Fluorescent
polypropylene-based
aerogels
from
thermoreversibly
crosslinked
networks
have
been
developed.
This
facile
and
efficient
synthesis
results
in
low-cost,
recyclable,
chemically
resistant,
highly
porous
functional
materials.
process
includes
the
chemical
crosslinking
of
polypropylene,
followed
by
thermal
phase
separation
freeze-drying,
yielding
with
specific
surface
areas
up
to
200
m2/g,
according
nitrogen
absorption-desorption
measurements.
is
significantly
higher
than
that
previously
reported
for
polypropylene
Besides
characterizations
polymer
infrared
spectroscopy
differential
scanning
calorimetry,
a
suite
analytical
techniques
was
utilized
characterize
skeletal
framework
aerogels,
including
electron
microscopy
small-angle
X-ray
scattering.
These
methods
revealed
nanostructural
features
interconnected
3D
networks.
The
modulation
excited-state
properties
incorporated
luminophore
demonstrated
provides
insights
into
their
potential
applications.
Importantly,
pronounced
ability
retain
toluene,
affecting
fluorescence
behavior
over
an
extended
time
scale.
conceptual
study
presents
low-cost
solution
preparation
materials
might
offer
versatility
functionality
may
open
door
further
exploration
design
high-performance
can
act
very
effectively
sensing
adsorption
organic
molecules.
also
provide
intriguing
direction
future
research
focusing
on
molecular
mechanisms
driving
observed
modulations.
Materials & Design,
Год журнала:
2022,
Номер
222, С. 111091 - 111091
Опубликована: Авг. 23, 2022
Silica
aerogels
are
futuristic
materials.
However,
the
real-world
applications
of
these
materials
limited
owing
to
their
fragility.
A
variety
composite
have
been
investigated
overcome
this
barrier.
Silica-based
multifunctional
hybrid
attracted
considerable
attention
as
they
inherit
advantages
both
organic
and
inorganic
components.
This
paper
presents
a
comprehensive
overview
organic–inorganic
hybridization
strategies
strengthen
silica
using
various
polymers,
biopolymers,
nanocarbon
The
inclusion
polymers
can
enhance
mechanical
properties
resulting
nanocomposite
aerogels.
Furthermore,
be
tuned
by
modifying
composition
on
molecular
scale.
interfacial
interaction
between
strengthening
mechanism
for
enhancing
material
discussed.
Moreover,
synthesis
technical
challenges
highlighted
promote
design
application
with
improved
properties.
Nanomaterials,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(5), С. 469 - 469
Опубликована: Март 4, 2024
Silica
aerogels
have
gained
much
interest
due
to
their
unique
properties,
such
as
being
the
lightest
solid
material,
having
small
pore
sizes,
high
porosity,
and
ultralow
thermal
conductivity.
Also,
advancements
in
synthesis
methods
enabled
creation
of
silica
aerogel-based
composites
combination
with
different
materials,
for
example,
polymers,
metals,
carbon-based
structures.
These
new
silica-based
materials
combine
properties
other
create
a
reinforced
architecture
significantly
valuable
uses
fields.
Therefore,
importance
has
been
emphasized
by
presenting
process,
composites,
numerous
applications,
offering
an
updated
background
further
research
this
interdisciplinary
domain.
Nanomaterials,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
13(6), С. 1063 - 1063
Опубликована: Март 15, 2023
At
present,
aerogel
is
one
of
the
most
interesting
materials
globally.
The
network
consists
pores
with
nanometer
widths,
which
leads
to
a
variety
functional
properties
and
broad
applications.
Aerogel
categorized
as
inorganic,
organic,
carbon,
biopolymers,
can
be
modified
by
addition
advanced
nanofillers.
Herein,
this
review
critically
discusses
basic
preparation
from
sol–gel
reaction
derivation
modification
standard
method
produce
various
aerogels
for
diverse
functionalities.
In
addition,
biocompatibility
types
were
elaborated.
Then,
biomedical
applications
focused
on
drug
delivery
carrier,
wound
healing
agent,
antioxidant,
anti-toxicity,
bone
regenerative,
cartilage
tissue
activities
in
dental
fields.
clinical
status
sector
shown
similarly
far
adequate.
Moreover,
due
their
remarkable
properties,
are
found
preferably
used
scaffolds
systems.
studies
areas
including
self-healing,
additive
manufacturing
(AM)
technology,
toxicity,
fluorescent-based
crucially
important
further
addressed.
Heliyon,
Год журнала:
2023,
Номер
10(1), С. e23102 - e23102
Опубликована: Дек. 1, 2023
Aerogels
are
unique
and
extremely
porous
substances
with
fascinating
characteristics
such
as
ultra-low
density,
extraordinary
surface
area,
excellent
thermal
insulation
capabilities.
Due
to
their
exceptional
features,
aerogels
have
attracted
significant
interest
from
various
fields,
including
energy,
environment,
aerospace,
biomedical
engineering.
This
review
paper
presents
an
overview
of
the
trailblazing
research
on
aerogels,
aiming
at
preparation,
characterization,
applications.
Various
methods
aerogel
synthesis,
sol-gel,
supercritical
drying,
discussed.
Additionally,
recent
progress
in
characterization
structures,
morphology,
porosity,
properties,
extensively
reviewed.
Finally,
aerogel's
utilizations
numerous
disciplines,
for
instance,
energy
storage,
insulation,
catalysis,
environmental
remedy,
applications,
summarized.
provides
a
comprehensive
understanding
prospective
uses
diverse
highlighting
properties
future
development.
International Journal of Molecular Sciences,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
25(2), С. 1309 - 1309
Опубликована: Янв. 21, 2024
Aerogels
are
unique
solid-state
materials
composed
of
interconnected
3D
solid
networks
and
a
large
number
air-filled
pores.
This
structure
leads
to
extended
structural
characteristics
as
well
physicochemical
properties
the
nanoscale
building
blocks
macroscale,
integrated
typical
features
aerogels,
such
high
porosity,
surface
area,
low
density,
with
specific
various
constituents.
Due
their
combination
excellent
properties,
aerogels
attract
much
interest
in
applications,
ranging
from
medicine
construction.
In
recent
decades,
potential
was
exploited
many
aerogels’
materials,
either
organic,
inorganic
or
hybrid.
Considerable
research
efforts
years
have
been
devoted
development
aerogel-based
biosensors
encouraging
accomplishments
achieved.
this
work,
(2018–2023)
ground-breaking
advances
preparation,
classification,
sensing
applications
presented.
Different
types
which
play
fundamental
role
being
explored
collected
manuscript.
Moreover,
current
challenges
some
perspectives
for
high-performance
summarized.
Results in Chemistry,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
7, С. 101471 - 101471
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2024
Scientists
are
looking
for
new
antibacterial
agents
to
disinfect
point-of-use
water
sources
due
the
dearth
of
clean
drinking
in
developing
nations
and
disaster
areas.
Because
growth
antibiotic
disinfectant
resistance
as
well
emergence
multiple
unfavorable
effects
brought
on
by
using
current
like
chlorine
compounds,
this
is
case.
their
properties,
silver
nanoparticles
(AgNPs)
have
become
a
useful
replacement
other
nanomaterials.
This
study
aimed
evaluate
activity
AgNPs
embedded
modified
silica
gel
(MSG).
It
was
used
kill
Escherichia
coli
(E.
coli)
Staphylococcus
aureus
(S.
aureus)
test
its
efficacy
purification
batch
zone
inhibition
system.
Trimethyl
chlorosilane
(TMCS)
modify
MSG,
which
then
ground
into
powder
process
known
ambient
dry
method.
Using
reagent
made
from
Vernonia
amygdalina
leaf
extract,
were
prepared
green
technique.
With
aid
FT-IR,
BET,
XRD,
SEM/EDX,
UV–vis
spectrophotometers,
MSG
supported
studied.
E.
S.
tested
abilities
supplements
with
samples.
excellent
properties
that
enable
system
tests
MSG.
Batch
showed
both
gram-positive
gram-negative
microorganisms
decreased
effectively
after
10
min
exposure.
Zone
indicated
effective
against
kinds
bacteria.
During
recent
decades,
the
interest
in
renewable,
biodegradable,
non-fossil
materials
has
been
exponentially
increasing.
Thus,
cellulose
and
cellulose-derived
products
have
extensively
considered
for
a
wide
variety
of
new
potential
uses.
Due
to
sustainability
cellulosic
raw
their
excellent
properties,
use
modification
cellulose-based
can
be
versatile
material
science
technology
community.
In
this
featured
article,
fundamentals
background
gels
are
presented,
approaches,
prospects
developments
field,
including
future
applications,
discussed.
