The pursuit of second-order nonlinear optical (NLO) materials for mid-infrared (mid-IR, 3–5 μm) applications has been a significant research frontier due to their potential in optoelectronic technologies. In this review, we focus on noncentrosymmetric (NCS) molybdenum/tungsten tellurites incorporating d0 transition metal cations (Mo6+/W6+) and Te4+ cation with stereo-chemically active lone electron

This review presents the applications of first-row late transition-metal sandwich complexes, including derivatives of ferrocene, FeCp2 (Cp = η5-C5H5), and of salts of cobalticenium [CoCp2]+ and mixed sandwich complexes [FeCp(η6-arene)]+ as molecular or macromolecular electron reservoirs. Forty-five years ago, the concept of electron reservoirs was proposed for the permethylated 19-electron d7 Fe(I)

Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) are revolutionizing porous materials with their incredible structures and functionalities that have been extensively explored in many fields. Unlike traditional porous materials, MOFs offer a unique opportunity for precise design and modification of the porosities and pore environments. Their nanoscale confined spaces with specific shapes and surface functionalities

Bismuth Ferrite (BiFeO₃) is a widely researched multiferroic material that exhibits ferroelectric, antiferromagnetic, and piezoelectric properties at room temperature, making it an exceptional candidate for a range of applications across multiple fields. This review explores the fundamental properties of BiFeO₃-based nanostructures, including their high Curie temperature, significant piezoelectric

Ethylene (C2H4) is extremely important as one of the world's largest chemical commodity. A variety of light hydrocarbon gases (C1-C3) and carbon dioxide (CO2) coexist with C2H4 in the production, which need to be removed to produce polymer grade C2H4. Conventional thermal-driven distillation separation processes consume large amounts of energy, which has prompted the creation of energy-efficient adsorption

In the past few years, researchers have emphasized the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), which are made up of metallic ions and organic compounds as ligands. MOFs have an extensive list of potential applications as corrosion-inhibiting nanomaterials due to inherent notable characteristics, which include an enormous effective area, pore size manipulation, changeable behavior and molecular

Flexible electronics, featuring low thinness, high conformability, multifunctionality, and high portability, have revolutionized the interaction experiences of human beings. This emerging technology is also ushering in groundbreaking advancements in intelligent manufacturing, humanoid robots, and digital medicine. However, the diverse functionalities and applications of flexible electronics often require

Prussian blue, a more than three hundred years old inorganic coordination polymer, has drawn immense interest in the field of energy conversion. Prussian blue (PB) and Prussian blue analogs (PBAs) have been extensively used for water oxidation, hydrogen evolution, oxygen reduction, nitrogen reduction reaction, etc. In addition, PB and PBAs were explored as the cocatalysts for photocatalytic and photoelectrochemical

Cancer ranks as the second leading cause of death worldwide, and many researchers have found that early screening and diagnosis greatly reduce cancer-related mortality. The use of circulating tumor markers (CTMs) in cancer diagnostics is well warranted, given the potential for CTMs to provide valuable insights into the occurrence and development of cancer. The past two decades have witnessed remarkable

The ongoing search for sustainable and renewable energy solutions to combat energy shortages and mitigate environmental pollution remains an urgent priority. It catalyzes the rapid evolution of cutting-edge technologies for energy storage and environmental remediation, hinging on advanced functional materials. In addition to the unprecedentedly high surface area and tunable porous structures of metal-organic

Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have been widely used in physics, chemistry, and medicine due to their large porosity and adjustable pores, high specific surface area, and good chemical and thermal stability. Most MOFs are structurally stable, but they still undergo morphological transformation and structural transformation under the stimulating factors, and these transformations are unavoidable. In

Ratiometric fluorescence sensors attract more and more attention in the field of fluorescence sensors due to their excellent properties. The advanced material with high luminescent properties is the key to developing ratiometric fluorescence sensors. The covalent organic frameworks (COFs) stand out as an exceptional candidate for fluorescence sensing due to their expansive specific surface area and

With the advancement of industrial development and urbanization, the indiscriminate discharge of industrial pollutants and wastes containing heavy metals and precious metals poses a significant threat to human health and ecosystems. Despite the widespread use of several traditional therapeutic procedures, these treatments frequently exhibit low efficacy and significant environmental consequences. The

As global demand for renewable energy consumption and environmental treatment intensifies, the development of innovative technologies and green materials for catalytic transformation is increasingly critical. Porphyrins, often referred to as the ‘pigments of life’, are notable for their macrocyclic π-conjugated electronic structures and distinctive light excitation/absorption properties. They have

Sensitized Triplet-triplet annihilation (sTTA) photon upconversion (UC) represents a cutting-edge technology with far-reaching implications in both sustainable energy and biomedical realms. By capitalizing on the unique properties of excited triplet states, sTTA-UC enables the conversion of low-energy photons into higher-energy counterparts, offering promising solutions for efficient solar energy utilization

This review elucidates the pivotal role of polyoxometalates (POMs) in photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting, an emerging field with profound implications for sustainable hydrogen production. POMs, characterized by their versatile metal oxide clusters, exhibit remarkable efficacy as co-catalysts, enhancing the efficiency and performance of PEC systems. Through precise modulation of charge separation

Sensor technology is considered to be one of the three pillars of modern information technology and has a wide range of applications in many fields. As an emerging two-dimensional (2D) material, layered double hydroxides (LDHs) have attracted more interests in sensor applications due to the characteristics such as layered structure, large surface area, unique exchangeability of intercalated anions