Self-assembly and adhesive properties of Pollicipes pollicipes barnacle cement protein cp19k: influence of pH and ionic strength

• Shrutika Sawant,
• Anne Marie Power and
• J. Gerard Wall

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1863–1872, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.129

• potential to form amyloid-like fibrillar aggregates, a structural motif increasingly implicated in barnacle adhesion [33][34]. Amyloid fibres are characterised by their β-sheet-rich architecture and have been linked to increased cohesive strength and durability in marine adhesives [35][36]. In the present

Current status of using adsorbent nanomaterials for removing microplastics from water supply systems: a mini review

• Nguyen Thi Nhan and
• Tran Le Luu

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1837–1850, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.127

• become an indispensable part of modern society because of their distinct characteristics, such as low production cost, significant durability, and high flexibility. Global plastic production has risen dramatically over the past decades, reaching approximately 288 million tonnes annually, and it is

• economy in the long term. Nanomaterials with characteristics such as environmental durability and reusability should be considered to improve overall effectiveness. Many recent studies are focusing on porous and hybrid nanomaterials to enhance the efficiency and selectivity of MP removal in water

Piezoelectricity of layered double hydroxides: perspectives regarding piezocatalysis and nanogenerators

• Evgeniy S. Seliverstov,
• Evgeniya A. Tarasenko and
• Olga E. Lebedeva

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1812–1817, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.124

• stability, reproducibility of synthesis (phase purity, secondary phases, and role of interlayer anions), and durability under repeated operation are critical. From this perspective, several steps could strengthen the further subject studies: (1) reporting standardized, direct piezoelectric measurements (d33

Prospects of nanotechnology and natural products for cancer and immunotherapy

• Jan Filipe Andrade Santos,
• Marcela Bernardes Brasileiro,
• Pamela Danielle Cavalcante Barreto,
• Ligiane Aranha Rocha and
• José Adão Carvalho Nascimento Júnior

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1644–1667, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.116

• , durability, and innate immune responses [149][150]. In addition, gold nanoparticles lead to more selective oncological treatments with biocompatibility and low toxicity and their use in association with natural products is promising [151][152]. The patent KR20220169108 (2022) claims that gold nanoparticles

Nanotechnology-based approaches for the removal of microplastics from wastewater: a comprehensive review

• Nayanathara O Sanjeev,
• Manjunath Singanodi Vallabha and
• Rebekah Rubidha Lisha Rabi

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1607–1632, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.114

• synthesis and characterisation techniques have enabled the detection of materials at the nanoscale, unlocking new opportunities across various streams. In the field of water treatment, nanotechnology is gaining wide attention due to its enhanced efficiency, effectiveness, affordability, and durability. The

• recognized for enhancing efficiency, affordability, effectiveness, and durability. These benefits stem from unique properties such as high specific surface area, increased reactivity, extensive functionalization, and size-dependent behaviour. By leveraging these characteristics, water treatment processes can

• associated modules. The efficiency of a membrane system is primarily governed by the material used in its construction. Enhancing membranes with functional nanomaterials provides a promising path to boost permeability, reduce fouling, and increase both mechanical and thermal durability, while also enabling

Bioinspired polypropylene-based functionally graded materials and metamaterials modeling the mistletoe–host interface

• Lina M. Rojas González,
• Naeim Ghavidelnia,
• Christoph Eberl and
• Max D. Mylo

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1592–1606, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.113

• introduction of a V-shaped interface instead of rectilinear interfaces in graded materials showed a noticeable improvement in the mechanical properties of the FGM, highlighting the importance of the graded interface structuring of mistletoe and host for their durability. Naturalistic FE simulations should be

Photocatalytic degradation of ofloxacin in water assisted by TiO₂ nanowires on carbon cloth: contributions of H₂O₂ addition and substrate absorbability

• Iram Hussain,
• Lisha Zhang,
• Zhizhen Ye and
• Jin-Ming Wu

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1567–1579, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.111

• activity for OFL removal and materials durability The photocatalytic activities of the carbon cloth-supported TiO2 nanowires (CC/NW-450 °C) were assessed by monitoring the degradation of various concentrations of OFL aqueous solutions under UV light radiation, as shown in Figure 5a. The corresponding

Transient electronics for sustainability: Emerging technologies and future directions

• Jae-Young Bae,
• Myung-Kyun Choi and
• Seung-Kyun Kang

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1545–1556, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.109

• subsequently degrading harmlessly within the body. Collectively, these trends reflect a transition in materials science from an emphasis on durability to a growing emphasis on controllable disappearance tailored to specific clinical needs. Concurrently, the rapid advancement of soft and stretchable thin-film

Nanomaterials for biomedical applications

• Iqra Zainab,
• Zohra Naseem,
• Syeda Rubab Batool,
• Filippo Pierini,
• Seda Kizilel and
• Muhammad Anwaar Nazeer

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1499–1503, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.105

• recent years, the scientific community has started focusing on what nanocomposites potentially offer. Binding nanoparticles along with biomaterials enhances their strength, flexibility, and durability. For example, adding hydroxyapatite nanoparticles to a polymer can improve bone compatibility, making it

• . Traditional implants face various problems, such as poor biocompatibility, inflammatory response, or the risk of infection. However, with the integration of nanomaterials, these devices show higher biocompatibility, durability, and defenses against bacteria [36]. For example, incorporating titanium dioxide or

Laser processing in liquids: insights into nanocolloid generation and thin film integration for energy, photonic, and sensing applications

• Akshana Parameswaran Sreekala,
• Pooja Raveendran Nair,
• Jithin Kundalam Kadavath,
• Bindu Krishnan,
• David Avellaneda Avellaneda,
• M. R. Anantharaman and
• Sadasivan Shaji

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1428–1498, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.104

Parylene-coated platinum nanowire electrodes for biomolecular sensing applications

• Chao Liu,
• Peker Milas,
• Michael G. Spencer and
• Birol Ozturk

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1392–1400, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.101

• . Additionally, surface modification can improve the stability and durability of the electrode, further enhancing its applicability. Conclusion This study presents a method for fabricating nano-scale electrodes with platinum nanowire tip lengths as small as 1.2 µm, and diameters down to 120 nm. This size

Enhancing the photoelectrochemical performance of BiOI-derived BiVO₄ films by controlled-intensity current electrodeposition

• Huu Phuc Dang,
• Khanh Quang Nguyen,
• Nguyen Thi Mai Tho and
• Tran Le

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1289–1301, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.94

• electrolyte (Figure 6c). The photocurrent density initially peaked at approximately 1.6 mA·cm−2 and stabilized quickly at ≈1.2 mA·cm−2, maintaining this value consistently for 600 min (10 h) of operation. This stable behavior demonstrates the excellent PEC durability of the BiVO4(326) photoanode and confirms

Soft materials nanoarchitectonics: liquid crystals, polymers, gels, biomaterials, and others

• Katsuhiko Ariga

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 1025–1067, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.77

Time-resolved probing of laser-induced nanostructuring processes in liquids

• Maximilian Spellauge,
• David Redka,
• Mianzhen Mo,
• Changyong Song,
• Heinz Paul Huber and
• Anton Plech

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 968–1002, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.74

Synthesis of biowaste-derived carbon-dot-mediated silver nanoparticles and the evaluation of electrochemical properties for supercapacitor electrodes

• Navya Kumari Tenkayala,
• Chandan Kumar Maity,
• Md Moniruzzaman and
• Subramani Devaraju

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 933–943, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.71

• in electrochemical energy storage applications given their exceptional chemical durability, high electronic conductivity, and surface chemical characteristics. Due to these characteristics, AgNPs possess the capacity to function as the electrode material for supercapacitors. Numerous reports have

Facile one-step radio frequency magnetron sputtering of Ni/NiO on stainless steel for an efficient electrode for hydrogen evolution reaction

• Ha Huu Do,
• Khac Binh Nguyen,
• Phuong N. Nguyen and
• Hoai Phuong Pham

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 837–846, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.63

• efficiency. The evaluation of catalytic activities revealed that the optimal sample of Ni/NiO/SS-10 displayed a higher HER performance than bare SS. To produce H2 at a current density of 10 mA·cm−2, this electrode required a low overpotential of 184 mV and demonstrated remarkable durability over 12 h of

• energy of hydrogen/water adsorption. Also, inexpensiveness and high durability are positive aspects regarding large-scale applications. For instance, Oshchepkov and coworkers revealed that the efficacy of NiO in cleaving H–OH bonds accelerated the formation of hydrogen on a Ni metal catalyst [17]. Yan

• route with various O2 flow rates, including 5, 10, 15, and 20 sccm. The electrode showed a higher HER efficacy than SS and Ni/SS, indicating the crucial role of NiO in water splitting. Moreover, the optimal sample Ni/NiO/SS-10 exhibited remarkable durability after 12 h of operation, suggesting great

Polyurethane/silk fibroin-based electrospun membranes for wound healing and skin substitute applications

• Iqra Zainab,
• Zohra Naseem,
• Syeda Rubab Batool,
• Muhammad Waqas,
• Ahsan Nazir and
• Muhammad Anwaar Nazeer

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 591–612, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.46

• capability of SF increased hydration and moisture-holding ability [108]. The physical durability of SF supports the strength of wound dressing, inhibits disruption of the wound bed, and allows for adaptation to size and form of a wound [104]. The inherent bioactive properties of SF, which also stimulate cell

Synthetic-polymer-assisted antisense oligonucleotide delivery: targeted approaches for precision disease treatment

• Ana Cubillo Alvarez,
• Dylan Maguire and
• Ruairí P. Brannigan

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 435–463, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.34

Pulsed laser in liquid grafting of gold nanoparticle–carbon support composites

• Madeleine K. Wilsey,
• Teona Taseska,
• Qishen Lyu,
• Connor P. Cox and
• Astrid M. Müller

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 349–361, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.26

• unattached catalyst material, which is especially problematic with precious catalysts. Overall, separate nanoparticle synthesis–attachment produces composites with adhesion, durability, electrical contact, and concomitant energy efficiency issues. Here, we report a new one-step pulsed laser grafting process

• , electrolyte (Figure 6). Gas chromatography (GC) was used to identify products. In mildly alkaline electrolytes, as used here, gold-catalyzed aqueous bicarbonate reduction to hydrogen has been reported [66][67]. Our electrocatalysis testing revealed increased durability and electrochemical performance of

• between gold nanoparticles and the carbon support. In addition to the exceptional electrical contact, these composites have enhanced durability and electrochemical performance, surpassing conventionally prepared electrodes, showcasing a 1.65 times higher mass activity and exceptional stability in aqueous

Emerging strategies in the sustainable removal of antibiotics using semiconductor-based photocatalysts

• Yunus Ahmed,
• Keya Rani Dutta,
• Parul Akhtar,
• Md. Arif Hossen,
• Md. Jahangir Alam,
• Obaid A. Alharbi,
• Hamad AlMohamadi and
• Abdul Wahab Mohammad

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2025, 16, 264–285, doi:10.3762/bjnano.16.21

• wastewater treatment. Titanium dioxide-based materials TiO2 is the most commonly used photocatalyst for antibiotic removal owing to its unique features. In nanostructured forms, this substance exhibits outstanding physical and chemical durability, a high ratio of surface area to volume, adjustable electronic

• recombination rates, and the generated oxygen vacancies, ultimately enhancing catalytic efficiency in visible light or solar-simulated light. The durability of the modified TiO2 relied on the number of electrons in the dopants and their ionic size. Although researchers have significantly improved the catalytic

Hymenoptera and biomimetic surfaces: insights and innovations

• Vinicius Marques Lopez,
• Carlo Polidori and
• Rhainer Guillermo Ferreira

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2024, 15, 1333–1352, doi:10.3762/bjnano.15.107

• and durability. For instance, low-friction coatings inspired by Hymenoptera cuticles can be applied to materials to reduce wear and tear, thereby enhancing performance, and extending the lifespan of the material. Surface roughness can have beneficial effects on the overall aerodynamic characteristics

• combined with resilient fibrous helical structures enhance energy absorption and improve stress redistribution, providing additional protection against damage caused by impact loads [68]. Such adaptations not only facilitate efficient prey capture but contribute to the overall durability of the mandibles

• development of wings for exploration and rescue drones, modeled after the scoliid wasps’ wings, offering high maneuverability, durability, and efficiency in flight and underground across varied terrains. Similarly, Vespidae with elongated bodies possess pointed wings for enhanced maneuverability, while

Unveiling the potential of alginate-based nanomaterials in sensing technology and smart delivery applications

• Shakhzodjon Uzokboev,
• Khojimukhammad Akhmadbekov,
• Ra’no Nuritdinova,
• Salah M. Tawfik and
• Yong-Ill Lee

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2024, 15, 1077–1104, doi:10.3762/bjnano.15.88

• alginate and other polymers are readily available and affordable materials. The combination of alginate and other polymers in nanoparticles results in increased cross-linkage, leading to a denser structure [70]. This denser structure enhances the stability and durability of the nanoparticles, making them

• nanoparticles offer excellent stability and durability, which is essential for long-term sensing applications [72]. Furthermore, these nanoparticles can encapsulate and protect sensitive sensing elements, such as enzymes or receptors, enhancing their stability and preserving their activity over extended periods

Interface properties of nanostructured carbon-coated biological implants: an overview

• Mattia Bartoli,
• Francesca Cardano,
• Erik Piatti,
• Stefania Lettieri,
• Andrea Fin and
• Alberto Tagliaferro

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2024, 15, 1041–1053, doi:10.3762/bjnano.15.85

• because of the efforts required for achieving a homogenous dispersion in an inorganic–organic matrix [22][23][24]. In this short review, we are discussing nanostructured and nanosized carbon-based materials used to improve the durability and physicochemical properties of biological implants as summarized

• potential influenced the mechanical characteristics, suggesting a better interaction with the surrounding tissues. Jozwik et al. [147] also reported the long durability of ND coatings in heart implants without any appreciable decrement of performance. Furthermore, ND layers can be easily integrated with

Effects of cutting tool geometry on material removal of a gradient nanograined CoCrNi medium entropy alloy

• Yu-Sheng Lu,
• Yu-Xuan Hung,
• Thi-Xuyen Bui and
• Te-Hua Fang

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2024, 15, 925–940, doi:10.3762/bjnano.15.76

• chip thickness has the lowest average resultant force, consistent with the results of the surface morphology analysis in Figure 2. The subsurface quality of the workpiece significantly affects accuracy and durability in the machining process. To investigate the deformation mechanism of the subsurface

Intermixing of MoS₂ and WS₂ photocatalysts toward methylene blue photodegradation

• Maryam Al Qaydi,
• Nitul S. Rajput,
• Michael Lejeune,
• Abdellatif Bouchalkha,
• Mimoun El Marssi,
• Steevy Cordette,
• Chaouki Kasmi and
• Mustapha Jouiad

Beilstein J. Nanotechnol. 2024, 15, 817–829, doi:10.3762/bjnano.15.68

• optimizing their functionalities to design novel materials and devices with improved PD stability and durability [8][9][10]. Recently, researchers have investigated the use of MoS2 as a photocatalyst for the degradation of MB. They demonstrated that the MoS2–GO compound exhibited interesting PD performances