Yogendra Kumar Mishra

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• Ph.D. (Physics) I Dr. habil. (Materials Science)
• Professor at University of Southern Denmark

Face masks have been used as the most effective and economically viable preventive tool, which also creates a sense of social solidarity in collectively combatting the airborne health hazards. In spite of enormous research literature, massive production, and a competitive market, the use of modern age face masks-respirators (FMR) is restricted for...

The excessive inlet of contaminants into water is affecting its quality adversely which is not recommended for quality health. Therefore, investigating economical, scalable, efficient, and faster approaches for water treatment is crucual. In this direction, nanostructures (NSs) due to easy fabrication and tailored properties are emerging technology...

Functional nanoengineering of nanofibrous materials is getting more important day by day due to an increased demand for smart nanomaterials in many industrial technologies. A simple synthesis and extraordinary features, e.g., high specific surface area, multi‐dimensional structure, small pores, self‐adjustment, flexibility, elasticity, etc., open a...

This comprehensive review explores the potential of tailored carbon materials (TCM) for efficient photocatalytic degradation of polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), which are persistent and toxic organic pollutants posing significant environmental challenges. The unique structure and properties of TCM including graphene and carbon nanotubes to activat...

The development of an advanced ultraviolet (UV) photodetector that integrates a polymer‐dispersed cholesteric liquid crystal (PDCLC) with a ZnO nanorods (ZNRs) heterostructure is reported. The ZNRs are synthesized via a hydrothermal method and then spin‐coated with PDCLC, resulting in a photodetector with notably enhanced electrical and optical per...

The present review offers a strategic roadmap for overcoming conventional photocatalyst limitations and emphasizes recent advancements in hybrid photocatalysts, thereby addressing electrode and topology‐associated challenges for sustainable hydrogen (H₂) production and storage. Unlike traditional reviews, this paper explores the latest developments...

MXenes, a revolutionary class of two-dimensional transition metal carbides and nitrides, have emerged as exceptional materials for advanced composite applications due to their remarkable properties. MXene-based composites exhibit electrical conductivities exceeding 15,000 S/cm, thermal conductivities up to 60 W/m⋅K, and mechanical strengths surpass...

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and the Internet-of-Things (IoT) heralds the advent of sixth-generation sensing technologies, offering transformative potential for water quality assessment and the empowerment of sustainable ecosystems. This approach offers efficient monitoring through predictive analysis, risk assessment, and timely...

Gas sensing is crucial for detecting and monitoring hazardous gases in various environments to ensure safety and prevent potential health risks. It helps in the early identification of gas leaks, air quality monitoring, and environmental protection, contributing to public health and industrial safety. Screen-printed gas sensors are in trend nowaday...

This research demonstrates the design and development of a novel dual-targeting, pH-sensitive liposomal (pSL) formulation of 5-Fluorouracil i.e., (5-FU-iRGD-FA-pSL) to manage breast cancer. The motivation to explore this formulation is...

Developing efficient detectors for noxious carbon monoxide (CO) in the environment and separating CO from other gases for converting concentrated CO to energy sources with minimal energy input is vital for sustainable progress and safeguarding human life. This comprehensive review covers information on CO and its sources, permissible levels, impact...

The ever-increasing demand for memory devices that are capable of storing and retrieving information has led to a continuous quest for innovative solutions. Among the various advanced materials, thermotropic liquid crystals (LCs) have emerged as a promising solution to address the persistent challenges associated with conventional memory technologi...

Highly porous, self-supported 3D interconnected network-based nanomaterials hold immense promise in revolutionizing the field of catalysis. These materials combine two critical features; a large accessible surface and an overall active surface that leads to substantial catalytic effects. In this study, we developed a novel class of 3D composite mat...

Z‐scheme CeO2‐TiO2@CNT (CTC) heterojunction is fabricated using hydrothermal method and evaluated for removing mixed pollutants (MIX‐P) from ciprofloxacin (CPF) and textile contaminations. CTC demonstrated ≈99% removal efficiency against MIX‐P under solar irradiation of ≈10⁵ lumens. High removal efficiency of CTC is attributed to reduced bandgap (E...

We investigate the field emission properties of tetrapod-shaped zinc oxide (ZnO) micro and nanostructures prepared using a flame transport synthesis approach. Using a piezo-driven metallic tip as an anode, we performed a local characterization from the apex of a tetrapod arm, where the effective emitting area was limited below 1 μm². This configura...

Titanium dioxide (TiO2) has been widely studied as an inexpensive and efficient electrochromic material. However, slow response speed and poor cycling performance still constrain the further application of TiO2 electrochromic materials. In this work, a series of cobalt-doped TiO2 electrochromic films were fabricated via hydrothermal method combined...

In this era, where food safety and sustainability are paramount concerns, the utilization of zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles (NPs) is a promising solution to enhance the safety, quality, and sustainability of food products. ZnO NPs in the food industry have evolved significantly over time, reflecting advancements in synthesizing methods, antimicrobi...

Flexoelectricity, an intrinsic property observed in materials under nonuniform deformation, entails a coupling between polarization and strain gradients. Recent catalyst advancements have reignited interest in flexoelectricity, particularly at the nanoscale, where pronounced strain gradients promote robust flexoelectric effects. This paper comprehe...

In recent years, extensive research on noble metal-TiO2 nanocomposites has demonstrated their crucial role in various applications such as water splitting, self-cleaning, CO2 reduction, and wastewater treatment. The structure of...

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are toxic and harmful to human health; thus, their detection in water samples is critical for ensuring safe drinking water and protecting public health. The aim of this review was to explore the various techniques available in the literature for detecting VOCs in water samples and discuss their features, advantages...

Simultaneous phenomena of triboelectricity and mechanoluminescence (ML) acquire vital insights into the mechanics of charge separation and recombination, as well as the relationship between mechanical stress and light emission. In the present work, polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) and ZnS:Cu particle‐based composites are fabricated, which have good ML c...

Advances in Nanostructures: Processing and Methodology to Grow Nanostructures provides readers with the most appropriate nanostructuring methods used for obtaining nanoparticles with specific requirements suitable for different applications, taking into consideration characteristics such as dimension and shape. The different methods used to synthes...

Recently naturally driven fabrics are gaining more attention to develop impact-resistive fabrics due to their cost-effectiveness and environment-friendly nature. The effectiveness of jute fabrics becomes more prominent when used with shear thickening fluids (STFs). The present study is focused on the assessment of inter-yarn frictional behavior of...

This research addresses the scalable and inexpensive synthesis of α-Fe2O3via hydrothermal method without any precipitating agent as well as the enhancement of solar driven photocatalytic and H2 production through doping different chromium proportions. Competency of α-Fe2O3, both pure and doped with chromium, to function as photocatalyst was evaluat...

Formation of bacterial films on structural surfaces often leads to severe contamination of medical devices, hospital equipment, and implant materials. Currently antimicrobial resistance of microorganisms has become a global health...

Professor Ajeet Kaushik and Professor Yogendra Kumar Mishra introduce the Materials Advances themed collection on Advanced materials for sensing and biomedical applications.

Ultrafast UV photodetectors (UV PDs) are crucial components in modern optoelectronics because conventional detectors have reached a bottleneck with low integration, functionalities, and efficiency. Core-shell metal oxide nanobrushes (MOx NBs)-based UV PDs have enhanced the absorption, tunable performance, and good compatibility for diversified appl...

Because of growing concerns about future outbreaks caused by pathogens, we launched a Research Topic in 2022, namely “Design and Development of new Therapeutics Against Infectious Diseases Using Computational and Experimental Approaches” hosted by the journal Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology. In this scenario, the most important con...

Humidity sensors using triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) technology can provide continuous operation without the need for additional batteries. These sensors provide sustainable and self-powered humidity monitoring solutions, which can be utilized in various agriculture, industries, and food processing industries. In this work, a sol-gel method is...

Expression of concern for ‘High performance flexible supercapacitors based on secondary doped PEDOT–PSS–graphene nanocomposite films for large area solid state devices’ by Syed Khasim et al., RSC Adv., 2020, 10, 10526–10539, https://doi.org/10.1039/D0RA01116A.

Because of growing concerns about future outbreaks caused by pathogens, we launched a research topic in 2022, namely “Design and Development of new Therapeutics Against Infectious Diseases Using Computational and Experimental Approaches” hosted by the journal Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology. In this scenario, the most important con...

Research over the past four decades on polyaniline has matured, and consequently it has become one of the most popular conducting polymers. Also, several methods have been proposed by researchers for the synthesis and conversion of polyaniline (PANI) to various forms as well as its doping with chalcogens especially selenium (Se) and tellurium (Te)....

In the antimicrobial resistance era, carbon‐based nanomaterials (CBNs) such as fullerenes, carbon dots, graphene, and their derivatives are promising therapeutic tools in combating viral diseases. This review shows that these materials have broad‐spectrum antiviral activity against 33 viruses belonging to different Baltimore groups. CBNs also exhib...

The synergistic effects of sulfur-doped g-C3N4 (SCN) and carbon dots (CD) in nanocomposite photocatalysts were explored for the degradation of contaminants of emerging concern (CECs), particularly phenolic pollutants such as bisphenol A (BPA) and tetracycline (TC). Various SCN/CD nanocomposites were synthesized via thermal polymerization by mixing...

Due to weather and working/operational conditions, plastic degradation produces toxic and non-biodegradable nano and microplastics (N/M-Ps, ranging from 10 nm to 5 mm), and over time these N/M-Ps have integrated with the human cycle through ingestion and inhalation. These N/M-Ps, as serious emerging pollutants, are causing considerable adverse heal...

Recently, there has been a lot of focus on developing new waste-to-energy technologies because they help us to provide sustainable energy solutions for future generations. This review paper investigates an innovative waste-to-energy technology known as triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), which uses the electrostatic induction and contact electrif...

Doping with metal ions to enhance the electrochromic performance of single material is attracting widespread attention. In this work, undoped and nickel (Ni)-doped TiO2 electrochromic films with different doping content (0.5, 1, and 5 wt%) were successfully prepared via hydrothermal approach combined with a spin-coated technique. The effect of Ni o...

Originating at the intersection of physics and biosensing, quantum biosensors (QB) are transforming medical diagnostics and personalized medicine by exploiting quantum phenomena to amplify sensitivity, specificity, and detection speed compared to traditional biosensors. Their foundation lies in the fusion of biological entities like DNA, proteins,...

Exhaled human breath contains around 3500 volatile organic molecules, which are a byproduct of metabolic process. The most important directions of modern diagnosis are the non-invasive methods through the exhaled human breath. The ability to detect diabetes by measuring the amount of acetone in exhaled breath may help diabetics to control their blo...

In this work, we synthesized a novel hydrogel based on poly(acrylamide) grafted Guar/locust bean gums, i.e. (GG/LBG-g-poly(AAm)) through free radical polymerization, aiming for the removal of malachite green (MG) dye from aqueous solutions. Response surface methodology and a full factorial rotatable central composite design were used to optimize va...

This study explores the multifunctional applications of hydrothermally derived 3D (x-ZnO)/TUD-1 nanocomposites (with x = 0, 1, 5, 10, 15%). The fabrication process involves the integration of ZnO nanoparticles into a 3D sponge-like mesoporous TUD-1 host matrix (mesoporous silicate), resulting in a synergistic material with enhanced sensing and adso...

Desired modifications of surfaces at the nanoscale may be achieved using energetic ion beams. In the present work, a complete study of self-assembled ripple pattern fabrication on Si and Ge by 100 keV Ar ⁺ ion beam bombardment is discussed. The irradiation was performed in the ion fluence range of ≈3 × 10 ¹⁷ to 9 × 10 ¹⁷ ions/cm ² and at an inciden...

This review aims to address the lack of theoretical understanding of wetting regimes for various surfaces and highlight the physical insights of numerous wetting regimes and ideologies. Despite the growing interest in artificial superhydrophobic surfaces, the theoretical understanding of wetting regimes for various surfaces remains limited. Only a...

In recent years, the continuous and accurate detection of human hazardous gases, such as NO2, using a low-cost gas sensing device is quite important. For a new generation of gas sensors, rGO or 2-D materials have gained considerable attention. This work presents a low-temperature rGO/BiOCl heterojunction fabricated NO2 gas sensor that exhibits an e...

ZnO nanotetrapods (ZnO NTs) with a non-centrosymmetric crystal structure consisting of four 1-D arms interconnected together through a central crystalline core, introduce interesting piezoelectric semiconducting responses in nanorods in the bent state. Considering the widespread applications of nanotetrapods in semiconductor devices, it becomes ver...

In recent years, research on self-healing polymers for diverse biomedical applications has surged due to their resemblance to the native extracellular matrix. Here, we introduce a novel self-healing hydrogel scaffold made from collagen (Col) and nano-hydroxyapatite (nHA) via a one-pot-synthesis approach under the influence of heating in less than 1...

Thin-film nano-architecting is a promising approach that controls the properties of nanoscale surfaces to increase their interdisciplinary applications in a variety of fields. In this context, zinc oxide (ZnO)-based various nano-architectures (0–3D) such as quantum dots, nanorods/nanotubes, nanothin films, tetrapods, nanoflowers, hollow structures,...

The vaccine is a premier healthcare intervention strategy in the battle against infectious infections. However, the development and production of vaccines present challenges in terms of complexity, cost, and time consumption. Alternative methodologies, such as nonthermal plasma and plant‐based technologies, have emerged as potential alternatives fo...

The two greatest difficulties humanity faces are environmental catastrophe and air degradation, and renewable energy from the ocean, solar, and wind offers a possible answer. This research describes a piezoelectric energy harvester (PENG) for harvesting low-frequency water wave energy. The poled PENG device based on a ferroelectric polymer polyviny...

The aggrandised advancement in utility of advanced day-today materials and nanomaterials has raised serious concern on their biocompatibility with human and other biotic members. In last few decades, understanding of toxicity of these materials has been given the centre stage of research using many in vitro and in vivo models. Zebrafish (Danio reri...

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are one of the most widely consumed drugs. These drugs often end up in our water systems because human bodies cannot fully metabolize them, and the residual amounts are excreted through urine or feces. Their ubiquitous presence in wastewater poses various degrees of risk to non-targeted species. Cogniz...

In this study, we synthesized a novel hydrogel, GG/LBG-g-poly(AAm), utilizing a hybrid backbone composed of guar gum, locust bean gum, and acrylamide. The cross-linker N, N-Methylene-bis-acrylamide, and the initiator ammonium persulfate were employed in the synthesis process. Response surface methodology and a full factorial rotatable central compo...

Raloxifene, a benzothiophene derivative, was approved for the treatment of breast cancer in 2007 by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Herein, we designed a statistically optimized drumstick tree extracted...

Herein, we report the synthesis of red-emitting Eu3+-activated BaLa2ZnO5 phosphors using a high-temperature solid-state reaction technique. The phase confirmation and crystal structure were established through X-ray powder diffraction patterns. Density-functional theory calculations revealed an indirect bandgap in the material. The bandgaps of both...

Exploring combinatorial materials, as well as rational device configuration design, are assumed to be the key strategies for deploying versatile electrochemical devices. MXene sheets have revealed a high hydrophilic surface with proper mechanical and electrical characteristics, rendering them supreme additive candidates to integrate in electrospun...

The main purpose of body armors is to restrict the ballistic impact (bullet velocity ~ 300 to 500 m/s). The conventional rigid body armors are typically consisting of synthetic fibers (SFs) like Kevlar, but these armors are too bulky, stiff, not comfortable, and lack extremities of body protection. But technological advancement inspired researchers...

In this paper, we studied the synthesis of In 2 O 3 / SWCNT heterostructure catalysts by blending single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) in In 2 O 3 nanomaterial during an in situ and facile one-step hydrothermal method for the application of electrocatalytic overall water splitting (OWS). Interestingly, it is predictable that the SWCNTs and In 2...

The extraordinary and unique properties of persistent luminescent (PerLum) nanostructures like storage of charge carriers, extended afterglow, and some other fascinating characteristics like no need for in-situ excitation, and rechargeable luminescence make such materials a primary candidate in the fields of bio-imaging and therapeutics. Apart from...

Triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), offering self-powered actuation, grasping, and sensing capabilities without the need for an external power source, have the potential to revolutionize the field of self-powered robotic systems. TENGs can directly convert mechanical energy into electrical energy that can be used to power small electronics. This...

The jaw implants support dental prostheses to replace missing teeth. Speech, bone loss prevention, aesthetics, preservation of neighboring teeth and jaw fractures, comfort, and oral health are improved with these implants. Ti-64 and CoCr alloys are used in dentistry for biocompatibility, corrosion resistance, biostability, osseointegration, durabil...

The usage of silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) is expected to aggrandize for different ecological applications, owing to inimitable physical, chemical, and biological properties. The need of hour propels the quest for new technologies concerning eco-compatible synthesis of AgNPs and their hybrid forms with higher biocompatibility and maximum efficacy. T...

Traditionally, recombinant protein production has been done in several expression hosts of bacteria, fungi, and majorly CHO (Chinese Hamster Ovary) cells; few have high production costs and are susceptible to harmful toxin contamination. Green algae have the potential to produce recombinant proteins in a more sustainable manner. Microalgal diversit...

Waste-heat management and harvesting have demonstrated significant potential in enhancing the efficiency of conventional energy utilization systems. The direct conversion of diverse thermal energies into electrical energy offers a promising solution for powering small-scale electronics directly. Pyroelectric energy harvesting has gained substantial...

The main aim of this study is to develop and characterize a novel Piezo-resistive stress sensor based on MXene (Ti3C2). MXene is a two-dimensional inorganic compound consist of atomically thin layers of transition-metal carbides, nitrides, or carbonitrides. The sensor was designed to measure mechanical stress and sensitivity by converting them into...

Antifouling coatings for marine use are a widely employed method for controlling the settlement and growth of unwanted aquatic organisms on surfaces. In this study, indole derivative N-(1H-5-bromo indole-3-ylmethyl) acrylamide (BIAM)-functionalized polythiourethane (PTU)/tetrapodal shaped zinc oxide (t-ZnO) nano-composites (PTU/BIAM/t-ZnO) were syn...