Xiaomin Xu

Sep 24, 2024 | mdpi.com | Xiaomin Xu |Chenhao Li

1. IntroductionEnergy is not only the cornerstone of the progress of human civilization but also a core element of national security and people’s livelihood. Currently, the world is undergoing an unprecedented transformation, which is being driven by a new round of revolutions in science technology and industry, as well as new trends in global climate governance.

Sep 10, 2024 | pubs.rsc.org | Jiayi Chen |Xiaomin Xu |Cuifang Wang |Rundong Mao

Strategic Cation Exchange Induced 2D Nickel Sulphide Nanoplates with Enhanced Oxygen Evolution Reaction Performance Nickel sulphides stand out as promising, earth-abundant transition metal chalcogenides with significant potential for electrocatalytic oxygen evolution reactions. However, the realisation of their full potential is hindered by challenges in controlling the size, morphology and phase of nickel sulphide nanocrystals, limiting their broader application.

Aug 1, 2024 | nature.com | Peter Müller-Buschbaum |Guangmin Zhou |Xiaomin Xu

AbstractThe swift progress in wearable technology has accentuated the need for flexible power systems. Such systems are anticipated to exhibit high efficiency, robust durability, consistent power output, and the potential for effortless integration. Integrating ultraflexible energy harvesters and energy storage devices to form an autonomous, efficient, and mechanically compliant power system remains a significant challenge.

Jun 11, 2024 | nature.com | Xiaomin Xu

AbstractOvercoming the mechanical disparities between implantable neural electrodes and biological tissue is crucial in mitigating immune responses, reducing shear motion, and ensuring durable functionality. Emerging hydrogel-based neural interfaces, with their volumetric capacitance, customizable conductivity, and tissue-mimicking mechanical properties, offer a more efficient, less detrimental, and chronically stable alternative to their rigid counterparts.