The inherent discontinuity and unique dimensional attributes of nanomaterial surfaces and
interfaces bestow them with various exceptional properties. These properties, however, also …

The notion of asymmetrical Hydrogen Bond (O: HO) Cooperativity and Polarizability (HBCP)
has enabled exploration of the core physics behind irregularities of water and ice …

Understanding the phase behaviour of nanoconfined water films is of fundamental
importance in broad fields of science and engineering. However, the phase behaviour of the …

Rampant dendrite growth, electrode passivation and severe corrosion originate from the
uncontrolled ions migration behavior of Zn2+, SO42−, and H+, which are largely …

In the realm of photocatalysis, understanding the interface issues (solid/solid and
solid/liquid) inherent in heterojunction at the atomic level is the ultimate for engineering an …

Water structures at electrolyte/electrode interfaces play a crucial role in determining the
selectivity and kinetics of electrochemical reactions. Despite extensive experimental and …

Marine biofouling hazards the sustainable development of the environment and has become
a potential threat to environmental and ecological security. Photocatalytic antibacterial …

Catalytic CO x (CO and CO2) hydrogenation to valued chemicals is one of the promising
approaches to address challenges in energy, environment, and climate change. H2O is an …

Merited by its fast proton diffusion kinetics, proton batteries are qualified as one of the most
next-generation energy storage devices. The recent emergence and explosive development …

Materials and their interfaces are the core for the development of a large variety of fields,
including catalysis, energy storage and conversion. In this case, tip-enhanced Raman …