Application of supported palladium towards the electrocatalytic oxidation of low molecular weight alcohol (methanol)

Abstract: In present scenario, direct methanol fuel cell (DMFC) becoming more familiar and promising fuel cell due to its straightforward configuration system & weight and elevated power generation efficiency. This thesis focuses on metal nanoparticles based nanocomposite which is prepared by using in situ polymerization and composite formation (IPCF) technique and used for fuel cell application. The MNP-CP composite system was deposited on WE by drop and dry method. The integration of various nanomaterials is described, in order to understand the effect of different surface modifications and morphologies of various materials for electrooxidation of low molecular weight alcohols (C1-C4). In this work, IPCF approaches are the promising methods to fabricate the key building blocks of nanocomposites system for fundamental research. The entire work of the thesis contributes in the field of fuel cell by exploring the applicability’s of conductive polymer (CP) and metallic nanoparticles (MNPs) based nanocomposite systems. In general, potentiometric and amperometric electrochemical approach were employed to model the electrochemical performance of the CP-MNP. The CP-MNP composite were used to modify the working electrode (WE) i.e. glassy carbon electrodes (GCE). The intimate contact between CP and MNP in nanocomposites system were characterize by optical microscopic techniques such as transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), ultra-violet visible (UV) spectrophotometer, X-ray diffraction (XRD) pattern, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and photoluminescence (PL)...Ph.D. (Chemistry

Deep Eutectic Solvents toward the Detection and Extraction of Neurotransmitters: An Emerging Paradigm for Biomedical Applications

Neurotransmitters (NTs), the chemical messengers crucial for the proper functioning of the human brain, have some specific concentration within the human physiological system. Any fluctuations in their concentration may cause several neuronal diseases and disorders. Therefore, the requirement for fast and effective diagnosis to regulate and manage human cerebral diseases or conditions is surging swiftly. NTs can be extracted from natural products. The researchers have developed new protocols to improve the sensors’ sensing ability and eco-friendly nature. Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) have gained popularity as “green solvents” in sustainable chemistry. DESs provide a greater range of a potential window that helps in the enhanced electrocatalytic performance of the sensor and more inertness which helps in the corrosion protection of electrodes, ultimately giving better sensitivity and durability to the system. In addition, DESs provide facile electrodeposition of different materials on working electrodes, which is a prime prerequisite in electrocatalytic sensors. Here, in this review, the application of DESs as green solvents in detecting and extracting NTs is described in detail for the first time. We cover the available online articles up to December 2022 for the extraction and monitoring of NTs. Finally, we have concluded the topic with future prospects in this field

Graphitic carbon nitride doped copper–manganese alloy as high–performance electrode material in supercapacitor for energy storage

Here, we report the synthesis of copper–manganese alloy (CuMnO2) using graphitic carbon nitride (gCN) as a novel support material. The successful formation of CuMnO2-gCN was confirmed through spectroscopic, optical, and other characterization techniques. We have applied this catalyst as the energy storage material in the alkaline media and it has shown good catalytic behavior in supercapacitor applications. The CuMnO2-gCN demonstrates outstanding electrocapacitive performance, having high capacitance (817.85 A·g−1) and well-cycling stability (1000 cycles) when used as a working electrode material for supercapacitor applications. For comparison, we have also used the gCN and Cu2O-gCN for supercapacitor applications. This study proposes a simple path for the extensive construction of self-attaining double metal alloy with control size and uniformity in high-performance energy-storing material

Carbon-based polymer nanocomposite for high-performance energy storage applications

In recent years, numerous discoveries and investigations have been remarked for the development of carbon-based polymer nanocomposites. Carbon-based materials and their composites hold encouraging employment in a broad array of fields, for example, energy storage devices, fuel cells, membranes sensors, actuators, and electromagnetic shielding. Carbon and its derivatives exhibit some remarkable features such as high conductivity, high surface area, excellent chemical endurance, and good mechanical durability. On the other hand, characteristics such as docility, lower price, and high environmental resistance are some of the unique properties of conducting polymers (CPs). To enhance the properties and performance, polymeric electrode materials can be modified suitably by metal oxides and carbon materials resulting in a composite that helps in the collection and accumulation of charges due to large surface area. The carbon-polymer nanocomposites assist in overcoming the difficulties arising in achieving the high performance of polymeric compounds and deliver high-performance composites that can be used in electrochemical energy storage devices. Carbon-based polymer nanocomposites have both advantages and disadvantages, so in this review, attempts are made to understand their synergistic behavior and resulting performance. The three electrochemical energy storage systems and the type of electrode materials used for them have been studied here in this article and some aspects for example morphology, exterior area, temperature, and approaches have been observed to influence the activity of electrochemical methods. This review article evaluates and compiles reported data to present a significant and extensive summary of the state of the art

Covalent–Organic Framework-Based Materials in Theranostic Applications: Insights into Their Advantages and Challenges

Nanomedicine has been essential in bioimaging and cancer therapy in recent years. Nanoscale covalent–organic frameworks (COFs) have been growing as an adequate classification of biomedical nanomaterials with practical application prospects because of their increased porosity, functionality, and biocompatibility. The high sponginess of COFs enables the incorporation of distinct imaging and therapeutic mechanisms with a better loading efficiency. Nevertheless, preliminary biocompatibility limits their possibility for clinical translation. Thus, cutting-edge nanomaterials with high biocompatibility and improved therapeutic efficiency are highly expected to fast-track the clinical translation of nanomedicines. The inherent effects of nanoscale COFs, such as proper size, modular pore geometry and porosity, and specific postsynthetic transformation through simple organic changes, make them particularly appealing for prospective nanomedicines. The organic building blocks of COFs may also be postmodified for particular binding to biomarkers. The exceptional features of COFs cause them to be an encouraging nanocarrier for bioimaging and therapeutic applications. In this review, we have systematically discussed the advances of COFs in the field of theranostics by providing essential features of COFs along with their synthetic methods. Further, the applications of COFs in the field of theranostics (such as drug delivery systems, photothermal, and photodynamic therapy) are discussed in detail with the help of available literature to date. Furthermore, the advantages of COFs over other materials for therapeutics and drug delivery are discussed. Finally, the review concludes with potential future COF applications in the theranostic field