Themed collection 15th Anniversary: Chemical Science Leading Investigators collection


A switch-on luminescent europium(III) probe for selective and time-resolved detection of adenosine diphosphate (ADP)
We present a novel luminescent europium(III) probe for highly selective ADP detection with minimal ATP interference. It enables unprecedented ADP sensing in physiologically relevant ranges, facilitating in vitro and cellular imaging applications.
Chem. Sci., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SC07188C

Periodic law-guided design of highly stable O3-type layered oxide cathodes for practical sodium-ion batteries
This study explores a Cu–Mg–Ti co-substitution strategy, guided by periodic law, to enhance the stability and performance of O3-NaNi0.5Mn0.5O2, resulting in improved moisture resistance, high-temperature stability, and high-voltage stability.
Chem. Sci., 2025,16, 3928-3937
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SC08351B

Controlling the transmembrane transport of chloride by dynamic covalent chemistry with azines
This article presents the use of dynamic covalent chemistry in liposomal membranes to activate and modulate the transmembrane transport of chloride by addition of different azine-containing compounds.
Chem. Sci., 2025,16, 3509-3515
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SC08580A

Engineering perfluoroarenes for enhanced molecular barrier effect and chirality transfer in solutions
In diluted solution-based assemblies, the derivatives of perfluoroarenes perform as efficient molecular barriers to perylene building units, lighting up luminescence.
Chem. Sci., 2025,16, 3498-3508
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4SC07859D
About this collection
Chemical Science is celebrating its 15th anniversary in 2025! To celebrate we are publishing this special collection showcasing work from leading investigators from across all areas of chemistry who started their independent careers in the 15 years since Chemical Science was launched. We hope that you enjoy reading this selection of articles, and that we can continue to provide an open and inclusive venue for researchers from across the chemical sciences for many years to come.
The 15th Anniversary: Chemical Science Leading Investigators collection accompanies our 15th Anniversary: Community collection, which features work from our valued Chemical Science community including frequent authors, trusted reviewers, and Board members past and present.