Themed collection Celebrating 10 Years of Nanoscale Horizons: 10th Anniversary Collection

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Open Access Review Article

The gold nanoparticle–lipid membrane synergy for nanomedical applications

The integration of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) with lipid bilayers, gives rise to powerful synergistic effects arising from nanoscale interactions.

Graphical abstract: The gold nanoparticle–lipid membrane synergy for nanomedical applications
Review Article

Confined nanoarchitectonics for nano-reactors: in situ characterization and tracking systems at the nanoscale

This review explores the application of nanoarchitectonic to confined nanostructures, with a particular focus on advanced in situ characterization and tracking techniques that reveal the dynamic processes of chemical reactions within nano-reactors.

Graphical abstract: Confined nanoarchitectonics for nano-reactors: in situ characterization and tracking systems at the nanoscale
From the themed collection: Recent Review Articles
Review Article

Tattoo electrodes in bioelectronics: a pathway to next-generation wearable systems

This review provides an overview of recent progress in tattoo electrodes, emphasizing fabrication techniques and material selection, and explores their broad range of applications in wearable bioelectronic systems.

Graphical abstract: Tattoo electrodes in bioelectronics: a pathway to next-generation wearable systems
Open Access Review Article

Next-generation CO2 electroreduction: the role of atomically precise nanoclusters and emerging catalytic strategies

This article explores the electroreduction capabilities of metal nanoclusters, highlighting the structure–property correlation and its impact on product selectivity–ultimately guiding the design of efficient electrocatalysts for CO₂ reduction.

Graphical abstract: Next-generation CO2 electroreduction: the role of atomically precise nanoclusters and emerging catalytic strategies
From the themed collection: Recent Review Articles
Open Access Accepted Manuscript - Communication

Single-Atom Molybdenum Doping Induces Nickel Oxide-to-Hydroxide Transformation for Enhanced Alkaline Hydrogen Evolution

Open Access Accepted Manuscript - Communication

Unravelling Quantum Dot–Molecule Interactions for π-Conjugated Ligands: Insights into Binding and Anchoring Group Effects

Communication

Hyperconjugated linker design in giant dimeric donors enabled superior short-circuit current in organic solar cells

Constructing dimeric donors through hyperconjugation effects to synergistically enhance the efficiency and stability of organic solar cells.

Graphical abstract: Hyperconjugated linker design in giant dimeric donors enabled superior short-circuit current in organic solar cells
Communication

Conductance of metal superatom-based molecular wires influenced by nanoscale effects

The conductivity of nanoscale molecular wires assembled from metal superatoms exhibits an increase with length.

Graphical abstract: Conductance of metal superatom-based molecular wires influenced by nanoscale effects
Open Access Communication

Colloidal synthesis and etching yield monodisperse plasmonic quasi-spherical Mg nanoparticles

Etching of faceted nanoparticles with polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons provides an oxygen-free route to monodisperse colloids, as exemplified with plasmonic Mg structures.

Graphical abstract: Colloidal synthesis and etching yield monodisperse plasmonic quasi-spherical Mg nanoparticles
Open Access Communication

Multifunctional Ti3C2Tx-alginate foams for energy harvesting and fire warning

Ti3C2Tx is a versatile filler for biopolymer foams, introducing complementary functionalities like triboelectricity, thermal insulation and fire retardancy that can be exploited in energy and safety applications.

Graphical abstract: Multifunctional Ti3C2Tx-alginate foams for energy harvesting and fire warning
Communication

CoWO4 nanoparticles with dual active sites for highly efficient ammonia synthesis

CoWO4 nanoparticles with feature bimetallic W and Co active sites are employed to optimize the hydrogenation of *NOx and suppress hydrogen evolution reactions, thereby facilitating highly efficient NO3 reduction to NH3.

Graphical abstract: CoWO4 nanoparticles with dual active sites for highly efficient ammonia synthesis
Communication

TMB (TM = Cr, Fe) monolayers: a new type of room temperature antiferromagnetic topological nodal line semimetal

Two-dimensional materials that combine magnetism and topology offer unique advantages in the fields of spintronics and quantum computing.

Graphical abstract: TMB (TM = Cr, Fe) monolayers: a new type of room temperature antiferromagnetic topological nodal line semimetal
Communication

PVP pre-intercalation engineering combined with the V4+/V5+ dual-valence modulation strategy for energy storage in aqueous zinc-ion batteries

We used a synergistic strategy involving PVP pre-embedding and vanadium valence hybridization. PVP stabilizes the material between oxide layers, enhancing cycling stability and promoting multielectron vanadium reactions through V4+/V5+ mixed valence.

Graphical abstract: PVP pre-intercalation engineering combined with the V4+/V5+ dual-valence modulation strategy for energy storage in aqueous zinc-ion batteries
Communication

Layer-polarization-engineered ferroelectricity and anomalous valley hall effects in a van der Waals bilayer

Layer-polarized ferroelectricity and ferrovalley in A-type antiferromagnetic RuClF bilayer through the interlayer sliding and interlayer exchange interactions are proposed.

Graphical abstract: Layer-polarization-engineered ferroelectricity and anomalous valley hall effects in a van der Waals bilayer
Communication

MOF-derived nanozymes loaded with botanicals as multifunctional nanoantibiotics for synergistic treatment of intracellular antibiotic-resistant bacterial infection

A novel NIR light-actuated nanoantibiotic based on MOF-derived nanozymes loaded with botanicals for the synergistic treatment of intracellular antibiotic-resistant bacterial infections.

Graphical abstract: MOF-derived nanozymes loaded with botanicals as multifunctional nanoantibiotics for synergistic treatment of intracellular antibiotic-resistant bacterial infection
Communication

Enhanced photothermal methane dry reforming through electronic interactions between nickel and yttrium

In this study, a Y-doped Ni-based photothermal catalyst (NiY/KCC-1) was designed for the DRM reaction. Y–Ni electron transfer stabilizes more active sites (Ni0), and then enhances the photothermal effect, leading to excellent catalytic performance.

Graphical abstract: Enhanced photothermal methane dry reforming through electronic interactions between nickel and yttrium
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About this collection

This year, we are delighted to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Nanoscale Horizons!

This special collection celebrates and thanks members of our community who have supported the journal over the last 10 years, and we are honoured that these authors have shared their latest discoveries with us.

We believe that Nanoscale Horizons will continue to be the home of innovative, and impactful nanoscience and nanotechnology research for many years to come and hope you enjoy reading the diverse range of papers featured in the anniversary collection.

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