Sustainably sourced lignin, as natural polymer material rich in functional groups with
electronegativity such as hydroxyl and carboxyl groups, is prone to gain or lose electrons to …

The ever-increasing amount of oily wastewater from industries poses a serious threat to the
ecological environment and human health, and separation of oil and water remains a …

Biological systems, adapted through millions of years of evolution with various functional
trade-offs, have emerged as a crucial source of inspiration for the design of advanced …

Solid–liquid–air joint interface-based triphasic superwetting catalysts offer a promising
approach to enhance photocatalysis for tackling escalating organic contamination …

Plant polyphenols are a type of natural substance widely present in plants, which can form
three-dimensional metal-phenolic networks (MPNs) via chelation with metal ions, thereby …

In an era defined by an insatiable thirst for sustainable energy solutions, responsible water
management, and cutting-edge lab-on-a-chip diagnostics, surface wettability plays a pivotal …

Biomimetic synthesis provides potential guidance for the synthesis of bio‐nanomaterials by
mimicking the structure, properties and functions of natural materials. Behavioral studies of …

The development of superhydrophobic layers on wood is attracting plenty of scientific
attention lately in the field of functional wood modification. However, the ability to resist …

This research aimed to generate electricity from polystyrene waste materials combined with
zinc oxide (ZnO) nanomaterials. Develo** alternative polystyrene waste materials for …

Superamphiphobic coatings maintain surfaces clean even facing severe oil contamination,
which is crucial for ensuring the lifespan of materials in highly polluted environments …