Synthesis, Physicochemical Characterization, and Antimicrobial Evaluation of Ureasil-Polyether Coatings with Silver Nanoparticles for Hospital Devices

Research Background Nosocomial infections are a common and serious problem in healthcare settings, particularly on reusable medical devices, where cross-contamination and biofilm formation are major causes. To address this challenge, researchers have begun exploring the use of coating materials containing metallic nanoparticles to prevent microbial...

Structural, Optical, and Antibacterial Properties of NiO and BaO Doped NiO Prepared by Co-Precipitation Method

Academic Background Nickel oxide (NiO), as a p-type semiconductor, has garnered significant attention due to its exceptional optical properties, chemical stability, and extensive applications in optoelectronics, photocatalysis, and biosensors. NiO’s high transparency, adjustable electrical conductivity, and wide bandgap make it an ideal material fo...

Attractive Investigation of Zinc Chromium Nanoferrite by a Simple Auto-Combustion Method

Synthesis and Study of Antimicrobial and Magnetic Properties of ZnFeCrO4 Nanoferrite Academic Background Nanoferrites, due to their unique physical and chemical properties, have broad application prospects in various industrial fields. Spinel ferrites, in particular, are highly regarded for their tunable structures, making them attractive for use i...

Harnessing the Effects of CD-Doped and Ag-Coated CeO2 (IV) Nanoparticles for Enhanced Nitrophenol Reduction, Photocatalytic Degradation, and Other Potential Biological Applications

 

Academic Background With the rapid development of nanotechnology, the potential applications of nanomaterials in environmental remediation, biomedicine, and energy conversion have garnered increasing attention. Among these, cerium oxide (CeO₂) nanoparticles have become a research hotspot due to their unique redox properties, high stability, and exc...

Thermal Transport Properties of Ultra-High-Temperature Ceramic Superlattices

Academic Background In the design of high-temperature thermal insulation and thermoelectric materials, reducing thermal conductivity is a critical goal. The superlattice (SL) structure, formed by alternating layers of different materials, can effectively suppress phonon thermal transport, thereby significantly reducing the thermal conductivity of m...