AbstractWe report a biocompatible ethosomal vesicle (A/A‑ES) co‑loaded with 5‑aminolevulinic acid (ALA) and gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) prepared by ultrasonication without toxic reagents. A/A‑ES exhibits a pronounced plasmonic absorption band at 600–650 nm, enabling simultaneous photodynamic (PDT) an

Abstract We investigated crystalline‑silicon (c‑Si) solar cells that incorporate a black‑silicon (b‑Si) layer at the rear surface. Chemical etching produced the nanostructured b‑Si, and its presence at the back of the device led to a remarkable 27.7 % relative increase in power‑conversion efficiency

Abstract 30 h in harsh environments, positioning it as a reliable sensor for aeroengine hot‑component temperature measurement. Background Accurate temperature data are essential for validating aeroengine thermo‑mechanical models, monitoring operating conditions, and conducting diagnostics [1–3]. Co

AbstractUsing density functional theory (DFT) combined with the CALYPSO crystal‑structure prediction scheme, we investigated the ground‑state geometries, electronic spectra, and magnetic moments of neutral AgnV clusters for n = 1–12. Geometry optimisation reveals that a single V atom preferentially

AbstractSemiconductor quantum dots (QDs) underpin a broad range of optoelectronic devices, from LEDs to photovoltaic cells. Electrochemical tuning offers a precise probe of their electrical and optical behavior. In this study, we examined how applying a negative electrochemical potential modulates t

AbstractWe report a novel, scalable route to synthesize a silicon/graphene (Si/G) composite anode through in‑situ generation of SiO₂ nanoparticles on graphene sheets followed by magnesium‑thermal reduction. The resulting MR‑Si/G material combines a uniform distribution of nanoscale Si particles with

AbstractWe present a simple, inexpensive route to fabricate multifunctional nanostructures that exhibit exceptional anti‑reflective and super‑hydrophobic performance. By exploiting phase separation in a metal‑salt–polymer nanocomposite film, nano‑islands form after polymer removal; these islands ser

AbstractWe engineered a multifunctional BHN‑Fe3O4@SiO2 nanostructure that selectively quenches fluorescence upon binding Fe3+. The probe is magnetically recoverable and fully reversible with EDTA, enabling repeated use. It offers a linear response from 0 to 20 µM with a detection limit of 1.25 × 10−

Abstract Superelastic graphene aerogels offer extraordinary compressibility, yet their capacitance is insufficient for real‑world use. By electrochemically depositing polyaniline (PANI) onto a superelastic graphene scaffold, we achieve a dual‑function material that retains a recoverable strain of 9

Abstract Yttrium‑doped γ‑Fe₂O₃ nanoparticles were investigated as a dual‑purpose plant additive: a supplemental iron source and a nanozyme that scavenges reactive oxygen species. When delivered through irrigation to Brassica napus grown in soil, the particles lowered leaf hydrogen peroxide from 151 

AbstractPerovskite solar cells (PSCs) have great potentials in photovoltaics due to their high power conversion efficiency and low processing cost. PSCs are usually fabricated from PbI2/dimethylformamide solution with some toxic additives, such as N-methyl pyrrolidone and hexamethylphosphoramide. He

AbstractThis study reports a facile solvothermal route to synthesize Er³⁺/Yb³⁺‑codoped BaYF₅ nanocrystals with tunable size and morphology. By systematically varying the fluoride source, pH, solvent, surfactants, Yb³⁺ concentration, temperature, and reaction time, we identified conditions that marke

AbstractGermanium–bismuth (Ge1‑xBix) alloys have emerged as promising infrared semiconductors due to their tunable band‑gap and high carrier mobility. In this study, we report the low‑temperature molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) growth of n‑type GeBi thin films with Bi fractions ranging from 2 % to 22.

Abstract Graphene’s high surface area, conductivity, and mechanical strength make it an attractive scaffold for hybrid supercapacitor electrodes. In this study, we combine CVD‑grown graphene with tungsten oxide (WO₃) and cerium oxide (CeOₓ) deposited by pulsed reactive magnetron sputtering to form l

AbstractIn this paper, new results on using only voltage measurements on supercapacitor terminals for estimation of accumulated energy are presented. For this purpose, a study based on application of fractional–order models of supercapacitor charging/discharging circuits is undertaken. Parameter est

AbstractGranular collisions are characterized by a threshold velocity, separating the low-velocity regime of grain sticking from the high-velocity regime of grain bouncing: the bouncing velocity, v b . This parameter is particularly importan

AbstractCopper nanoparticles (CuNPs) are of great interest due to their extraordinary properties such as high surface-to-volume ratio, high yield strength, ductility, hardness, flexibility, and rigidity. CuNPs show catalytic, antibacterial, antioxidant, and antifungal activities along with cytotoxic

Abstract95 % capacitance after 2500 charge‑discharge cycles, demonstrating robust cycling stability.BackgroundSupercapacitors have emerged as pivotal energy‑storage devices due to their high power density and long cycling life, making them ideal for electric vehicles, portable electronics, and power

Abstract Perovskite solar cells (PSCs) have emerged as a leading photovoltaic technology, thanks to their rapid efficiency improvements and high performance. The compact TiO₂ interlayer is essential for transporting electrons from the perovskite absorber while simultaneously preventing recombination

Abstract Neuroregeneration demands biomaterials that can stimulate neuronal proliferation and axonal extension. Here we present a novel neurophic platform: gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) functionalized with 6‑mercaptopurine (6MP) and a neuron‑penetrating peptide (RDP). When SH‑SY5Y neuroblastoma cells w