The kinetics of potassium intercalating into graphite in molten KF at 1 163 K was investigated by means of cyclic voltammetry and chronoamperometry.Cyclic voltammetry results indicate that intercalaltion/deintercalati...The kinetics of potassium intercalating into graphite in molten KF at 1 163 K was investigated by means of cyclic voltammetry and chronoamperometry.Cyclic voltammetry results indicate that intercalaltion/deintercalation of potassium into/from graphite involve kinetic limitations.The intercalation process of potassium was further confirmed to be governed by both the diffusion of potassium ion in graphite bulk and the phase transition kinetics through the analyses of current-time transient curves with reversible and quasi-reversible equations.The transfer coefficient of the intercalation reaction was calculated to be 0.364 according to the parameters resulting from nonlinear fitting of the current-time transient curves with a quasi-reversible equation.Analysis with scanning electron microscope shows that graphite matrix was severely eroded by intercalation of potassium.展开更多
Fluorescent dye （YOYO-I） intercalated with single DNA molecules were investigated via bindingactivated localization microscopy （BALM） at sub-diffraction limit resolutions. Various dye-to-DNA base pair （bp） ratio...Fluorescent dye （YOYO-I） intercalated with single DNA molecules were investigated via bindingactivated localization microscopy （BALM） at sub-diffraction limit resolutions. Various dye-to-DNA base pair （bp） ratios were imaged using the blinking property of YOYO-1 dye under optimum BALM switching buffer conditions. Individual DNA molecules exhibited regular/irregular intercalating phenomena with respect to dye-to-DNA bp ratio. The acquired images were reconstructed into super-resolution images by applying a Gaussian fit to the centroid of the point spread function. The YOYO-1 intercalated with λ-DNA possessed a non-homogeneous region due to the different binding modes of YOYO-1 with λ-DNA. Each binding mode was imaged at the sub-diffraction limit super-resolution. The distance between homogenously localized intercalating dyes within the DNA molecules was measured to be 34nm （n= 10; dye：DNAbp= 1：100） without photocleavage in 50mmol/L β-mercaptoethylamine buffer. The results were similar to those of the theoretical values without photocleavage in the base pairs of single DNA molecules below the diffraction limit. The results paved the way for an in-depth microscopic analysis of molecular variation with single λ-DNA molecules. With this method, it should be possible to analyze the exact base pair breakdown during various stages of cell apoptosis.展开更多
Superconductivity with transition temperature Tc above 40 K was observed in protonated FeSe(Hy-FeSe)previously with the ionic liquid EMIM-BF4 used in the electrochemical process.However,the real superconducting phase ...Superconductivity with transition temperature Tc above 40 K was observed in protonated FeSe(Hy-FeSe)previously with the ionic liquid EMIM-BF4 used in the electrochemical process.However,the real superconducting phase is not clear until now.And detailed structural,magnetization,and electrical transport measurements are lacking.By using similar protonating technique on FeSe single crystals,we obtain superconducting samples with Tc above 40 K.We show that the obtained superconducting phase is not Hy-FeSe but actually an organic-ion(C6H11N+2 referred to as EMIM^(+))-intercalated phase(EMIM)xFeSe.By using x-ray diffraction technique,two sets of index peaks corresponding to different c-axis lattice constants are detected in the obtained samples,which belong to the newly formed phase of intercalated(EMIM)xFeSe and the residual FeSe,respectively.The superconductivity of(EMIM)xFeSe with Tc of 44.4 K is confirmed by resistivity and magnetic susceptibility measurements.Temperature dependence of resistivity with different applied magnetic fields reveals that the upper critical field Hc2 is quite high,while the irreversibility field Hirr is suppressed quickly with increasing temperature till about 20 K.This indicates that the resultant compound has a high anisotropy with a large spacing between the FeSe layers.展开更多
Large anions exhibit slow diffusion kinetics in graphite cathode of dual-ion batteries(DIBs);particularly at high current density,it suffers severely from the largely-reduced interlayer utilization of graphite cathode...Large anions exhibit slow diffusion kinetics in graphite cathode of dual-ion batteries(DIBs);particularly at high current density,it suffers severely from the largely-reduced interlayer utilization of graphite cathode,which as a bottleneck limits the fast charge application of DIBs.To maximize interlayer utilization and achieve faster anion diffusion kinetics,a fast and uncrowded anion transport channel must be established.Herein,Li^(+)was pre-intercalated into the graphite paper(GP)cathode to increase the interlayer spacing,and then hosted for the PF_(6)^(-)anion storage.Combined with theoretical calculation,it shows that the local interlayer spacing enlargement and the residual Li^(+)reduce the anion intercalation energy and diffusion barrier,leading to better rate stability.The obtained GP with Li^(+)pre-intercalation(GP-Li)electrode exhibits a discharge capacity of 23.1 m Ah g^(-1) at a high current of 1300 m A g^(-1).This work provides a facile method to efficiently improve the interlayer utilization of graphite cathode at large currents.展开更多
Rationally manipulating surface reconstruction of catalysts for water oxidation,inducing formation and dynamic accumulation of catalytically active centers still face numerous challenges.Herein,the introduction of[Cr(...Rationally manipulating surface reconstruction of catalysts for water oxidation,inducing formation and dynamic accumulation of catalytically active centers still face numerous challenges.Herein,the introduction of[Cr(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-)into NiFe LDHs by intercalation engineering to promote surface reconstruction achieves an advanced oxygen evolution reaction(OER)activity.In view of the weak electronegativity of Cr^(3+) in[Cr(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-),the intercalation of[Cr(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-)is expected to result in an electron-rich structure of Fe sites in NiFe LDHs,and higher valence state of Ni can be formed with the charge transfer between Fe and Ni.The optimized electronic structure of NiFe-[Cr(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-)-LDHs with more active Ni^(3+) species and the expedited dynamic generation of Ni^(3+) (Fe)OOH phase during the OER process contributed to its excellent catalytic property,revealed by in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy,Raman spectroscopy,and quasi-in situ X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy.With the modulated electronic structure of metal sites,NiFe-[Cr(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-)-LDHs exhibited promoted OER property with a lower overpotential of 236 mV at the current density of 10 mA cm^(-2).This work illustrates the intercalation of conjugated anion to dynamically construct desired Ni^(3+) sites with the optimal electronic environment for improved OER electrocatalysis.展开更多
Layered transition-metal compounds(LTMCs)feature stacked architectures,strong magnetic anisotropy,and tunable magnetic order,making them promising material platforms for low-power spintronic technologies and for enabl...Layered transition-metal compounds(LTMCs)feature stacked architectures,strong magnetic anisotropy,and tunable magnetic order,making them promising material platforms for low-power spintronic technologies and for enabling topological functionalities in the post-Moore era.Here we review recent progress on two-dimensional(2D)magnetism in LTMCs,emphasizing material taxonomy,intrinsic magnetic properties,and external-field controls.This review first presents a classification of LTMCs by crystal structure and chemistry—binary halides,chalcogenides,and ternary families(e.g.,MPX_(3),M_(m)X_(n)Te_(k),MnBi_(2)Te_(4))—followed by a summary of their coupling mechanisms,ordering temperatures,and dimensional effects.It then analyzes the modulation of exchange interactions,magnetic anisotropy,and topological states by electric-field gating,strain engineering,and ion intercalation,with representative experimental demonstrations.Notable advances include room-temperature ferromagnetic metals and semiconductors,observation of the quantum anomalous Hall effect(QAHE)in MnBi2Te4,and synergistic control of magnetic-topological states under multiple external stimuli.Persistent challenges involve the limited availability of intrinsic 2D magnetic semiconductors with high Curie temperatures(Tc),incomplete understanding of the microscopic couplings at interfaces and under quantum confinement,and device-level stability.We conclude by outlining opportunities that lie in the integration of multiscale characterization,first-principles theory,and cross-scale fabrication to precisely co-engineer magnetism,topology,and electronic structure,thereby advancing LTMCs toward spintronic and topological-quantum applications.展开更多
Artificial photosynthesis of hydrogen peroxide(H_(2)O_(2))from earth-abundant water and oxygen is a sustainable approach,however current photocatalysts suffer from low production rate and solar-to-chemical conversion ...Artificial photosynthesis of hydrogen peroxide(H_(2)O_(2))from earth-abundant water and oxygen is a sustainable approach,however current photocatalysts suffer from low production rate and solar-to-chemical conversion efficiency(<1.5%).Herein,we report that nickelchromium layered double hydroxide with intercalated nitrate(NiCrOOH-NO_(3))and a thickness of~4.4 nm is an efficient photocatalyst,enabling a H_(2)O_(2)production yield of 28.7 mmol g^(-1)h^(-1)under visible light irradiation with3.92%solar-to-chemical conversion efficiency.Experimental and computational studies have revealed an inherent facet-dependent reduction-oxidation reaction behavior and spatial separation of photogenerated electrons and holes.An unexpected role of intercalated nitrate is demonstrated,which promotes excited electron—hole spatial separation and facilitates the electron transfer to oxygen intermediate via delocalization.This work provides understandings in the impact of nanostructure and anion in the design of advanced photocatalysts,paving the way toward practical synthesis of H_(2)O_(2)using fully solar-driven renewable energy.展开更多
Bentonite is a necessary binder in producing pellets.Its excessive use reduces the iron grade of pellets and increases production costs.Minimizing bentonite dosage is essential for producing high-quality iron ore pell...Bentonite is a necessary binder in producing pellets.Its excessive use reduces the iron grade of pellets and increases production costs.Minimizing bentonite dosage is essential for producing high-quality iron ore pellets.Addressing the gap in the application of organically-intercalated modified bentonite in the pelletizing field,this study introduces an innovative modification process for bentonite that employs the synergistic effect of mechanical force and dimethyl sulfoxide to enhance the intercalation of organic compounds within bentonite,thus significantly enhancing its binding performance.The colloid value and swell capacity of modified bentonite(98.5 m L/3g and 55.0 m L/g)were much higher than the original bentonite(90.5 m L/3g and 17.5 m L/g).With the decrease of bentonite dosage from1.5wt%to 1.0wt%,the drop number of green pellets from a height of 0.5 m and the compressive strengths of roasted pellets using the modified bentonite(6.0 times and 2916 N per pellet)were significantly higher than those of the original bentonite(4.0 times and 2739 N per pellet).This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the intercalation modification mechanism of bentonite,offering crucial technical insights for the development of high-performance modified bentonite as iron ore pellet binders.展开更多
Conversion-type electrode materials hold significant promise for potassium-ion batteries(PIBs)due to their high theoretical capacities,yet their practical deployment is hindered by sluggish kinetics and irreversible s...Conversion-type electrode materials hold significant promise for potassium-ion batteries(PIBs)due to their high theoretical capacities,yet their practical deployment is hindered by sluggish kinetics and irreversible structural degradation.To overcome these limitations,we propose a rationally engineered nanoreactor architecture that stabilizes defect-rich MoS_(2)via interlayer incorporation of a carbon monolayer,followed by encapsulation within a nitrogen-doped carbon shell,forming a MoSSe@NC heterostructure.This tailored structure synergistically accelerates both K^(+)diffusion kinetics and electron transfer,enabling unprecedented rate performance(107 mAh g^(-1)at 10 Ag^(-1))and ultralong cyclability(86.5%capacity retention after 1200 cycles at 3 A g^(-1)).Mechanistic insights reveal a distinctive“adsorption-conversion”pathway,where sulfur vacancies on exposed S-Mo-S basal planes act as preferential K^(+)adsorption sites,effectively suppressing parasitic phase transitions during intercalation.In situ X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy corroborate the structural reversibility of the conversion reaction,with the carbon matrix dynamically accommodating strain while preserving electrode integrity.This work not only advances the understanding of defect-driven interfacial chemistry in conversion-type materials but also provides a versatile strategy for designing high-performance anodes in next-generation PIBs through heterostructure engineering.展开更多
Thermoelectric (TE) materials enable precise, noiseless, and moving-part-free waste heat recovery and solid-state refrigeration through the Seebeck and Peltier effects [1–3]. The efficiency of TE materials is typical...Thermoelectric (TE) materials enable precise, noiseless, and moving-part-free waste heat recovery and solid-state refrigeration through the Seebeck and Peltier effects [1–3]. The efficiency of TE materials is typically evaluated by a dimensionless figure of merit (ZT = S2σT/(κe+ κl)), which depends on the delicate interplay among the electrical conductivity (σ), Seebeck coefficient (S), lattice thermal conductivity (κl), and electronic thermal conductivity (κe) [4].展开更多
Band inversion induced by spin–orbit coupling in topological semimetals typically generates light charge carriers with high Fermi velocities,which are highly desirable for low-dissipation and coherent quantum transpo...Band inversion induced by spin–orbit coupling in topological semimetals typically generates light charge carriers with high Fermi velocities,which are highly desirable for low-dissipation and coherent quantum transport in topological devices.The presence of these carriers in real materials strongly depends on the Fermi-level position.2M-WSe_(2),with its topological and van der Waals nature,serves as an ideal platform for studying quantum transport in two-dimensional systems,despite the fact that interlayer coupling suppresses the formation of light carriers.In this study,we solvothermally intercalate 1,3-diaminopropane molecules into the interlayer space of 2M-WSe_(2);these molecules effectively adapt to the electronic structure by eliminating interlayer coupling.Simultaneously,slight electron doping via charge transfer results in a small Fermi pocket with an extremely light effective mass,0.04–0.06 me,as revealed by quantum oscillation measurements.This study demonstrates that molecular intercalation is an effective approach for engineering van der Waals topological materials to achieve specific quantum transport properties.展开更多
Developing advanced cathode modification strategies to address the inherent high charge density of Al^(3+) is essential for achieving high-energy-density and long-cycle-life rechargeable aluminum batteries(RABs).Herei...Developing advanced cathode modification strategies to address the inherent high charge density of Al^(3+) is essential for achieving high-energy-density and long-cycle-life rechargeable aluminum batteries(RABs).Herein,we engineer tetraethylammonium(TEA)cation intercalation as a dual-function strategy that concurrently enables interlayer distance enlargement and electrostatic shielding effects,resolving Al^(3+) polarization-induced sluggish kinetics and cathode degradation in RABs.TEA intercalation triggers exceptional V2O5 interlayer expansion from 4.37 to 13.10Å,while the modulated charge distribution generates an electrostatic shielding effect that significantly weakens the Coulombic interactions between Al^(3+) and V2O5 frameworks.This dual mechanism collectively enhances ion diffusion kinetics and suppresses lattice stress accumulation.Ex situ X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy analyses confirm that the“molecular pillar effect”of TEA enables minimal and highly reversible structural deformation of the cathode(<2.0%volume change after 200 cycles),demonstrating zero-strain aluminum-storage behavior.The optimized cathode delivers a high reversible capacity of 258 mAh g^(−1) at 0.5 A g^(−1),maintains 99%capacity retention at 5.0 A g^(−1),and exhibits an ultralow capacity decay rate of 0.01%per cycle over 6000 cycles.This work opens new pathways for designing stable high-performance RAB cathodes through synergistic modulation of electronic and lattice structures.展开更多
As the core determinant of lithium-ion battery performance,electrode materials play a crucial role in defining the battery's capacity,cycling stability,and durability.During charging and discharging,electrode mate...As the core determinant of lithium-ion battery performance,electrode materials play a crucial role in defining the battery's capacity,cycling stability,and durability.During charging and discharging,electrode materials undergo complex ion intercalation and deintercalation processes,accompanied by defect formation and structural evolution.However,the microscopic mechanisms underlying processes such as cation disordering,lattice oxygen loss,and stage structure formation are still not fully understood.To address these challenges,we have developed the Electrode Dynamic Ion Intercalation/Deintercalation Simulator(EDIS),a software platform designed to simulate the dynamic processes of ion intercalation and deintercalation in electrode materials.Leveraging high-precision machine learning potentials,EDIS can efficiently model structural evolution and lithium-ion diffusion behavior under various states of charge and discharge,achieving accuracy approaching that of quantum mechanical methods in relevant chemical spaces.The software supports quantitative analysis of how variations in lithium-ion concentration and distribution affect lithium-ion transport properties,enables evaluation of the impact of structural defects,and allows for tracking of both structural evolution and transport characteristics during continuous cycling.EDIS is versatile and can be extended to sodium-ion batteries and related systems.By enabling in-depth analysis of these microscopic processes,EDIS provides a robust theoretical tool for mechanistic studies and the rational design of high-performance electrode materials for next-generation lithium-ion batteries.展开更多
Dual-carbon batteries(DCBs)have emerged as an appealing candidate for large-scale energy storage,yet the common trade-off between active sites and electronic conduction in carbon materials engenders a main challenge t...Dual-carbon batteries(DCBs)have emerged as an appealing candidate for large-scale energy storage,yet the common trade-off between active sites and electronic conduction in carbon materials engenders a main challenge towards efficient DCBs.Here,we introduce a heteroatom-doped sp^(3) /sp^(2) hybridized carbon fiber membrane(cPAN-Gr)as a universal binder-free active electrode that effectively overcomes this trade-off,enabling efficient Li-ion intercalation chemistry for advanced DCBs.By strategically tuning the sp^(3) and sp^(2) carbon hybridization,the interlayer interaction,geometric and electronic structures of c PANGr are simultaneously optimized,which facilitates rapid Li-ion adsorption,smooth interlayer transport,and efficient electron transport by maximizing the synergy between sp^(2) -and sp^(3) -hybridized carbon.This,coupled with a 3D porous network structure,endows the c PAN-Gr with superior Li-ion storage capability and fast reaction kinetics.Therefore,the c PAN-Gr electrode delivers a high reversible capacity of 345 m A h g^(-1),excellent rate capability(50 C),and an ultralong cycle life over 10,000 cycles,outperforming other reported carbon-based electrodes.Moreover,the constructed DCB exhibits a large specific capacity of 135 m A h g^(-1),long-term cyclability over 500 cycles,and a remarkable energy density of 524.4 Wh kg^(-1).The c PAN-Gr electrode can also be expanded to construct a LiFePO_(4)//cPAN-Gr full battery.Combined theoretical and experimental studies reveal the crucial role of an optimized sp^(3) /sp^(2) ratio(79%)with topological defects and pyridine/pyrrolic N sites on the performance enhancement.This work offers new insights into the design of advanced carbon materials for DCBs and beyond.展开更多
DNA imaging and visualization techniques are crucial in biological experiments and have also emerged as a powerful method for single-molecule studies.Traditional intercalating dyes(e.g.,SYTOX,EtBr,GelRed)can stain DNA...DNA imaging and visualization techniques are crucial in biological experiments and have also emerged as a powerful method for single-molecule studies.Traditional intercalating dyes(e.g.,SYTOX,EtBr,GelRed)can stain DNA but may alter its structure and mechanical properties,and cause photocleavage.Recently,a novel fluorescent DNA-binding protein(FP-DBP)was introduced,which can stain DNA without sequence preference and without inducing photocleavage.In this study,using a custom-built magnetic tweezers system,we performed DNA stretching,twisting and unzipping experiments to compare the mechanical properties of DNA with and without two kinds of intercalating dyes(SYTOX Orange and GelRed)and mCherry FP-DBP.Our results show that mCherry FP-DBP does not affect DNA structure or mechanics,unlike SYTOX Orange and GelRed,making FP-DBP a promising tool for DNA visualization in single-molecule experiments.展开更多
Sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)have attracted significant attention in large-scale energy storage system because of their abundant sodium resource and cost-effectiveness.Layered oxide materials are particularly promising a...Sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)have attracted significant attention in large-scale energy storage system because of their abundant sodium resource and cost-effectiveness.Layered oxide materials are particularly promising as SIBs cathodes due to their high theoretical capacities and facile synthesis.However,their practical applications are hindered by the limitations in energy density and cycling stability.The comprehensive understanding of failure mechanisms within bulk structure and at the cathode/electrolyte interface of cathodes is still lacking.In this review,the issues related to bulk phase degradation and surface degradation,such as irreversible phase transitions,cation migration,transition metal dissolution,air/moisture instability,intergranular cracking,interfacial reactions,and reactive oxygen loss,are discussed.The latest advances and strategies to improve the stability of layered oxide cathodes and full cells are provided,as well as our perspectives on the future development of SIBs.展开更多
The poor electronic conductivity of metal-organic framework(MOF)materials hinders their direct application in the field of electrocatalysis in fuel cells.Herein,we proposed a strategy of embedding carbon nanotubes(CNT...The poor electronic conductivity of metal-organic framework(MOF)materials hinders their direct application in the field of electrocatalysis in fuel cells.Herein,we proposed a strategy of embedding carbon nanotubes(CNTs)during the growth process of MOF crystals,synthesizing a metalloporphyrin-based MOF catalyst TCPPCo-MOF-CNT with a unique CNT-intercalated MOF structure.Physical characterization revealed that the CNTs enhance the overall conductivity while retaining the original characteristics of the MOF and metalloporphyrin.Simultaneously,the insertion of CNTs generated adequate mesopores and created a hierarchical porous structure that enhances mass transfer efficiency.X-ray photoelectron spectroscopic analysis confirmed that the C atom in CNT changed the electron cloud density on the catalytic active center Co,optimizing the electronic structure.Consequently,the E_(1/2) of the TCPPCo-MOF-CNT catalyst under neutral conditions reached 0.77 V(vs.RHE),outperforming the catalyst without CNTs.When the TCPPCo-MOF-CNT was employed as the cathode catalyst in assembling microbial fuel cells(MFCs)with Nafion-117 as the proton exchange membrane,the maxi-mum power density of MFCs reached approximately 500 mW·m^(-2).展开更多
V_(2)O_(5)·nH_(2)O has been widely studied for aqueous zinc-ion batteries.The intercalation of inorganic ions has been used as a feasible method to improve the capacity of vanadium pentoxide.To further improve th...V_(2)O_(5)·nH_(2)O has been widely studied for aqueous zinc-ion batteries.The intercalation of inorganic ions has been used as a feasible method to improve the capacity of vanadium pentoxide.To further improve the stability,organic small molecule choline chloride intercalation is used to expand the spacing of the vanadium pentoxide layers and increase the cycling stability.Therefore,we consider the introduction of Sr^(2+)to cointercalate with choline chloride.Here,we synthes-ized vanadium pentoxide cointercalated with Sr^(2+)and choline ions(Ch^(+))via a simple hydrothermal method.The electro-chemical performance shows an enhanced cathode capacitance contribution of Sr&Ch-V_(2)O_(5),with a discharge capacity of 526 mAh·g^(-1)at 0.1 A·g^(-1)and a retention rate of 78.9%after 2000 cycles at 5 A·g^(-1).This work offers a novel strategy for the design of organic‒inorganic hybrid materials for use as cathodes in aqueous zinc-ion batteries.展开更多
Intercalation catalysis research involves inserting metal ions,molecules,or ionic liquids into the layered structure of catalysts to adjust their electronic structure and surface properties,thereby optimizing catalyti...Intercalation catalysis research involves inserting metal ions,molecules,or ionic liquids into the layered structure of catalysts to adjust their electronic structure and surface properties,thereby optimizing catalytic reaction efficiency and selectivity[1–3].This technique has achieved significant progress in areas such as electrocatalysis,catalytic cracking,and energy conversion,especially in reactions like hydrogen generation,oxygen reduction,nitrogen reduction,and carbon dioxide reduction[4–6].Intercalation catalysis can enhance catalyst activity and selectivity,but challenges remain regarding stability,reusability,and industrial application.Future research will focus on developing new intercalation materials,optimizing catalyst design,and exploring their potential applications in complex environments[7].展开更多
Two-dimensional MXenes are renowned for their remarkable electrical conductivity and electrochemical activity making them highly promising for electrode applications.However,the restacking of MXene nanosheets impairs ...Two-dimensional MXenes are renowned for their remarkable electrical conductivity and electrochemical activity making them highly promising for electrode applications.However,the restacking of MXene nanosheets impairs their functionality by reducing active sites and obstructing ionic transport.This study presents a facile synthesis approach for nickel-intercalated MXene,designed to enhance surface reactivity,avoid restacking,and achieve improved electrochemical performance.Electrochemical studies revealed that the nickel-MXene hybrid showed better cycling stability,retaining 83.7%of its capacity after 10000 cycles and attaining an energy density of 26 Wh kg^(-1) at a power density of 1872Wkg^(-1).It also exhibited overpotentials of 109 and 482 mV at 10 and 100 mA cm^(-2),respectively,in the hydrogen evolution reaction.To predict the structural and electrical alterations caused by nickel inclusion,as well as to understand the intercalation mechanism,spin-polarized density functional theory calculations were carried out.The theoretical results showed an improved carrier concentration for nickel-MXene.Nickel-MXene possessed superior electronic characteristics and surplus active sites with hexagonal closed-packed(hcp)edge sites,which enhanced electrochemical properties.Our results demonstrate that nickel intercalation prevents the restacking of MXene but also significantly improves their electrochemical characteristics,making them ideal for energy storage and catalytic applications.展开更多
基金Project(1343-74236000004)supported by the Hunan Province Innovation Foundation for Postgraduate
文摘The kinetics of potassium intercalating into graphite in molten KF at 1 163 K was investigated by means of cyclic voltammetry and chronoamperometry.Cyclic voltammetry results indicate that intercalaltion/deintercalation of potassium into/from graphite involve kinetic limitations.The intercalation process of potassium was further confirmed to be governed by both the diffusion of potassium ion in graphite bulk and the phase transition kinetics through the analyses of current-time transient curves with reversible and quasi-reversible equations.The transfer coefficient of the intercalation reaction was calculated to be 0.364 according to the parameters resulting from nonlinear fitting of the current-time transient curves with a quasi-reversible equation.Analysis with scanning electron microscope shows that graphite matrix was severely eroded by intercalation of potassium.
基金supported by the Basic Science Research Program through the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF) funded by the Ministry of Education, Science, and Technology(No. 2015R1A2A2A01003839)
文摘Fluorescent dye （YOYO-I） intercalated with single DNA molecules were investigated via bindingactivated localization microscopy （BALM） at sub-diffraction limit resolutions. Various dye-to-DNA base pair （bp） ratios were imaged using the blinking property of YOYO-1 dye under optimum BALM switching buffer conditions. Individual DNA molecules exhibited regular/irregular intercalating phenomena with respect to dye-to-DNA bp ratio. The acquired images were reconstructed into super-resolution images by applying a Gaussian fit to the centroid of the point spread function. The YOYO-1 intercalated with λ-DNA possessed a non-homogeneous region due to the different binding modes of YOYO-1 with λ-DNA. Each binding mode was imaged at the sub-diffraction limit super-resolution. The distance between homogenously localized intercalating dyes within the DNA molecules was measured to be 34nm （n= 10; dye：DNAbp= 1：100） without photocleavage in 50mmol/L β-mercaptoethylamine buffer. The results were similar to those of the theoretical values without photocleavage in the base pairs of single DNA molecules below the diffraction limit. The results paved the way for an in-depth microscopic analysis of molecular variation with single λ-DNA molecules. With this method, it should be possible to analyze the exact base pair breakdown during various stages of cell apoptosis.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.12061131001 and 52072170)the Strategic Priority Research Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.XDB25000000)。
文摘Superconductivity with transition temperature Tc above 40 K was observed in protonated FeSe(Hy-FeSe)previously with the ionic liquid EMIM-BF4 used in the electrochemical process.However,the real superconducting phase is not clear until now.And detailed structural,magnetization,and electrical transport measurements are lacking.By using similar protonating technique on FeSe single crystals,we obtain superconducting samples with Tc above 40 K.We show that the obtained superconducting phase is not Hy-FeSe but actually an organic-ion(C6H11N+2 referred to as EMIM^(+))-intercalated phase(EMIM)xFeSe.By using x-ray diffraction technique,two sets of index peaks corresponding to different c-axis lattice constants are detected in the obtained samples,which belong to the newly formed phase of intercalated(EMIM)xFeSe and the residual FeSe,respectively.The superconductivity of(EMIM)xFeSe with Tc of 44.4 K is confirmed by resistivity and magnetic susceptibility measurements.Temperature dependence of resistivity with different applied magnetic fields reveals that the upper critical field Hc2 is quite high,while the irreversibility field Hirr is suppressed quickly with increasing temperature till about 20 K.This indicates that the resultant compound has a high anisotropy with a large spacing between the FeSe layers.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51932003,51872115)the 2020 International Cooperation Project of the Department of Science and Technology of Jilin Province(20200801001GH)the Project supported by State Key Laboratory of Luminescence and Applications(KLA-2020-05)。
文摘Large anions exhibit slow diffusion kinetics in graphite cathode of dual-ion batteries(DIBs);particularly at high current density,it suffers severely from the largely-reduced interlayer utilization of graphite cathode,which as a bottleneck limits the fast charge application of DIBs.To maximize interlayer utilization and achieve faster anion diffusion kinetics,a fast and uncrowded anion transport channel must be established.Herein,Li^(+)was pre-intercalated into the graphite paper(GP)cathode to increase the interlayer spacing,and then hosted for the PF_(6)^(-)anion storage.Combined with theoretical calculation,it shows that the local interlayer spacing enlargement and the residual Li^(+)reduce the anion intercalation energy and diffusion barrier,leading to better rate stability.The obtained GP with Li^(+)pre-intercalation(GP-Li)electrode exhibits a discharge capacity of 23.1 m Ah g^(-1) at a high current of 1300 m A g^(-1).This work provides a facile method to efficiently improve the interlayer utilization of graphite cathode at large currents.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51402100,21905088,21573066 and U19A2017)the Provincial Natural Science Foundation of Hunan(2020JJ5044,2022JJ10006)。
文摘Rationally manipulating surface reconstruction of catalysts for water oxidation,inducing formation and dynamic accumulation of catalytically active centers still face numerous challenges.Herein,the introduction of[Cr(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-)into NiFe LDHs by intercalation engineering to promote surface reconstruction achieves an advanced oxygen evolution reaction(OER)activity.In view of the weak electronegativity of Cr^(3+) in[Cr(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-),the intercalation of[Cr(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-)is expected to result in an electron-rich structure of Fe sites in NiFe LDHs,and higher valence state of Ni can be formed with the charge transfer between Fe and Ni.The optimized electronic structure of NiFe-[Cr(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-)-LDHs with more active Ni^(3+) species and the expedited dynamic generation of Ni^(3+) (Fe)OOH phase during the OER process contributed to its excellent catalytic property,revealed by in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy,Raman spectroscopy,and quasi-in situ X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy.With the modulated electronic structure of metal sites,NiFe-[Cr(C_(2)O_(4))_(3)]^(3-)-LDHs exhibited promoted OER property with a lower overpotential of 236 mV at the current density of 10 mA cm^(-2).This work illustrates the intercalation of conjugated anion to dynamically construct desired Ni^(3+) sites with the optimal electronic environment for improved OER electrocatalysis.
基金supported by the National KeyR&D Program of China(Grant No.2024YFB3817400)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grants No.12274276 and No.U24A6002)+1 种基金the Natural Science Foundation of Shanxi Province(China)(Grant No.202403021223008)Supported by Scientific and Technology Innovation Programs of Higher Education Institutions in Shanxi(Grant No.2024Q017 and No.2025L043).
文摘Layered transition-metal compounds(LTMCs)feature stacked architectures,strong magnetic anisotropy,and tunable magnetic order,making them promising material platforms for low-power spintronic technologies and for enabling topological functionalities in the post-Moore era.Here we review recent progress on two-dimensional(2D)magnetism in LTMCs,emphasizing material taxonomy,intrinsic magnetic properties,and external-field controls.This review first presents a classification of LTMCs by crystal structure and chemistry—binary halides,chalcogenides,and ternary families(e.g.,MPX_(3),M_(m)X_(n)Te_(k),MnBi_(2)Te_(4))—followed by a summary of their coupling mechanisms,ordering temperatures,and dimensional effects.It then analyzes the modulation of exchange interactions,magnetic anisotropy,and topological states by electric-field gating,strain engineering,and ion intercalation,with representative experimental demonstrations.Notable advances include room-temperature ferromagnetic metals and semiconductors,observation of the quantum anomalous Hall effect(QAHE)in MnBi2Te4,and synergistic control of magnetic-topological states under multiple external stimuli.Persistent challenges involve the limited availability of intrinsic 2D magnetic semiconductors with high Curie temperatures(Tc),incomplete understanding of the microscopic couplings at interfaces and under quantum confinement,and device-level stability.We conclude by outlining opportunities that lie in the integration of multiscale characterization,first-principles theory,and cross-scale fabrication to precisely co-engineer magnetism,topology,and electronic structure,thereby advancing LTMCs toward spintronic and topological-quantum applications.
基金support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(NSFC 21905092,22475072 and 22075085)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities+1 种基金supported by the Shanghai Frontiers Science Center of Molecule Intelligent SynthesesEast China Normal University Multifunctional Platform for Innovation(004)。
文摘Artificial photosynthesis of hydrogen peroxide(H_(2)O_(2))from earth-abundant water and oxygen is a sustainable approach,however current photocatalysts suffer from low production rate and solar-to-chemical conversion efficiency(<1.5%).Herein,we report that nickelchromium layered double hydroxide with intercalated nitrate(NiCrOOH-NO_(3))and a thickness of~4.4 nm is an efficient photocatalyst,enabling a H_(2)O_(2)production yield of 28.7 mmol g^(-1)h^(-1)under visible light irradiation with3.92%solar-to-chemical conversion efficiency.Experimental and computational studies have revealed an inherent facet-dependent reduction-oxidation reaction behavior and spatial separation of photogenerated electrons and holes.An unexpected role of intercalated nitrate is demonstrated,which promotes excited electron—hole spatial separation and facilitates the electron transfer to oxygen intermediate via delocalization.This work provides understandings in the impact of nanostructure and anion in the design of advanced photocatalysts,paving the way toward practical synthesis of H_(2)O_(2)using fully solar-driven renewable energy.
基金financial support by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2023YFC2907801)the Hunan Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(No.2023JJ40760)the Scientific and Technological Project of Yunnan Precious Metals Laboratory,China(No.YPML-2023050276)。
文摘Bentonite is a necessary binder in producing pellets.Its excessive use reduces the iron grade of pellets and increases production costs.Minimizing bentonite dosage is essential for producing high-quality iron ore pellets.Addressing the gap in the application of organically-intercalated modified bentonite in the pelletizing field,this study introduces an innovative modification process for bentonite that employs the synergistic effect of mechanical force and dimethyl sulfoxide to enhance the intercalation of organic compounds within bentonite,thus significantly enhancing its binding performance.The colloid value and swell capacity of modified bentonite(98.5 m L/3g and 55.0 m L/g)were much higher than the original bentonite(90.5 m L/3g and 17.5 m L/g).With the decrease of bentonite dosage from1.5wt%to 1.0wt%,the drop number of green pellets from a height of 0.5 m and the compressive strengths of roasted pellets using the modified bentonite(6.0 times and 2916 N per pellet)were significantly higher than those of the original bentonite(4.0 times and 2739 N per pellet).This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the intercalation modification mechanism of bentonite,offering crucial technical insights for the development of high-performance modified bentonite as iron ore pellet binders.
基金financially supported by the supported by Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(ZR2024MB108)Taishan Young Scholar Program(tsqn202312312)Excellent Young Scholars of the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation(Overseas)(2023HWYQ-112)。
文摘Conversion-type electrode materials hold significant promise for potassium-ion batteries(PIBs)due to their high theoretical capacities,yet their practical deployment is hindered by sluggish kinetics and irreversible structural degradation.To overcome these limitations,we propose a rationally engineered nanoreactor architecture that stabilizes defect-rich MoS_(2)via interlayer incorporation of a carbon monolayer,followed by encapsulation within a nitrogen-doped carbon shell,forming a MoSSe@NC heterostructure.This tailored structure synergistically accelerates both K^(+)diffusion kinetics and electron transfer,enabling unprecedented rate performance(107 mAh g^(-1)at 10 Ag^(-1))and ultralong cyclability(86.5%capacity retention after 1200 cycles at 3 A g^(-1)).Mechanistic insights reveal a distinctive“adsorption-conversion”pathway,where sulfur vacancies on exposed S-Mo-S basal planes act as preferential K^(+)adsorption sites,effectively suppressing parasitic phase transitions during intercalation.In situ X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy corroborate the structural reversibility of the conversion reaction,with the carbon matrix dynamically accommodating strain while preserving electrode integrity.This work not only advances the understanding of defect-driven interfacial chemistry in conversion-type materials but also provides a versatile strategy for designing high-performance anodes in next-generation PIBs through heterostructure engineering.
基金supports from the Department of Education of Liaoning Province (LJ242510147006)
文摘Thermoelectric (TE) materials enable precise, noiseless, and moving-part-free waste heat recovery and solid-state refrigeration through the Seebeck and Peltier effects [1–3]. The efficiency of TE materials is typically evaluated by a dimensionless figure of merit (ZT = S2σT/(κe+ κl)), which depends on the delicate interplay among the electrical conductivity (σ), Seebeck coefficient (S), lattice thermal conductivity (κl), and electronic thermal conductivity (κe) [4].
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (Grant No.2023YFA1406301)the National Natural Science Foundation of China (Grant Nos.52250308 and 52525205)。
文摘Band inversion induced by spin–orbit coupling in topological semimetals typically generates light charge carriers with high Fermi velocities,which are highly desirable for low-dissipation and coherent quantum transport in topological devices.The presence of these carriers in real materials strongly depends on the Fermi-level position.2M-WSe_(2),with its topological and van der Waals nature,serves as an ideal platform for studying quantum transport in two-dimensional systems,despite the fact that interlayer coupling suppresses the formation of light carriers.In this study,we solvothermally intercalate 1,3-diaminopropane molecules into the interlayer space of 2M-WSe_(2);these molecules effectively adapt to the electronic structure by eliminating interlayer coupling.Simultaneously,slight electron doping via charge transfer results in a small Fermi pocket with an extremely light effective mass,0.04–0.06 me,as revealed by quantum oscillation measurements.This study demonstrates that molecular intercalation is an effective approach for engineering van der Waals topological materials to achieve specific quantum transport properties.
基金supported by the Key R&D Program of Zaozhuang city,China(2024GH12)the Zaozhuang Gathering of Talents Program。
文摘Developing advanced cathode modification strategies to address the inherent high charge density of Al^(3+) is essential for achieving high-energy-density and long-cycle-life rechargeable aluminum batteries(RABs).Herein,we engineer tetraethylammonium(TEA)cation intercalation as a dual-function strategy that concurrently enables interlayer distance enlargement and electrostatic shielding effects,resolving Al^(3+) polarization-induced sluggish kinetics and cathode degradation in RABs.TEA intercalation triggers exceptional V2O5 interlayer expansion from 4.37 to 13.10Å,while the modulated charge distribution generates an electrostatic shielding effect that significantly weakens the Coulombic interactions between Al^(3+) and V2O5 frameworks.This dual mechanism collectively enhances ion diffusion kinetics and suppresses lattice stress accumulation.Ex situ X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy analyses confirm that the“molecular pillar effect”of TEA enables minimal and highly reversible structural deformation of the cathode(<2.0%volume change after 200 cycles),demonstrating zero-strain aluminum-storage behavior.The optimized cathode delivers a high reversible capacity of 258 mAh g^(−1) at 0.5 A g^(−1),maintains 99%capacity retention at 5.0 A g^(−1),and exhibits an ultralow capacity decay rate of 0.01%per cycle over 6000 cycles.This work opens new pathways for designing stable high-performance RAB cathodes through synergistic modulation of electronic and lattice structures.
基金supported by the Strategic Priority Research Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences(Grant No.XDB1040300)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52172258)。
文摘As the core determinant of lithium-ion battery performance,electrode materials play a crucial role in defining the battery's capacity,cycling stability,and durability.During charging and discharging,electrode materials undergo complex ion intercalation and deintercalation processes,accompanied by defect formation and structural evolution.However,the microscopic mechanisms underlying processes such as cation disordering,lattice oxygen loss,and stage structure formation are still not fully understood.To address these challenges,we have developed the Electrode Dynamic Ion Intercalation/Deintercalation Simulator(EDIS),a software platform designed to simulate the dynamic processes of ion intercalation and deintercalation in electrode materials.Leveraging high-precision machine learning potentials,EDIS can efficiently model structural evolution and lithium-ion diffusion behavior under various states of charge and discharge,achieving accuracy approaching that of quantum mechanical methods in relevant chemical spaces.The software supports quantitative analysis of how variations in lithium-ion concentration and distribution affect lithium-ion transport properties,enables evaluation of the impact of structural defects,and allows for tracking of both structural evolution and transport characteristics during continuous cycling.EDIS is versatile and can be extended to sodium-ion batteries and related systems.By enabling in-depth analysis of these microscopic processes,EDIS provides a robust theoretical tool for mechanistic studies and the rational design of high-performance electrode materials for next-generation lithium-ion batteries.
基金financial support from Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(2020B1515420001and 2023B1515040027)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,Sun Yat-sen University(23yxqntd002)the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of CPSF(GZC20242066)。
文摘Dual-carbon batteries(DCBs)have emerged as an appealing candidate for large-scale energy storage,yet the common trade-off between active sites and electronic conduction in carbon materials engenders a main challenge towards efficient DCBs.Here,we introduce a heteroatom-doped sp^(3) /sp^(2) hybridized carbon fiber membrane(cPAN-Gr)as a universal binder-free active electrode that effectively overcomes this trade-off,enabling efficient Li-ion intercalation chemistry for advanced DCBs.By strategically tuning the sp^(3) and sp^(2) carbon hybridization,the interlayer interaction,geometric and electronic structures of c PANGr are simultaneously optimized,which facilitates rapid Li-ion adsorption,smooth interlayer transport,and efficient electron transport by maximizing the synergy between sp^(2) -and sp^(3) -hybridized carbon.This,coupled with a 3D porous network structure,endows the c PAN-Gr with superior Li-ion storage capability and fast reaction kinetics.Therefore,the c PAN-Gr electrode delivers a high reversible capacity of 345 m A h g^(-1),excellent rate capability(50 C),and an ultralong cycle life over 10,000 cycles,outperforming other reported carbon-based electrodes.Moreover,the constructed DCB exhibits a large specific capacity of 135 m A h g^(-1),long-term cyclability over 500 cycles,and a remarkable energy density of 524.4 Wh kg^(-1).The c PAN-Gr electrode can also be expanded to construct a LiFePO_(4)//cPAN-Gr full battery.Combined theoretical and experimental studies reveal the crucial role of an optimized sp^(3) /sp^(2) ratio(79%)with topological defects and pyridine/pyrrolic N sites on the performance enhancement.This work offers new insights into the design of advanced carbon materials for DCBs and beyond.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.32371284)the Open Fund of the State Key Laboratory of Optoelectronic Materials and Technologies,Sun Yatsen University(Grant No.OEMT-2024-ZTS-04)support from the Physical Research Platform in the School of Physics,Sun Yatsen University(Grant No.PRPSP,SYSU).
文摘DNA imaging and visualization techniques are crucial in biological experiments and have also emerged as a powerful method for single-molecule studies.Traditional intercalating dyes(e.g.,SYTOX,EtBr,GelRed)can stain DNA but may alter its structure and mechanical properties,and cause photocleavage.Recently,a novel fluorescent DNA-binding protein(FP-DBP)was introduced,which can stain DNA without sequence preference and without inducing photocleavage.In this study,using a custom-built magnetic tweezers system,we performed DNA stretching,twisting and unzipping experiments to compare the mechanical properties of DNA with and without two kinds of intercalating dyes(SYTOX Orange and GelRed)and mCherry FP-DBP.Our results show that mCherry FP-DBP does not affect DNA structure or mechanics,unlike SYTOX Orange and GelRed,making FP-DBP a promising tool for DNA visualization in single-molecule experiments.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.W2412060,22325902 and 52171215)the State Key Laboratory of Clean Energy Utilization(Open Fund Project No.ZJUCEU2023002)。
文摘Sodium-ion batteries(SIBs)have attracted significant attention in large-scale energy storage system because of their abundant sodium resource and cost-effectiveness.Layered oxide materials are particularly promising as SIBs cathodes due to their high theoretical capacities and facile synthesis.However,their practical applications are hindered by the limitations in energy density and cycling stability.The comprehensive understanding of failure mechanisms within bulk structure and at the cathode/electrolyte interface of cathodes is still lacking.In this review,the issues related to bulk phase degradation and surface degradation,such as irreversible phase transitions,cation migration,transition metal dissolution,air/moisture instability,intergranular cracking,interfacial reactions,and reactive oxygen loss,are discussed.The latest advances and strategies to improve the stability of layered oxide cathodes and full cells are provided,as well as our perspectives on the future development of SIBs.
基金the financial support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22178307)China Southern Power Grid(Grant Nos.0470002022030103HX00002-01).
文摘The poor electronic conductivity of metal-organic framework(MOF)materials hinders their direct application in the field of electrocatalysis in fuel cells.Herein,we proposed a strategy of embedding carbon nanotubes(CNTs)during the growth process of MOF crystals,synthesizing a metalloporphyrin-based MOF catalyst TCPPCo-MOF-CNT with a unique CNT-intercalated MOF structure.Physical characterization revealed that the CNTs enhance the overall conductivity while retaining the original characteristics of the MOF and metalloporphyrin.Simultaneously,the insertion of CNTs generated adequate mesopores and created a hierarchical porous structure that enhances mass transfer efficiency.X-ray photoelectron spectroscopic analysis confirmed that the C atom in CNT changed the electron cloud density on the catalytic active center Co,optimizing the electronic structure.Consequently,the E_(1/2) of the TCPPCo-MOF-CNT catalyst under neutral conditions reached 0.77 V(vs.RHE),outperforming the catalyst without CNTs.When the TCPPCo-MOF-CNT was employed as the cathode catalyst in assembling microbial fuel cells(MFCs)with Nafion-117 as the proton exchange membrane,the maxi-mum power density of MFCs reached approximately 500 mW·m^(-2).
文摘V_(2)O_(5)·nH_(2)O has been widely studied for aqueous zinc-ion batteries.The intercalation of inorganic ions has been used as a feasible method to improve the capacity of vanadium pentoxide.To further improve the stability,organic small molecule choline chloride intercalation is used to expand the spacing of the vanadium pentoxide layers and increase the cycling stability.Therefore,we consider the introduction of Sr^(2+)to cointercalate with choline chloride.Here,we synthes-ized vanadium pentoxide cointercalated with Sr^(2+)and choline ions(Ch^(+))via a simple hydrothermal method.The electro-chemical performance shows an enhanced cathode capacitance contribution of Sr&Ch-V_(2)O_(5),with a discharge capacity of 526 mAh·g^(-1)at 0.1 A·g^(-1)and a retention rate of 78.9%after 2000 cycles at 5 A·g^(-1).This work offers a novel strategy for the design of organic‒inorganic hybrid materials for use as cathodes in aqueous zinc-ion batteries.
文摘Intercalation catalysis research involves inserting metal ions,molecules,or ionic liquids into the layered structure of catalysts to adjust their electronic structure and surface properties,thereby optimizing catalytic reaction efficiency and selectivity[1–3].This technique has achieved significant progress in areas such as electrocatalysis,catalytic cracking,and energy conversion,especially in reactions like hydrogen generation,oxygen reduction,nitrogen reduction,and carbon dioxide reduction[4–6].Intercalation catalysis can enhance catalyst activity and selectivity,but challenges remain regarding stability,reusability,and industrial application.Future research will focus on developing new intercalation materials,optimizing catalyst design,and exploring their potential applications in complex environments[7].
基金supported by the Basic Science Research Program through the National Research Foundation of Korea(NRF)funded by the Ministry of Education(NRF-2020R1A6A1A03043435 and NRF-2021R1A2C1008798).
文摘Two-dimensional MXenes are renowned for their remarkable electrical conductivity and electrochemical activity making them highly promising for electrode applications.However,the restacking of MXene nanosheets impairs their functionality by reducing active sites and obstructing ionic transport.This study presents a facile synthesis approach for nickel-intercalated MXene,designed to enhance surface reactivity,avoid restacking,and achieve improved electrochemical performance.Electrochemical studies revealed that the nickel-MXene hybrid showed better cycling stability,retaining 83.7%of its capacity after 10000 cycles and attaining an energy density of 26 Wh kg^(-1) at a power density of 1872Wkg^(-1).It also exhibited overpotentials of 109 and 482 mV at 10 and 100 mA cm^(-2),respectively,in the hydrogen evolution reaction.To predict the structural and electrical alterations caused by nickel inclusion,as well as to understand the intercalation mechanism,spin-polarized density functional theory calculations were carried out.The theoretical results showed an improved carrier concentration for nickel-MXene.Nickel-MXene possessed superior electronic characteristics and surplus active sites with hexagonal closed-packed(hcp)edge sites,which enhanced electrochemical properties.Our results demonstrate that nickel intercalation prevents the restacking of MXene but also significantly improves their electrochemical characteristics,making them ideal for energy storage and catalytic applications.
