Graphitic carbon nitride(g-CN)stands out as the most promising candidate for solar energy conversion owing to its easy preparation,metal-free nature,flexible molecular structure,moderate bandgap,and excellent thermal/...Graphitic carbon nitride(g-CN)stands out as the most promising candidate for solar energy conversion owing to its easy preparation,metal-free nature,flexible molecular structure,moderate bandgap,and excellent thermal/chemical stability.To enhance the performance of intrinsic g-CN,a supramolecular self-assembly strategy has been proposed to regulate the molecular structure of supramolecular precursors through non-covalent interactions across molecular building blocks,thereby optimizing the electronic structure of g-CN.This review provides a comprehensive overview of the recent progress in supramolecular self-assembly-derived graphitic carbon nitride(SM-CN)from both experimental and theoretical computational research in synthesis strategies,including synthesis methods and influencing factors,providing a theoretical foundation for the design of supramolecular assembly.It also discusses modification strategies,such as internal modification of the conjugated plane,interlayer optimization,and construction of heterointerfaces to improve the electronic structure of SM-CN owing to its unique layered structure.This review further summarizes the applications of SM-CN in environment and energy,including wastewater treatment,sterilization and disinfection/air purification,water splitting,H2O2production,organic synthesis/biomass conversion,CO2reduction,photocatalytic coupling technology.Finally,perspectives and outlooks for the future development of SM-CN aim to inspire further innovation in the design and construction of high-performance SM-CN for broader applications.展开更多
Nickel-catalyzed borylation of aryl nonaflates with B2pin2 could be realized,which proceeded effectively by means of C—O bond functionalization to afford a wide variety of valuable arylboronates in moderate to excell...Nickel-catalyzed borylation of aryl nonaflates with B2pin2 could be realized,which proceeded effectively by means of C—O bond functionalization to afford a wide variety of valuable arylboronates in moderate to excellent yields with good functionality compatibility.In addition,the gram-scale synthesis and the application of the approach in the late-stage elaboration of aryl nonaflate derived from pterostilbene could also be achieved.展开更多
The development of innovative strategies for inert B–H bond functionalization of carboranes and exploration of their potential applications represents a central task in organic chemistry.Here,we demonstrate the facil...The development of innovative strategies for inert B–H bond functionalization of carboranes and exploration of their potential applications represents a central task in organic chemistry.Here,we demonstrate the facile B–H bond functionalization in carboranes through a cage···Ⅰ(Ⅲ)interaction between a nido–carborane cluster and a hypervalent iodine(Ⅲ)unit.Both experimental and theoretical investigations reveal that the cage···Ⅰ(Ⅲ)interaction induces a charge transfer from the boron cage to the iodine moiety,which leads to a significant decrease of the negative charge at the B(9)–H site of nido–carborane.This facilitates the activation of the B–H bond and subsequent chemical transformations.The unprecedented cage···Ⅰ(Ⅲ)interaction offers a similar B–H bond activation mode as metal mediation.Furthermore,the treatment of nido–carboranes with the iodide(Ⅲ)reagent of Ph I(OAc)2affords nido–carborane-phenyl iodonium zwitterions as versatile synthons,which enable the modular construction of exopolyhedral B–O,B–N,B–P,and B–S bonds of carborane derivatives.This approach provides an efficient and scalable synthetic platform for metal-free and site-selective B–H bond functionalization of nido–carboranes under mild conditions.Notably,the developed 2D-3D fused structures can be used as ligands for the facile construction of novel boron cluster-fused hetero-polycyclic metal complexes in one step.These compounds demonstrate intriguing photophysical properties including aggregation-induced emission,tunable emission wavelength,and oxygen sensing.展开更多
Ti3C2TxMXene,with its exceptional electrical conductivity,mechanical flexibility,and processability,compatible with wearable and integrated systems,plays a crucial role in advancing flexible photodetectors fo...Ti3C2TxMXene,with its exceptional electrical conductivity,mechanical flexibility,and processability,compatible with wearable and integrated systems,plays a crucial role in advancing flexible photodetectors for intelligent perception systems and bioinspired artificial vision.However,its intrinsic narrow bandgap(<0.1 eV)and the limited diversity of surface functionalization strategies severely constrain its use as a photosensitive layer in photodetectors.Herein,a surface engineering strategy is developed to covalently graft aminopropyl groups onto the surface of Ti3C2Txvia Si-O-Ti linkages,thereby successfully widening its bandgap to 1.46 eV.The resulting Au/Ti3C2Tx-NH2/Au flexible photodetector exhibits excellent bending resistance and demonstrates an ultrahigh on-off ratio of 1012 under 808 nm laser excitation,along with an excellent responsivity of 3.72×104A W-1and high specific detectivity of 1.03×1018 Jones.Additionally,the fabricated 147-pixel image sensor achieves high-contrast imaging of the"MAX"pattern,providing a new pathway for advancing high-performance flexible near-infrared photodetector technologies in bioinspired vision and flexible wearable image sensing.展开更多
Cytochromes P450(P450s or CYPs)constitute a largesuperfamily of heme-thiolate monooxygenases that are ubiquitous in nature.These remarkable enzymes serve as highly versatile biocatalysts capable of mediating selective...Cytochromes P450(P450s or CYPs)constitute a largesuperfamily of heme-thiolate monooxygenases that are ubiquitous in nature.These remarkable enzymes serve as highly versatile biocatalysts capable of mediating selective oxidations across an exceptionally broad range of organic substrates.展开更多
The growing threat of viral pandemics necessitates innovative antiviral strategies that are effective,sustainable,and scalable.This review highlights nanocellulose as a renewable,biocompatible nanomaterial and a promi...The growing threat of viral pandemics necessitates innovative antiviral strategies that are effective,sustainable,and scalable.This review highlights nanocellulose as a renewable,biocompatible nanomaterial and a promising multifunctional antiviral platform.We examine cellulose nanocrystals,nanofibrils,and bacterial nanocellulose,emphasizing their synergistic antiviral mechanisms,including nanoscale viral entrapment and surface-mediated inactivation via sulfation,cationic groups,and metal nanoparticles.Key advances include photothermally active nanocellulosegraphene composites for on-demand viral deactivation,sulfated nanocellulose mimicking heparin’s virus-trapping properties,and engineered biopolymer hybrids for targeted drug delivery and mucosal immunity.Translational applications span antiviral coatings,self-sterilizing filters,and regenerative wound dressings.The review also addresses scalability and regulatory challenges,integrating computational modeling and structure-activity relationships to guide real-world implementation.Nanocellulose-based technologies offer a transformative approach to antiviral defense,merging adaptability,sustainability,and multifunctionality to meet the demands of pandemic preparedness and redefine the future of biomedical materials.展开更多
Biochar has emerged as a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent for the removal of emerging contaminants from wastewater. This review critically explores recent advances in the design and application of engineered b...Biochar has emerged as a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent for the removal of emerging contaminants from wastewater. This review critically explores recent advances in the design and application of engineered biochars derived from diverse waste biomasses, focusing on the link between structural modifications and pollutant-specific removal mechanisms. Functionalization strategies including physical and chemical activation, heteroatom doping, surface grafting, and hybrid composite formation are systematically analyzed for their impact on adsorption efficiency and selectivity toward dyes, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Particular attention is paid to performance in column systems, regeneration potential, and behaviour in complex real-world matrices, which remain underexplored in current literature. The diversity of adsorption mechanisms such as electrostatic interactions, π–π stacking, hydrogen bonding, ion exchange, and surface complexation is discussed in relation to surface chemistry and pollutant type. Despite promising results, critical challenges persist, including biochar heterogeneity, lack of standard production protocols, potential leaching of dopants, and limitations in large-scale implementation. This review highlights the need for unified assessment frameworks, life cycle analyses, and integration strategies aligned with circular economy principles. By bridging the gap between laboratory innovation and field-scale application, this work provides a comprehensive roadmap for researchers, engineers, and stakeholders seeking to deploy next-generation biochar-based sorbents in sustainable water treatment systems.展开更多
Biodegradable polymers have emerged as pivotal materials in addressing global environmental challenges,driven by their eco-friendly characteristics and alignment with carbon neutrality goals.Through continuous researc...Biodegradable polymers have emerged as pivotal materials in addressing global environmental challenges,driven by their eco-friendly characteristics and alignment with carbon neutrality goals.Through continuous research and innovation,the synthesis and functionalization of biodegradable polymers using chemical and physical methods has made great progress and have enabled significant applications in food packaging,medical and health care,agriculture,and textile industry.Rare earths are often termed"industrial vitamins"and have demonstrated unique catalytic and functional properties due to their 4f electronic configurations and lanthanide contraction effects.These attributes make rare earth indispensable in enhancing the synthesis efficiency,mechanical performance,and functional versatility of biodegradable polymers.This review systematically explores the role of rare earth as catalysts in synthesizing key biodegradable polymers,including polyesters,polycarbonates,polyanhydrides,polyamino acids,etc.Meanwhile,the utility of rare earth in polymer functionalization for improved thermal stability,biodegradability,and mechanical strength.We critically analyze the mechanisms underlying ra re earth-mediated polyme rization,including coo rdinatio n-insertion and stereoselective catalysis,and highlight their low toxicity and multifunctionality.Challenges such as catalyst recyclability,costeffectiveness,and scalability are discussed,alongside future directions for leveraging rare earth in sustainable polymer design.This work provides a roadmap for advancing biodegradable polymers through REE-based innovations,addressing both environmental and industrial demands.展开更多
Given the broad applicability of carbazole structural moieties in materials science and medicinal chemistry,significant efforts have been devoted to developing efficient synthetic catalytic methodologies to access thi...Given the broad applicability of carbazole structural moieties in materials science and medicinal chemistry,significant efforts have been devoted to developing efficient synthetic catalytic methodologies to access this valuable scaffold.Catalyzed direct Csp2-H functionalization provides an effective and costefficient approach to synthesizing carbazoles from simple and readily available starting materials,ensuring a promising path characterized by excellent atom and step economy.This review highlights the substantial progress made in the last 10 years in advancing catalytic Csp2-H functionalization techniques for synthesizing carbazoles.展开更多
Cellulose,the most abundant and renewable biopolymer,offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution for regulating lithium electrodeposition toward safer lithium metal batteries,thanks to its high nanofibrous struct...Cellulose,the most abundant and renewable biopolymer,offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution for regulating lithium electrodeposition toward safer lithium metal batteries,thanks to its high nanofibrous structure and intrinsic lithiophilic property.In this work,we introduce interface-engineered cellulose-based separators by converting intrinsic hydroxyl groups on cellulose nanofibers(CNFs)to nitrogen functionalities through a trace conducting polymer coating.Both experimental and theoretical results reveal that the nitrogen moieties disrupt the compact hydrogen bond network within hydroxyl cellulose,enabling multiple nitrogen-lithium interactions that enhance lithium ion transport.In addition to an extraordinary Li+transference number of 0.86 and a high ionic conductivity of 1.1 mS cm-1,the nitrogen-functionalized CNF contributes to a uniform electric field and Li+concentration distribution across the lithium metal surface.This facilitates the formation of a LiF-rich solid electrolyte interface and suppresses Li dendrite growth.Consequently,Li‖Li cells demonstrate stable plating/stripping cycles for approximately 3000 h at a current density of 1 mA cm-2 with a fixed capacity of 1 mAh cm-2,while maintaining a low overpotential of 15 mV.Our work provides valuable insights into the surface functionalization of natural biomass for advancing sustainable energy storage technologies.展开更多
Multivalent-ion batteries(MVIBs)have demonstrated considerable potential for scalable energy storage,owing to advantages including high energy density,enhanced safety,and environmental sustainability.However,the diffu...Multivalent-ion batteries(MVIBs)have demonstrated considerable potential for scalable energy storage,owing to advantages including high energy density,enhanced safety,and environmental sustainability.However,the diffusion dynamics of MVIBs in conventional electrode materials are sluggish due to MVIBs'high charge density and the large radius of hydrated ions,which can easily lead to severe degradation of the electrode structure,posing significant challenges for practical applications.COFs and their derivatives show considerable promise for application in MVIBs,owing to their programmable crystalline architectures,large specific surface areas,and precisely controllable active sites.Therefore,after a thorough discussion of the challenges facing MVIBs,including the storage and diffusion difficulties of multivalent ions and the side reactions of the battery,this paper provides a systematic overview of the recent advances of COFs for MVIBs.The structure–activity relationships of their structural design strategies and energy storage mechanisms are analyzed to illustrate their unique advantages.Finally,the properties and modification methods of COFs and their derived materials as electrode materials for MVIBs(Zn,Ca,Mg,and Al ion batteries)are discussed in detail.The paths forward are expected to provide theoretical references and technical routes for the design of advanced multivalent metal-ion batteries.展开更多
Aerogels,renowned as ultra-lightweight solids with exceptional porosity and specific surface area,have emerged as pivotal materials for thermal insulation,catalysis,energy storage,and biomedicine.This review comprehen...Aerogels,renowned as ultra-lightweight solids with exceptional porosity and specific surface area,have emerged as pivotal materials for thermal insulation,catalysis,energy storage,and biomedicine.This review comprehensively evaluates the recent strides in sustainable,high-performance cellulose-based aerogels,emphasizing their fabrication,functionalization,and application prospects.It details the extraction of cellulose fromdiverse sources and its subsequent processing into nanocellulose(e.g.,cellulose nanofibrils and nanocrystals),which serves as the fundamental building block for aerogel synthesis.The critical sol-gel transition,solvent selection,and the pivotal role of drying techniques—freeze-drying,supercritical drying,and ambient pressure drying—in determining final aerogel architecture and properties are systematically analyzed.Special emphasis is placed on the advanced chemical modification of nanocellulose,including esterification,click chemistry,etherification,silanization,and amidation,which tailors surface chemistry to impart hydrophobicity,reactivity,or specific binding sites.The profound influence of cellulose source characteristics(aspect ratio,crystallinity,surface charge)on the pore-forming mechanism and aerogel performance is thoroughly discussed,bridging raw material selection with microstructure design.The review further elucidates the engineering of hybrid and composite aerogels by integrating silica,graphene,polymers,semiconductors,and metal-organic frameworks(MOFs),which synergistically enhance functionalities for targeted applications such as adsorption,photocatalysis,energy storage,sensing,and biomedical engineering.Despite significant progress,challenges remain in scalable green fabrication,balancing ultra-high porosity with mechanical robustness,and deepening the mechanistic understanding in complex applications.This work consolidates the current state-of-the-art,identifies key knowledge gaps,and provides a forward-looking perspective on the development of cellulose aerogels as versatile platforms for next-generation sustainable technologies.展开更多
Vanadium-based materials have emerged as promising cathode candidates for aqueous zinc-ion batteries(AZIBs)due to their multivalent redox characteristics and diverse crystal structures,which enable high energy storage...Vanadium-based materials have emerged as promising cathode candidates for aqueous zinc-ion batteries(AZIBs)due to their multivalent redox characteristics and diverse crystal structures,which enable high energy storage capacity.Nevertheless,practical applications are hindered by several critical challenges,including vanadium species dissolution,side-product formation,sluggish Zn2+diffusion kinetics,and low electrical conductivity.Organic functionalization,benefiting from its structural tunability and abundant functional groups,has been proven to be an effective strategy for enhancing the electrochemical performance of vanadium-based cathodes.This review systematically summarizes recent advances in organic-functionalized vanadium-based cathodes.First,the energy storage mechanism of vanadiumbased cathodes and the fundamental properties of organic compounds relevant to cathode optimization are outlined.Then,the functions of organic compounds are comprehensively analyzed from four key perspectives:capacity improvement,conductivity enhancement,Zn2+diffusion kinetics optimization,and cycling stability promotion.Furthermore,the specific electrochemical performance modulation effects and practical application examples of this strategy are discussed in detail.Finally,current limitations and challenges in this field are highlighted,and corresponding solutions and future research directions are proposed,offering theoretical guidance and insights for the development of high-performance vanadium-based cathodes for AZIBs.展开更多
Carbon-based air cathodes offer low cost,high electrical conductivity,and structural tunability.However,they suffer from limited catalytic activity and inefficient gas transport,and they typically rely on noble metal ...Carbon-based air cathodes offer low cost,high electrical conductivity,and structural tunability.However,they suffer from limited catalytic activity and inefficient gas transport,and they typically rely on noble metal additives or complex multilayer configurations.To tackle these issues,this study devised a self-activated integrated carbon-based air cathode.By integrating in situ catalytic site construction with structural optimization,the strategy not only induces the formation of oxygen functional groups(─C─OH,─C═O,─COOH),hierarchical pores,and uniformly distributed active sites,but also establishes a favorable electronic and mass-transport environment.Furthermore,the roll-pressing-based integrated design streamlines electrode construction,reinforces interfacial bonding,and significantly enhances mechanical stability.Density functional theory(DFT)calculations show that oxygen functional groups initiate hydrogen bonding interaction and promote charge enrichment,which improves the activity of the cathode and facilitates intermediate adsorption/desorption in oxygen reduction and evolution reactions processes.As a result,the integrated air cathode-based rechargeable zinc-air batteries(RZABs)achieve a high specific capacity of 811 mAh g-1.It also performs well in quasi-solid-state RZABs and silicon-air batteries systems across a wide temperature range,demonstrating strong adaptability and application potential.This study provides a scalable and cost-effective design strategy for high-performance carbon-based air cathodes,offering new insights into advancing durable and practical metal-air energy systems.展开更多
Helical carbon nanotubes(HCNTs)offer unique geometrical characteristics and capabilities;however,their properties,functionalization,and applications have not been sufficiently explored,compared to the straight CNTs th...Helical carbon nanotubes(HCNTs)offer unique geometrical characteristics and capabilities;however,their properties,functionalization,and applications have not been sufficiently explored,compared to the straight CNTs that have different crystallinity and structural characteristics.The coil-shaped geometries of HCNTs can substantially increase their mechanical entanglement/interlocking with solidified host-resins and the microfiber-reinforcements in fiber-reinforced composites.As a result,it can considerably improve the mechanical,thermal,electrical,and magnetic properties of the composites.To further improve their effectiveness,HCNTs should be chemically treated to promote their molecular interactions and bonding-effectiveness with the resin molecules,as well as to enhance their dispersion-uniformity and suspension-stability in the host-resin.In this study,a reflux method was deployed to chemically functionalize HCNTs with a low-molarity nitric acid-solution and then effects of reflux time and temperature on surface-modification and dispersion-homogeneity of the functionalized HCNTs(FHCNTs)were investigated.The results from SEM,FTIR,XRD,Raman spectroscopy,and visual dispersion-test showed that changes in reflux time and temperature were mostly effective in atomic scale structural alteration of the HCNTs.Except for the FHCNTs that were treated at higher temperatures for a longer time,the rest showed improvements in their dispersion,an increase in ID/IG Raman ratios,and changes in FTIR spectra.展开更多
2,3-Dichloro-5,6-dicyano-1,4-benzoquinone (DDQ) is a stoichiometric oxidant that is frequently used in traditional organic synthesis. Recently, the rapid development of organic electrochemistry has led to new advancem...2,3-Dichloro-5,6-dicyano-1,4-benzoquinone (DDQ) is a stoichiometric oxidant that is frequently used in traditional organic synthesis. Recently, the rapid development of organic electrochemistry has led to new advancements in DDQ-catalyzed C—H bonds functionalization. Moreover, the challenging C—H functionalization of electron-deficient arenes has been achieved through the merger of electrochemical DDQ catalysis and photoirradiation. In addition, the synthetic utility of electrophotochemical DDQ catalysis was further demonstrated by the nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) reaction of unactivated aryl fluorides. The recent developments in electro- and electrophotochemical DDQ-catalyzed C—H/C—F func- tionalizations with attention to their strategies and mechanistic insights are summarized. It is hoped that this not only deepens the understanding of this field, but also helps relevant researchers expand the application scope of DDQ catalysis.展开更多
Single-walled carbon nanotubes(SWCNTs)are regarded as the primary candidate materials for optoelectronic devices in the post-Moore era due to their unique two-dimensional quantum confinement effect,high carrier mobili...Single-walled carbon nanotubes(SWCNTs)are regarded as the primary candidate materials for optoelectronic devices in the post-Moore era due to their unique two-dimensional quantum confinement effect,high carrier mobility,and tunable bandgap structure.However,the intrinsic SWCNTs feature strong chemical inertness,easy agglomeration,and fixed band structure,which greatly restrict their performance in complex optoelectronic systems.Therefore,this paper focuses on bandgap renormalization induced by sp3 hybridization,Fermi level shift caused by charge-transfer doping,exciton binding energy modification via dielectric environment screening,and the influence of chiral-selective modification on circular dichroism.Based on the established Hamiltonian perturbation model and many-body Green’s function theory framework,the physical picture of macroscopic reconstruction of the photoelectric response of SWCNTs by functional groups as artificial defects or dielectric coating layers is revealed from a microscopic perspective,providing a theoretical basis for the design of high-performance and multifunctional carbon nanotube optoelectronic devices.展开更多
The reduction of nonspecific binding(NSB,or passivation)and functionalization of the diamond surface are crucial for nitrogen-vacancy(NV)center-based quantum sensing in biomedical systems,especially for biomolecular d...The reduction of nonspecific binding(NSB,or passivation)and functionalization of the diamond surface are crucial for nitrogen-vacancy(NV)center-based quantum sensing in biomedical systems,especially for biomolecular detection.In this work,we systematically investigated polyethylene glycol(PEG)-based treatment technologies for the passivation and functionalization of diamond surfaces.Specifically,we evaluated the passivation and functionalization effects of PEG with different chain lengths and then the impact of streptavidin proteins on these treatments.Our results show that either a mixture of 5 kDa PEG and biotin-PEG in a≥5∶1 ratio(PEG to biotin-PEG)or 20 kDa biotin-PEG alone coordinated the suppression of NSB and efficient specific binding of biomolecules and nanoparticles.In addition,we confirmed that the magnetic-sensing-related properties of NV centers were not affected by the PEGylation process and verified the applicability of our diamond treatment scheme with an immunomagnetic assay of antibodies in human serum samples.Overall,our study provides an effective biocompatible treatment strategy and practical protocols for diamond surfaces,promoting NV center-based quantum sensing of biomolecules.展开更多
Functionalization has emerged as a pivotal endeavor to tailor the surface properties of photocatalysts.We propose a facile amine functionalization strategy to establish a Cu−In−Zn−S(CIZS)/NiSx hybrid with covalent bon...Functionalization has emerged as a pivotal endeavor to tailor the surface properties of photocatalysts.We propose a facile amine functionalization strategy to establish a Cu−In−Zn−S(CIZS)/NiSx hybrid with covalent bonds using individual ethylenediamine(EDA)molecules.Our approach witnesses a remarkable photocatalytic hydrogen evolution(PHE)competence of 65.93 mmol g−1h−1driven by visible light,the highest value yielded by CIZS to date.X-ray absorption spectra of CIZS and density functional theory(DFT)calculations confirm the crucial amine N→Cu coordination after amine functionalization.The new emerging coordination via lone-pair electron donation profitably accesses the regulation of the coordination environment,electronic structures,and carrier behavior.Moreover,individual EDA molecule with two-terminal−NH2 group serves as a molecular bridge to hybrid CIZS and NiSxcocatalyst via N→Cu and N→Ni coordination,favorably promoting efficient charge transport.This study provides advances in practical functionalizing photocatalysts.展开更多
Increased human and industrial activities have exacerbated the release of toxic materials and acute envi-ronmental pollution in recent times.Biochar,a carbon-rich material produced from biomass,is gaining momentum as ...Increased human and industrial activities have exacerbated the release of toxic materials and acute envi-ronmental pollution in recent times.Biochar,a carbon-rich material produced from biomass,is gaining momentum as a versatile material for attaining a sustainable environment.The study reviews the application of functionalized biochar for energy storage,environmental remediation,catalysis,and sustainable agriculture,aiming to achieve a greener future.Thedeployment of crop residues as a renewable feedstock for biochar,and their properties,compositions,modification,and functionalization techniques are also discussed.Additionally,the avenues for applying functionalized biochar to achieve a greener future,future trends and innovations,challenges,and future research directions are highlighted.Despite the limitations of scalability,ecotoxicological risks,logistical issues,lack of characterization protocols,high production costs,poor social acceptance,and inadequate policy and regulatory frameworks,functionalized biochar offers a better surface area,improved porosity,enhanced functional groups,and higher recoverability,leading to improved performance,adsorption capacity,biodegradability,and applications in specialized fields.Future research should prioritize standardization,scalability,cost reduction strategies,expansion of application areas,integration of emerging tools such as artificial intelligence and predictive modeling,and the development of policy and regulatory frameworks,ensuring that biochar’s full potential is harnessed effectively to support a low-carbon,resource-efficient future and global sustainability goals.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC No.52271228)the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Province(No.2023-JC-ZD-21)the Doctoral Dissertation Innovation Fund of Xi'an University of Technology(No.101-252072301)。
摘要Graphitic carbon nitride(g-CN)stands out as the most promising candidate for solar energy conversion owing to its easy preparation,metal-free nature,flexible molecular structure,moderate bandgap,and excellent thermal/chemical stability.To enhance the performance of intrinsic g-CN,a supramolecular self-assembly strategy has been proposed to regulate the molecular structure of supramolecular precursors through non-covalent interactions across molecular building blocks,thereby optimizing the electronic structure of g-CN.This review provides a comprehensive overview of the recent progress in supramolecular self-assembly-derived graphitic carbon nitride(SM-CN)from both experimental and theoretical computational research in synthesis strategies,including synthesis methods and influencing factors,providing a theoretical foundation for the design of supramolecular assembly.It also discusses modification strategies,such as internal modification of the conjugated plane,interlayer optimization,and construction of heterointerfaces to improve the electronic structure of SM-CN owing to its unique layered structure.This review further summarizes the applications of SM-CN in environment and energy,including wastewater treatment,sterilization and disinfection/air purification,water splitting,H2O2production,organic synthesis/biomass conversion,CO2reduction,photocatalytic coupling technology.Finally,perspectives and outlooks for the future development of SM-CN aim to inspire further innovation in the design and construction of high-performance SM-CN for broader applications.
摘要Nickel-catalyzed borylation of aryl nonaflates with B2pin2 could be realized,which proceeded effectively by means of C—O bond functionalization to afford a wide variety of valuable arylboronates in moderate to excellent yields with good functionality compatibility.In addition,the gram-scale synthesis and the application of the approach in the late-stage elaboration of aryl nonaflate derived from pterostilbene could also be achieved.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.92261202,92461308,W2412072,22201067 and 22401141)the Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province(Nos.BZ2022007 and BK20241229)+3 种基金the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(No.2024300362)Henan Normal University,Tai Shan Industrial Experts Programme,the high-performance computing center of Nanjing University,the Spanish Ministerio de Ciencia,Innovación y Universidades(MCIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033)(Nos.PID2022–138861NB-I00,PID2023-147424NB-I00,and CEX2021–001202-M)the Generalitat de Catalunya(Nos.2021SGR623 and 2021SGR224)2024 ICREA Academia prize for M.S.
摘要The development of innovative strategies for inert B–H bond functionalization of carboranes and exploration of their potential applications represents a central task in organic chemistry.Here,we demonstrate the facile B–H bond functionalization in carboranes through a cage···Ⅰ(Ⅲ)interaction between a nido–carborane cluster and a hypervalent iodine(Ⅲ)unit.Both experimental and theoretical investigations reveal that the cage···Ⅰ(Ⅲ)interaction induces a charge transfer from the boron cage to the iodine moiety,which leads to a significant decrease of the negative charge at the B(9)–H site of nido–carborane.This facilitates the activation of the B–H bond and subsequent chemical transformations.The unprecedented cage···Ⅰ(Ⅲ)interaction offers a similar B–H bond activation mode as metal mediation.Furthermore,the treatment of nido–carboranes with the iodide(Ⅲ)reagent of Ph I(OAc)2affords nido–carborane-phenyl iodonium zwitterions as versatile synthons,which enable the modular construction of exopolyhedral B–O,B–N,B–P,and B–S bonds of carborane derivatives.This approach provides an efficient and scalable synthetic platform for metal-free and site-selective B–H bond functionalization of nido–carboranes under mild conditions.Notably,the developed 2D-3D fused structures can be used as ligands for the facile construction of novel boron cluster-fused hetero-polycyclic metal complexes in one step.These compounds demonstrate intriguing photophysical properties including aggregation-induced emission,tunable emission wavelength,and oxygen sensing.
摘要Ti3C2TxMXene,with its exceptional electrical conductivity,mechanical flexibility,and processability,compatible with wearable and integrated systems,plays a crucial role in advancing flexible photodetectors for intelligent perception systems and bioinspired artificial vision.However,its intrinsic narrow bandgap(<0.1 eV)and the limited diversity of surface functionalization strategies severely constrain its use as a photosensitive layer in photodetectors.Herein,a surface engineering strategy is developed to covalently graft aminopropyl groups onto the surface of Ti3C2Txvia Si-O-Ti linkages,thereby successfully widening its bandgap to 1.46 eV.The resulting Au/Ti3C2Tx-NH2/Au flexible photodetector exhibits excellent bending resistance and demonstrates an ultrahigh on-off ratio of 1012 under 808 nm laser excitation,along with an excellent responsivity of 3.72×104A W-1and high specific detectivity of 1.03×1018 Jones.Additionally,the fabricated 147-pixel image sensor achieves high-contrast imaging of the"MAX"pattern,providing a new pathway for advancing high-performance flexible near-infrared photodetector technologies in bioinspired vision and flexible wearable image sensing.
摘要Cytochromes P450(P450s or CYPs)constitute a largesuperfamily of heme-thiolate monooxygenases that are ubiquitous in nature.These remarkable enzymes serve as highly versatile biocatalysts capable of mediating selective oxidations across an exceptionally broad range of organic substrates.
摘要The growing threat of viral pandemics necessitates innovative antiviral strategies that are effective,sustainable,and scalable.This review highlights nanocellulose as a renewable,biocompatible nanomaterial and a promising multifunctional antiviral platform.We examine cellulose nanocrystals,nanofibrils,and bacterial nanocellulose,emphasizing their synergistic antiviral mechanisms,including nanoscale viral entrapment and surface-mediated inactivation via sulfation,cationic groups,and metal nanoparticles.Key advances include photothermally active nanocellulosegraphene composites for on-demand viral deactivation,sulfated nanocellulose mimicking heparin’s virus-trapping properties,and engineered biopolymer hybrids for targeted drug delivery and mucosal immunity.Translational applications span antiviral coatings,self-sterilizing filters,and regenerative wound dressings.The review also addresses scalability and regulatory challenges,integrating computational modeling and structure-activity relationships to guide real-world implementation.Nanocellulose-based technologies offer a transformative approach to antiviral defense,merging adaptability,sustainability,and multifunctionality to meet the demands of pandemic preparedness and redefine the future of biomedical materials.
摘要Biochar has emerged as a sustainable and cost-effective adsorbent for the removal of emerging contaminants from wastewater. This review critically explores recent advances in the design and application of engineered biochars derived from diverse waste biomasses, focusing on the link between structural modifications and pollutant-specific removal mechanisms. Functionalization strategies including physical and chemical activation, heteroatom doping, surface grafting, and hybrid composite formation are systematically analyzed for their impact on adsorption efficiency and selectivity toward dyes, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, and per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. Particular attention is paid to performance in column systems, regeneration potential, and behaviour in complex real-world matrices, which remain underexplored in current literature. The diversity of adsorption mechanisms such as electrostatic interactions, π–π stacking, hydrogen bonding, ion exchange, and surface complexation is discussed in relation to surface chemistry and pollutant type. Despite promising results, critical challenges persist, including biochar heterogeneity, lack of standard production protocols, potential leaching of dopants, and limitations in large-scale implementation. This review highlights the need for unified assessment frameworks, life cycle analyses, and integration strategies aligned with circular economy principles. By bridging the gap between laboratory innovation and field-scale application, this work provides a comprehensive roadmap for researchers, engineers, and stakeholders seeking to deploy next-generation biochar-based sorbents in sustainable water treatment systems.
基金Project supported by the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region Science and Technology Project(2023LHMS02018)。
摘要Biodegradable polymers have emerged as pivotal materials in addressing global environmental challenges,driven by their eco-friendly characteristics and alignment with carbon neutrality goals.Through continuous research and innovation,the synthesis and functionalization of biodegradable polymers using chemical and physical methods has made great progress and have enabled significant applications in food packaging,medical and health care,agriculture,and textile industry.Rare earths are often termed"industrial vitamins"and have demonstrated unique catalytic and functional properties due to their 4f electronic configurations and lanthanide contraction effects.These attributes make rare earth indispensable in enhancing the synthesis efficiency,mechanical performance,and functional versatility of biodegradable polymers.This review systematically explores the role of rare earth as catalysts in synthesizing key biodegradable polymers,including polyesters,polycarbonates,polyanhydrides,polyamino acids,etc.Meanwhile,the utility of rare earth in polymer functionalization for improved thermal stability,biodegradability,and mechanical strength.We critically analyze the mechanisms underlying ra re earth-mediated polyme rization,including coo rdinatio n-insertion and stereoselective catalysis,and highlight their low toxicity and multifunctionality.Challenges such as catalyst recyclability,costeffectiveness,and scalability are discussed,alongside future directions for leveraging rare earth in sustainable polymer design.This work provides a roadmap for advancing biodegradable polymers through REE-based innovations,addressing both environmental and industrial demands.
基金support and funding by the European Union-Next Generation EU under the Italian Ministry of University and Research (MUR) National Innovation Ecosystem (No.ECS00000041-VITALITY and also “Ecosistema TECH4YOU-(Spoke 3-Goal 3.5)MUR is thanked for PRIN-PNRR 2022 project "P2022XKWH7-Circular Waste+3 种基金The University of Perugia is acknowledged for financial support to the university project “Fondo Ricerca di Ateneo,edizione 2022”The National Ph D program in Catalysis coordinated by the University of Perugia is also thankedthe financial supports of key research and development and technology transfer projects of Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (No.2025KJHZ0008)major special projects of science and technology of Ordos (No.2022EEDSKJZDZX003)。
摘要Given the broad applicability of carbazole structural moieties in materials science and medicinal chemistry,significant efforts have been devoted to developing efficient synthetic catalytic methodologies to access this valuable scaffold.Catalyzed direct Csp2-H functionalization provides an effective and costefficient approach to synthesizing carbazoles from simple and readily available starting materials,ensuring a promising path characterized by excellent atom and step economy.This review highlights the substantial progress made in the last 10 years in advancing catalytic Csp2-H functionalization techniques for synthesizing carbazoles.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.22479046,22461142135)。
摘要Cellulose,the most abundant and renewable biopolymer,offers a sustainable and cost-effective solution for regulating lithium electrodeposition toward safer lithium metal batteries,thanks to its high nanofibrous structure and intrinsic lithiophilic property.In this work,we introduce interface-engineered cellulose-based separators by converting intrinsic hydroxyl groups on cellulose nanofibers(CNFs)to nitrogen functionalities through a trace conducting polymer coating.Both experimental and theoretical results reveal that the nitrogen moieties disrupt the compact hydrogen bond network within hydroxyl cellulose,enabling multiple nitrogen-lithium interactions that enhance lithium ion transport.In addition to an extraordinary Li+transference number of 0.86 and a high ionic conductivity of 1.1 mS cm-1,the nitrogen-functionalized CNF contributes to a uniform electric field and Li+concentration distribution across the lithium metal surface.This facilitates the formation of a LiF-rich solid electrolyte interface and suppresses Li dendrite growth.Consequently,Li‖Li cells demonstrate stable plating/stripping cycles for approximately 3000 h at a current density of 1 mA cm-2 with a fixed capacity of 1 mAh cm-2,while maintaining a low overpotential of 15 mV.Our work provides valuable insights into the surface functionalization of natural biomass for advancing sustainable energy storage technologies.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFB3809501)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52472246)+1 种基金National Natural Science Foundation of China(U25A20382)the Natural Science Foundation of Hubei Province(2022CFD007)。
摘要Multivalent-ion batteries(MVIBs)have demonstrated considerable potential for scalable energy storage,owing to advantages including high energy density,enhanced safety,and environmental sustainability.However,the diffusion dynamics of MVIBs in conventional electrode materials are sluggish due to MVIBs'high charge density and the large radius of hydrated ions,which can easily lead to severe degradation of the electrode structure,posing significant challenges for practical applications.COFs and their derivatives show considerable promise for application in MVIBs,owing to their programmable crystalline architectures,large specific surface areas,and precisely controllable active sites.Therefore,after a thorough discussion of the challenges facing MVIBs,including the storage and diffusion difficulties of multivalent ions and the side reactions of the battery,this paper provides a systematic overview of the recent advances of COFs for MVIBs.The structure–activity relationships of their structural design strategies and energy storage mechanisms are analyzed to illustrate their unique advantages.Finally,the properties and modification methods of COFs and their derived materials as electrode materials for MVIBs(Zn,Ca,Mg,and Al ion batteries)are discussed in detail.The paths forward are expected to provide theoretical references and technical routes for the design of advanced multivalent metal-ion batteries.
基金funded by Basic Scientific Research Funds Project of Heilongjiang Universities of Department of Education,Heilongjiang Province,China,grant number 2025-KYYWF-ZR0763.
摘要Aerogels,renowned as ultra-lightweight solids with exceptional porosity and specific surface area,have emerged as pivotal materials for thermal insulation,catalysis,energy storage,and biomedicine.This review comprehensively evaluates the recent strides in sustainable,high-performance cellulose-based aerogels,emphasizing their fabrication,functionalization,and application prospects.It details the extraction of cellulose fromdiverse sources and its subsequent processing into nanocellulose(e.g.,cellulose nanofibrils and nanocrystals),which serves as the fundamental building block for aerogel synthesis.The critical sol-gel transition,solvent selection,and the pivotal role of drying techniques—freeze-drying,supercritical drying,and ambient pressure drying—in determining final aerogel architecture and properties are systematically analyzed.Special emphasis is placed on the advanced chemical modification of nanocellulose,including esterification,click chemistry,etherification,silanization,and amidation,which tailors surface chemistry to impart hydrophobicity,reactivity,or specific binding sites.The profound influence of cellulose source characteristics(aspect ratio,crystallinity,surface charge)on the pore-forming mechanism and aerogel performance is thoroughly discussed,bridging raw material selection with microstructure design.The review further elucidates the engineering of hybrid and composite aerogels by integrating silica,graphene,polymers,semiconductors,and metal-organic frameworks(MOFs),which synergistically enhance functionalities for targeted applications such as adsorption,photocatalysis,energy storage,sensing,and biomedical engineering.Despite significant progress,challenges remain in scalable green fabrication,balancing ultra-high porosity with mechanical robustness,and deepening the mechanistic understanding in complex applications.This work consolidates the current state-of-the-art,identifies key knowledge gaps,and provides a forward-looking perspective on the development of cellulose aerogels as versatile platforms for next-generation sustainable technologies.
基金financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.21676036)the Natural Science Foundation of Chongqing(No.CSTB2023NSCQMSX0580)the Large-scale Equipment Sharing Fund of Chongqing University(No.202403150240 and 202503150091)。
摘要Vanadium-based materials have emerged as promising cathode candidates for aqueous zinc-ion batteries(AZIBs)due to their multivalent redox characteristics and diverse crystal structures,which enable high energy storage capacity.Nevertheless,practical applications are hindered by several critical challenges,including vanadium species dissolution,side-product formation,sluggish Zn2+diffusion kinetics,and low electrical conductivity.Organic functionalization,benefiting from its structural tunability and abundant functional groups,has been proven to be an effective strategy for enhancing the electrochemical performance of vanadium-based cathodes.This review systematically summarizes recent advances in organic-functionalized vanadium-based cathodes.First,the energy storage mechanism of vanadiumbased cathodes and the fundamental properties of organic compounds relevant to cathode optimization are outlined.Then,the functions of organic compounds are comprehensively analyzed from four key perspectives:capacity improvement,conductivity enhancement,Zn2+diffusion kinetics optimization,and cycling stability promotion.Furthermore,the specific electrochemical performance modulation effects and practical application examples of this strategy are discussed in detail.Finally,current limitations and challenges in this field are highlighted,and corresponding solutions and future research directions are proposed,offering theoretical guidance and insights for the development of high-performance vanadium-based cathodes for AZIBs.
基金funded by the National Nature Science Foundation of China(62264006,62574102)“Thousand Talents Program”of Yunnan Province for Young Talents,Innovative Research Teams(in Science and Technology)in the University of Yunnan Province(IRTSTYN),XingDian Talent Support Program for Young Talents,and Frontier Research Team of Kunming University 2023,The Basic Research Project of Yunnan Province(Nos.202201AU070022)+2 种基金Kunming University Talent Introduction Fund(Nos.YJL20024)Yunnan Province Education Department Scientific Research Fund Project(Nos.2024Y759)Undergraduate Innovation and Entrepreneurship Training Program Project of Yunnan Provincial(202411393005)。
摘要Carbon-based air cathodes offer low cost,high electrical conductivity,and structural tunability.However,they suffer from limited catalytic activity and inefficient gas transport,and they typically rely on noble metal additives or complex multilayer configurations.To tackle these issues,this study devised a self-activated integrated carbon-based air cathode.By integrating in situ catalytic site construction with structural optimization,the strategy not only induces the formation of oxygen functional groups(─C─OH,─C═O,─COOH),hierarchical pores,and uniformly distributed active sites,but also establishes a favorable electronic and mass-transport environment.Furthermore,the roll-pressing-based integrated design streamlines electrode construction,reinforces interfacial bonding,and significantly enhances mechanical stability.Density functional theory(DFT)calculations show that oxygen functional groups initiate hydrogen bonding interaction and promote charge enrichment,which improves the activity of the cathode and facilitates intermediate adsorption/desorption in oxygen reduction and evolution reactions processes.As a result,the integrated air cathode-based rechargeable zinc-air batteries(RZABs)achieve a high specific capacity of 811 mAh g-1.It also performs well in quasi-solid-state RZABs and silicon-air batteries systems across a wide temperature range,demonstrating strong adaptability and application potential.This study provides a scalable and cost-effective design strategy for high-performance carbon-based air cathodes,offering new insights into advancing durable and practical metal-air energy systems.
基金supports received from the College of Engineering of Wichita State University(WSU)and John A.See Innovation Awards-2017&2019.
摘要Helical carbon nanotubes(HCNTs)offer unique geometrical characteristics and capabilities;however,their properties,functionalization,and applications have not been sufficiently explored,compared to the straight CNTs that have different crystallinity and structural characteristics.The coil-shaped geometries of HCNTs can substantially increase their mechanical entanglement/interlocking with solidified host-resins and the microfiber-reinforcements in fiber-reinforced composites.As a result,it can considerably improve the mechanical,thermal,electrical,and magnetic properties of the composites.To further improve their effectiveness,HCNTs should be chemically treated to promote their molecular interactions and bonding-effectiveness with the resin molecules,as well as to enhance their dispersion-uniformity and suspension-stability in the host-resin.In this study,a reflux method was deployed to chemically functionalize HCNTs with a low-molarity nitric acid-solution and then effects of reflux time and temperature on surface-modification and dispersion-homogeneity of the functionalized HCNTs(FHCNTs)were investigated.The results from SEM,FTIR,XRD,Raman spectroscopy,and visual dispersion-test showed that changes in reflux time and temperature were mostly effective in atomic scale structural alteration of the HCNTs.Except for the FHCNTs that were treated at higher temperatures for a longer time,the rest showed improvements in their dispersion,an increase in ID/IG Raman ratios,and changes in FTIR spectra.
摘要2,3-Dichloro-5,6-dicyano-1,4-benzoquinone (DDQ) is a stoichiometric oxidant that is frequently used in traditional organic synthesis. Recently, the rapid development of organic electrochemistry has led to new advancements in DDQ-catalyzed C—H bonds functionalization. Moreover, the challenging C—H functionalization of electron-deficient arenes has been achieved through the merger of electrochemical DDQ catalysis and photoirradiation. In addition, the synthetic utility of electrophotochemical DDQ catalysis was further demonstrated by the nucleophilic aromatic substitution (SNAr) reaction of unactivated aryl fluorides. The recent developments in electro- and electrophotochemical DDQ-catalyzed C—H/C—F func- tionalizations with attention to their strategies and mechanistic insights are summarized. It is hoped that this not only deepens the understanding of this field, but also helps relevant researchers expand the application scope of DDQ catalysis.
摘要Single-walled carbon nanotubes(SWCNTs)are regarded as the primary candidate materials for optoelectronic devices in the post-Moore era due to their unique two-dimensional quantum confinement effect,high carrier mobility,and tunable bandgap structure.However,the intrinsic SWCNTs feature strong chemical inertness,easy agglomeration,and fixed band structure,which greatly restrict their performance in complex optoelectronic systems.Therefore,this paper focuses on bandgap renormalization induced by sp3 hybridization,Fermi level shift caused by charge-transfer doping,exciton binding energy modification via dielectric environment screening,and the influence of chiral-selective modification on circular dichroism.Based on the established Hamiltonian perturbation model and many-body Green’s function theory framework,the physical picture of macroscopic reconstruction of the photoelectric response of SWCNTs by functional groups as artificial defects or dielectric coating layers is revealed from a microscopic perspective,providing a theoretical basis for the design of high-performance and multifunctional carbon nanotube optoelectronic devices.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(T2125011,32471527)the National Key R&D Program of China(2021YFB3202800)+4 种基金the CAS(YSBR-068)Innovation Program for Quantum Science and Technology(2021ZD0302200,2021ZD0303204)New Cornerstone Science Foundation through the XPLORER PRIZE,Hefei Comprehensive National Science Center,the Leading Talents of Innovation and Entrepreneurship of Jiangsu Province(JSSCRC2023548)the Leading Talents of Innovation and Entrepreneurship of Gusu District(ZXL2024351)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities.
摘要The reduction of nonspecific binding(NSB,or passivation)and functionalization of the diamond surface are crucial for nitrogen-vacancy(NV)center-based quantum sensing in biomedical systems,especially for biomolecular detection.In this work,we systematically investigated polyethylene glycol(PEG)-based treatment technologies for the passivation and functionalization of diamond surfaces.Specifically,we evaluated the passivation and functionalization effects of PEG with different chain lengths and then the impact of streptavidin proteins on these treatments.Our results show that either a mixture of 5 kDa PEG and biotin-PEG in a≥5∶1 ratio(PEG to biotin-PEG)or 20 kDa biotin-PEG alone coordinated the suppression of NSB and efficient specific binding of biomolecules and nanoparticles.In addition,we confirmed that the magnetic-sensing-related properties of NV centers were not affected by the PEGylation process and verified the applicability of our diamond treatment scheme with an immunomagnetic assay of antibodies in human serum samples.Overall,our study provides an effective biocompatible treatment strategy and practical protocols for diamond surfaces,promoting NV center-based quantum sensing of biomolecules.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62304219)the Strategic Priority Research Program of theChinese Academy of Sciences(No.XDB43000000)+1 种基金the CAS Project for Young Scientists in Basic Research(YSBR−090)the National Natural ScienceFoundation of China(Nos.21975245,U20A20206,and 51972300)。
摘要Functionalization has emerged as a pivotal endeavor to tailor the surface properties of photocatalysts.We propose a facile amine functionalization strategy to establish a Cu−In−Zn−S(CIZS)/NiSx hybrid with covalent bonds using individual ethylenediamine(EDA)molecules.Our approach witnesses a remarkable photocatalytic hydrogen evolution(PHE)competence of 65.93 mmol g−1h−1driven by visible light,the highest value yielded by CIZS to date.X-ray absorption spectra of CIZS and density functional theory(DFT)calculations confirm the crucial amine N→Cu coordination after amine functionalization.The new emerging coordination via lone-pair electron donation profitably accesses the regulation of the coordination environment,electronic structures,and carrier behavior.Moreover,individual EDA molecule with two-terminal−NH2 group serves as a molecular bridge to hybrid CIZS and NiSxcocatalyst via N→Cu and N→Ni coordination,favorably promoting efficient charge transport.This study provides advances in practical functionalizing photocatalysts.
摘要Increased human and industrial activities have exacerbated the release of toxic materials and acute envi-ronmental pollution in recent times.Biochar,a carbon-rich material produced from biomass,is gaining momentum as a versatile material for attaining a sustainable environment.The study reviews the application of functionalized biochar for energy storage,environmental remediation,catalysis,and sustainable agriculture,aiming to achieve a greener future.Thedeployment of crop residues as a renewable feedstock for biochar,and their properties,compositions,modification,and functionalization techniques are also discussed.Additionally,the avenues for applying functionalized biochar to achieve a greener future,future trends and innovations,challenges,and future research directions are highlighted.Despite the limitations of scalability,ecotoxicological risks,logistical issues,lack of characterization protocols,high production costs,poor social acceptance,and inadequate policy and regulatory frameworks,functionalized biochar offers a better surface area,improved porosity,enhanced functional groups,and higher recoverability,leading to improved performance,adsorption capacity,biodegradability,and applications in specialized fields.Future research should prioritize standardization,scalability,cost reduction strategies,expansion of application areas,integration of emerging tools such as artificial intelligence and predictive modeling,and the development of policy and regulatory frameworks,ensuring that biochar’s full potential is harnessed effectively to support a low-carbon,resource-efficient future and global sustainability goals.