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View article: Multifunctional Thermoplastic Paper Enabled by Plant‐Cell‐Derived Additives: A Paradigm of Paper‐Based “Modern Alchemy”
Multifunctional Thermoplastic Paper Enabled by Plant‐Cell‐Derived Additives: A Paradigm of Paper‐Based “Modern Alchemy” Open
Papermaking, an ancient yet remarkable invention, hinges on the formation of a network of plant cells. With the growing demand for bio‐derived alternatives to non‐renewable resources and difficult‐to‐degrade plastics, enhancing the functio…
View article: Bridging papermaking and hydrogel production: Nanoparticle-loaded cellulosic hollow fibers with pitted walls as skeleton materials for multifunctional electromagnetic hydrogels
Bridging papermaking and hydrogel production: Nanoparticle-loaded cellulosic hollow fibers with pitted walls as skeleton materials for multifunctional electromagnetic hydrogels Open
Electromagnetic hydrogels have attracted significant attention due to their vast potential in soft robotics, biomedical engineering, and energy harvesting. To facilitate future commercialization via large-scale industrial processes, we pre…
View article: Rice-leaf-mimetic cellulosic paper as a substrate for rewritable devices and biolubricant-infused “slippery” surfaces
Rice-leaf-mimetic cellulosic paper as a substrate for rewritable devices and biolubricant-infused “slippery” surfaces Open
Biomimetics has revolutionized materials innovation by drawing inspiration from biological systems. Cellulosic paper, a sustainable biomaterial, offers immense potential for biomimetic research. Paper-based biomimetic materials, which repl…
View article: Efficient purification of methylene blue dye wastewater by integrated photocatalysis and photothermal evaporation
Efficient purification of methylene blue dye wastewater by integrated photocatalysis and photothermal evaporation Open
Herein, a novel NH 2 –MIL–53(Fe)/polypyrrole@cellulose fiber (NMF/PPy@CelF) composite was prepared based on cellulose fiber (CelF) by a double in-situ growth method, consisting of polypyrrole (PPy) and NH 2 –MIL–53(Fe) (NMF). The interfaci…
View article: Effects of mixed carriers on diatomite supported nano-TiO2
Effects of mixed carriers on diatomite supported nano-TiO2 Open
View article: Conductive PPy@cellulosic Paper Hybrid Electrodes with a Redox Active Dopant for High Capacitance and Cycling Stability
Conductive PPy@cellulosic Paper Hybrid Electrodes with a Redox Active Dopant for High Capacitance and Cycling Stability Open
Polypyrrole@cellulose fibers (PPy@CFs) electrode materials are promising candidates in the energy storage. Various strategies have been pursued to improve their electrochemical performance. However, the poor conductivity, specific capacita…
View article: Nano-MIL-88A(Fe) Enabled Clear Cellulose Films with Excellent UV-Shielding Performance and Robust Environment Resistance
Nano-MIL-88A(Fe) Enabled Clear Cellulose Films with Excellent UV-Shielding Performance and Robust Environment Resistance Open
While tremendous efforts have been dedicated to developing cellulose-based ultraviolet (UV)-blocking films, challenges still remain in simultaneously achieving high transparency, low haze and excellent UV shielding properties via simple an…
View article: Phytic Acid Doped Polyaniline as a Binding Coating Promoting Growth of Prussian Blue on Cotton Fibers for Adsorption of Copper Ions
Phytic Acid Doped Polyaniline as a Binding Coating Promoting Growth of Prussian Blue on Cotton Fibers for Adsorption of Copper Ions Open
In recent years, the elimination of heavy metals from wastewater has become an important topic due to rapid industrialization, and it is of considerable interest to develop renewable and degradable materials for this purpose. In this work,…
View article: Mechanically Strong, Liquid-Resistant Photothermal Bioplastic Constructed from Cellulose and Metal-Organic Framework for Light-Driven Mechanical Motion
Mechanically Strong, Liquid-Resistant Photothermal Bioplastic Constructed from Cellulose and Metal-Organic Framework for Light-Driven Mechanical Motion Open
The development of photothermal materials with a high light-to-heat conversion capability is essential for the utilization of clean solar energy. In this work, we demonstrate the use of a novel and sustainable concept involving cellulose l…
View article: Integrated Conductive Hybrid Electrode Materials Based on PPy@ZIF-67-Derived Oxyhydroxide@CFs Composites for Energy Storage
Integrated Conductive Hybrid Electrode Materials Based on PPy@ZIF-67-Derived Oxyhydroxide@CFs Composites for Energy Storage Open
Due to excellent flexibility and hydrophilicity, cellulose fibers (CFs) have become one of the most potential substrate materials in flexible and wearable electronics. In previous work, we prepared cobalt oxyhydroxide with crystal defects …
View article: Flexible Nanopaper Composed of Wood-Derived Nanofibrillated Cellulose and Graphene Building Blocks
Flexible Nanopaper Composed of Wood-Derived Nanofibrillated Cellulose and Graphene Building Blocks Open
Nanopaper has attracted considerable interest in the fields of films and paper research. However, the challenge of integrating the many advantages of nanopaper still remains. Herein, we developed a facile strategy to fabricate multifunctio…
View article: Colloids, nanostructures, and supramolecular assemblies for papermaking
Colloids, nanostructures, and supramolecular assemblies for papermaking Open
The dominating role of colloid science in papermaking processes, as exemplified by wet-end chemistry, is now well known. The concept of colloids dates back to about 160 years ago. In certain cases, however, the term “colloids” can have an …
View article: Edible additives & cellulosic paper
Edible additives & cellulosic paper Open
Assembly of biofibers into paper-based products fits well into green chemistry principles. Biobased additives such as cationic starch and carboxymethyl cellulose are widely used in the paper industry. Edible additives, which often can be r…
View article: Converting a Dilute Slurry of Hollow Tube-like Papermaking Fibers into Phase-reversible, Self-healable, and Stretchable Hydrogels
Converting a Dilute Slurry of Hollow Tube-like Papermaking Fibers into Phase-reversible, Self-healable, and Stretchable Hydrogels Open
Commercially, assembly-directed packing of hollow tube-like papermaking fibers with widths of roughly 10–50 μm) into sustainable microfibrous bioassemblies (i.e., paper-based products) starts with a dilute fiber slurry. In this process, a …
View article: Nano-Cu <sub>2</sub>O-loaded Paper: Green Preparation and High Visible Light Photocatalytic Performance for Formaldehyde Removal
Nano-Cu <sub>2</sub>O-loaded Paper: Green Preparation and High Visible Light Photocatalytic Performance for Formaldehyde Removal Open
The removal of formaldehyde (HCHO) from indoor air is of great importance to reduce health risks and improve indoor air quality. In this study, nano-Cu2O-loaded paper with superior photocatalytic activity under visible light for…
View article: Low-Salt or Salt-Free Dyeing of Cotton Fibers with Reactive Dyes using Liposomes as Dyeing/Level-Dyeing Promotors
Low-Salt or Salt-Free Dyeing of Cotton Fibers with Reactive Dyes using Liposomes as Dyeing/Level-Dyeing Promotors Open
The main aim of this investigation was to promote the dyeing and level-dyeing effect of reactive dyes on cotton-fiber dyeing by encapsulating reactive dyes in liposomes as an alternative to sodium chloride. The results obtained indicated t…
View article: Isolation and Rheological Characterization of Cellulose Nanofibrils (CNFs) from Coir Fibers in Comparison to Wood and Cotton
Isolation and Rheological Characterization of Cellulose Nanofibrils (CNFs) from Coir Fibers in Comparison to Wood and Cotton Open
In this report, the isolation and rheological characterization of cellulose nanofibrils from coir (CNFs-1) were studied and compared with the CNFs from wood (CNFs-2) and cotton (CNFs-3). Cellulose nanofibrils were isolated successfully fro…
View article: Superhydrophobic Coatings with Edible Biowaxes for Reducing or Eliminating Liquid Residues of Foods and Drinks in Containers
Superhydrophobic Coatings with Edible Biowaxes for Reducing or Eliminating Liquid Residues of Foods and Drinks in Containers Open
Biowaxes, including carnauba wax and beeswax, are edible and renewable. Once dispersed in a polar solvent, these natural materials could be easily converted into nontoxic, “roll-off”, and superhydrophobic coatings on the basis of spray coa…
View article: Tailoring starch-engineered mineral particles towards enhanced interaction with cellulosic fibers
Tailoring starch-engineered mineral particles towards enhanced interaction with cellulosic fibers Open
Interaction of unmodified starch with guest molecules or ligands (e.g., fatty acids) as a basis for the formation of starch-encapsulated mineral filler particles is an effective process for mitigating the negative impact of filler addition…
View article: Conductive Polyaniline/Cellulose/Graphite Composite Films with High Thermal Stability and Antibacterial Activity
Conductive Polyaniline/Cellulose/Graphite Composite Films with High Thermal Stability and Antibacterial Activity Open
Functional composite films were successfully prepared from cellulose, graphite(GP), and polyaniline(PANI) using a combination of physical and chemical processes. Cellulosewasdissolved in N-methylmorpholine-N-oxide monohydrate…
View article: Macromolecular reorganization as a basis for converting cellulosic hydrogels into sustainable plastics
Macromolecular reorganization as a basis for converting cellulosic hydrogels into sustainable plastics Open
The development of lignocellulose-derived sustainable plastics is an important strategy for a greener future. Cellulosic hydrogels, which are readily generated from a cellulosic source (e.g., wood pulp), can be converted into high-strength…
View article: Surface modification of PCC with guar gum using organic titanium ionic crosslinking agent and its application as papermaking filler
Surface modification of PCC with guar gum using organic titanium ionic crosslinking agent and its application as papermaking filler Open
Utilized the principles of guar gum (GG) gelation and crosslinking, a novel modified precipitated calcium carbonate (MPCC) papermaking filler was prepared by using organic titanium (OT) ionic crosslinking agent. The MPCC was characterized …
View article: Percolation for Coated Conductive Paper: Electrical Conductivity as a Function of Volume Fraction of Graphite and Carbon Black
Percolation for Coated Conductive Paper: Electrical Conductivity as a Function of Volume Fraction of Graphite and Carbon Black Open
Conductive papers were prepared via surface coating with graphite or carbon black using either carboxylated styrene butadiene latex or starch as the binder. It is of practical interest to determine the percolation threshold for the coated …