The Journal of Chemical Physics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
161(22)
Published: Dec. 10, 2024
Water
confined
in
nanoscale
cavities
plays
a
crucial
role
everyday
phenomena
geology
and
biology,
as
well
technological
applications
at
the
water–energy
nexus.
However,
even
understanding
basic
properties
of
nano-confined
water
is
extremely
challenging
for
theory,
simulations,
experiments.
In
particular,
determining
melting
temperature
quasi-one-dimensional
ice
polymorphs
carbon
nanotubes
has
proven
to
be
an
exceptionally
difficult
task,
with
previous
experimental
classical
simulation
approaches
reporting
values
ranging
from
∼180
K
up
∼450
ambient
pressure.
this
work,
we
use
machine
learning
potential
that
delivers
first
principles
accuracy
(trained
density
functional
theory
approximation
revPBE0-D3)
study
phase
diagram
confinement
diameters
9.5
<
d
12.5
Å.
We
find
several
distinct
melt
surprisingly
narrow
range
between
∼280
∼310
K,
mechanism
depends
on
nanotube
diameter.
These
results
shed
new
light
one-dimension
have
implications
operating
conditions
carbon-based
filtration
desalination
devices.
The Journal of Chemical Physics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
160(11)
Published: March 20, 2024
In
this
paper,
we
investigate
the
performance
of
different
machine
learning
potentials
(MLPs)
in
predicting
key
thermodynamic
properties
water
using
RPBE
+
D3.
Specifically,
scrutinize
kernel-based
regression
and
high-dimensional
neural
networks
trained
on
a
highly
accurate
dataset
consisting
about
1500
structures,
as
well
smaller
dataset,
half
size,
obtained
only
on-the-fly
learning.
This
study
reveals
that
despite
minor
differences
between
MLPs,
their
agreement
observables
such
diffusion
constant
pair-correlation
functions
is
excellent,
especially
for
large
training
dataset.
Variations
predicted
density
isobars,
albeit
somewhat
larger,
are
also
acceptable,
particularly
given
errors
inherent
to
approximate
functional
theory.
Overall,
emphasizes
relevance
database
over
fitting
method.
Finally,
underscores
limitations
root
mean
square
need
comprehensive
testing,
advocating
use
multiple
MLPs
enhanced
certainty,
when
simulating
complex
may
not
be
fully
captured
by
simpler
tests.
ACS Physical Chemistry Au,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
4(3), P. 232 - 241
Published: March 21, 2024
In
the
next
half-century,
physical
chemistry
will
likely
undergo
a
profound
transformation,
driven
predominantly
by
combination
of
recent
advances
in
quantum
and
machine
learning
(ML).
Specifically,
equivariant
neural
network
potentials
(NNPs)
are
breakthrough
new
tool
that
already
enabling
us
to
simulate
systems
at
molecular
scale
with
unprecedented
accuracy
speed,
relying
on
nothing
but
fundamental
laws.
The
continued
development
this
approach
realize
Paul
Dirac's
80-year-old
vision
using
mechanics
unify
physics
providing
invaluable
tools
for
understanding
materials
science,
biology,
earth
sciences,
beyond.
era
highly
accurate
efficient
first-principles
simulations
provide
wealth
training
data
can
be
used
build
automated
computational
methodologies,
such
as
diffusion
models,
design
optimization
scale.
Large
language
models
(LLMs)
also
evolve
into
increasingly
indispensable
literature
review,
coding,
idea
generation,
scientific
writing.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 19, 2025
Abstract
High‐entropy
alloys
(HEAs)
and
medium‐entropy
(MEAs)
are
a
new
class
of
that
attract
attention
because
their
mechanical
properties.
The
application
such
for
coating
is
highly
desired;
however,
the
number
technologies
remains
limited.
Although
electrodeposition
expected
to
be
an
environmentally
friendly
energy‐saving
technology,
neither
CrMnFeCoNi
HEA
nor
any
its
derivatives
successfully
electrodeposited
difficulty
in
controlling
composition
alloying
Cr,
key
component,
as
crystal.
Here,
successful
CrCoNi
MEA
demonstrated
using
mixture
ionic
liquid
aqueous
solution
containing
metal
salts.
resultant
layer
exhibits
high
wear
corrosion
resistance
superior
conventional
hard
Cr
coatings
prepared
toxic
Cr(VI)
ions.
Mesoscopic
phase
separation
shown
MEA.
strong
potential
substitute
coatings;
thus,
it
believed
important
advancement
anticorrosion
surface
coatings.
The Journal of Chemical Physics,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
161(13)
Published: Oct. 3, 2024
We
investigate
the
density
isobar
of
water
and
melting
temperature
ice
using
six
different
functionals.
Machine-learning
potentials
are
employed
to
ensure
computational
affordability.
Our
findings
reveal
significant
discrepancies
between
various
base
Notably,
even
choice
damping
can
result
in
substantial
differences.
Overall,
outcomes
obtained
through
functional
theory
not
entirely
satisfactory
across
most
utilized
All
functionals
exhibit
deviations
either
or
equilibrium
volume,
with
them
predicting
an
incorrect
volume
difference
water.
heuristic
analysis
indicates
that
a
hybrid
25%
exact
exchange
van
der
Waals
averaged
zero
Becke–Johnson
dampings
yields
closest
agreement
experimental
data.
This
study
underscores
necessity
for
further
enhancements
treatment
interactions
and,
more
broadly,
enable
accurate
quantitative
predictions
molecular
liquids.
Chemical Physics Reviews,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
5(4)
Published: Nov. 27, 2024
To
design
new
materials
and
understand
their
novel
phenomena,
it
is
imperative
to
predict
the
structure
properties
of
that
often
rely
on
first-principles
theory.
However,
such
methods
are
computationally
demanding
limited
small
systems.
This
topical
review
investigates
machine
learning
(ML)
approaches,
specifically
non-parametric
sparse
Gaussian
process
regression
(SGPR),
model
potential
energy
surface
(PES)
materials,
while
starting
from
basics
ML
for
a
comprehensive
review.
SGPR
can
efficiently
represent
PES
with
minimal
ab
initio
data,
significantly
reducing
computational
costs
by
bypassing
need
inverting
massive
covariance
matrices.
rank
reduction
accelerates
density
functional
theory
calculations
orders
magnitude,
enabling
accelerated
simulations.
An
optimal
adaptive
sampling
algorithm
utilized
on-the-fly
molecular
dynamics,
extending
interatomic
potentials
through
scalable
formalism.
Through
merging
quantum
mechanics
methods,
universal
SGPR-based
create
digital-twin
capable
predicting
phenomena
arising
static
dynamic
changes
as
well
inherent
collective
characteristics
materials.
These
techniques
have
been
applied
successfully
solid
electrolytes,
lithium-ion
batteries,
electrocatalysts,
solar
cells,
macromolecular
systems,
reproducing
structures,
energetics,
properties,
phase-changes,
performance,
device
efficiency.
discusses
built-in
library
potential,
showcasing
its
applications
successes,
offering
insights
into
development
future
in
advanced
catering
both
educational
expert
readers.
Journal of Chemical Theory and Computation,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 14, 2025
Training
accurate
machine
learning
potentials
requires
electronic
structure
data
comprehensively
covering
the
configurational
space
of
system
interest.
As
construction
this
is
computationally
demanding,
many
schemes
for
identifying
most
important
structures
have
been
proposed.
Here,
we
compare
performance
high-dimensional
neural
network
(HDNNPs)
quantum
liquid
water
at
ambient
conditions
trained
to
sets
constructed
using
random
sampling
as
well
various
flavors
active
based
on
query
by
committee.
Contrary
common
understanding
learning,
find
that
a
given
set
size,
leads
smaller
test
errors
not
included
in
training
process.
In
our
analysis,
show
can
be
related
small
energy
offsets
caused
bias
added
which
overcome
instead
correlations
an
error
measure
invariant
such
shifts.
Still,
all
HDNNPs
yield
very
similar
and
structural
properties
water,
demonstrates
robustness
procedure
with
respect
algorithm
even
when
few
200
structures.
However,
preliminary
potentials,
reasonable
initial
avoid
unnecessary
extension
covered
configuration
less
relevant
regions.
Journal of Chemical Theory and Computation,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Sept. 10, 2024
Performing
reliable
computer
simulations
of
elementary
processes
occurring
at
metal-water
interfaces
is
pivotal
for
novel
catalyst
design
in
sustainable
energy
applications.
Computational
hinges
on
the
ability
to
reliably
and
efficiently
compute
potential
surface
(PES)
system.
Due
large
system
sizes
needed
studying
liquid
water-metal
interfaces,
these
systems
can
currently
not
be
described
using
density
functional
theory
(DFT).
In
this
work,
we
used
a
hybrid
quantum
mechanical,
molecular
machine
learning
adsorption
behavior
phenol,
atomic
hydrogen,
2-butanol,
2-butanone
(0001)
facet
Ru
under
reducing
conditions
when
oxidized.
Specifically,
describe
adsorbate
surrounding
metal
atoms
DFT
level
theory.
Here,
also
considered
electrostatic
field
effect
water
molecules
adsorbate-metal
interactions.
Next,
water-water
water-adsorbate
interactions,
established
classical
force
fields.
Finally,
water-Ru
interaction,
which
no
fields
have
been
published,
Behler-Parrinello
high-dimensional
neural
network
potentials
(HDNNPs).
Employing
setup,
our
explicit
solvation
(eSMS)
approach
aqueous-phase
low-coverage
selected
Ru.
agreement
with
previous
experimental
computational
studies
oxygenated
over
transition
facets,
found
that
destabilizes
tested
adsorbates
Ru(0001).
Interestingly,
findings
indicate
are
less
affected
by
presence
an
aqueous
phase
than
other
metals
(e.g.,
Pt),
highlighting
necessity
investigations
Ru-based
catalytic
water.
The Journal of Chemical Physics,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
162(4)
Published: Jan. 24, 2025
Modeling
inorganic
glasses
requires
an
accurate
representation
of
interatomic
interactions,
large
system
sizes
to
allow
for
intermediate-range
structural
order,
and
slow
quenching
rates
eliminate
kinetically
trapped
motifs.
Neither
first
principles-based
nor
force
field-based
molecular
dynamics
(MD)
simulations
satisfy
these
three
criteria
unequivocally.
Herein,
we
report
the
development
a
machine
learning
potential
(MLP)
classic
glass,
B2O3,
which
meets
goals
well.
The
MLP
is
trained
on
condensed
phase
configurations
whose
energies
forces
atoms
are
obtained
using
periodic
quantum
density
functional
theory.
Deep
MD
based
this
accurately
predict
equation
state
densification
glass
with
slower
from
melt.
At
ambient
conditions,
larger
than
1011
K/s
shown
lead
artifacts
in
structure.
Pressure-dependent
x-ray
neutron
structure
factors
compare
excellently
experimental
data.
High-pressure
show
varied
coordination
geometries
boron
oxygen,
concur
observations.
Biophysics Reviews,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
6(1)
Published: Feb. 12, 2025
Machine
learning
(ML)
techniques
have
been
making
major
impacts
on
all
areas
of
science
and
engineering,
including
biophysics.
In
this
review,
we
discuss
several
applications
ML
to
biophysical
problems
based
our
recent
research.
The
topics
include
the
use
identify
hotspot
residues
in
allosteric
proteins
using
deep
mutational
scanning
data
analyze
how
mutations
these
hotspots
perturb
co-operativity
framework
a
statistical
thermodynamic
model,
improve
accuracy
free
energy
simulations
by
integrating
from
different
levels
potential
functions,
determine
phase
transition
temperature
lipid
membranes.
Through
examples,
illustrate
unique
value
extracting
patterns
or
parameters
complex
sets,
as
well
remaining
limitations.
By
implementing
approaches
context
physically
motivated
models
computational
frameworks,
are
able
gain
deeper
mechanistic
understanding
better
convergence
numerical
simulations.
We
conclude
briefly
discussing
introduced
can
be
further
expanded
tackle
more
problems.