based on the spin-only formula for Mn2+ (d5, HS) /V4+ (d1), supportive of the partly oxidized Mn and reduced V scenario (Mn3+/V3+). | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000266989800015 | Publication Date | 2009-04-24 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 10 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:77367 | Serial | 3540 | ||
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Author | Abakumov, A.M.; Rossell, M.D.; Seryakov, S.A.; Rozova, M.G.; Markina, M.M.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Antipov, E.V. | ||||
Title | Synthesis and crystal structure of novel CaRMnSnO6(R = La, Pr, Nd, Sm-Dy) double perovskites | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2005 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 15 | Issue | 46 | Pages ![]() |
4899-4905 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000233439300005 | Publication Date | 2005-10-17 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 8 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Iap V-1 | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:56069 | Serial | 3424 | ||
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Author | Spreitzer, M.; Egoavil, R.; Verbeeck, J.; Blank, D.H.A.; Rijnders, G. | ||||
Title | Pulsed laser deposition of SrTiO3 on a H-terminated Si substrate | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2013 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry C : materials for optical and electronic devices | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem C |
Volume | 1 | Issue | 34 | Pages ![]() |
5216-5222 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Interfacing oxides with silicon is a long-standing problem related to the integration of multifunctional oxides with semiconductor devices and the replacement of SiO2 with high-k gate oxides. In our study, pulsed laser deposition was used to prepare a SrTiO3 (STO) thin film on a H-terminated Si substrate. The main purpose of our work was to verify the ability of H-termination against the oxidation of Si during the PLD process and to analyze the resulting interfaces. In the first part of the study, the STO was deposited directly on the Si, leading to the formation of a preferentially textured STO film with a (100) orientation. In the second part, SrO was used as a buffer layer, which enabled the partial epitaxial growth of STO with STO(110)parallel to Si(100) and STO[001]parallel to Si[001]. The change in the growth direction induced by the application of a SrO buffer was governed by the formation of a SrO(111) intermediate layer and subsequently by the minimization of the lattice misfit between the STO and the SrO. Under the investigated conditions, approximately 10 nm thick interfacial layers formed between the STO and the Si due to reactions between the deposited material and the underlying H-terminated Si. In the case of direct STO deposition, SiOx formed at the interface with the silicon, while in the case when SrO was used as a buffer, strontium silicate grew directly on the silicon, which improves the growth quality of the uppermost STO. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000322911900005 | Publication Date | 2013-07-12 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7526;2050-7534; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 5.256 | Times cited | 23 | Open Access | |
Notes | Ifox; Esteem2; Vortex; Countatoms; esteem2jra3 ECASJO; | Approved | Most recent IF: 5.256; 2013 IF: NA | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:110798UA @ admin @ c:irua:110798 | Serial | 2739 | ||
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Author | Müller, M.; Lebedev, O.I.; Fischer, R.A. | ||||
Title | Gas-phase loading of [Zn4O(btb)2] (MOF-177) with organometallic CVD-precursors: inclusion compounds of the type [LnM]a@MOF-177 and the formation of Cu and Pd nanoparticles inside MOF-177 | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2008 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 18 | Issue | 43 | Pages ![]() |
5274-5281 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The highly porous and desolvated (activated) coordination polymer [Zn4O(btb)2] (btb = benzene-1,3,5-tribenzoate; MOF-177) was loaded with the organometallic compounds [Cp2Fe], [Cp*2Zn], [Cu(OCHMeCH2NMe2)2], [CpCuL] (L = PMe3, CNtBu) and [CpPd(3-C3H5)] via solvent-free adsorption from the gas-phase. The inclusion compounds of the type [LnM]a@MOF-177, where [LnM] indicates the respective compound and the parameter a denotes the number of molecules per formula unit of the MOF-177, were characterised by elemental analysis, FT-IR, solid-state NMR spectroscopy and by powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD). Remarkably high effective loadings of up to 11 molecules [Cp2Fe] and 10 molecules [CpPd(3-C3H5)] per cavity were determined. The analytical data prove that the host lattice and the guest molecules interact only by weak van-der-Waals forces without any significant change of the framework or the chemical nature of the included molecules. Cu nanoparticles showing the typical surface plasmon resonance at 580 nm and Pd nanoparticles of about 2.6 nm in size were formed inside the cavities of MOF-177 by the thermally activated hydrogenolysis of the inclusion compounds [CpCuCNtBu]2@MOF-177 and by photolysis of [CpPd(3-C3H5)]10@MOF-177 in an inert atmosphere (Ar). PXRD, FT-IR and NMR studies revealed that the MOF-177 matrix remained unchanged during the decomposition process of the precursors. N2 adsorption studies of the obtained materials Cu@MOF-177 (e.g. 10.6 wt.% Cu, 2309 m2 g-1) and Pd@MOF-177 (e.g. 32.5 wt.%, 1063 m2 g-1) reveal high remaining specific surface areas (Langmuir model). | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000260487300015 | Publication Date | 2008-10-06 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 65 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Esteem 026019 | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:75699 | Serial | 1318 | ||
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Author | Esken, D.; Noei, H.; Wang, Y.; Wiktor, C.; Turner, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Fischer, R.A. | ||||
Title | ZnO@ZIF-8 : stabilization of quantum confined ZnO nanoparticles by a zinc methylimidazolate framework and their surface structural characterization probed by CO2 adsorption | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2011 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 21 | Issue | 16 | Pages ![]() |
5907-5915 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The microporous and activated zeolitic imidazolate framework (Zn(MeIM)2; MeIM = imidazolate-2-methyl; ZIF-8) was loaded with the MOCVD precursor diethyl zinc [Zn(C2H5)2]. Exposure of ZIF-8 to the vapour of the volatile organometallic molecule resulted in the formation of the inclusion compound [Zn(C2H5)2]0.38@ZIF-8 revealing two precursor molecules per cavity. In a second step the obtained material was treated with oxygen (5 vol% in argon) at various temperatures (oxidative annealing) to achieve the composite material ZnO0.35@ZIF-8. The new material was characterized with powder XRD, FT-IR, UV-vis, solid state NMR, elemental analysis, N2 sorption measurements, and transmission electron microscopy. The data give evidence for the presence of nano-sized ZnO particles stabilized by ZIF-8 showing a blue-shift of the UV-vis absorption caused by quantum size effect (QSE). The surface structure and reactivity of embedded ZnO nanoparticles were characterized via carbon dioxide adsorption at different temperatures monitored by ultra-high vacuum FTIR techniques. It was found that the surface of ZnO nanoparticles is dominated by polar OZnO and ZnZnO facets as well as by defect sites, which all exhibit high reactivity towards CO2 activation forming various adsorbed carbonate and chemisorbed CO2δ− species. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000289260000012 | Publication Date | 2011-03-19 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 76 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Esteem 026019 | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:88641 | Serial | 3936 | ||
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Author | Filippousi, M.; Siafaka, P.I.; Amanatiadou, E.P.; Nanaki, S.G.; Nerantzaki, M.; Bikiaris, D.N.; Vizirianakis, I.S.; Van Tendeloo, G. | ||||
Title | Modified chitosan coated mesoporous strontium hydroxyapatite nanorods as drug carriers | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2015 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry B : materials for biology and medicine | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem B |
Volume | 3 | Issue | 3 | Pages ![]() |
5991-6000 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Mesoporous strontium hydroxyapatite (SrHAp) nanorods (NRs) have been successfully synthesized using a simple and efficient chemical route, i.e. the hydrothermal method. Structural and morphological characterization of the as-synthesized SrHAp NRs have been performed by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and high angle annular dark field scanning transmission electron microscopy (HAADF-STEM). TEM and HAADF-STEM measurements of the NRs reveal the coexistence of longer and shorter particles with the length ranging from 50 nm to 400 nm and a diameter of about 20-40 nm. Electron tomography measurements of the NRs allow us to better visualize the mesopores and their facets. Two model drugs, hydrophobic risperidone and hydrophilic pramipexole, were loaded into the SrHAp NRs. These nanorods were coated using a modified chitosan (CS) with poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) (PHEMA), in order to encapsulate the drug-loaded SrHAp nanoparticles and reduce the cytotoxicity of the loaded materials. The drug release from neat and encapsulated SrHAp NRs mainly depends on the drug hydrophilicity. Importantly, although neat SrHAp nanorods exhibit some cytotoxicity against Caco-2 cells, the Cs-g-PHEMA-SrHAp drug-loaded nanorods show an acceptable cytocompatibility. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000358065100009 | Publication Date | 2015-06-10 | |
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ISSN | 2050-750X;2050-7518; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 4.543 | Times cited | 24 | Open Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.543; 2015 IF: 4.726 | |||
Call Number | c:irua:127131 | Serial | 2161 | ||
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Author | Çakir, D.; Sevik, C.; Gulseren, O.; Peeters, F.M. | ||||
Title | Mo2C as a high capacity anode material: a first-principles study | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2016 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry A : materials for energy and sustainability | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 4 | Issue | 16 | Pages ![]() |
6029-6035 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
Abstract | The adsorption and diffusion of Li, Na, K and Ca atoms on a Mo2C monolayer are systematically investigated by using first principles methods. We found that the considered metal atoms are strongly bound to the Mo2C monolayer. However, the adsorption energies of these alkali and earth alkali elements decrease as the coverage increases due to the enhanced repulsion between the metal ions. We predict a significant charge transfer from the ad-atoms to the Mo2C monolayer, which indicates clearly the cationic state of the metal atoms. The metallic character of both pristine and doped Mo2C ensures a good electronic conduction that is essential for an optimal anode material. Low migration energy barriers are predicted as small as 43 meV for Li, 19 meV for Na and 15 meV for K, which result in the very fast diffusion of these atoms on Mo2C. For Mo2C, we found a storage capacity larger than 400 mA h g(-1) by the inclusion of multilayer adsorption. Mo2C expands slightly upon deposition of Li and Na even at high concentrations, which ensures the good cyclic stability of the atomic layer. The calculated average voltage of 0.68 V for Li and 0.30 V for Na ions makes Mo2C attractive for low charging voltage applications. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000374790700033 | Publication Date | 2016-03-18 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488; 2050-7496 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.867 | Times cited | 202 | Open Access | |
Notes | ; This work was supported by the Flemish Science Foundation (FWO-Vl) and the Methusalem foundation of the Flemish government. Computational resources were provided by TUBITAK ULAKBIM, High Performance and Grid Computing Center (TR-Grid e-Infrastructure), and HPC infrastructure of the University of Antwerp (CalcUA) a division of the Flemish Supercomputer Center (VSC), which is funded by the Hercules foundation. C. S. acknowledges the support from Turkish Academy of Sciences (TUBA-GEBIP). C. S acknowledges the support from Anadolu University (Grant No. 1407F335). We acknowledge the support from TUBITAK, The Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (Grant No. 115F024). ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.867 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:144763 | Serial | 4669 | ||
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Author | Narayanan, V.; Lommens, P.; De Buysser, K.; Vanpoucke, D.E.P.; Huehne, R.; Molina, L.; Van Tendeloo, G.; van der Voort, P.; Van Driessche, I. | ||||
Title | Aqueous CSD approach for the growth of novel, lattice-tuned LaxCe1-xO\delta epitaxial layers | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2012 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 22 | Issue | 17 | Pages ![]() |
8476-8483 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Lanthanumcerium oxide (LCO) films were deposited on Ni-5%W substrates by chemical solution deposition (CSD) from water-based precursors. LCO films containing different ratios of lanthanum and cerium ions (from CeO2 to La2Ce2O7) were prepared. The composition of the layers was optimized towards the formation of LCO buffer layers, lattice-matched with the superconducting YBa2Cu3Oy layer, useful for the development of coated conductors. Single, crack-free LCO layers with a thickness of up to 140 nm could be obtained in a single deposition step. The crystallinity and microstructure of these lattice-matched LCO layers were studied by X-ray diffraction techniques, RHEED and SEM. We find that only layers with thickness below 100 nm show a crystalline top surface although both thick and thin layers show good biaxial texture in XRD. On the most promising layers, AFM and (S)TEM were performed to further evaluate their morphology. The overall surface roughness varies between 3.9 and 7.5 nm, while the layers appear much more dense than the frequently used La2Zr2O7 (LZO) systems, showing much smaller nanovoids (12 nm) than the latter system. Their effective buffer layer action was studied using XPS. The thin LCO layers supported the growth of superconducting YBCO deposited using PLD methods. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000302367500044 | Publication Date | 2012-03-20 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 24 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Iap | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:96960 | Serial | 148 | ||
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Author | Volykhov, A.A.; Sanchez-Barriga, J.; Batuk, M.; Callaert, C.; Hadermann, J.; Sirotina, A.P.; Neudachina, V.S.; Belova, A.I.; Vladimirova, N.V.; Tamm, M.E.; Khmelevsky, N.O.; Escudero, C.; Perez-Dieste, V.; Knop-Gericke, A.; Yashina, L.V. | ||||
Title | Can surface reactivity of mixed crystals be predicted from their counterparts? A case study of (Bi1-xSbx)2Te3 topological insulators | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2018 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry C : materials for optical and electronic devices | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem C |
Volume | 6 | Issue | 33 | Pages ![]() |
8941-8949 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The behavior of ternary mixed crystals or solid solutions and its correlation with the properties of their binary constituents is of fundamental interest. Due to their unique potential for application in future information technology, mixed crystals of topological insulators with the spin-locked, gapless states on their surfaces attract huge attention of physicists, chemists and material scientists. (Bi1-xSbx)(2)Te-3 solid solutions are among the best candidates for spintronic applications since the bulk carrier concentration can be tuned by varying x to obtain truly bulk-insulating samples, where the topological surface states largely contribute to the transport and the realization of the surface quantum Hall effect. As this ternary compound will be evidently used in the form of thin-film devices its chemical stability is an important practical issue. Based on the atomic resolution HAADF-TEM and EDX data together with the XPS results obtained both ex situ and in situ, we propose an atomistic picture of the mixed crystal reactivity compared to that of its binary constituents. We find that the surface reactivity is determined by the probability of oxygen attack on the Te-Sb bonds, which is directly proportional to the number of Te atoms bonded to at least one Sb atom. The oxidation mechanism includes formation of an amorphous antimony oxide at the very surface due to Sb diffusion from the first two quintuple layers, electron tunneling from the Fermi level of the crystal to oxygen, oxygen ion diffusion to the crystal, and finally, slow Te oxidation to the +4 oxidation state. The oxide layer thickness is limited by the electron transport, and the overall process resembles the Cabrera-Mott mechanism in metals. These observations are critical not only for current understanding of the chemical reactivity of complex crystals, but also to improve the performance of future spintronic devices based on topological materials. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000443279300007 | Publication Date | 2018-07-20 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7526; 2050-7534 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 5.256 | Times cited | 3 | Open Access | Not_Open_Access |
Notes | ; The authors acknowledge financial support within the bilateral program "Russian-German Laboratory at BESSY II''. We thank Helmholtz-Zentrum Berlin for granting access to the beamlines RGBL, UE112-PGM2a and ISISS. Support of ALBA staff during measurements at the CIRCE beamline is gratefully acknowledged. We thank Dr Ivan Bobrikov for support in the XRD measurements and Daria Tsukanova for the participation in crystal preparation and XPS measurements. A. Volykhov thanks RSF (grant 18-73-00248) for financial support. A. I. Belova acknowledges support from the G-RISC Centre of Excellence. The work was supported by Helmholtz Gemeinschaft (Grant No. HRJRG-408) and RFBR (grant 14-03-31518). J. H. and C. C. acknowledge support from the University of Antwerp through the BOF grant 31445. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 5.256 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:153647 | Serial | 5080 | ||
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Author | Goffin, A.-L.; Duquesne, E.; Raquez, J.-M.; Miltner, H.E.; Ke, X.; Alexandre, M.; Van Tendeloo, G.; van Mele, B.; Dubois, P. | ||||
Title | From polyester grafting onto POSS nanocage by ring-opening polymerization to high performance polyester/POSS nanocomposites | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2010 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 20 | Issue | 42 | Pages ![]() |
9415-9422 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Polyester-grafted polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (POSS) nanohybrids selectively produced by ring-opening polymerization of ε-caprolactone and L,L-lactide (A.-L. Goffin, E. Duquesne, S. Moins, M. Alexandre, Ph. Dubois, Eur. Polym. Journal, 2007, 43, 4103) were studied as masterbatches by melt-blending within their corresponding commercial polymeric matrices, i.e., poly(ε-caprolactone) (PCL) and poly(L,L-lactide) (PLA). For the sake of comparison, neat POSS nanoparticles were also dispersed in PCL and PLA. The objective was to prepare aliphatic polyester-based nanocomposites with enhanced crystallization behavior, and therefore, enhanced thermo-mechanical properties. Wide-angle X-ray scattering and transmission electron microscopy attested for the dispersion of individualized POSS nanoparticles in the resulting nanocomposite materials only when the polyester-grafted POSS nanohybrid was used as a masterbatch. The large impact of such finely dispersed (grafted) nanoparticles on the crystallization behavior for the corresponding polyester matrices was noticed, as evidenced by differential scanning calorimetry analysis. Indeed, well-dispersed POSS nanoparticles acted as efficient nucleating sites, significantly increasing the crystallinity degree of both PCL and PLA matrices. As a result, a positive impact on thermo-mechanical properties was highlighted by dynamic mechanical thermal analysis. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000283264500017 | Publication Date | 2010-06-03 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 42 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Fwo; Iap-6 | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:85784 | Serial | 1284 | ||
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Author | Çakir, D.; Sevik, C.; Peeters, F.M. | ||||
Title | Engineering electronic properties of metal-MoSe2 interfaces using self-assembled monolayers | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2014 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry C : materials for optical and electronic devices | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem C |
Volume | 2 | Issue | 46 | Pages ![]() |
9842-9849 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
Abstract | Metallic contacts are critical components of electronic devices and the presence of a large Schottky barrier is detrimental for an optimal device operation. Here, we show by using first-principles calculations that a self-assembled monolayer (SAM) of polar molecules between the metal electrode and MoSe2 monolayer is able to convert the Schottky contact into an almost Ohmic contact. We choose -CH3 and -CF3 terminated short-chain alkylthiolate (i.e. SCH3 and fluorinated alkylthiolates (SCF3)) based SAMs to test our approach. We consider both high (Au) and low (Sc) work function metals in order to thoroughly elucidate the role of the metal work function. In the case of Sc, the Fermi level even moves into the conduction band of the MoSe2 monolayer upon SAM insertion between the metal surface and the MoSe2 monolayer, and hence possibly switches the contact type from Schottky to Ohmic. The usual Fermi level pinning at the metal-transition metal dichalcogenide (TMD) contact is shown to be completely removed upon the deposition of a SAM. Systematic analysis indicates that the work function of the metal surface and the energy level alignment between the metal electrode and the TMD monolayer can be tuned significantly by using SAMs as a buffer layer. These results clearly indicate the vast potential of the proposed interface engineering to modify the physical and chemical properties of MoSe2. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000344998700007 | Publication Date | 2014-10-16 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7526;2050-7534; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 5.256 | Times cited | 22 | Open Access | |
Notes | ; Part of this work is supported by the Flemish Science Foundation (FWO-VI) and the Methusalem foundation of the Flemish Government. Computational resources were provided by TUBITAK ULAKBIM, High Performance and Grid Computing Center (TR-Grid e-Infrastructure). D. C. is supported by a FWO Pegasus-short Marie Curie Fellowship. C. S. acknowledges the support from Scientific and Technological Research Council of Turkey (TUBITAK 113F096), Anadolu University (BAP-1306F281, -1404F158) and Turkish Academy of Science (TUBA). ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 5.256; 2014 IF: 4.696 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:122157 | Serial | 1046 | ||
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Author | Grodzinska, D.; Pietra, F.; van Huis, M.A.; Vanmaekelbergh, D.; de Mello Donegá, C. | ||||
Title | Thermally induced atomic reconstruction of PbSe/CdSe core/shell quantum dots into PbSe/CdSe bi-hemisphere hetero-nanocrystals | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2011 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 21 | Issue | 31 | Pages ![]() |
11556-11565 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The properties of hetero-nanocrystals (HNCs) depend strongly on the mutual arrangement of the nanoscale components. In this work we have investigated the structural and morphological evolution of colloidal PbSe/CdSe core/shell quantum dots upon annealing under vacuum. Prior to annealing the PbSe core has an approximately octahedral morphology with eight {111} facets, and the CdSe shell has zinc-blende crystal structure. Thermal annealing under vacuum at temperatures between 150 °C and 200 °C induces a structural and morphological reconstruction of the HNCs whereby the PbSe core and the CdSe shell are reorganized into two hemispheres joined by a common {111} Se plane. This thermally induced reconstruction leads to considerable changes in the optical properties of the colloidal PbSe/CdSe HNCs. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000293190200018 | Publication Date | 2011-04-21 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 44 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:91945 | Serial | 3632 | ||
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Author | Simon, Q.; Barreca, D.; Gasparotto, A.; Maccato, C.; Montini, T.; Gombac, V.; Fornasiero, P.; Lebedev, O.I.; Turner, S.; Van Tendeloo, G. | ||||
Title | Vertically oriented CuO/ZnO nanorod arrays : from plasma-assisted synthesis to photocatalytic H2 production | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2012 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem |
Volume | 22 | Issue | 23 | Pages ![]() |
11739-11747 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | 1D CuO/ZnO nanocomposites were grown on Si(100) substrates by means of an original two-step synthetic strategy. ZnO nanorod (NR) arrays were initially deposited by plasma enhanced-chemical vapor deposition (PE-CVD) from an ArO2 atmosphere. Subsequently, tailored amounts of CuO were dispersed over zinc oxide matrices by radio frequency (RF)-sputtering of Cu from Ar plasmas, followed by thermal treatment in air. A thorough characterization of the obtained systems was carried out by X-ray photoelectron and X-ray excited-Auger electron spectroscopies (XPS and XE-AES), glancing incidence X-ray diffraction (GIXRD), field emission-scanning electron microscopy (FE-SEM), energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDXS), atomic force microscopy (AFM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), electron diffraction (ED) and energy filtered-TEM (EF-TEM). Pure and highly oriented CuO/ZnO NR arrays, free from ternary ZnCuO phases and characterized by a copper(II) oxide content controllable as a function of the adopted RF-power, were successfully obtained. Interestingly, the structural relationships between the two oxides at the CuO/ZnO interface were found to depend on the overall CuO loading. The obtained nanocomposites displayed promising photocatalytic performances in H2 production by reforming of ethanolwater solutions under simulated solar illumination, paving the way to the sustainable conversion of solar light into chemical energy. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000304351400046 | Publication Date | 2012-04-05 | |
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ISSN | 0959-9428;1364-5501; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | 74 | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: NA | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:98382 | Serial | 3840 | ||
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Author | Muguerra, H.; Pescheux, A.-C.; Meledin, A.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Soubeyroux, J.-L. | ||||
Title | A La2−xGdxZr2O7layer deposited by chemical solution: a promising seed layer for the fabrication of high Jcand low cost coated conductors | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2015 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry C : materials for optical and electronic devices | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem C |
Volume | 3 | Issue | 3 | Pages ![]() |
11766-11772 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | We deposited La2-xGdxZr2O7 seed layers by a chemical solution method on a Ni-5%W substrate to study the influence of these layers on the growth process of a 60 nm-thick La2Zr2O7 layer. We measured the performances of these new buffer layers integrated in a coated conductor with a 300 nm-thick Y0.5Gd0.5Ba2Cu3O7-x layer. For the seed layers{,} we considered two different gadolinium contents (x = 0.2 and x = 0.8) and three different thicknesses for these compositions (20 nm{,} 40 nm{,} and 60 nm). The most promising buffer layer stacks are those with 20 nm of the La1.8Gd0.2Zr2O7 layer or La1.2Gd0.8Zr2O7. Indeed the La2-xGdxZr2O7/La2Zr2O7 films are highly textured{,} similar to a 100 nm-thick La2Zr2O7 layer{,} but their roughness is four times lower. Moreover they contain less and smaller pores in the seed layer than a pure La2Zr2O7 layer. The surface of La2Zr2O7 is also homogenous and crystalline with an orientation deviation from the ideal ?011? (100) direction below 10[degree]. With the 20 nm La2-xGdxZr2O7 seed layers we obtain in the coated conductors an efficiently textured transfer with no gradual degradation from the substrate throughout the superconducting layer. The highest Tc and Jc values are achieved with the La1.8Gd0.2Zr2O7 layer and are{,} respectively{,} 91 K and 1.4 MA cm-2. This trend seems to be due to an improvement of the surface quality of the Ni5%W substrate by the addition of a thin seed layer. Our results offer the potential of the La2-xGdxZr2O7 seed layers as promising alternatives for the classic Ni-5%W/LZO/CeO2/YBCO architectures. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000364826000024 | Publication Date | 2015-10-21 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7526;2050-7534; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 5.256 | Times cited | 4 | Open Access | |
Notes | This work was performed within the framework of the EUROTAPES project (FP7-NMP.2011.2.2-1 Grant no. 280438), funded by the European Union. The authors also thank L. Porcar and P. Chometon for superconducting transition temperature and critical current density measurements and P. Odier for fruitful discussion. | Approved | Most recent IF: 5.256; 2015 IF: 4.696 | ||
Call Number | c:irua:130181 | Serial | 3968 | ||
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Author | Naik, P.V.; Wee, L.H.; Meledina, M.; Turner, S.; Li, Y.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Martens, J.A.; Vankelecom, I.F.J. | ||||
Title | PDMS membranes containing ZIF-coated mesoporous silica spheres for efficient ethanol recovery via pervaporation | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2016 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry A : materials for energy and sustainability | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 4 | Issue | 4 | Pages ![]() |
12790-12798 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The design of functional micro- and mesostructured composite materials is significantly important for separation processes. Mesoporous silica is an attractive material for fast diffusion, while microporous zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs) are beneficial for selective adsorption and diffusion. In this work, ZIF-71 and ZIF-8 nanocrystals were grown on the surface of mesoporous silica spheres (MSS) via the seeding and regrowth approach in order to obtain monodispersed MSS-ZIF-71 and MSS-ZIF-8 spheres with a particle size of 2-3 mm. These MSS-ZIF spheres were uniformly dispersed into a polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) matrix to prepare mixed matrix membranes (MMMs). These MMMs were evaluated for the separation of ethanol from water via pervaporation. The pervaporation results reveal that the MSS-ZIF filled MMMs substantially improve the ethanol recovery in both aspects viz. flux and separation factor. These MMMs outperforms the unfilled PDMS membranes and the conventional carbon and zeolite filled MMMs. As expected, the mesoporous silica core allows very fast flow of the permeating compound, while the hydrophobic ZIF coating enhances the ethanol selectivity through its specific pore structure, hydrophobicity and surface chemistry. It can be seen that ZIF-8 mainly has a positive impact on the selectivity, while ZIF-71 enhances fluxes more significantly. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000382015100012 | Publication Date | 2016-07-12 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488; 2050-7496 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.867 | Times cited | 26 | Open Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.867 | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:137188 | Serial | 4395 | ||
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Author | Bafekry, A.; Obeid, M.; Nguyen, C.; Bagheri Tagani, M.; Ghergherehchi, M. | ||||
Title | Graphene hetero-multilayer on layered platinum mineral Jacutingaite (Pt₂HgSe₃): Van der Waals heterostructures with novel optoelectronic and thermoelectric performances | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Journal Of Materials Chemistry A | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 8 | Issue | 26 | Pages ![]() |
13248-13260 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
Abstract | Motivated by the recent successful synthesis of the layered platinum mineral jacutingaite (Pt2HgSe3), we have studied the optoelectronic, mechanical, and thermoelectric properties of graphene hetero-multilayer on Pt(2)HgSe(3)monolayer (PHS) heterostructures (LG/PHS) by using first-principles calculations. PHS is a topological insulator with a band gap of about 160 meV with fully relativistic calculations; when graphene layers are stacked on PHS, a narrow band gap of similar to 10-15 meV opens. In the presence of gate-voltage and out-of plane strain,i.e.pressure, the electronic properties are modified; the Dirac-cone of graphene can be shifted upwards (downward) to a lower (higher) binding energy. The absorption spectrum shows two peaks, which are located around 216 nm (5.74 eV) and protracted to 490 nm (2.53 eV), indicating that PHS could absorb more visible light. Increasing the number of graphene layers on PHS has a positive impact on the UV-vis light absorption and gives a clear red-shift with enhanced absorption intensity. To investigate the electronic performance of the heterostructure, the electrical conductance and thermopower of a device composed of graphene layers and PHS is examined by a combination of DFT and Green function formalism. The number of graphene layers can significantly tune the thermopower and electrical conductance. This analysis reveals that the heterostructures not only significantly affect the electronic properties, but they can also be used as an efficient way to modulate the optic and thermoelectric properties. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000546391600032 | Publication Date | 2020-05-28 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488; 2050-7496 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 11.9 | Times cited | 20 | Open Access | |
Notes | ; This work was supported by the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) grant funded by the Korea Government (MSIT) (NRF-2017R1A2B2011989) and Vietnam National Foundation for Science and Technology Development (NAFOSTED) under grant number 103.01-2019.05. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 11.9; 2020 IF: 8.867 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:169755 | Serial | 6529 | ||
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Author | Arenas-Vivo, A.; Rojas, S.; Ocaña, I.; Torres, A.; Liras, M.; Salles, F.; Arenas-Esteban, D.; Bals, S.; Ávila, D.; Horcajada, P. | ||||
Title | Ultrafast reproducible synthesis of a Ag-nanocluster@MOF composite and its superior visible-photocatalytic activity in batch and in continuous flow | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2021 | Publication | Journal Of Materials Chemistry A | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 9 | Issue | 28 | Pages ![]() |
15704-15713 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The (photo)catalytic properties of metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) can be enhanced by post-synthetic inclusion of metallic species in their porosity. Due to their extraordinarily high surface area and well defined porous structure, MOFs can be used for the stabilization of metal nanoparticles with adjustable size within their porosity. Originally, we present here an optimized ultrafast photoreduction protocol for the<italic>in situ</italic>synthesis of tiny and monodisperse silver nanoclusters (AgNCs) homogeneously supported on a photoactive porous titanium carboxylate MIL-125-NH<sub>2</sub>MOF. The strong metal–framework interaction between –NH<sub>2</sub>and Ag atoms influences the AgNC growth, leading to the surfactant-free efficient catalyst AgNC@MIL-125-NH<sub>2</sub>with improved visible light absorption. The potential use of AgNC@MIL-125-NH<sub>2</sub>was further tested in challenging applications: (i) the photodegradation of the emerging organic contaminants (EOCs) methylene blue (MB-dye) and sulfamethazine (SMT-antibiotic) in water treatment, and (ii) the catalytic hydrogenation of<italic>p</italic>-nitroaniline (4-NA) to<italic>p</italic>-phenylenediamine (PPD) with industrial interest. It is noteworthy that compared with the pristine MIL-125-NH<sub>2</sub>, the composite presents an improved catalytic activity and stability, being able to photodegrade 92% of MB in 60 min and 96% of SMT in 30 min, and transform 100% of 4-NA to PPD in 30 min. Aside from these very good results, this study describes for the first time the use of a MOF in a visible light continuous flow reactor for wastewater treatment. With only 10 mg of AgNC@MIL-125-NH<sub>2</sub>, high SMT removal efficiency over 70% is maintained after >2 h under water flow conditions found in real wastewater treatment plants, signaling a future real application of MOFs in water remediation. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000671839200001 | Publication Date | 2021-06-21 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.867 | Times cited | 18 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | Comunidad de Madrid, CAM PEJD-2016/IND-2828 Talento Modality 2, 2017-T2/IND-5149 ; Secretaría de Estado de Investigación, Desarrollo e Innovación, Raphuel project (ENE2016-79608-C2-1-R) Retos Project MAT2017-84385-R ; Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación, Juan de la Cierva Incorporación Fellowship (grant agreement no. IJC2019-038894-I) MOFSEIDON project (PID2019-104228RB-I00) Ramón y Cajal, Grant Agreements 2014-15039 and 2015-18677 ; Fundación BBVA, IN[17]CBBQUI_0197 ; H2020 European Research Council, ERC Consolidator Grant REALNANO 815128 Grant Agreement no. 731019 (EUSMI) ; sygmaSB; | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.867 | ||
Call Number | EMAT @ emat @c:irua:179791 | Serial | 6802 | ||
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Author | Bigiani, L.; Andreu, T.; Maccato, C.; Fois, E.; Gasparotto, A.; Sada, C.; Tabacchi, G.; Krishnan, D.; Verbeeck, J.; Ramon Morante, J.; Barreca, D. | ||||
Title | Engineering Au/MnO₂ hierarchical nanoarchitectures for ethanol electrochemical valorization | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Journal Of Materials Chemistry A | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 8 | Issue | 33 | Pages ![]() |
16902-16907 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The design of eco-friendly electrocatalysts for ethanol valorization is an open challenge towards sustainable hydrogen production. Herein we present an original fabrication route to effective electrocatalysts for the ethanol oxidation reaction (EOR). In particular, hierarchical MnO(2)nanostructures are grown on high-area nickel foam scaffolds by a plasma-assisted strategy and functionalized with low amounts of optimally dispersed Au nanoparticles. This strategy leads to catalysts with a unique morphology, designed to enhance reactant-surface contacts and maximize active site utilization. The developed nanoarchitectures show superior performances for ethanol oxidation in alkaline media. We reveal that Au decoration boosts MnO(2)catalytic activity by inducing pre-dissociation and pre-oxidation of the adsorbed ethanol molecules. This evidence validates our strategy as an effective route for the development of green electrocatalysts for efficient electrical-to-chemical energy conversion. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000562931300008 | Publication Date | 2020-07-21 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488; 2050-7496 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 11.9 | Times cited | 16 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | ; This work was financially supported by Padova University DOR 2016-2019 and P-DiSC #03BIRD2018-UNIPD OXYGENA projects, as well as by the INSTM Consortium (INSTMPD004 – NETTUNO), AMGA Foundation Mn4Energy project and Insubria University FAR2018. J. V. and D. K. acknowledge funding from the Flemish Government (Hercules), GOA project “Solarpaint” (Antwerp University) and European Union's H2020 programme under grant agreement no. 823717 ESTEEM3. The authors are grateful to Dr Gianluca Corr for skillful technical support. ; esteem3TA; esteem3reported | Approved | Most recent IF: 11.9; 2020 IF: 8.867 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:171989 | Serial | 6506 | ||
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Author | Liu, F.; Meng, J.; Xia, F.; Liu, Z.; Peng, H.; Sun, C.; Xu, L.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Mai, L.; Wu, J. | ||||
Title | Origin of the extra capacity in nitrogen-doped porous carbon nanofibers for high-performance potassium ion batteries | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Journal Of Materials Chemistry A | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 8 | Issue | 35 | Pages ![]() |
18079-18086 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | While graphite has limited capacity as an anode material for potassium-ion batteries, nitrogen-doped carbon materials are more promising as extra capacity can usually be produced. However, the mechanism behind the origin of the extra capacity remains largely unclear. Here, the potassium storage mechanisms have been systematically studied in freestanding and porous N-doped carbon nanofibers with an additional similar to 100 mA h g(-1)discharge capacity at 0.1 A g(-1). The extra capacity is generated in the whole voltage window range from 0.01 to 2 V, which corresponds to both surface/interface K-ion absorptions due to the pyridinic N and pyrrolic N induced atomic vacancies and layer-by-layer intercalation due to the effects of graphitic N. As revealed by transmission electron microscopy, the N-doped samples have a clear and enhanced K-intercalation reaction. Theoretical calculations confirmed that the micropores with pyridinic N and pyrrolic N provide extra sites to form bonds with K, resulting in the extra capacity at high voltage. The chemical absorption of K-ions occurring inside the defective graphitic layer will prompt fast diffusion of K-ions and full realization of the intercalation capacity at low voltage. The approach of preparing N-doped carbon-based materials and the mechanism revealed by this work provide directions for the development of advanced materials for efficient energy storage. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000569873400015 | Publication Date | 2020-08-03 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488; 2050-7496 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 11.9 | Times cited | 2 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | ; F. Liu and J. S. Meng contributed equally to this work. This work was supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (51832004 and 51521001), the National Key Research and Development Program of China (2016YFA0202603), and the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province (2019CFA001). The S/TEM work was performed at the Nanostructure Research Center (NRC), which is supported by the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities (WUT: 2019III012GX, 2020III002GX), the State Key Laboratory of Advanced Technology for Materials Synthesis and Processing, and the State Key Laboratory of Silicate Materials for Architectures (all of the laboratories are at Wuhan University of Technology). ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 11.9; 2020 IF: 8.867 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:172741 | Serial | 6573 | ||
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Author | Pulinthanathu Sree, S.; Dendooven, J.; Geerts, L.; Ramachandran, R.K.; Javon, E.; Ceyssens, F.; Breynaert, E.; Kirschhock, C.E.A.; Puers, R.; Altantzis, T.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Bals, S.; Detavernier, C.; Martens, J.A. | ||||
Title | 3D porous nanostructured platinum prepared using atomic layer deposition | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2017 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry A : materials for energy and sustainability | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 5 | Issue | 5 | Pages ![]() |
19007-19016 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | A robust and easy to handle 3D porous platinum structure was created via replicating the 3D channel system of an ordered mesoporous silica material using atomic layer deposition (ALD) over micrometer distances. After ALD of Pt in the silica material, the host template was digested using hydrogen fluoride (HF). A fully connected ordered Pt nanostructure was obtained with morphology and sizes corresponding to that of the pores of the host matrix, as revealed with high-resolution scanning transmission electron microscopy and electron tomography. The Pt nanostructure consisted of hexagonal Pt rods originating from the straight mesopores (11 nm) of the host structure and linking features resulting from Pt replication of the interconnecting mesopore segments (2–4 nm) present in the silica host structure. Electron tomography of partial replicas, made by incomplete infilling of Zeotile-4 material with Pt, provided insight in the connectivity and formation mechanism of the Pt nanostructure by ALD. The Pt replica was evaluated for its potential use as electrocatalyst for the hydrogen evolution reaction, one of the half-reactions of water electrolysis, and as microelectrode for biomedical sensing. The Pt replica showed high activity for the hydrogen evolution reaction and electrochemical characterization revealed a large impedance improvement in comparison with reference Pt electrodes. |
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Language | Wos | 000411232100010 | Publication Date | 2017-06-28 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.867 | Times cited | 9 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | This work was supported by the Flemish government through long-term structural funding (Methusalem) to JAM and FWO for a research project (G0A5417N). JD, TA and FC acknowledge Flemish FWO for a post-doctoral fellowship. S. B. acknowledges funding from ERC Starting Grant COLOURATOMS (335078). (ROMEO:yellow; preprint:; postprint:restricted ; pdfversion:cannot); saraecas; ECAS_Sara; | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.867 | ||
Call Number | EMAT @ emat @ c:irua:144624 c:irua:144624 c:irua:144624UA @ admin @ c:irua:144624 | Serial | 4634 | ||
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Author | Sarikurt, S.; Kocabas, T.; Sevik, C. | ||||
Title | High-throughput computational screening of 2D materials for thermoelectrics | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Journal Of Materials Chemistry A | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 8 | Issue | 37 | Pages ![]() |
19674-19683 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Condensed Matter Theory (CMT) | ||||
Abstract | High-performance thermoelectric materials are critical in recuperating the thermal losses in various machinery and promising in renewable energy applications. In this respect, the search for novel thermoelectric materials has attracted considerable attention. In particular, low dimensional materials have been proposed as potential candidates due to their unique and controllable thermal and electronic transport properties. The considerable potential of several two-dimensional materials as thermoelectric devices has already been uncovered and many new candidates that merit further research have been suggested. In this regard, we comprehensively investigate the thermoelectric coefficients and electronic fitness function (EFF) of a large family of structurally isotropic and anisotropic two-dimensional layered materials using density functional theory combined with semi-classical Boltzmann transport theory. With this high-throughput screening, we bring to light additional 2D crystals that haven't been previously classified as favorable TE materials. We predict that Pb2Se2, GeS2, As-2, NiS2, Hf2O6, Zr2O6, AsBrS, ISbTe, ISbSe, AsISe, and AsITe are promising isotropic thermoelectric materials due to their considerably high EFF values. In addition to these materials, Hf2Br4, Zr2Br4, Hf2Cl4, Zr2Cl4, Hf2O6, Zr(2)O(6)and Os(2)O(4)exhibit strong anisotropy and possess prominently high EFF values. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000573889000046 | Publication Date | 2020-08-31 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488; 2050-7496 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 11.9 | Times cited | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 11.9; 2020 IF: 8.867 | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:193778 | Serial | 8039 | ||
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Author | Lander, L.; Rousse, G.; Abakumov, A.M.; Sougrati, M.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Tarascon, J.-M. | ||||
Title | Structural, electrochemical and magnetic properties of a novel KFeSO4F polymorph | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2015 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry A : materials for energy and sustainability | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 3 | Issue | 3 | Pages ![]() |
19754-19764 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | In the quest for sustainable and low-cost positive electrode materials for Li-ion batteries, we discovered, as reported herein, a new low temperature polymorph of KFeSO4F. Contrary to the high temperature phase crystallizing in a KTiOPO4-like structure, this new phase adopts a complex layer-like structure built on FeO4F2 octahedra and SO4 tetrahedra, with potassium cations located in between the layers, as solved using neutron and synchrotron diffraction experiments coupled with electron diffraction. The detailed analysis of the structure reveals an alternation of edge-and corner-shared FeO4F2 octahedra leading to a large monoclinic cell of 1771.774(7) angstrom(3). The potassium atoms are mobile within the structure as deduced by ionic conductivity measurements and confirmed by the bond valence energy landscape approach thus enabling a partial electrochemical removal of K+ and uptake of Li+ at an average potential of 3.7 V vs. Li+/Li-0. Finally, neutron diffraction experiments coupled with SQUID measurements reveal a long range antiferromagnetic ordering of the Fe2+ magnetic moments below 22 K with a possible magnetoelectric behavior. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Cambridge | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000362041300018 | Publication Date | 2015-08-17 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488; 2050-7496 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.867 | Times cited | 11 | Open Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.867; 2015 IF: 7.443 | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:132566 | Serial | 4253 | ||
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Author | Wee, L.H.; Meledina, M.; Turner, S.; Custers, K.; Kerkhofs, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Martens, J.A. | ||||
Title | Hematite iron oxide nanorod patterning inside COK-12 mesochannels as an efficient visible light photocatalyst | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2015 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry A : materials for energy and sustainability | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 3 | Issue | 3 | Pages ![]() |
19884-19891 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The uniform dispersion of functional oxide nanoparticles on the walls of ordered mesoporous silica to tailor optical, electronic, and magnetic properties for biomedical and environmental applications is a scientific challenge. Here, we demonstrate homogeneous confined growth of 5 nanometer-sized hematite iron oxide (α-Fe2O3) inside mesochannels of ordered mesoporous COK-12 nanoplates. The three-dimensional inclusion of the α-Fe2O3 nanorods in COK-12 particles is studied using high-angle annular dark field scanning transmission electron microscopy (HAADF-STEM), energy-dispersive X-ray (EDX) spectroscopy and electron tomography. High resolution imaging and EDX spectroscopy provide information about the particle size, shape and crystal phase of the loaded α-Fe2O3 material, while electron tomography provides detailed information on the spreading of the nanorods throughout the COK-12 host. This nanocomposite material, having a semiconductor band gap energy of 2.40 eV according to diffuse reflectance spectroscopy, demonstrates an improved visible light photocatalytic degradation activity with rhodamine 6G and 1-adamantanol model compounds. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000362041300033 | Publication Date | 2015-08-26 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488;2050-7496; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.867 | Times cited | 9 | Open Access | |
Notes | L.H.W. and S.T. thank the FWO-Vlaanderen for a postdoctoral research fellowship (12M1415N) and under contract number G004613N . J.A.M gratefully acknowledge financial supports from Flemish Government (Long-term structural funding-Methusalem). Collaboration among universities was supported by the Belgian Government (IAP-PAI network). | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.867; 2015 IF: 7.443 | ||
Call Number | c:irua:132567 | Serial | 3959 | ||
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Author | Zalfani, M.; van der Schueren, B.; Hu, Z.-Y.; Rooke, J.C.; Bourguiga, R.; Wu, M.; Li, Y.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Su, B.-L. | ||||
Title | Novel 3DOM BiVO4/TiO2nanocomposites for highly enhanced photocatalytic activity | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2015 | Publication | Journal of materials chemistry A : materials for energy and sustainability | Abbreviated Journal | J Mater Chem A |
Volume | 3 | Issue | 3 | Pages ![]() |
21244-21256 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Novel 3DOM BiVO4/TiO2 nanocomposites with intimate contact were for the first time synthesized by a hydrothermal method in order to elucidate their visible-light-driven photocatalytic performances. BiVO4 nanoparticles and 3DOM TiO2 inverse opal were fabricated respectively. These materials were characterized by XRD, XPS, SEM, TEM, N2 adsorption–desorption and UV-vis diffuse (UV-vis) and photoluminescence spectroscopies. As references for comparison, a physical mixture of BiVO4 nanoparticles and 3DOM TiO2 inverse opal powder (0.08 : 1), and a BiVO4/P25 TiO2 (0.08 : 1) nanocomposite made also by the hydrothermal method were prepared. The photocatalytic performance of all the prepared materials was evaluated by the degradation of rhodamine B (RhB) as a model pollutant molecule under visible light irradiation. The highly ordered 3D macroporous inverse opal structure can provide more active surface areas and increased mass transfer because of its highly accessible 3D porosity. The results show that 3DOM BiVO4/TiO2 nanocomposites possess a highly prolonged lifetime and increased separation of visible light generated charges and extraordinarily high photocatalytic activity. Owing to the intimate contact between BiVO4 and large surface area 3DOM TiO2, the photogenerated high energy charges can be easily transferred from BiVO4 to the 3DOM TiO2 support. BiVO4 nanoparticles in the 3DOM TiO2 inverse opal structure act thus as a sensitizer to absorb visible light and to transfer efficiently high energy electrons to TiO2 to ensure long lifetime of the photogenerated charges and keep them well separated, owing to the direct band gap of BiVO4 of 2.4 eV, favourably positioned band edges, very low recombination rate of electron–hole pairs and stability when coupled with photocatalysts, explaining the extraordinarily high photocatalytic performance of 3DOM BiVO4/TiO2 nanocomposites. It is found that larger the amount of BiVO4 in the nanocomposite, longer the duration of photogenerated charge separation and higher the photocatalytic activity. This work can shed light on the development of novel visible light responsive nanomaterials for efficient solar energy utilisation by the intimate combination of an inorganic light sensitizing nanoparticle with an inverse opal structure with high diffusion efficiency and high accessible surface area. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000363163200049 | Publication Date | 2015-09-08 | |
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ISSN | 2050-7488;2050-7496; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 8.867 | Times cited | 88 | Open Access | |
Notes | This work was realized with the financial support of the Belgian FNRS (Fonds National de la Recherche Scientifique). This research used resources of the Electron Microscopy Service located at the University of Namur. This Service is a member of the “Plateforme Technologique Morphologie – Imagerie”. The XPS analyses were made in the LISE, Department of Physics of the University of Namur thanks to Dr P. Louette. This work was also supported by Changjiang Scholars and the Innovative Research Team (IRT1169) of the Ministry of Education of the People's Republic of China. B. L. Su acknowledges the Chinese Central Government for an “Expert of the State” position in the Program of the “Thousand Talents” and a Clare Hall Life Membership at the Clare Hall and the financial support of the Department of Chemistry, University of Cambridge. G. Van Tendeloo and Z. Y. Hu acknowledge support from the EC Framework 7 program ESTEEM2 (Reference 312483).; esteem2_jra4 | Approved | Most recent IF: 8.867; 2015 IF: 7.443 | ||
Call Number | c:irua:129476 c:irua:129476 | Serial | 3951 | ||
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