2025, Vol.35, No.1

Recent advances in carbon-based catalysts for electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia

Cuilian Sun , Xiujing Xing , Jin Li and 2 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.1~19 | number of Cited : 0

Erratum : Recent advances in activated carbon fibers for pollutant removal

Jong‑Hyun Joo , Seong‑Hwang Kim , Jee Hoon Kim and 8 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.21~44 | number of Cited : 0

Recent advances in activated carbon fibers for pollutant removal

Jong‑Hyun Joo , Seong‑Hwang Kim , Jee Hoon Kim and 8 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.21~44 | number of Cited : 0

Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4)-based magnetic photocatalysts for removal of antibiotics

Akshay Verma , Gaurav Sharma , Tongtong Wang

and 3 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.45~73 | number of Cited : 0

The increasing presence of antibiotics in aquatic ecosystems has raised serious concerns about their ecological and human health impacts. In response, extensive research has focused on the degradation and removal of these stubborn pollutants. Among various approaches, heterogeneous photocatalysis has gained prominence due to its effectiveness in eliminating diverse contaminants from water. This method stands out for its cost-efficiency, environmental friendliness, and high performance, making it a practical solution for pollutant mitigation. Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) has attracted significant attention for developing advanced photocatalysts. Its non-metallic nature, robust stability, suitable electronic configuration, and favorable 2.7 eV band gap make it an excellent candidate. However, g-C3N4 faces challenges such as limited visible-light absorption, rapid charge recombination, low oxidation power, and poor texture, which hinder its photocatalytic efficiency. These issues can be addressed by developing g-C3N4-composite-based magnetic semiconductor photocatalysts possessing compatible energy bands. Integrating magnetic materials with g-C3N4 photocatalysts offers new possibilities for easy separation and recyclability, enhancing practical use. While previous studies have also detailed various modification methods for g-C3N4-based materials, the structure-performance relationships of g-C3N4, particularly for detecting and degrading antibiotics, need further exploration. This review critically examines the utilization of g-C3N4-based magnetic photocatalysts for antibiotic removal, exploring fabrication techniques, physical properties, and performance metrics. Various strategies to optimize their efficiency, including doping, heterojunction formation, and surface modification, are also covered. It also delves into the mechanisms of photocatalytic antibiotic degradation, addressing challenges and opportunities in developing these materials. Ultimately, we propose that the synergy of magnetic components into g-C3N4 not only represents a significant advancement in photocatalyst design but also opens new avenues for sustainable wastewater treatment technologies, demonstrating a high level of novelty in the field. The review provides valuable insights into current research and potential advancements in antibiotic remediation.

Erratum : Carbon nanotubes as heterogeneous catalysts for the multicomponent reaction synthesis of heterocycles

Ramin Javahershenas

, Vadim A. Soloshonok , Karel D. Klika and 1 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.75~105 | number of Cited : 0

Carbon nanotubes as heterogeneous catalysts for the multicomponent reaction synthesis of heterocycles

Ramin Javahershenas

, Vadim A. Soloshonok , Karel D. Klika and 1 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.75~105 | number of Cited : 0

Recent progress of low-loaded platinum on well-functionalized carbon electrocatalysts for oxygen reduction reaction

Seon‑Yeong Lee , Myung Kyoon Kim , U‑hyeok Son and 3 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.107~127 | number of Cited : 2

Advances in graphene aerogel–metal oxides (Ni, Co, and Mn) composites for supercapacitor electrodes

Fang Peng , Zhihan Liu , Hongge Zhang and 2 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.129~144 | number of Cited : 0

Bagasse-based porous flower-like MoS2/carbon composites for efficient microwave absorption

Yingxiu Zhang , Lihui Xu

, Jiahao Wang and 7 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.145~160 | number of Cited : 1

Exploring waste-derived catalysts for sustainable biodiesel production: a path towards renewable energy

T. Sathish , Sivamani Selvaraju , N. Ahalya and 10 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.161~172 | number of Cited : 2

Fabrication of Ag/ZnO/Bi2WO6 photocatalyst for boosting photocatalytic activities of cefuroxime sodium in wastewater

Rui Liu

, Xin Zhang , Chong Tan | 2025, 35(1) | pp.173~185 | number of Cited : 0

Upcycling of waste masks into carbon nanotubes combined with ZIF-8 for the detection of heavy-metal ions and nitrite

Tong Han , Ying‑Ai Piao , Long‑Yue Meng

and 1 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.187~197 | number of Cited : 2

Data analytics approach to evaluating the impact of acetylene and ethylene precursors on the crystallinity of carbon nanotubes synthesized in a fluidized bed reactor

Dong Hwan Kim , Eugene Oh , Sehyun Kim and 1 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.199~209 | number of Cited : 0

Preparation and performance study of flexible all-solid-state Co9S8@P–C @ NiCo-LDH / / AC asymmetric supercapacitors

Guanru Chang , Lei Wang , Kunzhen Li and 3 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.211~219 | number of Cited : 0

An innovative approach utilizing bimetallic Ag@Sn-oxy nanocomposite with rGO-decorated glassy carbon-modified electrode for high-performance detection of hydroquinone

Sethupathy Ramanathan , Panneerselvam Perumal

| 2025, 35(1) | pp.221~234 | number of Cited : 0

One-step preparation of N-doped porous carbon materials with excellent microwave absorption properties based on methylene blue saturated wood-based activated carbon

Zhenfei Lv , Chong Lan , Yukun Cao and 5 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.234~244 | number of Cited : 1

Sensitive and selective electrochemical detection of acetaminophen based on GO-MnO2-modified electrode

V. Anbumannan , K. Suresh

| 2025, 35(1) | pp.245~255 | number of Cited : 1

Sun-powered synthesis: harnessing multiwall carbon nanotube-EB photocatalytic magic in a unified photocatalytic-biocatalytic system for solar- driven L-glutamate production from ɑ-ketoglutarate

Abhishek Mishra , Rajesh K. Yadav , Shaifali Mishra and 9 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.257~265 | number of Cited : 0

Mechanical properties of polycaprolactone bone scaffolds reinforced with carbon nanotube-modified tricalcium phosphate

Wenjun Yang , Chenchen Li , Lu Han | 2025, 35(1) | pp.267~276 | number of Cited : 1

Effect of acidity of solid acid catalysts during non-oxidative thermal decomposition of LDPE

Dipali P. Upare , Chul Wee Lee , Don Keun Lee and 1 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.277~285 | number of Cited : 0

Advances in ferroelectric and piezoelectric photocatalysts with oxygen vacancy

Shuang Zhao , Yiyang Wan , Lu Han and 4 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.287~308 | number of Cited : 0

Photocatalysis technology including hydrogen evolution from water splitting, CO2 reduction and N2 conversion to ammonia emerges as a significant approach for energy crisis and environmental pollution. For these conventional semiconductors such as TiO2, ZnO, WO3, CdS and g-C3N4, however, inefficient photoabsorption, rapid recombination of photogenerated carriers, and inadequate surface reactive sites hamper the photoinduced activity and stability. Defect engineering, especially oxygen vacancy, has recently drawn the attention of a number of investigators primarily in connection with its feasibility of regulatability, identifiability and effectiveness. A series of ferroelectric and piezoelectric semiconductors, with internal electric field generated by the polarization, are considered an excellent candidate for replacement of conventional semiconductors, because the observed charge separation ability of those is far from theoretical expectation. With the boost of oxygen vacancy, polarization behavior can be effectively regulated to further improve photocatalytic performance. Related studies based on the above background are the current hotspot of photocatalysis; this paper reviews the latest research progress of ferroelectric and piezoelectric photocatalysts with oxygen vacancy. Starting from the generation of oxygen vacancies, five preparation strategy including ion doping, thermal treatment, chemical reduction, ultraviolet irradiation, and plasma etching are introduced; advanced characterization are summarized in classification of spectroscopy, energy spectrum, electron microscopy, density function theory and in situ techniques. Secondly, the mechanism of oxygen vacancy regulated polarization and their synergistic photocatalytic reactions are reviewed and summarized. Finally, an overview on the prospect of advanced photocatalytic engineering concerned to oxygen vacancies involved ferroelectric and piezoelectric photocatalysts is proposed.

The potential of carbon dots produced from mangosteen through green synthesis for induced-cell proliferation and fluorescence bioimaging

Tanachporn Lukprang , Pakorn Preechaburana , Monthon Lertworapreecha and 1 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.309~319 | number of Cited : 0

Anisotropically enhanced thermal conductivity of polymer composites based on segregated nanocarbon networks

Gyun Young Yoo , Ki Hoon Kim , Yong Chae Jung and 2 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.321~329 | number of Cited : 0

Eco-friendly flame-retardant epoxy composite using tannic acid and upcycled carbon black via mechano-fusion

Young Nam Kim , Yebom Kim , Chetna Tewari and 6 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.331~342 | number of Cited : 0

Sizing-agent control of the high-focusing and spread-ability of a melt-spun polyacrylonitrile-based carbon fiber and its interfacial shear strength

MoonHeui Han , WangGeun Song , Doo‑Won Kim

| 2025, 35(1) | pp.343~349 | number of Cited : 1

Carbonization temperature dependent structural modifications of waste coffee grounds derived hard carbons and their electrochemical behaviors as anode materials for sodium ion batteries

JeongA Kim , Donghyeon Yu , Eunchae Oh and 3 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.351~363 | number of Cited : 2

ZnPb/C composites coating layer on stainless steel for bipolar plate of unitized regenerative fuel cells

Joon Young Kim , Chanmin Jo , Dae Jun Moon and 8 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.365~371 | number of Cited : 0

Effect of improved dispersibility of an MWCNT conductive material by oxyfluorination on the electrochemical performance of SiOx/C-based electrodes for lithium-ion batteries

Dongki Kim , Chaehun Lim , Seongjae Myeong and 3 other persons | 2025, 35(1) | pp.373~381 | number of Cited : 0

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