This work focuses on the development of an innovative detection platform utilizing a novel ternary composite of transition metal dichalcogenide ruthenium disulfide ( RuS2), tungsten trioxide ( WO3) and multi-walled carbon nanotubes ( RuS2/ WO3/MWCNT) for the purpose of detecting hazardous pollutant catechol. An augmented current response for catechol was acquired by the synergetic effect of ternary composite. The unique combination of these materials enhances the sensor’s electrochemical performance due to the excellent catalytic activity of RuS2, redox properties of WO3 and the high surface area and electrical conductivity provided by MWCNTs. Morphological and structural characterizations were done using different characterization methods. The increased electroactive surface area and fast electron transfer rate resulted by the adaptation of the working electrode leads to the development of a sensitive and selective sensor. The RuS2/ WO3/MWCNT modified electrode exhibited remarkable sensitivity towards catechol determination with a wide linear detection range of 1.0–1028.0 μM and a modest low detection limit of 0.61 μM. The sensor demonstrated consistent performance in assessing the reproducibility and repeatability trials. The fabricated sensor gave reliable results and satisfactory recovery range when application on real-time sample analysis.

This work concentrates on the design and implementation of aptamer-based electrochemical biosensors using a layer-by-layer approach for precise tracking of mucin-1 (MUC1), an important biomarker linked to breast cancer. The electrochemical biosensor was created by modifying a screen-printed carbon electrode (SPCE) with V2C MXene booster and gold nanoparticles (Au-NPs), along with Cd2+ integrated aptamer (AP) (SPCE/V2C-MXene/Au NPs/Cd2+-AP). This biosensor demonstrated high specificity and affinity for MUC1, establishing a sensitive quantification mechanism. The MXene nanolayer was produced and analyzed via TEM, XPS, SEM, AFM, BET, and MAP techniques. It served as a supportive material that enhanced electrochemical conductivity and allowed for the integration of the aptamer (AP) as the biological recognition component. The biosensor was constructed by immobilizing MUC1-specific aptamers onto the surfaces of SPCE/V2C-MXene/Au NPs, enabling selective recognition and binding with MUC1. The recorded signal, corresponding to Cd2+ integrated with AP at SPCE/V2C-MXene/Au NPs/Cd2+-AP, enabled quantitative assessment of MUC1 levels. The findings showed a linear concentration span of 1.0–500 pg/mL for detecting MUC1, achieving a detection limit of 3.45 fg/mL utilizing the SPCE/ V2C-MXene/Au NPs/Cd2+-AP biosensor. The SPCE/V2C-MXene/Au NPs/Cd2+-AP biosensor exhibited a good affinity for the detection of MUC1 in the presence of other breast cancer biomarkers, confirming its selectivity.

Sodium-ion batteries (SIBs) offer a viable alternative to partially or fully replace lithium ion batteries (LIBs) due to their lower cost and increased safety. This paper outlines the compositional optimizations, crystallographic evaluations, and electrochemical behavior of a novel mixed NASICON polyanionic compound, NaFe2PO4(SO4)2 (NFPS). X-ray photoelectron spectrometry (XPS) results showed that cobalt doping produces a higher concentration of oxygen defects compared to undoped samples. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM) analysis results revealed that the modified sample has more uniform pores and pore distribution. Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) measurements showed that doping of Co2+ reduces the specific surface area of NFPS-Co0.08 compared to NFPS. This shortens the sodium ion diffusion pathway and promotes ion dynamics. The addition of Co2+ to the sample significantly improved its performance during galvanostatic charge-discharge tests. The electrochemical activity also is significantly enhanced by Co2+ doping. Na0.84Co0.08Fe2PO4(SO4)2 exhibits superior rate and cycling performance compared to pristine NFPS. After 80 cycles at 25 mA g-1, NFPS-Co0.08 retained discharge specific capacity of 60.8 mA h g-1, which is 1.24 times greater than that of NFPS.

A novel, ultra-high sensitivity electrochemical aptamer biosensor (EAB) was fabricated by immobilising gold nanoparticles (Au) on a nano-confined interface of N-doped carbon nanofibers/carbon fibers (N-CNFs/CFs). Gold nanoparticle-thiol (Au–S) conjugates, coupled with aptamer-specific recognition technology, were used to immobilise aflatoxin B1 (AFB1). The nanoconfined interface of N-CNFs/CFs provides more binding sites for Au with its unique spatial structure and electroactive surface area, enhancing the electrochemical performance of the matrix. Compared to the existing sensor detection limit, the limit of detection(LOD) of the EAB was approximately 6.4 pg/mL. The dynamic detection ranged from 10.0 to 1.0 × 108 pg/ mL. Furthermore, AFB1 was also successfully detected in Chinese Materia Medica decoction pieces(CMMDP) using the prepared EAB, with recoveries ranging from 96.18 to 112.87%. These results demonstrate the proposed EAB’s potential as a reliable tool for rapid and efficient detection of AFB1 in complex matrices.

Efforts to mass-produce high-quality graphene sheets are crucial for advancing its practical and industrial applications across various fields. In this study, we present an innovative electrochemical exfoliation method designed to enhance graphene quality and increase yield. Our approach combines two key techniques: expanding the tightly packed graphite interlayer used as the electrode medium and precisely controlling voltage polarity. The dual-exfoliation technique optimizes the use of anions and cations of varying sizes in the electrolyte to facilitate meticulous intercalation, allowing ions to penetrate deeply and evenly into the graphite interlayer. The newly designed dual-exfoliation technique using biased switching polarity minimizes the generation of oxygen-containing radicals, while the incorporation of expanded graphite accelerates exfoliation speed and reduces oxidation, maintaining high graphene purity. With these improvements, we produced 1–3 layer graphene sheets with minimal defects ( ID/IG ≈ 0.13) and high purity (C/O ratio ≈ 20.51), achieving a yield 3.1 times larger than previously reported methods. The graphene sheets also demonstrated excellent electrochemical properties in a three-electrode system, with an electrical conductivity of 92.6 S cm− 1, a specific capacitance of 207.4 F g− 1, and a retention of 94.8% after 5,000 charge/discharge cycles, highlighting their superior stability and performance.

Lithium- and manganese-rich layered oxide (LMRO) is considered a promising cathode material for lithium-ion batteries owing to its high capacity and energy density. However, operation at a high voltage of 4.8 V leads to several issues including low Coulombic efficiency, poor cycle life, slow kinetics, and voltage decay due to spinel phase transition, hindering commercialization. Herein, we synthesized a cobalt-free LMRO cathode and studied the effect of Nb2O5 and Sb2O3 coating layers on electrochemical performance. The Nb2O5 coating facilitated the formation of a LiNbO3 layer, which enhanced the initial electrochemical performance, including Coulombic efficiency and energy density. Meanwhile, Sb2O3 not only coated the surface but also doped into the bulk structure, thereby increasing capacity and improving rate capability. Comparative analysis using materials with different structural solubility revealed how oxide coatings influenced lithium-ion transport and electrochemical behavior. This study highlights the importance of interfacial engineering for optimizing LMRO cathodes for high-performance lithium-ion batteries.

The accurate detection of vital biomarkers such as Ascorbic Acid (AA), Uric Acid (UA) and Nitrite ( NO2 −) is crucial for human health surveillance. However, existing methods often struggle with concurrent detection and quantification of multiple species, highlighting the need for a more effective solution. To address this challenge, this study aimed to develop a multifunctional electrochemical sensor capable of parallel detection of AA, UA and NO2 − using a synergistic combination of Graphene Oxide (GO) and Cadmium Sulfide (CdS) materials. Notably, the fabricated CdS@GO/Glassy Carbon Electrode (GCE) exhibited exceptional electrochemical activity, as evidenced by Differential Pulse Voltammetry (DPV) analysis. The sensor demonstrated remarkable sensitivity (8.13, 10.12, and 9.05 μA·μM−1·cm−2) and ultra-low detection limits (0.034, 0.062, and 0.084 μM) for AA, UA and NO2 −, respectively. Furthermore, it successfully identified single molecules of each analyte in aqueous and biologic fluid samples, with recovery values comparable to those obtained using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) standard addition methods. The significance of this study lies in developing a novel CdS@ GO/GCE sensor that enables concurrent detection and quantification of multiple vital biomarkers, offering a promising tool for human health monitoring and diagnosis.

LiFePO4/C has been successfully synthesized using surfactant-assisted solid-state reaction method to investigate the effects of non-polar solvents on structural properties and electrochemical performance. Petroleum jelly, oleic acid, and sucrose were used as non-polar solvents, surfactants and carbon sources. The ratio of petroleum jelly and oleic acid were 0.5:1 (LFP A), 1:1 (LFP B), and 2:1 (LFP C). The XRD, FE-SEM, and HR-TEM results show that adding petroleum jelly in LFP C enhances crystallinity and improves the morphology of nanoplates in LiFePO4 material. The EDS and Raman Spectroscopy tests show that the higher addition of petroleum jelly increases carbon percentage and carbon layer defects. The highest Li-ion diffusion coefficient was calculated by LFP C of 4.21 × 10– 15 cm2. s−1. Furthermore, the highest discharge test results at 0.1 C of LFP A, LFP B, and LFP C were 125 mAh.g−1, 103 mAh.g−1, and 144 mAh.g−1, respectively. However, C-rate performance shows that the specific capacity of LFP A, LFP B, and LFP C at 5 C were 74 mAh.g−1, 35 mAh.g−1, and 59 mAh.g−1, respectively. The cyclability test results showed that LFP A capacity retention after testing for 100 cycles was better than LFP C, and the lowest stability was obtained by LFP B. The addition of petroleum jelly improved the performance of LiFePO4/ C but resulted in excess carbon in active material which decreased battery stability and specific capacity at high C-rate. Our results suggest that non-polar solvents can be added to LiFePO4/ C synthesis to improve electrochemical performance but less carbon chains must be chosen.

Nitrite is commonly found in various aspects of daily life, but its excessive intake poses health risks like blood oxygen transport impairment and cancer risks. Accurate detection of nitrite is crucial for preventing its potential harm and ensuring public health. In this work, Cu–Co bimetallic nanoparticles (NPs) incorporated nitrogen-doped carbon dodecahedron (Cu/ Co@N–C/CNTs-X, where X denotes the carbonization temperatures) are synthesized by facile carbonization of CuO@ZIF- 67 composites. Cu and Co NPs are uniformly embedded in the carbon dodecahedron decorated by carbon nanotubes (CNTs) without agglomeration. Combining the superior catalytic from Cu and Co NPs with the electrical conductivity and stability from the carbon frameworks, the Cu/Co@N–C/CNTs-600 composite as catalyst detected nitrite concentrations ranging from 1 to 5000 μM, with sensitivity values of 0.708 μA μM–1 cm– 2, and a detection limit of 0.5 μM. Moreover, this sensor demonstrated notable selectivity, stability and reproducibility. The design of Cu/Co@N–C/CNTs-X catalysts prepared in this study can be used as an attractive alternative in the fields of food quality and environmental detection.

Electrochemical reduction of carbon dioxide is a crucial energy conversion protocol involving two significant processes: converting CO2, a greenhouse gas, into value-added products and reducing fossil fuel usage to produce fuels or chemical products. Moreover, the production of CO from the carbon dioxide reduction reaction is highly substantial since it is a twoproton/ electron reaction, and it also finds potential applications in chemical, metallurgical, and pharmaceutical industries. Among the various classes of electrocatalytic materials, single-atom catalysts have attracted great attention because of their high atom utilization. Here, we survey the recent research trends involved in the preparation of single atom-based electrocatalysts for the generation of carbon monoxide from the electroreduction of carbon dioxide.

Oxyfluorination treatment was used to enhance the electrochemical properties of SiOx/C-based lithium-ion battery anode materials by improving the dispersibility of multi-walled carbon nanotubes, which are conductive materials. The dispersibility, chemical, and morphological characteristics of the oxyfluorinated carbon nanotubes were confirmed through various analyses. In addition, the effect of oxyfluorination was analyzed by a lithium-ion battery performance test, and the discharge capacity and cycling stability were significantly improved. The introduction of oxygen functional groups onto the surface of the carbon nanotubes improved their dispersibility. The fluorine functional groups also acted as catalysts for the introduction of these oxygen functional groups onto the surface and improved the cycling stability by forming a LiF-based solid electrolyte interphase layer. The high discharge capacity and improved cycling stability of these lithium-ion batteries were attributed to the enhanced dispersibility of carbon nanotubes induced by oxyfluorination and the resulting enhancement of the 3D network in the anode material promoting the movement of lithium ions and electrons.