The landscape of material research is undergoing a profound transformation. Smart chemicals, crafted with advanced methods, are emerging as the driving force of this revolution. These compounds possess exceptional properties, enabling them to adapt to their environment in targeted ways. From self-healing materials to diagnostic tools, smart chemica
Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), constructed from metal ions and carboxylate chains, have emerged as a class of highly ordered materials with tunable properties. Nickel, owing to its {redoxreactivity, has proven to be a popular element for MOF synthesis. This review comprehensively summarizes the recent advances in nickel-based MOF synthesis, encom
As technology evolves at an unprecedented pace, the need for materials with exceptional properties becomes increasingly crucial. High-performance carbon nanotube arrays are emerging as a transformative technology with the potential to revolutionize various industries. These meticulously crafted structures, consisting of densely packed nanotubes arr