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🎉 We’re excited to announce the inaugural Early Career Advisory Board for RSC Applied Interfaces!
See the full lineup of this new Board on our website: www.rsc.org/publishing/j...
🌟 Stay tuned—new member introductions coming soon!
See the full lineup of this new Board on our website: www.rsc.org/publishing/j...
🌟 Stay tuned—new member introductions coming soon!
🎉 Hear from our RSC Applied Interfaces authors! Check out our latest author video 📺 where R. Yamuna and Anakha D. R. (Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham) discuss their high-efficiency CuO-CB6/Co–Al LDH nanocomposite electrode material for supercapacitor applications:
RSC Applied Interfaces – hear from our authors: R. Yamuna and Anakha D. R.
Hear our RSC Applied Interfaces authors talk about their article entitled 'High-efficiency CuO-CB6/Co–Al LDH nanocomposite electrode for next-generation energy storage'.
Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1039/D4LF00417E and find out more about the journal on our webpage rsc.li/RSCApplI
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November 24, 2025 at 10:45 AM
🎉 Hear from our RSC Applied Interfaces authors! Check out our latest author video 📺 where R. Yamuna and Anakha D. R. (Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham) discuss their high-efficiency CuO-CB6/Co–Al LDH nanocomposite electrode material for supercapacitor applications:
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We're now accepting nominations for the 2026 Polymer Chemistry Lectureship!
This award celebrates an early-career scientist making waves in the polymer field.
Learn more about the lectureship, including eligibility criteria and how to nominate, on our blog 👉 blogs.rsc.org/py/2025/10/2...
This award celebrates an early-career scientist making waves in the polymer field.
Learn more about the lectureship, including eligibility criteria and how to nominate, on our blog 👉 blogs.rsc.org/py/2025/10/2...
October 21, 2025 at 1:39 PM
We're now accepting nominations for the 2026 Polymer Chemistry Lectureship!
This award celebrates an early-career scientist making waves in the polymer field.
Learn more about the lectureship, including eligibility criteria and how to nominate, on our blog 👉 blogs.rsc.org/py/2025/10/2...
This award celebrates an early-career scientist making waves in the polymer field.
Learn more about the lectureship, including eligibility criteria and how to nominate, on our blog 👉 blogs.rsc.org/py/2025/10/2...
Introducing four of our RSC Applied Interfaces Early Career Advisory Board members, Stefano Luigi Oscurato (University of Naples Federico II), Artiom Skripka (@oregonstate.edu), Hyojung Kim (Sejong University) and Jess Wade (@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social). Read our blog: blogs.rsc.org/lf/202...
November 4, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Introducing four of our RSC Applied Interfaces Early Career Advisory Board members, Stefano Luigi Oscurato (University of Naples Federico II), Artiom Skripka (@oregonstate.edu), Hyojung Kim (Sejong University) and Jess Wade (@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social). Read our blog: blogs.rsc.org/lf/202...
🎉 RSC Applied Interfaces is now indexed in the Web of Science Emerging Sources Citation Index! Discover our articles on applied interfacial research in the database 🌟
November 3, 2025 at 10:00 AM
🎉 RSC Applied Interfaces is now indexed in the Web of Science Emerging Sources Citation Index! Discover our articles on applied interfacial research in the database 🌟
🎉 RSC Applied Polymers is now indexed in the Web of Science Emerging Sources Citation Index! Discover our articles on applied polymer science research in the database 🌟
October 31, 2025 at 10:00 AM
🎉 RSC Applied Polymers is now indexed in the Web of Science Emerging Sources Citation Index! Discover our articles on applied polymer science research in the database 🌟
🎉 Hear from our RSC Applied Interfaces authors! Check out our latest author video 📺 where Eswaraiah Varrla discusses their high-yield liquid phase exfoliation (LPE) process for hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) nanosheets with natural stabilizers:
RSC Applied Interfaces – hear from our authors: Eswaraiah Varrla
Hear our RSC Applied Interfaces author talk about their article entitled 'Sustainable high-yield h-BN nanosheet production by liquid exfoliation for thermal interface materials'.
Read the full article here: https://doi.org/10.1039/D4LF00338A and find out more about the journal on our webpage rsc.li
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October 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
🎉 Hear from our RSC Applied Interfaces authors! Check out our latest author video 📺 where Eswaraiah Varrla discusses their high-yield liquid phase exfoliation (LPE) process for hexagonal boron nitride (h-BN) nanosheets with natural stabilizers:
Explore how @labgibson.bsky.social have used macromolecular cryoprotectants to reduce intracellular ice formation and cryopreserve THP-1 monocytes with improved recovery and cell differentiation post-thaw, in this RSC Applied Polymers article in our Advisory Board collection:
Cryopreservation and post-thaw differentiation of monocytes enabled by macromolecular cryoprotectants which restrict intracellular ice formation
THP-1 is a monocytic cell line which can differentiate into macrophage and dendritic cells, widely used in immunology. Immune cells are particularly sensitive to cryopreservation, leading to low recovery and/or reduced differentiation capacity compared to non-frozen cells. Current cryopreservation protocols
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October 22, 2025 at 12:20 PM
Explore how @labgibson.bsky.social have used macromolecular cryoprotectants to reduce intracellular ice formation and cryopreserve THP-1 monocytes with improved recovery and cell differentiation post-thaw, in this RSC Applied Polymers article in our Advisory Board collection:
Read about a single-ion conductive composite system capable of stable ion transport under high-temperature conditions, in this article from RSC Applied Polymers Advisory Board member Panchao Yin (South China University of Technology):
Metal oxide cluster-integrated polymer networks for robust solid-state single-ion conduction at high temperatures
Ion conduction at high temperatures is critical for the improvement of working efficiency and stability of energy-conversion and -storage devices. Ceramics and highly rigid polymers are generally applied for achieving this; however, their poor processability and mechanical properties hinder their extensive a
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October 20, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Read about a single-ion conductive composite system capable of stable ion transport under high-temperature conditions, in this article from RSC Applied Polymers Advisory Board member Panchao Yin (South China University of Technology):
Don't miss out on this exciting work from our RSC Applied Polymers Advisory Board member Junpeng Wang (University of Akron). They report an autonomous damage-reporting system based on a mechanochemically responsive polymer network incorporating a π-extended mechanophore:
Harnessing mechanochemical fluorescence toward autonomous damage-reporting coatings
Protective coatings are essential for shielding engineering materials from environmental and mechanical damage. A significant endeavor in this regard is detecting the damage in coatings and implementing necessary repairs. However, conventional detection methods often require specialized equipment and experti
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October 17, 2025 at 8:22 AM
Don't miss out on this exciting work from our RSC Applied Polymers Advisory Board member Junpeng Wang (University of Akron). They report an autonomous damage-reporting system based on a mechanochemically responsive polymer network incorporating a π-extended mechanophore:
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Come join our four excellent speakers at our upcoming webinar on the physics of nanomaterials! Register here: rsc.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 16, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Come join our four excellent speakers at our upcoming webinar on the physics of nanomaterials! Register here: rsc.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Check out this article from our RSC Applied Polymers Advisory Board member Emiliano Bilotti (@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social) on employing various modified nanocellulose to improve biopolymer-based films for high-barrier packaging and coating applications.
High barrier bio-nanocomposite films of ethyl cellulose integrated with modified nanocellulose: effect of nanocellulose's substituted side chains on film performance
Bio-based packaging films with good barrier properties to preserve quality, ensure safety, and extend the shelf-life of food products are in great demand as our society becomes more environmentally conscious. Herein, entirely bio-based nanocomposite films of the ethylcellulose (EC) matrix, reinforced with mo
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October 15, 2025 at 8:08 AM
Check out this article from our RSC Applied Polymers Advisory Board member Emiliano Bilotti (@imperialcollegeldn.bsky.social) on employing various modified nanocellulose to improve biopolymer-based films for high-barrier packaging and coating applications.
Don't miss out on our RSC Applied Interfaces collection that focuses on applications where solid-solid interfaces play a pivotal role in the function of the material! pubs.rsc.org/en/journals/...
October 14, 2025 at 10:25 AM
Don't miss out on our RSC Applied Interfaces collection that focuses on applications where solid-solid interfaces play a pivotal role in the function of the material! pubs.rsc.org/en/journals/...
A simple mix of ionic liquids and SnO2 layers could be the key to tougher, more stable perovskites
Find out more in this RSC Applied Interfaces article from Udit Tiwari et al. 👇
Find out more in this RSC Applied Interfaces article from Udit Tiwari et al. 👇
Ionic liquid-modified perovskite films for enhanced solar cell stability
Halide perovskites have emerged as promising candidates for photovoltaic applications due to their remarkable device efficiencies. Despite this progress, their commercial viability is hindered by structural instability under high temperature and humidity. Here, the stability of mixed-halide perovskites is enhanced
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October 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
A simple mix of ionic liquids and SnO2 layers could be the key to tougher, more stable perovskites
Find out more in this RSC Applied Interfaces article from Udit Tiwari et al. 👇
Find out more in this RSC Applied Interfaces article from Udit Tiwari et al. 👇
📢We are delighted to announce a #OpenCall for papers to the RSC cross-journal themed collection Celebrating 200 Years of Benzene, guest edited by Ben Feringa @feringalab.bsky.social
& Nazario Martin!
Find out more about the collection and how to submit here🔽
www.rsc.org/publishing/j...
& Nazario Martin!
Find out more about the collection and how to submit here🔽
www.rsc.org/publishing/j...
October 10, 2025 at 9:24 AM
📢We are delighted to announce a #OpenCall for papers to the RSC cross-journal themed collection Celebrating 200 Years of Benzene, guest edited by Ben Feringa @feringalab.bsky.social
& Nazario Martin!
Find out more about the collection and how to submit here🔽
www.rsc.org/publishing/j...
& Nazario Martin!
Find out more about the collection and how to submit here🔽
www.rsc.org/publishing/j...
This article sheds light on a novel mechanism for nanopores clogging and presents a solution: a spatially selective antifouling polymer coating that keeps nanopores clean without compromising their performance, allowing for longer, more effective biosensing applications 🔎
Unraveling clogging of solid-state nanopores by selective polymer coating: surface potential measurements and sensing of long single stranded DNA
Solid-state nanopores have emerged as powerful tools for single-molecule analysis, with applications ranging from genomics to diagnostics. However, challenges such as surface interactions and clogging have limited their applicability, and a better characterization of the nanopore wall surfaces and control of the su
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October 8, 2025 at 3:40 PM
This article sheds light on a novel mechanism for nanopores clogging and presents a solution: a spatially selective antifouling polymer coating that keeps nanopores clean without compromising their performance, allowing for longer, more effective biosensing applications 🔎
🎉 Hear from our RSC Applied Interfaces authors! Check out our latest author video 📺 where Simon Kellner discusses their PhD research project on engineering freestanding PGM-free carbon film cathodes using a sustainable polystyrene templating technique: youtu.be/RtkkrysqVgM
RSC Applied Interfaces – hear from our authors: Simon Kellner
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October 8, 2025 at 1:29 PM
🎉 Hear from our RSC Applied Interfaces authors! Check out our latest author video 📺 where Simon Kellner discusses their PhD research project on engineering freestanding PGM-free carbon film cathodes using a sustainable polystyrene templating technique: youtu.be/RtkkrysqVgM
Learn about non-isocyanate polyurethane (NIPU), a polyurethane (PU) substitute that can be made from bio-based materials instead of toxic precursors, in this RSC Applied Interfaces review by Qixin Zhou's group at The University of Akron: doi.org/10.1039/D5LF...
October 6, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Learn about non-isocyanate polyurethane (NIPU), a polyurethane (PU) substitute that can be made from bio-based materials instead of toxic precursors, in this RSC Applied Interfaces review by Qixin Zhou's group at The University of Akron: doi.org/10.1039/D5LF...
Structural design plays a critical role in achieving high-performance electrochemical conversion. Read about an effective catalyst for industrial-scale CO reduction in this RSC Applied Interfaces paper: doi.org/10.1039/D5LF...
Featured in our Catalytic Interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
Featured in our Catalytic Interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
October 3, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Structural design plays a critical role in achieving high-performance electrochemical conversion. Read about an effective catalyst for industrial-scale CO reduction in this RSC Applied Interfaces paper: doi.org/10.1039/D5LF...
Featured in our Catalytic Interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
Featured in our Catalytic Interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
Check out this paper on ultra-strong, planet-friendly material using natural plant-based ingredients! 🌱 Made from bio-derived rutin, the light-cured ionogel is super strong, sticks like a dream and blocks 100% of UVB light. Perfect for next-gen sunscreen coatings!
Optimization of light-curing ionogels by response surface methodology
Because of their unique properties, ionogels are very suitable for wide application in fields such as energy storage devices and wearable devices, but poor mechanical strength limits their practical use. Polyols or compounds containing multiple unsaturated double bonds are typically used as cross-linking age
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October 2, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Check out this paper on ultra-strong, planet-friendly material using natural plant-based ingredients! 🌱 Made from bio-derived rutin, the light-cured ionogel is super strong, sticks like a dream and blocks 100% of UVB light. Perfect for next-gen sunscreen coatings!
Explore how the facet and crystallinity of nickel oxide nanocubes can impact their electrocatalysis performance in this article by @ryanmrichards.bsky.social (@coschoolofmines.bsky.social): doi.org/10.1039/D5LF...
Featured in our catalytic interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
Featured in our catalytic interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
October 1, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Explore how the facet and crystallinity of nickel oxide nanocubes can impact their electrocatalysis performance in this article by @ryanmrichards.bsky.social (@coschoolofmines.bsky.social): doi.org/10.1039/D5LF...
Featured in our catalytic interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
Featured in our catalytic interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
💡 Where are heterojunction photocatalysts headed? Find out in this RSC Applied Interfaces perspective: pubs.rsc.org/en/cont...
Featured in our Catalytic Interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
Featured in our Catalytic Interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
September 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM
💡 Where are heterojunction photocatalysts headed? Find out in this RSC Applied Interfaces perspective: pubs.rsc.org/en/cont...
Featured in our Catalytic Interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
Featured in our Catalytic Interfaces collection: pubs.rsc.org/en/jour...
Sulfurized polyacrylonitrile (SPAN) has emerged as a promising cathode material for addressing the major challenges faced by traditional sulfur cathodes in lithium–sulfur (Li–S) batteries 🔋. Explore recent advancements in this RSC Applied Interfaces review: doi.org/10.1039/D5LF...
September 29, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Sulfurized polyacrylonitrile (SPAN) has emerged as a promising cathode material for addressing the major challenges faced by traditional sulfur cathodes in lithium–sulfur (Li–S) batteries 🔋. Explore recent advancements in this RSC Applied Interfaces review: doi.org/10.1039/D5LF...
Check out this RSC Applied Polymers article from @robbiewoody.bsky.social et al. 👇
Porosity over hydrophobicity: Reusable hypercrosslinked polymers for high-capacity removal of oil from water 💧
Porosity over hydrophobicity: Reusable hypercrosslinked polymers for high-capacity removal of oil from water 💧
Hypercrosslinked polymers for oil adsorption: the influence of porosity and fluorine incorporation
The selective removal of oil and oil-based contaminants from water remains a critical challenge in environmental remediation. Here, we report a series of hypercrosslinked polymers with high surface areas and tuneable chemistries, achieving exceptional adsorption capacities for a variety of organic solvents,
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September 26, 2025 at 9:26 AM
Check out this RSC Applied Polymers article from @robbiewoody.bsky.social et al. 👇
Porosity over hydrophobicity: Reusable hypercrosslinked polymers for high-capacity removal of oil from water 💧
Porosity over hydrophobicity: Reusable hypercrosslinked polymers for high-capacity removal of oil from water 💧
We're delighted to introduce two of our new RSC Applied Interfaces Early Career Advisory Board members to you, Amit Kumar Mandal (@akm84.bsky.social) and Lucien Weiss (@weisslab.bsky.social). Read our blog for more info on these researchers working on biointerfaces: blogs.rsc.org/lf/2025/09/2...
September 25, 2025 at 5:02 PM
We're delighted to introduce two of our new RSC Applied Interfaces Early Career Advisory Board members to you, Amit Kumar Mandal (@akm84.bsky.social) and Lucien Weiss (@weisslab.bsky.social). Read our blog for more info on these researchers working on biointerfaces: blogs.rsc.org/lf/2025/09/2...
🌟Read our new RSC Applied Interfaces collection focussing on catalytic interfaces! Discover how interfaces play a key role in photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and beyond in this curated selection of articles:
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September 25, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🌟Read our new RSC Applied Interfaces collection focussing on catalytic interfaces! Discover how interfaces play a key role in photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and beyond in this curated selection of articles:
pubs.rsc.org/en/journals/...
pubs.rsc.org/en/journals/...