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Dai L, Xu Z, Tian Y. Dynamic Behavior of Liquids on Superspreading Surfaces: From Essential Mechanisms to Applications. ACS NANO 2025; 19:12626-12645. [PMID: 40146903 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c18380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/29/2025]
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The interaction between liquids and surfaces is a common phenomenon in nature and has attracted extensive scientific attention. Among these interactions, the dynamic behavior of liquids on superspreading surfaces exhibits significant diversity, which can be categorized into four processes: impact, spreading, film formation, and phase transition. Traditional characterization using the equilibrium contact angle (CA) proves insufficient for describing dynamic liquid behaviors. Recent studies introduce superspreading time (ST) and the curve of the superspreading radius versus spreading time (SRST), providing a comprehensive understanding of dynamic spreading processes. This review systematically analyzes the dynamic behaviors of liquids on superspreading surfaces, including their underlying mechanisms and associated influencing factors. Furthermore, we discuss applications of superspreading surfaces by categorizing them into unsteady-state liquid films and steady-state liquid films. The unsteady-state liquid film applications leverage the dynamic processes, such as impact, spreading, and phase transition, to enhance thermal management efficiency, bubble detachment, photothermal conversion, and convective heat transfer. In contrast, the steady-state liquid film applications focus on stable thin film formation for use in areas such as antifouling coatings, drag reduction, biomaterial enhancement, and uniform film fabrication. Finally, we highlight existing challenges in understanding liquid-solid fundamental research and industrial applications. This review provides insights into both the fundamental mechanisms and practical applications of superspreading surfaces, arousing attention in the field of superspreading to strengthen mechanism research and promote practical applications.
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- Lu Dai
- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
- Suzhou Institute for Advanced Research, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou 215123, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
- Suzhou Institute for Advanced Research, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou 215123, P. R. China
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Cheng K, Xu W, Wu H, Chen B, Yang H, Cui Z, Yu H, Cheng Z, Hu Y, Li J, Jiang H, Chu J, Wu D. Light-Triggered Droplet Gating Strategy Based on Janus Membrane Fabricated by Femtosecond Laser. ACS NANO 2024; 18:32481-32490. [PMID: 39533971 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c08108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2024]
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The characteristics of the directed transport of liquids based on Janus membranes play a crucial role in practical applications in energy, materials, physics, chemistry, medicine, biology, and other fields. Although extensive progress has been made, it is still difficult to realize the accurate controllability of liquid directional transmembrane transport. The current gating strategies for the directed transport of liquids based on Janus membranes still have some limitations: (a) using magnetic fluid may cause contamination due to the addition of new substances and (b) utilizing hydrophobicity/hydrophilicity conversion of titanium dioxide requires a long switching time (over 30 min). Herein, a strategy is proposed to precisely control liquid directional transport by altering the wettability of droplets on Janus films prepared by a femtosecond laser through photothermal effects. Infrared laser irradiation on Janus film coated with CNTs can effectively convert light energy into thermal energy, rapidly increase the surface temperature of Janus film, and change the wettability of the liquid on the film. Liquid transmembrane directional transport can be achieved within a few seconds without contaminating the transported liquid. The proposed gating strategy can enable the application of Janus membranes in various scenarios such as microchemical reactions, biological cell culture, and interface self-propulsion.
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- Kangru Cheng
- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Key Laboratory of Precision Scientific Instrumentation of Anhui Higher Education Institutes, Department of Precision Machinery and Precision Instrumentation, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Department of Modern Mechanics, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Key Laboratory of Precision Scientific Instrumentation of Anhui Higher Education Institutes, Department of Precision Machinery and Precision Instrumentation, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Key Laboratory of Precision Scientific Instrumentation of Anhui Higher Education Institutes, Department of Precision Machinery and Precision Instrumentation, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Department of Modern Mechanics, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Key Laboratory of Precision Scientific Instrumentation of Anhui Higher Education Institutes, Department of Precision Machinery and Precision Instrumentation, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Department of Modern Mechanics, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Key Laboratory of Precision Scientific Instrumentation of Anhui Higher Education Institutes, Department of Precision Machinery and Precision Instrumentation, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Key Laboratory of Precision Scientific Instrumentation of Anhui Higher Education Institutes, Department of Precision Machinery and Precision Instrumentation, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Key Laboratory of Precision Scientific Instrumentation of Anhui Higher Education Institutes, Department of Precision Machinery and Precision Instrumentation, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Department of Modern Mechanics, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Key Laboratory of Precision Scientific Instrumentation of Anhui Higher Education Institutes, Department of Precision Machinery and Precision Instrumentation, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Mechanical Behavior and Design of Materials, Key Laboratory of Precision Scientific Instrumentation of Anhui Higher Education Institutes, Department of Precision Machinery and Precision Instrumentation, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230027, China
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Liu S, Yao Y, Li X, Tang J, Dong X, Wang Y, Yin R, Li J, Xie Y, Gan W. Wood Ion Pumps Enabled by Light-Responsive MoS 2-Decorated Nanocellulosic Channels. ACS NANO 2024. [PMID: 39054775 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.4c04359] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/27/2024]
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Light-driven active ion transport discovered in nanomaterials (e.g., graphene, metal-organic framework, and MXene) implicates crucial applications in membrane-based technology and energy conversion systems. However, it remains a challenge to achieve bulk assembly. Herein, we employ the scalable wood as a framework for in situ growth of MoS2 nanosheets to facilitate light-responsive ion transport. Owing to the aligned and negatively charged wood nanochannels, the MoS2-decorated wood exhibits an excellent nanofluidic conductivity of 8.3 × 10-5 S cm-1 in 1 × 10-6 M KCl. Asymmetric light illumination creates the separation of electrons and holes in MoS2 nanosheets, enabling ions to move uphill against a wide range of concentration gradients. As a result, the MoS2-decorated wood can pump ions uphill against a 20-fold concentration gradient at a light intensity of 300 mW cm-2. When the illumination is applied to the opposite side, the osmotic current along the 20-fold concentration gradient can be enhanced to 75.1 nA, and the corresponding osmotic energy conversion power density increases to more than 12.6 times that of the nonilluminated state. Based on the light-responsive behaviors, we are extending the use of MoS2-decorated wood as the ionic elements for nanofluidic circuits, such as ion switches, ion diodes, and ion transistors. This work provides a facile and scalable strategy for fabricating light-controlled nanofluidic devices from biomass materials.
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- Suling Liu
- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-based Material Science and Technology (Ministry of Education), Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, P. R. China
- Heilongjiang Key Laboratory of Complex Traits and Protein Machines in Organisms, Northeast Forestry University, Harbin 150040, China
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Rosenberg M, Kantorovich SS, Ivanov AO, Camp PJ. Structure and dynamics in suspensions of magnetic platelets. NANOSCALE 2024; 16:10250-10261. [PMID: 38713488 DOI: 10.1039/d4nr01120a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/08/2024]
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In this research, we employ Brownian dynamics simulations, density functional theory, and mean-field theory to explore the profound influence of shape anisotropy of magnetic nanoplatelets on suspension magnetic response. Each platelet is modelled as an oblate cylinder with a longitudinal point dipole, with an emphasis on strong dipolar interactions conducive to self-assembly. We investigate static structural and magnetic properties, characterising the system through pair distribution function, static structure factor, and cluster-size distribution. The findings demonstrate that shape-specific interactions and clustering lead to significant changes in reorientational relaxation times. Under zero field, distinctive modes in the dynamic magnetic susceptibility identify individual particles and particle clusters. In the presence of an applied field, the characteristic relaxation time of clusters increases, while that of single particles decreases. This research provides insights into the intricate interplay between shape anisotropy, clustering, and magnetic response in platelet suspensions, offering valuable perspectives for recent experimental observations.
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- Margaret Rosenberg
- Faculty of Physics, University of Vienna, Kolingasse 14-16, Vienna 1090, Austria.
- Research Platform MMM, University of Vienna, Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1, Vienna, Austria
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- Faculty of Physics, University of Vienna, Kolingasse 14-16, Vienna 1090, Austria.
- Research Platform MMM, University of Vienna, Oskar-Morgenstern-Platz 1, Vienna, Austria
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- Ural Federal University, Lenin Avenue 51, Ekaterinburg, 620000, Russia
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- School of Chemistry, University of Edinburgh, David Brewster Road, Edinburgh EH9 3FJ, Scotland, UK
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Liu P, Kong XY, Jiang L, Wen L. Ion transport in nanofluidics under external fields. Chem Soc Rev 2024; 53:2972-3001. [PMID: 38345093 DOI: 10.1039/d3cs00367a] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/19/2024]
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Nanofluidic channels with tailored ion transport dynamics are usually used as channels for ion transport, to enable high-performance ion regulation behaviors. The rational construction of nanofluidics and the introduction of external fields are of vital significance to the advancement and development of these ion transport properties. Focusing on the recent advances of nanofluidics, in this review, various dimensional nanomaterials and their derived homogeneous/heterogeneous nanofluidics are first briefly introduced. Then we discuss the basic principles and properties of ion transport in nanofluidics. As the major part of this review, we focus on recent progress in ion transport in nanofluidics regulated by external physical fields (electric field, light, heat, pressure, etc.) and chemical fields (pH, concentration gradient, chemical reaction, etc.), and reveal the advantages and ion regulation mechanisms of each type. Moreover, the representative applications of these nanofluidic channels in sensing, ionic devices, energy conversion, and other areas are summarized. Finally, the major challenges that need to be addressed in this research field and the future perspective of nanofluidics development and practical applications are briefly illustrated.
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- Pei Liu
- Henan Institute of Advanced Technology, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450052, P. R. China
- College of Materials Science and Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou 450052, P. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China.
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, P. R. China
- Suzhou Institute for Advanced Research, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, P. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China.
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, P. R. China
- Suzhou Institute for Advanced Research, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, P. R. China
- Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao, P. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China.
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
- School of Chemistry and Materials Science, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui 230026, P. R. China
- Suzhou Institute for Advanced Research, University of Science and Technology of China, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215123, P. R. China
- Qingdao Institute of Bioenergy and Bioprocess Technology, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Qingdao, P. R. China
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Yang L, Sun Z, Zhang S, Sun Y, Li H. Chiral Transport in Nanochannel Based Artificial Drug Transporters. SMALL (WEINHEIM AN DER BERGSTRASSE, GERMANY) 2023; 19:e2205274. [PMID: 36464638 DOI: 10.1002/smll.202205274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2022] [Revised: 10/23/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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The precise regulation of chiral drug transmembrane transport can be achieved through drug transporters in living organisms. However, implementing this process in vitro is still a formidable challenge due to the complexity of the biological systems that control drug enantiomeric transport. Herein, a facile and feasible strategy is employed to construct chiral L-tyrosine-modified nanochannels (L-Tyr nanochannels) based on polyethylene terephthalate film, which could enhance the chiral recognition of propranolol isomers (R-/S-PPL) for transmembrane transport. Moreover, conventional fluorescence spectroscopy, patch-clamp technology, laser scanning confocal microscopy, and picoammeter technology are employed to evaluate the performance of nanochannels. The results show that the L-Tyr nanochannel have better chiral selectivity for R-/S-PPL compared with the L-tryptophan (L-Trp) channel, and the chiral selectivity coefficient is improved by about 4.21-fold. Finally, a detailed theoretical analysis of the chirality selectivity mechanism is carried out. The findings would not only enrich the basic theory research related to chiral drug transmembrane transport, but also provide a new idea for constructing artificial channels to separate chiral drugs.
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- Lei Yang
- Key Laboratory of Pesticide and Chemical Biology (CCNU), Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry, Central China Normal University, Wuhan, 430079, P. R. China
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- College of Chemical Engineering, North China University of Science and Technology, Tangshan, 063210, P. R. China
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- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membrane and Membrane Process, School of Chemistry, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, P. R. China
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- School of Laboratory Medicine, Hubei University of Chinese Medicine, Wuhan, 430065, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Separation Membrane and Membrane Process, School of Chemistry, Tiangong University, Tianjin, 300387, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Pesticide and Chemical Biology (CCNU), Ministry of Education, College of Chemistry, Central China Normal University, Wuhan, 430079, P. R. China
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Wang M, Long J, Liu Y, Wang N, Li H, Yang H, Ruan S. A Superhydrophilic Silicon Surface Enhanced by Multiscale Hierarchical Structures Fabricated by Laser Direct Writing. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2022; 38:11015-11021. [PMID: 36044782 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.2c01633] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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Many biological surfaces with hierarchical structures exhibit super wetting properties, but a multiscale hierarchical metal surface with superhydrophilic performance is difficult to be fabricated using a simple method. In this work, we report a large area micro/nanotextured superhydrophilic silicon surface fabricated by a laser direct writing technique. The combination of a microscale column structure and randomization-distributed nano-bumps decorated on the column enhances the superhydrophilic properties, with the contact angle reduced substantially from about 46° to 0°, where the droplets are able to spread rapidly within 591 ms. The water wetting orientation can be regulated by controlling the shape of microcolumns on the surface. Moreover, our results show that the fabricated surface with the hierarchical structure has better droplet shape control performance and higher fog collection efficiency compared to a smooth surface. These surfaces have potential applications in heat exchangers, biosensors, cell adhesives, and self-cleaning solar cells.
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- Meng Wang
- Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, People's Republic of China
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- Shenzhen Technology University, Shenzhen 518118, People's Republic of China
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Cai J, Zhao J, Gao X, Ma W, Meng D, Zhang H, Hao C, Sun M, Kuang H, Xu C, Xu L. Magnetic Field Tuning Ionic Current Generated by Chiromagnetic Nanofilms. ACS NANO 2022; 16:11066-11075. [PMID: 35776106 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.2c03778] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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The realization of chiral magnetic effect by macroscopically manipulating quantum states of chiral matter under the magnetic field makes a future for information transmission, memory storage, magnetic cooling materials etc., while the microscopic tiny signal differences of at the interface electrons are laborious to be discerned. Here, chiromagnetic iron oxide (Fe3O4) nanofilms were successfully prepared by modulating the magnetic and electrical transition dipoles and combined with confined ion transport, enabling magnetic field-tunable ionic currents with markedly ∼7.91-fold higher for l-tartaric acid (TA)-modified Fe3O4 nanofilms than that by d-TA. The apparent amplification results from the charge redistribution at the ferromagnetic-organic interface under the influence of the chiral magnetic effect, resulting in a significant potential difference across the nanofilms that drive ion transport in the confined environment. This strategy, on the one hand, makes it possible to efficiently characterize the electronic microimbalance state in chiral substances induced by the magnetic field and, on the other hand realizes the discrimination and highly sensitive quantitative detection of chiral drug enantiomers, which give insights for the in-depth understanding of chiral magnetic effects and efficient enantiomeric recognition.
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- Jiarong Cai
- International Joint Research Laboratory for Biointerface and Biodetection, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- Department of Radiology, Affiliated Hospital, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- Wenzhou Institute, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, and Oujiang Laboratory, Wenzhou, Zhejiang 325001, P. R. China
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- International Joint Research Laboratory for Biointerface and Biodetection, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- International Joint Research Laboratory for Biointerface and Biodetection, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- International Joint Research Laboratory for Biointerface and Biodetection, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- International Joint Research Laboratory for Biointerface and Biodetection, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- International Joint Research Laboratory for Biointerface and Biodetection, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- International Joint Research Laboratory for Biointerface and Biodetection, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- International Joint Research Laboratory for Biointerface and Biodetection, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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- International Joint Research Laboratory for Biointerface and Biodetection, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
- State Key Laboratory of Food Science and Technology, Jiangnan University, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214122, P. R. China
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Miao W, Tian Y, Jiang L. Bioinspired Superspreading Surface: From Essential Mechanism to Application. Acc Chem Res 2022; 55:1467-1479. [PMID: 35575184 DOI: 10.1021/acs.accounts.2c00042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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ConspectusThe dynamic behavior of liquids on surfaces is ubiquitous in nature and has aroused wide attention from researchers. Among them, the superspreading surface has been extensively investigated and applied in areas ranging from film fabrication to antibiofouling, separation, etc. However, the traditional equilibrium contact angle (CA) at the thermodynamic steady-state cannot completely depict the dynamic spreading process of liquids, because the performance of these surfaces is controlled not only by the final steady superhydrophilicity (CA < 5°) but also by the superspreading speed of liquids with a CA of ∼0°. Moreover, as the most basic prerequisite for superspreading, the long-held intrinsic wetting threshold (IWT) of 90°, which divides hydrophobic and hydrophilic surfaces, is also controversial.In this Account, we summarize and condense the commonalities of our related research, further formally propose the concept of "superspreading", and recommend using "superspreading time (ST)" and "curve of superspreading radius versus spreading time (SRST)" to quantify its performance. Learning from nature is the most effective way to artificially fabricate superspreading surfaces. To begin, we first review some typical superspreading surfaces we found in nature and introduce the strategies adopted by the surfaces for surviving or realizing special functions. Then, we systematically review our recent understanding of the essential mechanism of superspreading surfaces across multiple length scales─from the molecular origin of the newly found IWT of ∼65° for water to the macroscopic respective functions of nanostructure and microstructure in superspreading. Armed with the in-depth fundamental mechanism, we propose the designing principle of high-performance superspreading surfaces. Following that, we summarize the commonly utilized methods, including modifying surface composition to give the surface intrinsic hydrophilicity and changing surface structure to improve the superspreading performance. Subsequently, we introduce the recently developed practical applications by virtue of the outstanding property of the superspreading surface, including the fabrication of a self-assembled film on the solid-gas surface and solid-liquid interface, a self-assembled water barrier for antibiofouling and oil repellency, high-efficiency separation and heat dissipation, etc. Finally, we discuss the remaining major challenges and the future development trends in the superspreading field. This Account serves to arouse wide attention and efforts in the superspreading field to strengthen mechanism research and promote practical large-area applications.
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- Weining Miao
- Key Laboratory of Bioinspired Smart Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioinspired Smart Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioinspired Smart Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P. R. China
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P. R. China
- School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, P. R. China
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Zhang D, Zhang X. Aquaporin-Inspired CPs/AAO Nanochannels for the Effective Detection of HCHO: Importance of a Hydrophilic/Hydrophobic Janus Device for High-Performance Sensing. NANO LETTERS 2022; 22:3793-3800. [PMID: 35499312 DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.2c00940] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Probe reactivity has long been considered to play a key role in artificial nanochannel sensors, but systematic studies of membrane wettability on detection performance are currently lacking. Inspired by biological aquaporins, we developed an effective strategy to regulate the hydrophilic/hydrophobic balance by the controllable in situ assembly of coordination polymers (CPs) using BDC-NH2 on anodic aluminum oxide (AAO) nanochannels to promote HCHO detection. We found that the hydrophobic/hydrophilic balance in CP/AAO heterosomes plays significant roles in the effective detection of HCHO. The hydrophobic AAO barrier layer is necessary to support the confinement effect, while the hydrophilic CP surface is favorable for HCHO to access the channels and then condense with the responsive amine to generate a new imine. The optimized CP/AAO Janus device shows excellent performance in the quantitative analysis of HCHO over a wide range from 100 pM to 1 mM by monitoring the rectified ionic current.
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- Dan Zhang
- MOE Frontiers Science Center for Precision Oncology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Macau, Macau SAR 999078, China
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- MOE Frontiers Science Center for Precision Oncology, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Macau, Macau SAR 999078, China
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Yang L, Zhang F, Chen C, Liu Z, Liu L, Li H. An Ultraviolet/Visible Light Regulated Protein Transport Gate Constructed by Pillar[6]arene-based Host-Guest System. Chem Asian J 2022; 17:e202200455. [PMID: 35532204 DOI: 10.1002/asia.202200455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2022] [Revised: 05/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Protein transport is an interesting and intrinsic life feature that is highly relevant to physiology and disease in living beings. Herein, inspired by nature, based on the supramolecular host-guest interaction, we have introduced the classical azobenzene light switches and L-phenylalanine derived pillar[6]arene (L-Phe-P6) into the artificial nanochannel to construct light-responsive nanochannels that could regulate protein transport effectively under the control of ultraviolet (UV) and visible (Vis) light. The light-controlled distribution of L-Phe-P6 in the channel led to the difference in surface charges in the nanochannel, which eventually brought the difference in protein transport. This research may not only provide a convenient theoretical model for biological research, but also a flexible light-responsive protein transport model, which will play a crucial role in light-controlled release of protein drugs and so on.
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- Lei Yang
- Central China Normal University, College of Chmistry, CHINA
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- Hubei University, College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, CHINA
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- Central China Normal University, College of Chemistry, CHINA
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- Central China Normal University, College of Chemistry, CHINA
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- Central China Normal University, College of Chemistry, CHINA
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- Central China Normal University, Key Laboratory of Pesticide & Chemical Biology CCNU , Ministry of Education;, 152#, luoyu road, 430079, Wuhan, CHINA
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Lu J, Jiang Y, Yu P, Jiang W, Mao L. Light-Controlled Ionic/Molecular Transport through Solid-State Nanopores and Nanochannels. Chem Asian J 2022; 17:e202200158. [PMID: 35324076 DOI: 10.1002/asia.202200158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2022] [Revised: 03/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Biological nanochannels perfectly operate in organisms and exquisitely control mass transmembrane transport for complex life process. Inspired by biological nanochannels, plenty of intelligent artificial solid-state nanopores and nanochannels are constructed based on various materials and methods with the development of nanotechnology. Specially, the light-controlled nanopores/nanochannels have attracted much attention due to the unique advantages in terms of that ion and molecular transport can be regulated remotely, spatially and temporally. According to the structure and function of biological ion channels, light-controlled solid-state nanopores/nanochannels can be divided into light-regulated ion channels with ion gating and ion rectification functions, and light-driven ion pumps with active ion transport property. In this review, we present a systematic overview of light-controlled ion channels and ion pumps according to the photo-responsive components in the system. Then, the related applications of solid-state nanopores/nanochannels for molecular sensing, water purification and energy conversion are discussed. Finally, a brief conclusion and short outlook are offered for future development of the nanopore/nanochannel field.
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- Jiahao Lu
- Shandong University, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, CHINA
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- Beijing Normal University, College of Chemistry, CHINA
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- Chinese Academy of Sciences, Institute of Chemistry, CHINA
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- Shandong University, School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, CHINA
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- Beijing Normal University, College of Chemistry, No.19, Xinjiekouwai St, Haidian District, 100875, Beijing, CHINA
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Sun Z, Cao Z, Li Y, Zhang Q, Zhang X, Qian J, Jiang L, Tian D. Switchable smart porous surface for controllable liquid transportation. MATERIALS HORIZONS 2022; 9:780-790. [PMID: 34901984 DOI: 10.1039/d1mh01820e] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Controllable liquid transportation through a smart porous membrane is realized by manipulating the surface wetting properties and external stimuli, and has been intensively studied. However, the liquid transportation, e.g., permeation and moving process, at the interface is generally uninterrupted, i.e., the opening and closing of the interface is irreversible. Herein, we present a new strategy to achieve magnetic adaptive switchable surfaces, i.e., liquid-infused micro-nanostructured porous composite film surfaces, for controllable liquid transportation, via modulation of the magnetic field. The liquid transportation process can be interrupted and restarted on the porous composite film because its pore structure can be quickly closed and opened owing to the adaptive morphological transformation of the magnetic liquid with a varying magnetic field. That is, the liquid permeation process occurs due to the open pore structure of the composite film when the external magnetic field is added, while the permeation process can be interrupted owing to the self-repairing closure of the pore when the magnetic field is removed, and the moving process can be achieved. Thus a magnetic field induced switchable porous composite film can serve as a valve to control liquid permeation based transportation, which opens new avenues for artificial liquid gating devices for flow, smart separation, and droplet microfluidics.
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- Zhenning Sun
- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, P. R. China.
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, P. R. China.
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, P. R. China.
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, P. R. China.
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- School of Mathematics and Physics, University of Science and Technology Beijing, Beijing 100083, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, P. R. China.
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, P. R. China.
- Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100191, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, Beijing Advanced Innovation Center for Biomedical Engineering, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, P. R. China.
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Ferrofluids transport in bioinspired nanochannels: Application to electrochemical biosensing with magnetic-controlled detection. Biosens Bioelectron 2022; 201:113963. [PMID: 35007994 DOI: 10.1016/j.bios.2022.113963] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2021] [Revised: 11/28/2021] [Accepted: 01/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Controllable transport of ions, molecules or fluids in bioinspired nanochannels is crucial to study biointeraction occurred in confined space and also develop biosensing platforms or devices. Herein, ferrofluids transport in biofunctionalized nanochannels was investigated and a novel electrochemical biosensing platform with the characteristic of label-free, high sensitivity and rapid response was constructed. The hydrophilic ferrofluids can flux swiftly through the antibody-immobilized nanochannels with the assistance of a permanent magnet. It was initially found that the presence of ferrofluids would depress the redox current of the electrochemical probe [Fe(CN)6]3-. The mechanism of the depressing effect was ascribed to the constrained diffusion of [Fe(CN)6]3- which lowered the concentration of it at the electrode surface and the weak adsorption of the ferrofluids which increased the charge transfer resistance of the interface. Therefore, redox current of the probe was applied to indicate the amount of the ferrofluids fluxing through the bioinspired nanochannels. The steric hindrance of the bioinspired nanochannels changed with the amount of the corresponding target being incubated, resulting in quantitative variation of the redox current. In this way, electrochemical biosensing platform based on ferrofluids transport was constructed. Using carbohydrate antigen 153 (CA153) as a model target, a low detection limit of 0.0013 U·mL-1 was acquired. This magnetic-controlled bioelectrochemical platform was expected to be expanded to other applications such as genetic testing, drug analysis, and molecular identification.
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Zheng S, Tang J, Lv D, Wang M, Yang X, Hou C, Yi B, Lu G, Hao R, Wang M, Wang Y, He H, Yao X. Continuous Energy Harvesting from Ubiquitous Humidity Gradients using Liquid-Infused Nanofluidics. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2022; 34:e2106410. [PMID: 34715720 DOI: 10.1002/adma.202106410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2021] [Revised: 10/19/2021] [Indexed: 05/24/2023]
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Humidity-based power generation that converts internal energy of water molecules into electricity is an emerging approach for harvesting clean energy from nature. Here it is proposed that intrinsic gradient within a humidity field near sweating surfaces, such as rivers, soil, or animal skin, is a promising power resource when integrated with liquid-infused nanofluidics. Specifically, capillary-stabilized ionic liquid (IL, Omim+ Cl- ) film is exposed to the above humidity field to create a sustained transmembrane water-content difference, which enables asymmetric ion-diffusion across the nanoconfined fluidics, facilitating long-term electricity generation with the power density of ≈12.11 µW cm-2 . This high record is attributed to the nanoconfined IL that integrates van der Waals and electrostatic interactions to block movement of Omim+ clusters while allowing for directional diffusion of moisture-liberated Cl+ . This humidity gradient triggers large ion-diffusion flux for power generation indicates great potential of sweating surfaces considering that most of the earth is covered by water or soil.
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- Shuang Zheng
- Department of Biomedical Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Chemistry, Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Ionic Liquids Clean Process, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Beihang University, Beijing, 100191, China
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- School of environmental engineering, Yellow River Conservancy Technical Institute, Kaifeng, 475004, China
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- Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, 60637, USA
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Ionic Liquids Clean Process, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Beijing Key Laboratory of Ionic Liquids Clean Process, Institute of Process Engineering, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, China
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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Wang J, Zhou Y, Jiang L. Bio-inspired Track-Etched Polymeric Nanochannels: Steady-State Biosensors for Detection of Analytes. ACS NANO 2021; 15:18974-19013. [PMID: 34846138 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.1c08582] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/12/2023]
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Bio-inspired polymeric nanochannel (also referred as nanopore)-based biosensors have attracted considerable attention on account of their controllable channel size and shape, multi-functional surface chemistry, unique ionic transport properties, and good robustness for applications. There are already very informative reviews on the latest developments in solid-state artificial nanochannel-based biosensors, however, which concentrated on the resistive-pulse sensing-based sensors for practical applications. The steady-state sensing-based nanochannel biosensors, in principle, have significant advantages over their counterparts in term of high sensitivity, fast response, target analytes with no size limit, and extensive suitable range. Furthermore, among the diverse materials, nanochannels based on polymeric materials perform outstandingly, due to flexible fabrication and wide application. This compressive Review summarizes the recent advances in bio-inspired polymeric nanochannels as sensing platforms for detection of important analytes in living organisms, to meet the high demand for high-performance biosensors for analysis of target analytes, and the potential for development of smart sensing devices. In the future, research efforts can be focused on transport mechanisms in the field of steady-state or resistive-pulse nanochannel-based sensors and on developing precisely size-controlled, robust, miniature and reusable, multi-functional, and high-throughput biosensors for practical applications. Future efforts should aim at a deeper understanding of the principles at the molecular level and incorporating these diverse pore architectures into homogeneous and defect-free multi-channel membrane systems. With the rapid advancement of nanoscience and biotechnology, we believe that many more achievements in nanochannel-based biosensors could be achieved in the near future, serving people in a better way.
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- Jian Wang
- College of Materials and Chemistry & Chemical Engineering, Chengdu University of Technology, Chengdu 610059, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interface Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, People's Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interface Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, People's Republic of China
- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, People's Republic of China
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Chen Y, Zhu Z, Tian Y, Jiang L. Rational ion transport management mediated through membrane structures. EXPLORATION (BEIJING, CHINA) 2021; 1:20210101. [PMID: 37323215 PMCID: PMC10190948 DOI: 10.1002/exp.20210101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2021] [Accepted: 09/13/2021] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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Unique membrane structures endow membranes with controlled ion transport properties in both biological and artificial systems, and they have shown broad application prospects from industrial production to biological interfaces. Herein, current advances in nanochannel-structured membranes for manipulating ion transport are reviewed from the perspective of membrane structures. First, the controllability of ion transport through ion selectivity, ion gating, ion rectification, and ion storage is introduced. Second, nanochannel-structured membranes are highlighted according to the nanochannel dimensions, including single-dimensional nanochannels (i.e., 1D, 2D, and 3D) functioning by the controllable geometrical parameters of 1D nanochannels, the adjustable interlayer spacing of 2D nanochannels, and the interconnected ion diffusion pathways of 3D nanochannels, and mixed-dimensional nanochannels (i.e., 1D/1D, 1D/2D, 1D/3D, 2D/2D, 2D/3D, and 3D/3D) tuned through asymmetric factors (e.g., components, geometric parameters, and interface properties). Then, ultrathin membranes with short ion transport distances and sandwich-like membranes with more delicate nanochannels and combination structures are reviewed, and stimulus-responsive nanochannels are discussed. Construction methods for nanochannel-structured membranes are briefly introduced, and a variety of applications of these membranes are summarized. Finally, future perspectives to developing nanochannel-structured membranes with unique structures (e.g., combinations of external macro/micro/nanostructures and the internal nanochannel arrangement) for mediating ion transport are presented.
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- Yupeng Chen
- Key Laboratory of Bio‐Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of ChemistryBeihang UniversityBeijingP. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio‐Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of ChemistryBeihang UniversityBeijingP. R. China
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- CAS Key Laboratory of Bio‐Inspired Materials and Interfacial ScienceCAS Center for Excellence in NanoscienceTechnical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of SciencesBeijingP. R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of SciencesBeijingP. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio‐Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of ChemistryBeihang UniversityBeijingP. R. China
- CAS Key Laboratory of Bio‐Inspired Materials and Interfacial ScienceCAS Center for Excellence in NanoscienceTechnical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of SciencesBeijingP. R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of SciencesBeijingP. R. China
- School of Future TechnologyUniversity of Chinese Academy of SciencesBeijingP. R. China
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Seo S, Ha D, Kim T. Evaporation-driven transport-control of small molecules along nanoslits. Nat Commun 2021; 12:1336. [PMID: 33637759 PMCID: PMC7910579 DOI: 10.1038/s41467-021-21584-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/27/2020] [Accepted: 01/24/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Understanding and controlling the transport mechanisms of small molecules at the micro/nanoscales is vital because they provide a working principle for a variety of practical micro/nanofluidic applications. However, most precedent mechanisms still have remaining obstacles such as complicated fabrication processes, limitations of materials, and undesired damage on samples. Herein, we present the evaporation-driven transport-control of small molecules in gas-permeable and low-aspect ratio nanoslits, wherein both the diffusive and advective mass transports of solutes are affected by solvent evaporation through the nanoslit walls. The effect of the evaporation flux on the mass transport of small molecules in various nanoslit-integrated micro/nanofluidic devices is characterized, and dynamic transport along the nanoslit is investigated by conducting numerical simulations using the advection-diffusion equation. We further demonstrate that evaporation-driven, nanoslit-based transport-control can be easily applied to a micro/nanofluidic channel network in an independent and addressable array, offering a unique working principle for micro/nanofluidic applications and components such as molecule-valves, -concentrators, -pumps, and -filters.
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- Sangjin Seo
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), 50 UNIST-gil, Ulsan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), 50 UNIST-gil, Ulsan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Ulsan National Institute of Science and Technology (UNIST), 50 UNIST-gil, Ulsan, Republic of Korea.
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Kong LH, Zhang PY. Green Method for Fabrication of an Underwater Superoleophobic Phosphor-Copper Mesh and Transportation of Oily Liquids. LANGMUIR : THE ACS JOURNAL OF SURFACES AND COLLOIDS 2021; 37:759-768. [PMID: 33400876 DOI: 10.1021/acs.langmuir.0c03031] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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Sea cucumber-shaped Cu2O nanostructures are constructed on a phosphor-copper mesh by employing a one-step immersion process accomplished in distilled water without introducing any additional reagent. The phosphor-copper mesh with a Cu2O structure thereon exhibits significant hydrophilicity and induces a large superoleophobic force at the oil/water interface. The method used for preparing the Cu2O nanostructures represents an inexpensive, fast, and environmentally friendly approach, along with satisfying the requirements of large-scale preparation. It is found that the pickling degree of the phosphor-copper mesh during surface cleaning plays a major role in the oxidation process of the surface for the growth of Cu2O nanostructures. Nanostructures with different morphologies can be achieved by accurately controlling the surface pickling degree. Interestingly, an underwater superoleophobic "pipe" developed using the as-prepared phosphor-copper mesh can realize gravity (buoyancy)-driven oily liquid transport in an aqueous environment, with no associated contamination by the oil. This study provides a simple method to realize surface-functionalization and demonstrates a new route for achieving liquid transportation without external energy and would help to design smart aquatic devices for diverse liquid transport thereby, enabling oil handling and oil spill cleanup.
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- Ling-Hao Kong
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Anyang Institute of Technology, Anyang 455000, P. R. China
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- Engineering Research Center for Nanomaterials, Henan University, Kaifeng 475004, P. R. China
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Wang C, Wang D, Miao W, Shi L, Wang S, Tian Y, Jiang L. Bioinspired Ultrafast-Responsive Nanofluidic System for Ion and Molecule Transport with Speed Control. ACS NANO 2020; 14:12614-12620. [PMID: 32852939 DOI: 10.1021/acsnano.0c05156] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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The design of an intelligent nanofluidic system for regulating the transport of substances such as ions and molecules is significant for applications in biological sensing, drug delivery, and energy harvesting. However, the existing nanofluidic system faces challenges in terms of an uncontrollable transport speed for molecules and ions and also a complex preparation processes, low durability, and slow response rate. Herein, we demonstrate the use of a bioinspired ferrofluid-based nanofluid that can facilitate multilevel ultrafast-responsive ion and molecule transport with speed control. Specifically, we reversibly deform bulk ferrofluids using a magnet and wet/dewet the outer surface of superhydrophilic nanochannels for building a smart transport system. By changing the direction and strength of the external magnetic field, a speed control, ultrafast-responsive molecular transport (<0.1 s), and controlled current gating ratio are achieved owing to the different pattern changes of ferrofluids on the outer surface of nanochannels. We also illustrate a practical application of this strategy for antibacterial devices to control the transport of drug molecules in a programmed manner. These results suggest that molecule transport can be further complexified and quantified through an intelligent nanofluidic system.
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- Can Wang
- Key Laboratory of Bioinspired Smart Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, People's Republic of China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, People's Republic of China
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- Beihang University, Beijing 100191, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioinspired Smart Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, People's Republic of China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioinspired Smart Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, People's Republic of China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioinspired Smart Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, People's Republic of China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioinspired Smart Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, People's Republic of China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, People's Republic of China
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- Key Laboratory of Bioinspired Smart Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, People's Republic of China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, People's Republic of China
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Zhang Z, Huang X, Qian Y, Chen W, Wen L, Jiang L. Engineering Smart Nanofluidic Systems for Artificial Ion Channels and Ion Pumps: From Single-Pore to Multichannel Membranes. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2020; 32:e1904351. [PMID: 31793736 DOI: 10.1002/adma.201904351] [Citation(s) in RCA: 66] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2019] [Revised: 09/26/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Biological ion channels and ion pumps with intricate ion transport functions widely exist in living organisms and play irreplaceable roles in almost all physiological functions. Nanofluidics provides exciting opportunities to mimic these working processes, which not only helps understand ion transport in biological systems but also paves the way for the applications of artificial devices in many valuable areas. Recent progress in the engineering of smart nanofluidic systems for artificial ion channels and ion pumps is summarized. The artificial systems range from chemically and structurally diverse lipid-membrane-based nanopores to robust and scalable solid-state nanopores. A generic strategy of gate location design is proposed. The single-pore-based platform concept can be rationally extended into multichannel membrane systems and shows unprecedented potential in many application areas, such as single-molecule analysis, smart mass delivery, and energy conversion. Finally, some present underpinning issues that need to be addressed are discussed.
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- Zhen Zhang
- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, P. R. China
- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences (BNLMS), Key Laboratory of Green Printing, Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, P. R. China
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, P. R. China
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, P. R. China
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, P. R. China
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100190, P. R. China
- School of Future Technology, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing, 100049, P. R. China
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Liu H, Zheng S, Yang X, Liao W, Wang C, Miao W, Tang J, Wang D, Tian Y. Magnetic Actuation Multifunctional Platform Combining Microdroplets Delivery and Stirring. ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES 2019; 11:47642-47648. [PMID: 31765117 DOI: 10.1021/acsami.9b18957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Multifunctional droplets manipulation devices are in urgent need for various laboratory operations such as chemical reaction and biological analysis. However, most current techniques that achieved a controllable droplet transport system mainly rely on passive diffusion for mixing, limiting their practical applications. Here, we develop a magnetic controlled dimple on slippery surface (MCDSS) that enables arbitrary direction or even uphill droplet transport through the synergy between gravitational force and asymmetrical droplet deformation. Further experiments demonstrate that our system could also be used for stirring microdroplets and accelerating the mixing speed by more than one hundred times. In addition, the microstir strategy could help to avoid locally uneven production of precipitation or gas in heterogeneous reactions. This combination of droplet delivery and agitation may have a promising future for application in various fields, for example, laboratory-on-a-chip platforms and microengines.
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- He Liu
- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry , Beihang University , Beijing 100191 , P. R. China
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- Beijing National Laboratory for Molecular Sciences (BNLMS), Key Laboratory of Green Printing , Institute of Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100190 , P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry , Beihang University , Beijing 100191 , P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry , Beihang University , Beijing 100191 , P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science , Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100190 , P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science , Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100190 , P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry , Beihang University , Beijing 100191 , P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-Inspired Smart Interfacial Science and Technology of Ministry of Education, School of Chemistry , Beihang University , Beijing 100191 , P. R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science , Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences , Beijing 100190 , P. R. China
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Zhang X, Sun L, Yu Y, Zhao Y. Flexible Ferrofluids: Design and Applications. ADVANCED MATERIALS (DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.) 2019; 31:e1903497. [PMID: 31583782 DOI: 10.1002/adma.201903497] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2019] [Revised: 07/13/2019] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
Abstract
Ferrofluids, also known as ferromagnetic particle suspensions, are materials with an excellent magnetic response, which have attracted increasing interest in both industrial production and scientific research areas. Because of their outstanding features, such as rapid magnetic reaction, flexible flowability, as well as tunable optical and thermal properties, ferrofluids have found applications in various fields, including material science, physics, chemistry, biology, medicine, and engineering. Here, a comprehensive, in-depth insight into the diverse applications of ferrofluids from material fabrication, droplet manipulation, and biomedicine to energy and machinery is provided. Design of ferrofluid-related devices, recent developments, as well as present challenges and future prospects are also outlined.
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- Xiaoxuan Zhang
- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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- State Key Laboratory of Bioelectronics, School of Biological Science and Medical Engineering, Southeast University, Nanjing, 210096, China
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Zhu Z, Wang D, Tian Y, Jiang L. Ion/Molecule Transportation in Nanopores and Nanochannels: From Critical Principles to Diverse Functions. J Am Chem Soc 2019; 141:8658-8669. [DOI: 10.1021/jacs.9b00086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 208] [Impact Index Per Article: 34.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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- Zhongpeng Zhu
- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P.R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P.R. China
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- College of Chemistry, Jilin University, Changchun 130012, P.R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P.R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P.R. China
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- Key Laboratory of Bio-inspired Materials and Interfacial Science, Technical Institute of Physics and Chemistry, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100190, P.R. China
- University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, Beijing 100049, P.R. China
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