Themed collection 2025 Materials Chemistry Frontiers HOT articles


Emerging 15–16 group Xenes: structures, properties, preparation methods, and their catalytic applications
A schematic of the review, illustrating the structures, preparation methods, properties and applications of emerging group 15 and 16 Xenes.
Mater. Chem. Front., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4QM01089B
Piezoelectric polymers and their applications in antimicrobial fields
Piezoelectric polymers exhibit antimicrobial effects when triggered by mechanical energy. This review summarized their effects and applications in antimicrobial fields, aiming to inspire further in-depth explorations and innovative applications.
Mater. Chem. Front., 2025,9, 754-771
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4QM00930D
High-performance MOF-based electromagnetic wave absorption materials: design and performance optimization
Electromagnetic wave absorbing material (EMWAM) based on metal-organic framework (MOF) has high loss capacity and wide absorption bandwidth. This paper reviews recent research on MOF-based EMWAM and outlines current challenges and future directions.
Mater. Chem. Front., 2025,9, 403-417
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4QM01054J
Improving Electroluminescence Efficiency and Operational Lifetime of Multi-Resonance Emitters with Bipolar Host Materials
Mater. Chem. Front., 2025, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D5QM00029G

Enhancing cycling stability of Li-rich Mn-based cathode materials via cyano functional additives
Through purifying electrolyte, constructing TM–CN-containing complexes, and forming low-impedance CEI on the cathode surface, the trimethylsilyl cyanide additive enhances the electrochemical performance of high-voltage Li-rich cathodes.
Mater. Chem. Front., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4QM01070A
Construction of a CoP/MnP/Cu3P heterojunction for efficient methanol oxidation-assisted seawater splitting
A phosphide heterojunction has been developed as an efficient catalyst toward methanol-assisted seawater splitting with good activity and high durability.
Mater. Chem. Front., 2025, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4QM01067A
Advances in organic room-temperature phosphorescence: design strategies, photophysical mechanisms, and emerging applications
Organic room-temperature phosphorescence can be facilitated according to rational design principles that promote intersystem crossing and decrease non-radiative decay in aggregated states, demonstrating versatile applications across multiple fields.
Mater. Chem. Front., 2025,9, 744-753
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4QM01032A
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