Three-Dimensional Octahedral Nanocrystals of CuO/CuF Grown on Porous Cu Foam Act as a Lithophilic Skeleton for Dendrite-Free Lithium Metal Anode.

Metallic-lithium (Li) anodes are highly sought-after for next-generation energy storage systems due to their high theoretical capacity and low electrochemical potential. However, the commercialization of Li anodes faces challenges, including uncontrolled dendrite growth and volume changes during cycling. To address these issues, we developed a novel three-dimensional (3D) copper current collector.

Reline deep eutectic solvent mediated synthesis of lanthanum titanate for heavy metal remediation and photocatalytic degradation.

Toxic heavy metal and dye contamination are potential threats that mutilate the essential triad of life; air, water and soil. Despite commercial applicability and importance, the over accumulation of these noxious toxicants has become a disturbing concern. As a result, their remediation has drawn greater fascination leading to the inexplicable quest for a material which can act as both an adsorbent and as a photocatalyst.