Themed collection Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025

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From gas sensing to AI–gas sensing

Traditional gas sensing integrated with AI for AI-driven gas sensing.

Graphical abstract: From gas sensing to AI–gas sensing
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Unraveling the mechanism of hydrogen evolution reactions in alkaline media: recent advances in in situ Raman spectroscopy

In situ Raman spectroscopy used for monitoring the electrocatalytic process reveals the hydrogen evolution reaction mechanism, providing theoretical guidance for fabricating efficient catalysts.

Graphical abstract: Unraveling the mechanism of hydrogen evolution reactions in alkaline media: recent advances in in situ Raman spectroscopy
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Edible batteries for biomedical innovation: advances, challenges, and future perspectives

Edible batteries integrate exceptional energy efficiency with a safe energy supply, advancing the intersection of sustainable energy and biomedical engineering.

Graphical abstract: Edible batteries for biomedical innovation: advances, challenges, and future perspectives
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Small molecular fluorescent probes featuring protein-assisted functional amplification for improved biosensing and cancer therapeutics

In recent years, small molecular fluorescent probes have significantly advanced biosensing and cancer therapy, enabling applications such as target detection, cellular imaging, fluorescence-guided surgery, and phototherapy.

Graphical abstract: Small molecular fluorescent probes featuring protein-assisted functional amplification for improved biosensing and cancer therapeutics
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Alkynyl hydroxylamines: key precursors for 1,2-N/O heterocycles

1,2-N/O heterocycles hold great promise for exhibiting diverse pharmacological activities. This review summarizes an overview of recent methods (up to 2024) for the synthesis of these heterocycles starting from alkynyl hydroxylamines.

Graphical abstract: Alkynyl hydroxylamines: key precursors for 1,2-N/O heterocycles
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Precision design of covalent organic frameworks for cathode applications

This review article discusses the limitations and potential of covalent organic frameworks (COFs) for cathodes applications and introduces key molecular and structural engineering strategies to enhance the performance of COF cathodes in batteries.

Graphical abstract: Precision design of covalent organic frameworks for cathode applications
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Presodiation technology: progress, strategy and prospects of sacrificial cathode additives in sodium-based energy storage systems

The sacrificial cathode additive (SCA) method holds great promise for industrial application. This review explores recent progress in SCA presodiation technology, with a focus on optimizing strategies to develop near-ideal SCAs.

Graphical abstract: Presodiation technology: progress, strategy and prospects of sacrificial cathode additives in sodium-based energy storage systems
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Graphene-based thermoelectric materials: toward sustainable energy-harvesting systems

This review explores the TE properties of graphene and strategies to enhance its performance. Nanostructuring and hybridization approaches are introduced to overcome its limitations, highlighting the potential for high-efficiency TE applications.

Graphical abstract: Graphene-based thermoelectric materials: toward sustainable energy-harvesting systems
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Chlorine-mediated methane activation: an efficient photocatalytic pathway to valuable chemicals

This Highlight presents an emerging strategy for methane photocatalytic oxidation using chlorine species, emphasizing their advantages and outlining future challenges.

Graphical abstract: Chlorine-mediated methane activation: an efficient photocatalytic pathway to valuable chemicals
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A brief review on the progress of MXene-based catalysts for electro- and photochemical water splitting for hydrogen generation

The development and generation of affordable and highly efficient energy, particularly hydrogen, are one of the best approaches to address the challenges posed by the depletion of non-renewable energy sources.

Graphical abstract: A brief review on the progress of MXene-based catalysts for electro- and photochemical water splitting for hydrogen generation
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Raman optical activity of amyloid fibrils: a distinctive chiroptical phenomenon beyond resonance

This feature article focuses on exceptionally intense ROA of amyloid fibrils, discussed in the broader context of ROA signal enhancement.

Graphical abstract: Raman optical activity of amyloid fibrils: a distinctive chiroptical phenomenon beyond resonance
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Design of alternative oxidation processes for hybrid water electrolysis systems: recent progress and perspective

Hybrid water electrolysis (HWE) has emerged as a promising electrochemical strategy for sustainable hydrogen production by coupling thermodynamically favorable small molecule oxidation reactions with the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER).

Graphical abstract: Design of alternative oxidation processes for hybrid water electrolysis systems: recent progress and perspective
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Open Access Feature Article

Real-space Kohn–Sham density functional theory for complex energy applications

Real-space Kohn–Sham density functional theory (real-space KS-DFT) enables large-scale electronic structure simulations that is particularly well-suited for the modern high-performance computing (HPC) architectures.

Graphical abstract: Real-space Kohn–Sham density functional theory for complex energy applications
From the themed collection: 2025 Emerging Investigators
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Metallic and semiconductor nanomaterials for surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy

The inherent characteristics, enhancement mechanisms, and spectroscopic performance of metallic and semiconductor nanomaterials as SERS substrates are systematically summarized.

Graphical abstract: Metallic and semiconductor nanomaterials for surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy
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Biosensing and biorecognition with water-soluble macrocyclic hosts

Multiple orthogonal recognition mechanisms enable cavitand-based optical sensing arrays to discriminate a wide range of biorelevant targets with high selectivity.

Graphical abstract: Biosensing and biorecognition with water-soluble macrocyclic hosts
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Recent progress in Y-series small molecule acceptors in polymer solar cells

This review summarizes recent advances in Y-series small molecule acceptors with emphasis on how molecular structure influences material and device performance. Strategies for developing higher-efficiency polymer solar cells are also proposed.

Graphical abstract: Recent progress in Y-series small molecule acceptors in polymer solar cells
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Advances in the detection of RNA modification

Herein, a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art techniques for identifying RNA modifications is presented, including high-throughput sequencing technologies and locus-specific approaches.

Graphical abstract: Advances in the detection of RNA modification
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Open Access Feature Article

Protein and peptide confinement within metal–organic materials

Metal–organic materials (MOMs), including both discrete metal–organic cages (MOCs) and metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), are emerging as promising materials for peptide and protein immobilisation.

Graphical abstract: Protein and peptide confinement within metal–organic materials
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Fluorescent probes for lysosomes, mitochondria, and lipid droplets: precision design, dynamic microenvironment monitoring, and heterogeneity exploration

This feature article highlights cutting-edge fluorescent probes for monitoring dynamic microenvironments and exploring heterogeneity in lysosomes, mitochondria, and lipid droplets.

Graphical abstract: Fluorescent probes for lysosomes, mitochondria, and lipid droplets: precision design, dynamic microenvironment monitoring, and heterogeneity exploration
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Hematite photoanode for efficient photoelectrochemical water splitting: recent advances and outlook

Promoting hematite by water oxidation reaction on the surface, charge separation and transport in the bulk, and parallel multi-stacked design.

Graphical abstract: Hematite photoanode for efficient photoelectrochemical water splitting: recent advances and outlook
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Ultrasmall coinage metal nanoclusters as promising antibacterial agents: from design to applications

Ultrasmall coinage metal nanoclusters (MNCs, <3 nm) are promising broad-spectrum antibacterials with tunable core–shell structures. This review discusses their design, mechanisms, applications, and challenges for future antimicrobial development.

Graphical abstract: Ultrasmall coinage metal nanoclusters as promising antibacterial agents: from design to applications
From the themed collection: 2025 Pioneering Investigators
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Recent advances of asymmetric catalytic transformations of alkylidene Meldrum's acid derivatives

This account highlights the recent developments of catalytic enantioselective transformations of AMA towards the construction of valuable chiral molecules and heterocycles.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances of asymmetric catalytic transformations of alkylidene Meldrum's acid derivatives
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Open Access Feature Article

Transition-metal-catalyzed auxiliary-assisted C–H functionalization using vinylcyclopropanes and cyclopropanols

This article covers the developments and outlook in auxiliary assisted C–H functionalization with vinylcyclopropanes and cyclopropanols utilizing transition-metal-catalysis.

Graphical abstract: Transition-metal-catalyzed auxiliary-assisted C–H functionalization using vinylcyclopropanes and cyclopropanols
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Metal–organic frameworks as advanced platforms for radionuclide detection

In this review, we highlight recent advancements in the application of metal–organic frameworks for radionuclide detection, focusing on sensing techniques such as fluorescence, scintillation, colorimetric, and electrochemical methods, among others.

Graphical abstract: Metal–organic frameworks as advanced platforms for radionuclide detection
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Open Access Feature Article

Bio-inspired anti-fouling strategies for membrane-based separations

The benefits of a systematic nature-inspired chemical engineering (NICE) approach to addressing fouling in membrane filtration are explored, with examples leveraging advances in mechanistic insights, functional materials chemistry, and manufacturing.

Graphical abstract: Bio-inspired anti-fouling strategies for membrane-based separations
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Synthetic organic polysulfanes as H2S donors and anticancer agents

The present review primarily focuses on highlighting recent developments in the synthesis of H2S-donating organic polysulfanes and their potential pharmacological implications for cancer.

Graphical abstract: Synthetic organic polysulfanes as H2S donors and anticancer agents
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Molecular engineering of functional DNA molecules toward point-of-care diagnostic devices

This review introduces functional DNA applications in point-of-care diagnostics, highlighting its potential to revolutionize diagnostics, and explores synergies with emerging technologies like nanotechnology and artificial intelligence.

Graphical abstract: Molecular engineering of functional DNA molecules toward point-of-care diagnostic devices
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Shape-selective catalysis in cavity-type molecular sieves: cavity-controlled catalytic principle

Cavity-type zeolites or molecular sieves exhibit significant advantages in shape-selective catalysis, following the cavity-controlled catalytic principles, including molecular adsorption, diffusion, reaction, and deactivation processes.

Graphical abstract: Shape-selective catalysis in cavity-type molecular sieves: cavity-controlled catalytic principle
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Feature Article

Photofunctional cyclophane host–guest systems

This feature article presents cyclophane-based host–guest complexes for which electronic interactions between the host and guest molecules can modulate excited-state properties in an advanced way involving both singlet and triplet excited states.

Graphical abstract: Photofunctional cyclophane host–guest systems
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Feature Article

State-of-the-art advances in homogeneous molecular catalysis for the Guerbet upgrading of bio-ethanol to fuel-grade bio-butanol

A review of the state-of-the-art advances for upgrading ethanol to n-butanol via the Guerbet reaction catalyzed by molecular homogeneous complexes is provided here. Key advancements in catalyst design based on mechanistic understanding is discussed.

Graphical abstract: State-of-the-art advances in homogeneous molecular catalysis for the Guerbet upgrading of bio-ethanol to fuel-grade bio-butanol
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Feature Article

A review: strategies for reducing the open-circuit voltage loss of wide-bandgap perovskite solar cells

Wide-bandgap perovskite solar cells suffer from severe VOC loss. The reported studies on reducing the VOC deficit in terms of interface modification, charge transport layer engineering, and additive engineering are systematically reviewed.

Graphical abstract: A review: strategies for reducing the open-circuit voltage loss of wide-bandgap perovskite solar cells
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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Fluorine confined catalytic sites for augmented p-d hybridization promoting flow-type aqueous Zn-CO2 batteries

From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Balancing UV-to-blue light conversion by membrane-embedded AIE antennas for enhanced photosynthesis

Cationic tetraphenylethylene-based amphiphiles were developed as AIE-active membrane antennas for balanced ultraviolet to blue light conversion to enhance algal photosynthesis.

Graphical abstract: Balancing UV-to-blue light conversion by membrane-embedded AIE antennas for enhanced photosynthesis
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Switchable synthesis of benzimidazole/quinoxaline C-glycosides with o-phenylenediamines and sulfoxonium ylide glyco-reagents

A novel switchable approach for the synthesis of benzimidazole/quinoxaline C-glycosides is presented. This versatile catalytic system enables the reaction utilizing [OsCl₂(p-cymene)]₂ and AgSbF₆ as catalysts respectively.

Graphical abstract: Switchable synthesis of benzimidazole/quinoxaline C-glycosides with o-phenylenediamines and sulfoxonium ylide glyco-reagents
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Regulating Ag–Cu synergy effect via Cu doping numbers to boost CO2 electroreduction on Ag14 nanoclusters

An Ag14−xCux series (Ag14, (AgCu)14-1, (AgCu)14-2), was synthesized. Moderate Cu doping in (AgCu)14-1 leads to stronger Ag–Cu synergy and higher Cu valence states, which promote *CO adsorption and thereby improve CO2-to-CH4 selectivity.

Graphical abstract: Regulating Ag–Cu synergy effect via Cu doping numbers to boost CO2 electroreduction on Ag14 nanoclusters
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

From separation to photothermal conversion: selective crystallization of thorium from lanthanides

This work demonstrates an efficient selective crystallization strategy for separating Th(IV) from Ln(III), yielding a photothermally active thorium–oxo cluster.

Graphical abstract: From separation to photothermal conversion: selective crystallization of thorium from lanthanides
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Regio- and stereoselective C–H alkenylation of pyridines with silyl-substituted internal alkynes using a half-sandwich scandium catalyst

The regio- and stereoselective C–H alkenylation of pyridines with silyl-substituted internal alkynes has been achieved by using a half-sandwich scandium catalyst, affording a wide range of silyl-functionalized alkenyl pyridines.

Graphical abstract: Regio- and stereoselective C–H alkenylation of pyridines with silyl-substituted internal alkynes using a half-sandwich scandium catalyst
Open Access Communication

Evaluating CO2-to-formic acid electrocatalysts in different device configurations

This study helps identify the most appropriate device hardware and methodology for screening formic acid producing CO2R catalysts in different device configurations: aqueous H-cell, gas diffusion electrode half-cell, and full-cell electrolyzer.

Graphical abstract: Evaluating CO2-to-formic acid electrocatalysts in different device configurations
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Accepted Manuscript - Communication

Polyoxometalate-Mediated Confined Self-Assembly of Sandwich-Structured Mesoporous Polymer@rGO for High-Performance Aqueous Zinc-Iodine Batteries

From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Open Access Communication

Low-coordinate calcium peroxide and oxide complexes

A CaI synthon is key to access low-coordinate Ca (per)oxide complexes of which especially the oxide complex is highly reactive and unstable.

Graphical abstract: Low-coordinate calcium peroxide and oxide complexes
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Planar chiral orange-red TADF materials with AIE properties for efficient circularly polarized OLEDs

Two orange-red planar chiral thermally activated delayed fluorescence emitters exhibit aggregation-induced emission. Their organic light-emitting diodes and circularly polarized devices show low efficiency roll-offs and high dissymmetry factors.

Graphical abstract: Planar chiral orange-red TADF materials with AIE properties for efficient circularly polarized OLEDs
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Mechanism of metal doping in regulating the boron adsorption performance of Fe3O4 nanoparticles

Boron adsorption on the Fe3O4 surface proceeds through nucleophilic attack of oxygen in Fe–O–H towards the vacant orbital of boron. A good correlation was found between the change of oxygen binding energy and the boron adsorption capacity of M@Fe3O4.

Graphical abstract: Mechanism of metal doping in regulating the boron adsorption performance of Fe3O4 nanoparticles
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Understanding the effects of cellulose polymorphism on hard carbon for sodium-ion batteries

Cellulose I, cellulose II, and cellulose III are the three most common polymorphs of cellulose, and their derived hard carbons exhibit distinct structures and electrochemical performances.

Graphical abstract: Understanding the effects of cellulose polymorphism on hard carbon for sodium-ion batteries
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Catalytic NH3 oxidation to N2 by hydrogen atom abstraction using a low-valent molybdenum complex

Fac-[(CO)3Mo(PtBu2NPh2)(NH3)] catalyzed NH3 oxidation to N2 using phenoxyl radicals as H atom acceptors generating up to 88 equiv. N2 per Mo centre.

Graphical abstract: Catalytic NH3 oxidation to N2 by hydrogen atom abstraction using a low-valent molybdenum complex
Communication

Four-electron oxidation and one-electron reduction of the bis(terphenylthiolate) U(II) complex, U(SAriPr6)2 [AriPr6 = C6H3-2,6-(C6H2-2,4,6-iPr3)2]

The terphenylthiolate ligands that stabilize the U(II) complex U(SAriPr6)2 with U-arene interactions move out of the way in forming the U(VI) bis(imido) species U(SAriPr6)2([double bond, length as m-dash]NPh)2(THF)2 or encapsulate a K+ ion in the reduced complex KU(μ-SAriPr6)2.

Graphical abstract: Four-electron oxidation and one-electron reduction of the bis(terphenylthiolate) U(ii) complex, U(SAriPr6)2 [AriPr6 = C6H3-2,6-(C6H2-2,4,6-iPr3)2]
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Sn4P3-decorated 2D N-doped carbon nanosheets as efficient polysulfide barriers for Li–S batteries

An Sn4P3-decorated nitrogen-doped carbon nanosheet synergistically boosts polysulfide conversion and suppresses diffusion.

Graphical abstract: Sn4P3-decorated 2D N-doped carbon nanosheets as efficient polysulfide barriers for Li–S batteries
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Near-infrared chemiluminescent probes for monitoring leucine aminopeptidase activity

We report the first sequential near-infrared enzyme-specific chemiluminescent probe by minimizing steric hindrance at the recognition site to deliver robust in situ chemiluminescence.

Graphical abstract: Near-infrared chemiluminescent probes for monitoring leucine aminopeptidase activity
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Open Access Communication

Nanomorphology tuning in doxorubicin-loaded liposomes via cooling-induced doxorubicin-crystallization and membrane phase transition

Slow cooling produced prolate liposomes containing linear doxorubicin fiber-bundles, whereas rapid cooling gave liposomes containing curved fiber-bundles.

Graphical abstract: Nanomorphology tuning in doxorubicin-loaded liposomes via cooling-induced doxorubicin-crystallization and membrane phase transition
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

A Fe-thiolate layered metal organic framework as a high-performance electrode material for potassium-ion batteries

A Fe-thiolate MOF is capable of accommodating K+ ions electrochemically, achieving low polarization, high capacity utilization and stable cycling performance thanks to Fe3+/Fe2+ reversible redox processes and polyphasic transformations.

Graphical abstract: A Fe-thiolate layered metal organic framework as a high-performance electrode material for potassium-ion batteries
Communication

Urea synthesis via electrocatalytic C–N coupling of CO2 and nitrate on oxygen-vacancy-rich Co3O4–CuO heterostructure nanowires

Co3O4–CuO/CF was synthesized for urea synthesis via electrocatalytic C–N coupling of nitrate and CO2, showing high faradaic efficiency and urea yield due to the formation of a heterostructure and rich oxygen vacancies.

Graphical abstract: Urea synthesis via electrocatalytic C–N coupling of CO2 and nitrate on oxygen-vacancy-rich Co3O4–CuO heterostructure nanowires
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Oxidative N-functionalization of primary sulfonamides with aliphatic aldehydes: a green synthesis of α-sulfonamido acetals

An eco-friendly oxidative N-functionalization of sulfonamides with aldehydes using a sodium iodide–sodium percarbonate system achieves high selectivity and yields, enabling drug modification and derivatization for pharmaceutical optimization.

Graphical abstract: Oxidative N-functionalization of primary sulfonamides with aliphatic aldehydes: a green synthesis of α-sulfonamido acetals
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Open Access Communication

Pushing the limit of triplet–triplet annihilation photon upconversion towards the UVC range

A benzene-based annihilator and a high triplet energy sensitizer were combined in an upconversion scheme, emitting photons with unprecedented energy.

Graphical abstract: Pushing the limit of triplet–triplet annihilation photon upconversion towards the UVC range
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Conversion of CO2 into cyclic carbonates using an ionic porous organic cage

An ionic porous organic cage (OFT-RCC36+6Br) served as a metal-free catalyst for the solvent-free conversion of CO2 into cyclic carbonates, achieving high catalytic turnover.

Graphical abstract: Conversion of CO2 into cyclic carbonates using an ionic porous organic cage
Open Access Communication

Boramidine: a boron-based photoacidic fluorophore

Boramidine, a small organic fluorophore, is protonated in water and highly protic media and behaves as a photoacid upon optical excitation.

Graphical abstract: Boramidine: a boron-based photoacidic fluorophore
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Nanocubic mixed-halide perovskite superlattices for bright red light-emitting diodes

LEDs based on nanocubic CsPb(IxBr1−x)3 achieved a maximum EQE of 10.75%, the highest reported for perovskite superlattice bright red LEDs.

Graphical abstract: Nanocubic mixed-halide perovskite superlattices for bright red light-emitting diodes
Open Access Communication

Carbazole-functionalized Chichibabin diradicaloids with redshifted absorption and enhanced photoluminescence

We report two carbazole-functionalized Chichibabin diradicaloids that in comparison to the parent compound exhibit red-shifted absorption and 2–3-fold brighter emission.

Graphical abstract: Carbazole-functionalized Chichibabin diradicaloids with redshifted absorption and enhanced photoluminescence
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Synergistic effect of fluorination and alkyl side-chain engineering on thiazole-based polymer donors for low-cost organic solar cells

We present a series of low-cost polymer donors based on a simple-structured 4-ester-substituted thiazole derivative, proposed as promising candidates for high-performance organic solar cells.

Graphical abstract: Synergistic effect of fluorination and alkyl side-chain engineering on thiazole-based polymer donors for low-cost organic solar cells
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Preparation and assembly of SiO2@TiO2 photoresponsive colloidal rings

Photoresponsive colloidal rings are synthesized, which facilitate controlled self-assembly of open crystallites and also enable hybrid-assembly with passive colloids.

Graphical abstract: Preparation and assembly of SiO2@TiO2 photoresponsive colloidal rings
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Open Access Communication

Rational design of red-shifted 1,2-azaborinine-based molecular solar thermals

Rational computational design yields push–pull 4,5-substituted 1,2-azaborinines as molecular solar thermals with improved light harvesting.

Graphical abstract: Rational design of red-shifted 1,2-azaborinine-based molecular solar thermals
Communication

Arylative double bond transposition of allylic alcohols via silicon-tethered intramolecular benzyne–ene reactions

Silicon-tethered benzyne–ene reactions efficiently convert allylic alcohols to aryl-substituted homoallylic alcohols, offering excellent regio- and diastereoselectivity with a broad substrate scope.

Graphical abstract: Arylative double bond transposition of allylic alcohols via silicon-tethered intramolecular benzyne–ene reactions
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Restructuring of mortise-and-tenon frameworks at the molecular level

Restructuring of mortise-and-tenon frameworks at the molecular level has never been achieved. Here, in this work, the inaugural instance of such restructuring within molecular mortise-and-tenon joints has been reported.

Graphical abstract: Restructuring of mortise-and-tenon frameworks at the molecular level
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Mechanochemically synthesized covalent organic frameworks as catalysts for the Suzuki–Miyaura coupling reaction

Synthesis of vinyl-containing COFs using an efficient and rapid mechanochemical method.

Graphical abstract: Mechanochemically synthesized covalent organic frameworks as catalysts for the Suzuki–Miyaura coupling reaction
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Isolable GaN-based analogues of Thiele's and Chichibabin's hydrocarbons

Treatment of two equivalents of Trip2GaCl (Trip = 2,4,6-triisopropylphenyl) with pyrazine and 4,4′-bipyridine affords adducts 1 and 2 in high yields.

Graphical abstract: Isolable GaN-based analogues of Thiele's and Chichibabin's hydrocarbons
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Planting MoS2 nanosheets so that they stand vertically on a substrate using a dynamic magnetic field

The arrayed MoS2 nanosheets are planted on specific substrates by a dynamic magnetic field at a rate of more than 1.5 μm min−1.

Graphical abstract: Planting MoS2 nanosheets so that they stand vertically on a substrate using a dynamic magnetic field
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Open Access Communication

Confinement-supported aurophilic interaction

Au⋯Au interaction from a bisphosphine Au(I) complex without a bridging ligand.

Graphical abstract: Confinement-supported aurophilic interaction
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Multi-cavity discrete coordination cages encapsulating up to four units of pyrazine-N,N′-dioxide: molecular soybeans

A family of Pd3L4, Pd4L4, and Pd5L4-type cages possessing two, three and four cavities, capable of encapsulating up to two, three and four units of pyrazine-N,N'-dioxide (PZDO), respectively.

Graphical abstract: Multi-cavity discrete coordination cages encapsulating up to four units of pyrazine-N,N′-dioxide: molecular soybeans
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

CsMgGa5S9: a diamond-like network made of mixed tetrahedral units for excellent nonlinear optical properties

CsMgGa5S9 features a diamond-like framework with uniformly stacked mixed tetrahedral units and embedded Cs+ ions.

Graphical abstract: CsMgGa5S9: a diamond-like network made of mixed tetrahedral units for excellent nonlinear optical properties
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Anchoring and post-depositional growth enables matrix manipulation of PbS QD inks and efficient solar cells

We report an innovative APDG approach to control the matrix thickness in PbS quantum dot films, significantly enhancing photovoltaic performance.

Graphical abstract: Anchoring and post-depositional growth enables matrix manipulation of PbS QD inks and efficient solar cells
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Self-anchored nickel cocatalyst on nitrogen-doped carbon dots for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

We present a self-anchored nickel on nitrogen-doped carbon dots co-catalyst on carbon nitride nanosheets for enhancing photocatalytic H2 production.

Graphical abstract: Self-anchored nickel cocatalyst on nitrogen-doped carbon dots for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen evolution
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
Communication

Halide-mediated Ag–Zn batteries in alkaline electrolytes

Halide-mediated Ag–Zn batteries with excellent cycling performance by suppressing the shuttle effect and cathode dissolution.

Graphical abstract: Halide-mediated Ag–Zn batteries in alkaline electrolytes
From the themed collection: Chemical Communications HOT articles 2025
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