Themed collection Nanoscale Horizons 10th anniversary regional spotlight collection: Asia-Pacific

Rare earth element based single-atom catalysts: synthesis, characterization and applications in photo/electro-catalytic reactions
The synthesis, characterization, and applications of rare earth-based single-atom catalysts.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2022,7, 31-40
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1NH00459J

Redefining the functions of nanocapsule materials
Nanocapsules are tailored so that the degradation products formed after their use yield useful active molecules.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2016,1, 268-271
https://doi.org/10.1039/C5NH00112A
Nanoscience and nanotechnology for water remediation: an earnest hope toward sustainability
Contextualising the promise of nanoscience and nanotechnology for water pollution remediation.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2024,9, 885-899
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NH00056K
Single atom catalysts: a surface heterocompound perspective
Evolution of heterogeneous catalysts with steady down-sizing: from small particles, clusters, dots to single atoms, and now the “surface heterocompound”.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2020,5, 757-764
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0NH00088D

Mechanical properties of two-dimensional material-based thin films: a comprehensive review
Acquiring robust 2D material-based thin films entails root analysis of the multiple parameters affecting their mechanical performance. This work reviews the different factors impacting the mechanical properties of thin films composed of 2D materials.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2025,10, 512-536
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NH00425F
Emerging memristive artificial neuron and synapse devices for the neuromorphic electronics era
A review and universal benchmark for assessing the artificial neuron and synapse device performance from an energy perspective, with the introduction of neuromorphics from biological to electronics and their prospects.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2023,8, 1456-1484
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NH00180F
Applications of liquid metals in nanotechnology
This review presents the fascinating properties and emerging applications of liquid metals and alloys at the nanoscale.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2022,7, 141-167
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1NH00594D
Recent advances in ruthenium-based electrocatalysts for the hydrogen evolution reaction
Exploration of electrocatalysts for clean and sustainable hydrogen generation from water splitting has received huge attention due to the depletion of fossil fuels and environmental pollution.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2020,5, 43-56
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9NH00485H
Novel properties and applications of carbon nanodots
Overview of the optical properties and versatile applications of carbon dots.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2018,3, 565-597
https://doi.org/10.1039/C8NH00106E
Group 6 transition metal dichalcogenide nanomaterials: synthesis, applications and future perspectives
Looking at the science and production methods of group 6 transition metal dichalcogenide (MoS2, WSe2, etc.) nanomaterials from the viewpoint of technological applications.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2018,3, 90-204
https://doi.org/10.1039/C7NH00137A

Self-assembly of isolated plasmonic dimers with sub-5 nm gaps on a metallic mirror
We present a cost-effective self-assembly method to fabricate low-density dimer NPs in an NPoM architecture, using the M13 phage as a spacer layer. This will enable the development of dynamic plasmonic devices and advanced sensing applications.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2025,10, 537-548
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NH00546E

How to recognize clustering of luminescent defects in single-wall carbon nanotubes
Defect clustering in carbon nanotubes can be recognized by a new analytical approach combining quantum yield measurements and Raman spectroscopy.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2024,9, 2286-2294
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NH00383G

Bimodal alteration of cognitive accuracy for spintronic artificial neural networks
A bimodal approach to enhance cognitive accuracies by tuning the magnetoresistance and multistate in a compound spin synapse is developed.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2024,9, 1522-1531
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NH00097H
Ab initio investigation of hot electron transfer in CO2 plasmonic photocatalysis in the presence of hydroxyl adsorbate
Co-adsorbed hydroxyl species play a significant role in changing the energy landscape of the plasmon-mediated CO2 reaction. These promote CO2 activation and transfer of hot electrons in newly formed hybridized orbitals, thereby improving selectivity.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2024,9, 1030-1041
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NH00046C

Rational ligand design for enhanced carrier mobility in self-powered SWIR photodiodes based on colloidal InSb quantum dots
This study demonstrates selective ligand engineering of InSb colloidal quantum dots (CQD) for enhancing the figure of merit of self-powered short-wave infrared (SWIR) photodiodes.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2024,9, 817-827
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4NH00038B

“Clickable” graphene nanoribbons for biosensor interfaces
We demonstrate the synthesis and application of “clickable” graphene nanoribbons (GNRs) as a versatile interface for electrochemical biosensors.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2024,9, 598-608
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NH00590A
Insights into synaptic functionality and resistive switching in lead iodide flexible memristor devices
Neuromorphic platforms are gaining popularity due to their superior efficiency, low power consumption, and adaptable parallel signal processing capabilities, overcoming the limitations of traditional von Neumann architecture.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2024,9, 438-448
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NH00505D
Heterogeneous reservoir computing in second-order Ta2O5/HfO2 memristors
The mixture of leaky and self-rectifying memristors in the reservoir increases the accuracy in MNIST-digits recognition task.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2024,9, 427-437
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3NH00493G

Template-directed 2D nanopatterning of S = 1/2 molecular spins
We demonstrate fabrication of a surface-supported array of VOPc with controlled spin-spin distance, electronic decoupling from the substrate, and individual addressability to realize molecular qubit platforms interfaceable to solid state devices.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2023,8, 624-631
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2NH00375A

Nanoscale biophysical properties of small extracellular vesicles from senescent cells using atomic force microscopy, surface potential microscopy, and Raman spectroscopy
An AFM-Raman combined system identifies subtle differences in the biophysical properties of SnC- and non-SnC-derived small extracellular vesicles (sEVs).
Nanoscale Horiz., 2022,7, 1488-1500
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2NH00220E
Neuromorphic behaviour in discontinuous metal films
Discontinuous metal films, comprising nanoscale gold islands, exhibit correlated avalanches of electrical signals that mimic those observed in the cortex, providing an interesting platform for brain-inspired computing.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2022,7, 437-445
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1NH00620G
Ferroelectric polymer-based artificial synapse for neuromorphic computing
Recently, various efforts have been made to implement synaptic characteristics with a ferroelectric field-effect transistor (FeFET), but in-depth physical analyses have not been reported thus far.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2021,6, 139-147
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0NH00559B
Near-infrared small molecule coupled with rigidness and flexibility for high-performance multimodal imaging-guided photodynamic and photothermal synergistic therapy
A simple π-conjugated oligomer nanotheranostic with intrinsic multifunctionality was developed for 808 nm laser-triggered effective NIR-II fluorescence/photoacoustic imaging and photodynamic/photothermal synergistic therapy.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2021,6, 177-185
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0NH00672F
Tuning the electronic energy level of covalent organic frameworks for crafting high-rate Na-ion battery anode
Lowering the LUMO levels of an anodic COF through the incorporation of N-rich modules favors electron accumulation on it, which sets up an electronic drive for the Na+ ions to enter the anode from the electrolyte. The optimal framework⋯Na+ interactions delivers excellent rate-performance.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2020,5, 1264-1273
https://doi.org/10.1039/D0NH00187B
Metal–organic framework derived hollow CoS2 nanotube arrays: an efficient bifunctional electrocatalyst for overall water splitting
Tubular CoS2 nanoarrays successfully aligned on carbon cloth were rationally designed and fabricated from a metal organic framework precursor, and can be utilized as an efficient bifunctional electrocatalyst for overall water splitting.
Nanoscale Horiz., 2017,2, 342-348
https://doi.org/10.1039/C7NH00079K
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