A. X. Yang^a, L. F. Huang^b,*, Y. Y. Liu^c

Chalcogenide Letters, Vol.22, No.7, pp. 649-663, 2025, DOI:10.15251/CL.2025.227.649

Abstract An innovative flexible electronic device was developed by integrating functionalized carbon nanotubes, bismuth sulfide nanostructures, and a polyvinylidene fluoride matrix to create a highly water‐resistant strain detection platform. The fabricated film exhibited a remarkable static water contact angle of 141°, with only a 3–4° reduction after 48 hours of immersion, confirming its excellent hydrophobic performance. Mechanical testing revealed a tensile strength of 43.2 MPa and maintained over 96% of its original strength following 1000 bending cycles, thereby demonstrating outstanding durability under repetitive deformation. Electrical characterization showed an initial conductivity of 12.3 S/m and a baseline resistance near… More >

Xiaobo Jiang, Hongchao Zheng^*

Structural Durability & Health Monitoring, Vol.19, No.6, pp. 1695-1716, 2025, DOI:10.32604/sdhm.2025.063890 - 17 November 2025

Abstract Construction failures caused by unforeseen circumstances, such as natural disasters, environmental degradation, and structural weaknesses, present significant challenges in achieving durability, safety, and sustainability. This research addresses these challenges through the development of advanced emergency rescue systems incorporating wood-derived nanomaterials and IoT-enabled Structural Health Monitoring (SHM) technologies. The use of nanocellulose which demonstrates outstanding mechanical capabilities and biodegradability alongside high resilience allowed developers to design modular rescue systems that function effectively even under challenging conditions while providing real-time failure protection. Experimental data from testing showed that the replacement system strengthened load-bearing limits by 20% while… More >

Robyn Lesch¹, Evan David Visser¹, Ntalane Sello Seroka^1,2,*, Lindiwe Khotseng^1,*

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.10, pp. 1935-1977, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2025.02025-0026 - 22 October 2025

Abstract The review investigates the use of biomass-derived carbon as precursors for nanomaterials, acknowledging their sustainability and eco-friendliness. It examines various types of biomasses, such as agricultural residues and food byproducts, focussing on their transformation via environmentally friendly methods such as pyrolysis and hydrothermal carbonisation. Innovations in creating porous carbon nanostructures and heteroatom surface functionalisation are identified, enhancing catalytic performance. The study also explores the integration of biomass-derived carbon with nanomaterials for energy storage, catalysis, and other applications, noting the economic and environmental benefits. Despite these advantages, challenges persist in optimising synthesis methods and scaling production. More > Graphic Abstract

Qinghua Qin^*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.85, No.1, pp. 1-39, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.067293 - 29 August 2025

Abstract Carbon nanotubes (CNTs), black phosphorus nanotubes (BPNTs), and graphene derivatives exhibit significant promise for applications in nano-electromechanical systems (NEMS), energy storage, and sensing technologies due to their exceptional mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties. This review summarizes recent advances in understanding the dynamic behaviors of these nanomaterials, with a particular focus on insights gained from molecular dynamics (MD) simulations. Key areas discussed include the oscillatory and rotational dynamics of double-walled CNTs, fabrication and stability challenges associated with BPNTs, and the emerging potential of graphyne nanotubes (GNTs). The review also outlines design strategies for enhancing nanodevice performance More >

Oscar Sariñana-Aldaco¹, Carmen Alicia Ayala-Contreras¹, Susana González-Morales², Gregorio Cadenas-Pliego³, Marissa Pérez-Alvarez³, América Berenice Morales-Díaz⁴, Dámaris Leopoldina Ojeda-Barrios⁵, José Gerardo Uresti-Porras⁶, Adalberto Benavides-Mendoza^7,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.7, pp. 2131-2153, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.067577 - 31 July 2025

Abstract Selenium (Se) is a nutrient that is considered beneficial for plants, because its improvement in growth, yield and quality helps plants to mitigate stress. The objective of this research was to evaluate the application of sodium selenite (Na₂SeO₃), nanoparticles (SeNPs) and microparticles (SeMPs) of Se in cucumber seedlings, via two experiments: one with seed priming and the other with foliar application of Se materials. The doses used were: 0, 0.1, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 and 3.0 mg · L⁻¹, for each form of Se and for each form of application. Treatment 0 consisted of the application of… More >

Alejandra Sánchez-Reyna¹, Yolanda González-García², Ángel Gabriel Alpuche-Solís³, Gregorio Cadenas-Pliego⁴, Adalberto Benavides-Mendoza^5,6, Antonio Juárez-Maldonado^6,7,*

Phyton-International Journal of Experimental Botany, Vol.94, No.7, pp. 2097-2116, 2025, DOI:10.32604/phyton.2025.067092 - 31 July 2025

Abstract Tomato is an economically important crop that is susceptible to biotic and abiotic stresses, situations that negatively affect the crop cycle. Biotic stress is caused by phytopathogens such as Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. lycopersici (FOL), responsible for vascular wilt, a disease that causes economic losses of up to 100% in crops of interest. Nanomaterials represent an area of opportunity for pathogen control through stimulations that modify the plant development program, achieving greater adaptation and tolerance to stress. The aim of this study was to evaluate the antimicrobial capacity of the nanoparticles and the concentrations used in tomato… More >

Ying Shen¹, Shichao Zhao¹, Yanfei Lv¹, Fei Chen¹, Li Fu^1,*, Hassan Karimi-Maleh^2,*

CMC-Computers, Materials & Continua, Vol.84, No.2, pp. 1921-1950, 2025, DOI:10.32604/cmc.2025.067427 - 03 July 2025

Abstract This review presents a comprehensive and forward-looking analysis of how Large Language Models (LLMs) are transforming knowledge discovery in the rational design of advanced micro/nano electrocatalyst materials. Electrocatalysis is central to sustainable energy and environmental technologies, but traditional catalyst discovery is often hindered by high complexity, fragmented knowledge, and inefficiencies. LLMs, particularly those based on Transformer architectures, offer unprecedented capabilities in extracting, synthesizing, and generating scientific knowledge from vast unstructured textual corpora. This work provides the first structured synthesis of how LLMs have been leveraged across various electrocatalysis tasks, including automated information extraction from literature,… More >

Hebat-Allah S. Tohamy^*, Mohamed El-Sakhawy, Samir Kamel

Journal of Renewable Materials, Vol.13, No.1, pp. 21-47, 2025, DOI:10.32604/jrm.2024.058603 - 20 January 2025

Abstract Lignocellulosic materials (LCMs), abundant biomass residues, pose significant environmental challenges when improperly disposed of. LCMs, such as sugarcane bagasse, rice straw, saw dust and agricultural residues, are abundant but often burned, contributing to air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. This review explores the potential of transforming these materials into high-value carbon nanomaterials (CNMs). We explore the potential of transforming these materials into high-value CNMs. By employing techniques like carbonization and activation, LCMs can be converted into various CNMs, including carbon nanotubes (CNTs), graphene (G), graphene oxide (GO), carbon quantum dots (CQDs), nanodiamonds (NDs), fullerenes… More > Graphic Abstract

Prabhakar Misra^1,*, Hawazin Alghamdi¹, Raul Garcia-Sanchez¹, Wyatt Mitchell², Allison Powell³, Nikhil Vohra⁴

The International Conference on Computational & Experimental Engineering and Sciences, Vol.31, No.4, pp. 1-1, 2024, DOI:10.32604/icces.2024.013296

Abstract Semiconducting quantum dots (Q-dots) with strain-tunable electronic properties are good contenders for quantum computing devices, as they hold promise to exhibit a high level of photon entanglement. The optical and electronic properties of Q-dots vary with their size, shape, and makeup. An assortment of Q-dots has been studied, including ZnO, ZnS, CdSe and perovskites [1]. We have employed both Raman spectroscopy (to precisely determine their vibrational frequencies) and UV-VIS spectroscopy (to determine accurately their band gap energies). The electronic band structure and density of states of the ZnO and ZnS Q-dots have been investigated under More >

Afraz Hussain Majeed¹, Rashid Mahmood², Sayed M. Eldin³, Imran Saddique^4,5,*, S. Saleem⁶, Muhammad Jawad⁷

CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.139, No.2, pp. 1505-1519, 2024, DOI:10.32604/cmes.2023.030255 - 29 January 2024

Abstract This study explains the entropy process of natural convective heating in the nanofluid-saturated cavity in a heated fin and magnetic field. The temperature is constant on the Y-shaped fin, insulating the top wall while the remaining walls remain cold. All walls are subject to impermeability and non-slip conditions. The mathematical modeling of the problem is demonstrated by the continuity, momentum, and energy equations incorporating the inclined magnetic field. For elucidating the flow characteristics Finite Element Method (FEM) is implemented using stable FE pair. A hybrid fine mesh is used for discretizing the domain. Velocity and More >