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Jul, 2026

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Tuning the Mechanical Properties of Crosslinked Copolymers via Sequence and Solvent-Selective Swelling for Vat Photopolymerization

Block copolymers (BCPs) offer distinct advantages for vat photopolymerization by enabling mechanically programmable network structures through microphase-separated morphologies that can be kinetically trapped during curing, yielding properties unattainable in homogeneous resins. However, the respective roles of repeat-unit sequence and solvent environment, together with th…
May, 2026

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Perturbation of nanoplastics on biomembranes: molecular insights from neutron scattering

Plastic waste is now pervasive in the environment, breaking down into microplastics and nanoplastics under many environmental conditions. These particles have been found in various ecosystems and even in human tissues, raising significant environmental and health concerns. In this study, we investigated the interaction of polystyrene nanoplastics, with and without surface…
May, 2026

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Water-stable direct air capture of CO2 with microcapsules of task-specific ionic liquid and their electrothermal regeneration

Microcapsules of the task specific ionic liquid (TSIL) 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium 2-cyanopyrrolide [EMIM][2CNpyr] with composite polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) shells were fabricated for use in CO2 direct air capture (DAC) conditions. The TSIL was encapsulated using an oil-in-oil emulsion as a templating procedure through two different approaches. In the first approach, a PD…
Mar, 2026

Conference Paper

Contrast Matching Biopolymers: A SANS-Based Approach to Structural Characterization of Chitosan

Immobilizing enzymes in polysaccharide-based matrices has been shown to improve both their stability and their catalytic efficiency. Among available materials, chitosan was selected for its abundance, biocompatibility, and versatility in a range of applications. While the broader aim of this work is to study chitosan as a matrix for immobilizing carbonic anhydrase (CA) for…
Feb, 2026

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Protein Adhesion on Semi-Fluorinated Polystyrene Surfaces in Static and Dynamic Measurements

Reducing protein adhesion is a critical strategy in fouling-resistant material innovation, with broad applications spanning biomedical and healthcare devices, biosensors, industrial and environmental systems, and other important technological domains. In this study, we elucidated protein adhesion behavior on polystyrene-based thin films by neutron reflectometry (NR) and qu…
Jan, 2026

Conference Paper

Designing Antifouling and Antimicrobial Interfaces: Structural Characterization using CryoEM, Automated Microscopy, and AI Image Segmentation

The design of functionalized surfaces for interactions with biological systems is critical across sectors such as healthcare, energy, and agriculture. Tailoring materials for specific applications, such as antifouling and antimicrobial surfaces, demands a comprehensive understanding of topology and chemistry across multiple length and time scales on both biological and mat…
Jan, 2026

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Tunable structure and reinforcement of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) hydrogels using fungal chitin particles

Polysaccharides, including chitin, are one of the most abundant biopolymers in nature and are increasingly recognized as a sustainable alternative to petroleum-derived plastics and synthetic fillers in polymer composites. Traditionally sourced from crustacean shells, chitin offers mechanical strength and biocompatibility with limitations also in processability and function…
Oct, 2024

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Programmable bionanocomposite coated fertilizers for prolonged controlled release of nitrogen

Controlled-release fertilizers (CRFs) present a promising solution for alleviating food and nutrient scarcity. However, their development has been mainly hindered by both rapid and unsynchronized nutrient release and unsustainable coating materials. In this study, we address this issue by developing a new coating layer for CRFs using a programmable biopolyurethane nanocomp…
Feb, 2024

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Pulse Protein Isolates as Competitive Food Ingredients: Origin, Composition, Functionalities, and the State-of-the-Art Manufacturing

The ever-increasing world population and environmental stress are leading to surging demand for nutrient-rich food products with cleaner labeling and improved sustainability. Plant proteins, accordingly, are gaining enormous popularity compared with counterpart animal proteins in the food industry. While conventional plant protein sources, such as wheat and soy, cause conc…
Feb, 2024

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Elucidate the molecular basis of ampholytic chitosan as a high-performance cryoprotectant to myosin denaturation: The importance of saccharide charges

The uses of charged poly/oligo-saccharides enable the retarding of protein denaturation against various environmental stresses during food storage and manufacturing. However, at subzero temperatures, the molecular basis of such stabilization behaviors, i.e., cryoprotections, remain less explored. In this study, we introduced an ampholytic saccharide, carboxymethyl chitooli…
Dec, 2023

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Biocatalytic Yarn for Peroxide Decomposition with Controlled Liquid Transport

A robust biocatalytic yarn with controllable liquid transport properties is created by coating thin layers of chitosan containing catalase onto a cellulosic yarn. The resulting material integrates enzyme catalytic functionality with protective coating properties of chitosan and structural functionality of the textile. Mild immobilization conditions and good affinity betwee…
Dec, 2023

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Interface-enhanced conductivities in surfactant-mediated, solution-grown ionic crystalline complexes

Renewable energy is increasingly relying on optimized electrolytes and interfaces. In this work, Tween 20 and sodium chloride are selected as a model system to reveal the effects of surfactants on salt crystallization in the context of ionic conductivity and interface optimization. At a varied crystallization speed and mix ratio, it is demonstrated that the resultant solut…

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Tuning the Mechanical Properties of Crosslinked Copolymers via Sequence and Solvent-Selective Swelling for Vat Photopolymerization

Perturbation of nanoplastics on biomembranes: molecular insights from neutron scattering

Water-stable direct air capture of CO2 with microcapsules of task-specific ionic liquid and their electrothermal regeneration

Contrast Matching Biopolymers: A SANS-Based Approach to Structural Characterization of Chitosan

Protein Adhesion on Semi-Fluorinated Polystyrene Surfaces in Static and Dynamic Measurements

Designing Antifouling and Antimicrobial Interfaces: Structural Characterization using CryoEM, Automated Microscopy, and AI Image Segmentation

Tunable structure and reinforcement of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) hydrogels using fungal chitin particles

Programmable bionanocomposite coated fertilizers for prolonged controlled release of nitrogen

Pulse Protein Isolates as Competitive Food Ingredients: Origin, Composition, Functionalities, and the State-of-the-Art Manufacturing

Elucidate the molecular basis of ampholytic chitosan as a high-performance cryoprotectant to myosin denaturation: The importance of saccharide charges

Biocatalytic Yarn for Peroxide Decomposition with Controlled Liquid Transport

Interface-enhanced conductivities in surfactant-mediated, solution-grown ionic crystalline complexes