Center for Advanced Materials: Recent submissions
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Rational construction of N-containing carbon sheets atomically doped NiP-CoP nanohybrid electrocatalysts for enhanced green hydrogen and oxygen production
(2024 , Article)The pursuit of sustainable energy production has directed rigorous research in the field of electrocatalysis, particularly for water electrolysis (i.e., hydrogen evolution (HER) and oxygen evolution reactions (OER)). This ... -
Quasi-static axial crushing investigation of filament-wound eco-friendly energy-absorbing glass fiber and jute fiber composite structures
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This study conducts a comparative analysis of glass fiber (GF) and jute fiber (JF) as energy-absorbing filament wound eco-friendly structures under quasi-static axial crushing with varying wall thickness, starting with a ... -
Modification of polyethylene for oil-water separation in industrial wastewater treatment
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) is extensively used worldwide in various applications due to its versatile features and abundant commercial availability. This study investigated, for the first time, the beneficial use of ... -
Innovative Tin and hard carbon architecture for enhanced stability in lithium-ion battery anodes
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Tin (Sn), with a theoretical capacity of 994 mAh g-1, is a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries (LIBs). However, fundamental limitations like large volume expansion during charge-discharge cycle and confined ... -
Towards green membranes: Repurposing waste polypropylene with a single plant-based solvent via tandem spin-casting and annealing
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)A key aspect of advancing sustainable membrane technology is to source eco-friendly polymers, such as recycled plastic waste, use renewable plant-based solvents, and limit the number of solvents used in dissolution-precipitation ... -
Impact of hybrid natural deep eutectic solvent and polyacrylamide flocculant systems on the flocculation of highly stable graphene oxide suspensions
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Graphene oxide (GO)-based nanomaterials have garnered significant attentions for various industrial applications due to their remarkable structural and physicochemical properties. Consequently, the impact of the increased ... -
Integrated seawater hub: A nexus of sustainable water, energy, and resource generation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This review paper explores the potential for seawater desalination plants to operate as integrated hubs for addressing the increasing demand for water, energy, mineral resources, and foods, particularly in resource-scarce ... -
Tailoring Cu immobilized MCM-41-based mesostructured catalysts for selective hydrogenolysis of biomass-derived furfural
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The CuO-supported MCM-41 catalysts were prepared using a simple incipient wet impregnation method. The catalysts were investigated for hydrogenation of furfural to furfuryl alcohol synthesis. Among all the catalysts, the ... -
Emerging trends in wastewater treatment: Addressing microorganic pollutants and environmental impacts
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This review focuses on the challenges and advances associated with the treatment and management of microorganic pollutants, encompassing pesticides, industrial chemicals, and persistent organic pollutants (POPs) in the ... -
Date palm (Phoenix dactylifera) bioactive constituents and their applications as natural multifunctional ingredients in health-promoting foods and nutraceuticals: A comprehensive review
( John Wiley and Sons Inc , 2025 , Article Review)Foods that support human health and longevity are becoming increasingly relevant as substitutes for or adjuncts to pharmacological drugs, either through direct consumption or incorporation into designer foods fortified ... -
Recent research directions on functional royal jelly: highlights prospects in food, nutraceutical, and pharmacological industries
( Taylor and Francis Ltd. , 2024 , Article Review)The food and pharmaceutical industries have utilized royal jelly, an alternative medicinal food, as a natural pharmaceutical product since ancient times. Royal jelly has a unique remarkable composition containing lipids, ... -
Simulation and optimization of lead-free CH3NH3SnI3 perovskite solar cells using SCAPS-1D
( Elsevier , 2025 , Article)Recent advances in photovoltaic technology have made perovskite solar cells attractive prospects for future energy solutions. However, the presence of lead (Pb) in many perovskite materials causes environmental and health ... -
Cellulose-inspired approaches to sustainable EMI shielding materials: A comprehensive review
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article Review)Electromagnetic induction (EMI) shielding has become essential across various industries to counteract the detrimental impact of EMI on electronic devices and delicate machinery. Traditional EMI shielding materials, ... -
Pyrolysis temperature effect on the efficacy of biochar/CuNi composite catalysts for emerging pollutant degradation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Sugarcane pulp bagasse biochar (SCPBB) was produced through pyrolysis from 500 to 900 °C under a nitrogen atmosphere, and their SCPBB/CuNi composites was produced through wetness impregnation with copper and nickel salts ... -
Detailed organic characterization of process water to evaluate reverse osmosis membrane fouling in industrial wastewater treatment
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)One of the major waste streams within the oil and gas (O&G) industry is produced and process water generated during hydrocarbon production and treatment, respectively. In gas production facilities, process water typically ... -
Iron slag/activated carbon-electrokinetic system with anolyte recycling for single and mixture heavy metals remediation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)The electrokinetic process has been proposed for in-situ soil remediation to minimize excavation work and exposure to hazardous materials. The precipitation of heavy metals in alkaline pH near the cathode is still challenging. ... -
Monitoring fatigue cracks in riveted plates using a sideband intensity based nonlinear ultrasonic technique
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Aluminum structures are routinely used in aircraft due to their lightweight and corrosion resistance properties. Multi-layered aluminum plates are generally joined by rivets forming regions which are prone to fatigue crack ... -
Efficient lithium recovery from simulated brine using a hybrid system: Direct contact membrane distillation (DCMD) and electrically switched ion exchange (ESIX)
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) brine is a readily available resource hub in many countries, fulfilling the country's freshwater need by SWRO, yet lower in a concentration of high-demand elements like Li. This study outlines ... -
Advancing steel protection with Ceria@Talc-8-hydroxyquinoline modified Polyurethane coatings
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)This research delves into a hybrid framework involving the synthesis of composite particles combining ceria-modified talc (CeO2@Talc) through a chemical precipitation method. The hybrid particles were then loaded with ... -
Harnessing plastic waste for sustainable membrane filtration with trimodal structure through acid-catalyzed oxidation
( Elsevier , 2024 , Article)Polyolefin waste is among the most generated yet least recycled. Despite its potential as a feedstock of superhydrophobic membranes for organic solvent filtration, it remains a challenge to achieve high selectivity and ...
