Femtosecond Temperature Measurements of Laser-Shocked Copper Deduced from the Intensity of the X-ray Thermal Diffuse Scattering

Academic Background Studying the behavior of materials under extreme conditions (such as high pressure and high temperature) is an important topic in condensed matter physics and materials science. Laser shock technology can apply extremely high pressure to materials on a nanosecond timescale, while X-ray diffraction technology can capture structur...

Formation of Distinctive Nanostructured Metastable Polymorphs Mediated by Kinetic Transition Pathways in Germanium

Academic Background Germanium (Ge), as one of the Group IV elements, holds significant importance in both fundamental science and technological applications. Its metastable polymorphs have garnered considerable attention due to their unique nanostructures and excellent electronic and optical properties. However, the phase transition mechanisms of g...

Structure and Optical Properties of an Ag135Cu60 Nanocluster Incorporating an Ag135 Buckminsterfullerene-like Topology

Metal nanoclusters are nanoscale materials that bridge the gap between molecules and metals, exhibiting unique physicochemical properties, especially in the study of the relationship between atomic structure and physical properties. In recent years, researchers have shown great interest in organic ligand-protected metal nanoclusters due to their pr...

Ultra-High Filling Ratio of Non-Percolative Rapeseed-Shaped Liquid Metal Fiber Mats for Pressure Sensors via Electrospinning Aided Inhomogeneous Dispersion

Background Introduction Flexible capacitive pressure sensors have broad application prospects in intelligent robotics, medical monitoring, and human-machine interaction due to their high sensitivity, fast response, and excellent mechanical flexibility. However, traditional dielectric elastomers typically have low dielectric constants, limiting the ...

Advances in Nanofiber Cathodes for Aluminum-Ion Batteries

Advances in Nanofiber Cathodes for Aluminum-Ion Batteries Academic Background With the growing global demand for sustainable energy solutions, the development of energy storage systems has become a focal point of research. Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) dominate the market due to their high energy density and cycle stability. However, challenges such...

Durable Fe3O4/PPY Particle Flow Spun Textile for Electromagnetic Interference Shielding and Joule Heating

Academic Background With the widespread use of electronic devices, the negative impacts of electromagnetic interference (EMI) on human health and device lifespan have become increasingly significant. Traditional metal-based electromagnetic shielding materials, while highly conductive, suffer from rigidity and poor processability, making them unsuit...

Ordered Solid Solution γ′-Fe4N-Based Absorber Synthesized by Nitridation Engineering and Applied for Electromagnetic Functional Devices

Academic Background With the advancement of industrial upgrading and disciplinary integration, significant progress has been made in the informatization, intelligence, and automation of human society. However, this has also raised higher demands for new materials, especially in the field of electromagnetic functional materials. The increasingly sev...

Bioactive MgO/MgCO3/Polycaprolactone Multi-Gradient Fibers Facilitate Peripheral Nerve Regeneration by Regulating Schwann Cell Function and Activating Wingless/Integrase-1 Signaling

Study on Peripheral Nerve Regeneration Based on Multi-Gradient MgO/MgCO₃/PCL Nanofiber Membranes Academic Background Peripheral nerve defects are a common and complex orthopedic issue in clinical practice, with limited efficacy of current treatments. The insufficient proliferation and dysfunction of Schwann cells within nerve scaffolds are key fact...

Flexible No-Drift Data Glove Using Ultrathin Silicon for the Metaverse

Academic Background With the rapid development of the Metaverse, human-machine interface (HMI) technology has become a key link between virtual space and human users. Among these, gesture recognition technology is particularly important in the Metaverse, especially the precise capture of finger movements. Traditional bending sensors used for gestur...

Minimally Invasive Healing of Bone Implant-Cement Interfaces by Aerogel Cement and Remote Heating

Minimally Invasive Healing of Bone Implant-Cement Interfaces by Aerogel Cement and Remote Heating

Minimally Invasive Repair of Bone Implant-Cement Interfaces Using Aerogel Cement and Remote Heating Background Globally, lower limb fractures are the most common type of bone fracture, particularly among the elderly and patients with osteoporosis. In orthopedic surgery, bone cement is widely used to secure implants for the treatment of long bone fr...