Advanced Materials
Articles in this Issue
Direct Deep‐UV Second‐Harmonic Generation in Disordered Χ <sup>2</sup> ‐Modulated Ferroelectric Crystals
Abstract The generation of coherent deep‐ultraviolet (DUV) radiation via nonlinear frequency conversion remains a major scientific and technological challenge in...
Revealing the Neglected Role of Passivation Layers of Current Collectors for Solid‐State Anode‐Free Batteries
Abstract Anode‐free sulfide‐based all‐solid‐state lithium metal batteries (ASSLMBs), which eliminate the need for a lithium metal anode during fabrication, offer...
In Situ Electrochemical Oxidation for High‐Energy‐Density Aqueous Batteries: Mechanisms, Materials, and Prospects
Abstract To advance the commercial utilization of aqueous electrochemical devices for grid‐scale energy storage, it is crucial to address the current limitations related to energy de...
Orbital‐Tailoring Strategy via Dual‐Defect Engineering in P‐FeTe <sub>2‐x</sub> @NC Synergizes Polysulfide Adsorption‐Conversion for Lithium‐Sulfur Batteries
Abstract The polysulfide shuttling and sluggish sulfur redox kinetics hinder the commercialization of lithium‐sulfur (Li‐S) batteries. Herein, the fabrication of...
Microenvironment‐Programmed siRNA‐Based Hydrogel for Spatiotemporal Gene Silencing in Wound Healing
Abstract Excessive inflammation and overexpressed matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) are significant factors in the prolonged healing of chronic diabetic wounds. Here, a precise gene t...
Altermagnetic Band Splitting in 10 nm Epitaxial CrSb Thin Films
Abstract Altermagnets are a newly identified family of collinear antiferromagnets with a momentum‐dependent spin‐split band structure of non‐relativistic origin,...
Chemoselective Characterization of New Extracellular Matrix Deposition in Bioengineered Tumor Tissues
Abstract In both native and engineered tissues, the extracellular matrix (ECM) supports and regulates nearly all aspects of cellular pathophysiology, and in response, cells extensive...
Mixed Ionic and Electronic Charge Transport in Conductive Protein Fibers Revealed with DC Electrical Measurements
Abstract Naturally conductive protein nanowires have inspired efforts to engineer electrical conductivity into synthetic fibrous proteins for the development of...
Genetic Surfaceome <i>E. coli</i> Reprogramming Enables Selective Water Oxidation
Abstract Programming catalytic behavior at the microbial genome level is a frontier in synthetic biology with direct impact on bioelectrocatalysis. A key challen...
Intrinsic and Extrinsic Determinants of Stability in Spiro‐OMeTAD‐Based Hole‐Transporting Layers in Perovskite Solar Cells: Mechanistic Insights and Strategic Perspectives
Abstract Spiro‐OMeTAD has remained the benchmark hole‐transporting material (HTM) in state‐of‐the‐art perovskite solar cells, owing to its favorable energy level...
Fully Erasable Amphibious Adhesives Derived from Soybean Oil with Record‐High Underwater Adhesion Strength
Abstract Developing amphibious adhesives that combine high adhesion strength with on‐demand erasability in both dry and wet environments remains a significant challenge. In this stud...
Chemically‐Fueled Time‐Gated Luminescent Metamorphosis
Abstract Recent quest for emulating lifelike smart materials for developing functional outcomes has been spurred by the unparalleled spatiotemporal control of na...
Sn <sup>4+</sup> ‐Mediated Trap Engineering in Cr <sup>3+</sup> ‐Activated Titanate Nanophosphors Enables Self‐Sustained Multimodal Imaging and Combinatorial Oncotherapy
Abstract Multimodal imaging provides comprehensive and precise tools that significantly increase the efficiency and accuracy in clinical decision‐making. The int...
Polarized Luminescence in Halide Perovskite Nanomaterials
Abstract Halide perovskite nanomaterials have emerged as a transformative platform for generating and manipulating polarized luminescence, offering unprecedented opportunities for ne...
Photonic Spin‐Locking via Momentum‐Biased Higher‐Order Topological Orbital Hybridization
Abstract The advanced manipulation of topological photonic states with expanded degrees of freedom offers innovative ways of achieving robust light modulation and control. Here, by h...
Photothermal Boost of Laser‐Synthesized TiC Colloidal Variants with Engineered Solid‐State Interfaces and Nitridation
Abstract Colloids are vital in many fields, including optics, energy conversion, and photothermal therapy. TiC colloids and their variants are synthesized in acetonitrile using a “gr...
Osmotic Energy Directly Driving Flexible All‐Solid‐State 2D Nanofluidic Pressure Sensors
Abstract Current utilization of osmotic energy often involves multiple complex processes, including collection, storage, and conversion, which limits its applicability in portable el...
Evaporation‐Driven Fabric for Synergistic Water‐Electricity‐Lithium Co‐Production
Abstract Water evaporation constitutes a ubiquitous physical phenomenon. This natural process enables efficient energy and resource harvesting through water inte...
Peptide Coacervates with Metal–Phenolic Membranes Modulate Glucose Metabolism and Enhance Cancer Immunotherapy
Abstract Glucose consumption by tumors induces metabolic restriction of T cells, which results in immune evasion and tumor progression. Regulating cellular metab...
Achieving Mechanical Evolution in Polymer Materials Through Phase Evolution Induced by Visible Light
Abstract Can artificial polymer materials exhibit the characteristic of “evolution” over time, similar to biological tissue? The limitations arise from their inherently static nature...
In Situ Soft X‐Ray Absorption Spectroscopy Investigation on Charge Transfer Mechanism in COF/CdS S‐Scheme Photocatalyst
Abstract Photocatalysis enabled by step‐scheme (S‐scheme) heterojunction has emerged as a promising strategy for addressing the global energy crisis and achievin...
The Formation of Supramolecular Rigid Glass Based on Transparent Deep Eutectic
Abstract The development of transparent materials with mechanical rigidity and hardness via the non‐covalent bonding of low‐molecular‐weight building blocks is a...
Fast‐Charging and Long‐Cycle Sodium‐Ion Batteries Enabled by an Ultra‐Stable Carbon Anode
Abstract The realization of rapid‐charging sodium‐ion batteries (SIBs) with exceptional power density represents a pivotal challenge for next‐generation electric...
Turbulent Flow‐Driven Synthesis of Graphene‐Skinned Boron Nitride Heterostructures for Dendrite‐Free Potassium Metal Batteries
Abstract Potassium metal batteries are considered as promising candidates for next‐generation energy storage systems. However, their practical development is hin...
Programmable and Unidirectional Liquid Self‐Transport on Modular Fluidic Units
Abstract The precise control of liquids is essential for both organisms in harsh environments and human society. However, current nature‐inspired fluidic systems, especially liquid s...