OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The median citation count of Materials Science & Engineering R-Reports is 8. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-11-01 to 2025-11-01.)

Article	Citations
Editorial Board	250
Bioinspired electrically conductive hydrogels: Rational engineering for next-generation flexible mechanosensors	233
Trace SO2 capture and conversion by a zirconium MOF	212
Advances in gas diffusion electrode technology for electrochemical CO2 reduction: Innovations, challenges, and future directions	188
Advancements in ion regulation strategies for enhancing the performance of aqueous Zn-ion batteries	182
Programmable multi-physical mechanics of mechanical metamaterials	164
Advances in shape memory polymers: Remote actuation, multi-stimuli control, 4D printing and prospective applications	115
Editorial Board	110
All-in-one self-powered wearable biosensors systems	108
Buoyancy-gravity optimized triboelectric nanogenerators via conductive 3D printing for robust wave energy harvesting	105
Streamlined fabrication of an inexpensive hygroscopic composite for low maintenance evaporative cooling of solar panels	101
Advanced catalytic cleaning membranes: Contemporary status and future prospects	97
Bio-heterointerface charging through ultrasound-boosted extracellular and intracellular electron transfer for rapid bacterial killing	95
Additive manufacturing for biomedical bone implants: Shaping the future of bones	88
Recent progress on performance-enhancing strategies in flexible photodetectors: From structural engineering to flexible integration	87
Polyanionic cathodes for sodium-ion batteries: Materials, working mechanism, and applications	84
First demonstration of monolithic CMOS based on 4-inch three-layer MoTe2	80
Flexible electromagnetic interference shields: Materials, structure and multifunctionalization	80
Self-aligned vertical short-channel 2D transistors for CMOS inverter and digital logic circuit	76
The art of controlled nanoscale lattices: A review on the self-assembly of colloidal metal–organic framework particles and their multifaceted architectures	74
Two-dimensional van der Waals ferroelectrics: A pathway to next-generation devices in memory and neuromorphic computing	69
A comprehensive review of template-assisted porous carbons: Modern preparation methods and advanced applications	63
Near-infrared photodetection in tin halide perovskites via compositional engineering	62
Electron-deficient fused dithieno-benzothiadiazole-bridged polymer acceptors for high-efficiency all-polymer solar cells with low energy loss	58
Multi-component ZnO alloys: Bandgap engineering, hetero-structures, and optoelectronic devices	57

Capacitive contribution matters in facilitating high power battery materials toward fast-charging alkali metal ion batteries	55
Water‐Induced Modulation of Bipolaron Formation in N-type Polymeric Mixed Conductors	52
Internal resistance reduction strategies for high-power and fast-charging Lithium-ion batteries	51
23.6 % Efficient perovskite-organic tandem photovoltaics enabled by recombination layer engineering	49
Emerging applications of metal-organic frameworks and derivatives in solar cells: Recent advances and challenges	48
Organic microelectrode arrays for bioelectronic applications	48
Editorial Board	46
Editorial Board	46
Tailoring the injection action of oxygen over top-surface of bismuth sulfide to change reactive electron transfer path for flexible NO2 sensors	45
A review on additive manufacturing of piezoelectric ceramics: From feedstock development to properties of sintered parts	45
Photocatalysts designed using nuclear energy radioactive technology for energy conversion and environmental remediation	45
Recent progress in materials science and engineering towards flexible omnidirectional sensor	43
High-performance tin perovskite transistors through formate pseudohalide engineering	40
Directed charge transfer of Zn-O bridge of atomistic tandem dual Z-scheme heterojunction for photocatalytic CO2 reduction	40
Advancements in functionalized high-performance separators for lithium-sulfur batteries	40
In-situ stress-induced modulation of Moiré pattern configuration and electromechanical response in twisted 2D heterostructure	40
Sustainable LiFePO4 and LiMnxFe1-xPO4 (x=0.1–1) cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries: A systematic review from mine to chassis	39
Microfluidic synthesis of MOFs, COFs, and HOFs: Insights and advances	39
Graphdiyne-based molecular active materials and devices for emerging smart applications	35
A systematic investigation on pyridine derived solid additives inducing fibrillar morphology for highly efficient organic solar cells with over 20 % efficiency	35
Lead-free single crystal metal halide perovskite detectors	34
Density functional theory and molecular dynamics simulations for resistive switching research	33
Laser crystals from combination paradigm to local structure design: A review on rational design principles, spectroscopic properties and laser applications	33
Rational design of two-dimensional MXene-based materials for lithium-sulfur batteries	32
Emerging trends and challenges in thermal interface materials: A comprehensive perspective from fundamentals to applications	31
Temperature stability of perovskite-structured lead-free piezoceramics: Evaluation methods, improvement strategies, and future perspectives	31
Corrigendum to “On-chip atomristors” [Mater. Sci. Eng.: R: Rep. 165 (2025) 101006]	30
1D and 2D nanostructures of transition metal dichalcogenides: Toward functional devices and sustainable technologies	30
Helical polyisocyanides with thermally activated delayed fluorescence pendants for efficient circularly polarized light emission and detection	29
Hydrogenated metal oxide semiconductors for photoelectrochemical water splitting: Recent advances and future prospects	29
Two-dimensional materials van der Waals assembly enabling scalable smart textiles	29
Recent progress in vanadium dioxide: The multi-stimuli responsive material and its applications	29
Emerging materials and applications from thermally evaporated electronic films	28
Synthesis, properties, and applications of carbyne nanocrystals	28
Machine learning-enhanced photocatalysis for environmental sustainability: Integration and applications	28
Editorial Board	28
Recent progress of hydrogel-based bioelectronics for mechanophysiological signal sensing	27
Alginate fiber anchored conductive coordination frameworks for ultrastable light-gas dual sensors with synergistic effect	26
Hetero-layered 2D materials: Scalable preparation and energy applications	26
Integration of Ag-based threshold switching devices in silicon microchips	25
Progress of lithium manganese iron phosphate in blended cathode materials	25
Sterilizable vertical n-type organic electrochemical transistors for skin-conformal ECG monitoring	24
Advances in multi-atom catalysts for electrocatalytic applications	24
Editorial Board	23
Alignment engineering in thermal materials	23
Triterpenoid saponin-based supramolecular host-guest injectable hydrogels inhibit the growth of melanoma via ROS-mediated apoptosis	22
Deep eutectic solvents as a ‘multifunctional operating platform’ for nanocellulose production and modification: A review on sustainable composite advancements	22
The marriage of biochemistry and nanotechnology for non-invasive real-time health monitoring	22
Photodetectors based on two-dimensional materials/ferroelectrics hybrid system: Physics, structures, and applications	22
19% efficiency in organic solar cells of Benzo[1,2-b:4,5-b′]Difuran-based donor polymer realized by volatile + non-volatile dual-solid-additive strategy	22

Sliding ferroelectricity in two-dimensional materials and device applications	22
A review of lithium–sulfur batteries at different working conditions: The role of ambient temperature, external force, and electromagnetic field	21
A scalable, tunable, electrochemical dissolution method for anchoring single-atom catalysts on 2d sheets of molybdenum disulfide	21
Advancements in direct recycling technologies for lithium-ion battery cathodes: Overcoming challenges in cathode regeneration	21
Metal-organic-framework-derived dual-atom catalysts: from synthesis to electrocatalytic applications	21
Evaluating lead-based vs. lead-free perovskites for environmentally sustainable indoor photovoltaics	20
Neuromorphic peripheral sensory-computer interface embodied by two-dimensional ultrasensitive circuits	20
Materials design of silicon based ceramic coatings for high temperature oxidation protection	19
Carbon dots for reactive oxygen species modulation	19
Recent applications of machine learning in alloy design: A review	19
Challenges and prospectives of sodium-containing solid-state electrolyte materials for rechargeable metal batteries	19
Harnessing point defects for advanced Cu-based catalysts in electrochemical CO2 reduction	19
Exploring the potential of hydroxyapatite-based materials in biomedicine: A comprehensive review	19
Synergistically designed carbon-based hybrid non-contact triboelectric-and-electromagnetic nanogenerator with ultralong charge retention for wearable and ambient electromagnetic-waste energy harvestin	18
Advancing the frontiers of EV tribology with 2D materials – A critical perspective	18
Catalytic materials based on metals (ions) used in the upcycling of plastics and polymers into fuels and valuable chemicals as part of sustainable development	18
Aerogel-based solar-powered water production from atmosphere and ocean: A review	18
Photoelectric dual mode sensing system based on one-step fabricated heterojunction artificial synapses device	17
Novel 2D MBenes-synthesis, structure, properties with excellent performance in energy conversion and storage: A review	17
Hybrid organic-inorganic functional nanocomposites: From basis to applications in stretchable sensing and energy devices	17
Amorphization by mechanical deformation	16
Simultaneous solar power harnessing and water treatment for water-energy sustainability	16
Heterostructured stainless steel: Properties, current trends, and future perspectives	16
Unraveling the potential of MXenes as multifunctional cathodes: Innovations and challenges for next-generation energy storage systems	15
Editorial Board	15
Highly elastic, lightweight, and high-performance all-aerogel triboelectric nanogenerator for self-powered intelligent fencing training	15
Recent advances in inoculation treatment for powder-based additive manufacturing of aluminium alloys	15
Liquid-liquid phase separation (LLPS) in synthetic biosystems	15
Editorial Board	15
Exploring Niobium oxide-based materials for fast-charging lithium-ion anodes: Insights from structure to property	15
Ultraviolet photoluminescent materials from traditional ion-activated phosphors to emerging carbon dots and perovskites	15
Editorial Board	15
Advances in ionic conductive hydrogels for skin sensor applications	14
Emerging soft medical robots for clinical translations from diagnosis through therapy to rehabilitation	14
Innovative advances and challenges in solid oxide electrolysis cells: Exploring surface segregation dynamics in perovskite electrodes	14
A guided review of machine learning in the design and application for pore nanoarchitectonics of carbon materials	14
Phase separation in intrinsically stretchable electronics: Mechanisms, functions and applications	14
Thermoelectric coolers for on-chip thermal management: Materials, design, and optimization	14
Editorial Board	14
A comprehensive review of layered transition metal oxide cathodes for sodium-ion batteries: The latest advancements and future perspectives	13
3D printing for all-solid-state batteries	13
In-situ reconstruction of electrocatalysts for efficient energy and environmental electrocatalytic reactions	13
Advances in 2D materials for wearable biomonitoring	13
Viruses as biomaterials	13
High-entropy battery materials: Revolutionizing energy storage with structural complexity and entropy-driven stabilization	13
Advanced porous MOF materials and technologies for high-efficiency ppm-level toxic gas separation	12
Improved rate capability and energy density of high-mass hybrid supercapacitor realized through long-term cycling stability testing and selective electrode design	12
Editorial Board	12
In-situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy in hydrogen evolution reaction: Insights and applications	12
20.5 % efficient ternary organic photovoltaics using an asymmetric small-molecular acceptor to manipulate intermolecular packing and reduce energy losses	12
Low-potential Li2C2O4 prelithiation catalyzed by 2D MoN with dominant (002) crystal face for high-energy lithium-ion batteries	12
Air-breathing cathode for aluminum–air battery: From architecture to fabrication and evaluation	12
Advancing the integration of covalent-organic-framework with organic, inorganic, and polymeric materials for light-assisted green H2 generation: A review of emerging trends	12
Monolithic three-dimensional integration with 2D material-based p-type transistors	12
Artificial Merkel discs in van der Waals heterostructures for bio-inspired tactile sensing	11
Single-molecule device: Sn-phthalocyanine on an in-plane hBN-graphene heterostructure	11
Ultra-efficient and stable Janus interface to construct high-performance sulfide-based all-solid-state lithium metal batteries	11
3D/4D printing of stimuli-responsive polymers in biomedical engineering: Materials, stimulations, and applications	10
Interaction chemistry of functional groups for natural biopolymer-based hydrogel design	10
Perovskite nanocrystal superlattices and their application in light-emitting devices	10
Unveiling the potential of flexible perovskite photovoltaics: From lab to fab	10
Recent progress on chiral perovskites as chiroptical active layers for next-generation LEDs	10
Low temperature interfacial reaction in 3D IC nanoscale materials	10
Applications and multidisciplinary perspective on 3D printing techniques: Recent developments and future trends	10
Flexible 2D MXenes for wearable next-generation energy storage applications	10
Ways forward with conductive hydrogels: Classifications, properties, and applications in flexible electronic and energy gadgets	9
Smart fire-warning materials and sensors: Design principle, performances, and applications	9
Roadmap for flexible solid-state aqueous batteries: From materials engineering and architectures design to mechanical characterizations	9
Alginate-based materials: Enhancing properties through multiphase formulation design and processing innovation	9
Structural, light emitting, and photoelectrical properties of multilayered 2D mixed alloys of gallium monochalcogenides	9
Borophene: Challenges in stability and pathways to synthesis	9
Temperature-switchable electrolyte with desirable phase transition behavior for thermal protection of lithium-ion batteries	9
High-energy LiFePO4 battery with methodically controlled dry electrode processing	8
Hybrid 4D printing of flexible multifunctional composites by multi jet fusion and direct ink writing	8
Biodegradable polymers from lignocellulosic biomass and synthetic plastic waste: An emerging alternative for biomedical applications	8
Advancing water collection efficiency in hybrid solar evaporators: key factors, strategic innovations, and synergistic applications	8
Substitutional doping of 2D transition metal dichalcogenides for device applications: Current status, challenges and prospects	8
Advanced design strategies and multifunctional applications of Nanocellulose/MXene composites: A comprehensive review	8
Rational designs of mechanical metamaterials: Formulations, architectures, tessellations and prospects	8