The development of selective catalytic oxidation systems for alkene cis-dihydroxylation under environmentally benign conditions is an important goal that has long been pursued in the fields of synthetic and biomimetic chemistry and catalysis. Excellent examples for cis-dihydroxylation of alkenes are naturally occurring nonheme iron-dependent Rieske dioxygenases capable of performing aerobic regio-

Aggregation-induced emission (AIE) dots and nanoparticles have been widely applied in biological research recently due to their high brightness, large Stokes' shift, good photo-stability and excellent biocompatibility. However, most AIE dots contain amorphous features. In these cases, although the intramolecular motions can be restricted to some degree, amorphous AIE nanoparticles still suffer from

N-Heterocyclic silylenes (NHSis) are the silicon analogues of N-heterocyclic carbenes (NHCs), which feature a neutral divalent silicon atom directly bonded to at least one nitrogen atom in a heterocyclic framework. NHSis have long been utilized as versatile ligands in transition metal chemistry due to their strong σ-donating character. In recent years, significant progress has been achieved in the

Metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) as a class of unique porous crystalline materials have developed rapidly in the past decades. The unique features of component diversities, structural designability, and tunable porosities of MOFs endow them inherent superiorities as hosts to accommodate diverse species of guests. The resulting host–guest MOFs reveal a variety of properties and applications, which could

A number of water bodies worldwide are contaminated due to the disposal of toxic chemicals from anthropogenic activity, with many of these pollutants entering the supply chain for drinking water. Heavy metal ions (HMIs) are the most challenging pollutant entering natural and anthropogenic environments due to their non-biodegradability, toxicity, and ability to biologically accumulate in ecological

Studies concerning the development of radiopharmaceuticals based on the Tc(I) carbonyl core are considered from the coordination-chemical viewpoint. The coordination behavior of the fac-Tc(CO)3+ core (hard/soft acid properties, complexation kinetics and thermodynamics, coordination preferences, mutual influence of ligands) is discussed in detail. Particular attention is paid to possible coordination

Owing to its high carrier mobility, exceptional thermal conductivity, optical transparency, and mechanical flexibility, graphene holds great promise for numerous applications, including environmental remediation, energy harvesting and storage, and medical gadgets. In view of this, the large-area synthesis of graphene is expected to broaden its scope of application in various fields. As a promising

Sustained phototheranostics refers to the continuous diagnostic or therapeutic activity initiated by a single dosage of light stimulation. For instance, many optical agents stimulated by light irradiation can produce long-lived luminescence and continuously release reactive oxygen species (ROS) to realize sustained imaging-guided photodynamic therapy (PDT). Sustained phototheranostics features high

In this critical review we cover the state of the art of surface deposition of complex magnetic molecules. Deposition methods are reviewed, as well as the most used types of surfaces, including the use of nanoparticle supports. The relevant characterization methods for molecules on surfaces are reviewed along with the molecules deposited and their most relevant examples. The perspectives of the field

Multiferroics represent a class of advanced materials for promising applications and stand at the forefront of modern science for the special feature possessing both charge polar and magnetic order. Previous studies indicate that the family of RECrO3 (RE = rare earth) compounds is likely another rare candidate system holding both ferroelectricity and magnetism. However, many issues remain unsolved

Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are a class of functional porous three-dimensional framework materials exhibiting unique chemical properties. Owing to the multifunctional nature of MOFs including their electroactive functionality and structural porosity, significant progress has been achieved in the advancement of MOF-based electrochemical sensors. This review focuses on innovations over the past decade

Cancer is still among the leading health issues today, considering the cost, effectiveness, complexity of detection/treatment modalities and survival rates. One of the most important criteria for higher survival rates is the early and sensitive diagnosis of the disease that can direct the treatment modalities effectively. Florescence imaging agents emerged as an important alternative due to the current

Electrochromic (EC) materials can reversibly transform their optical properties, including the transmittance, reflectance, absorptance, and color, under an external voltage bias, showing lot of potential for applications in smart devices. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are organic–inorganic hybrid porous materials composed of metal centers and organic linkers through coordination bonds. Considering

Intracellular reduction–oxidation (redox) homeostasis, mediated mainly by reactive oxygen species (ROS), plays a significant role in physiological function maintenance and regulation of organisms. The intrinsic biochemical properties of ROS remarkably influence the growth, differentiation, metastasis, and death of tumor cells, leading to the exploitation of these active chemical species for cancer

As a subclass of porous framework materials, covalent organic frameworks (COFs) feature permanent porosity, long-range order, and rigid backbones, and offer an important material platform for addressing the issues of global energy and environmental crisis. Along with the rapid development of physics, chemistry, materials science, engineering, as well as their collaboration, this research area has witnessed

Lithium-sulfur batteries (LSBs) have been regarded as one of the most promising successors to lithium-ion batteries owing to their high energy density, low cost and environmental friendliness. However, their practical applications are seriously hindered by the poor overall performance arising from the sluggish sulfur redox kinetics and polysulfide shuttle effect. Over the last few years, introducing

During the past few years, there has been growing concern about the presence of various pharmaceutically active compounds (PhACs) in water systems. Although their concentrations could be considered relatively low, their long-term negative impacts on the aquatic ecosystem and human beings cannot be neglected. Therefore, significant efforts have been directed towards finding an effective water treatment