Editor-in-Chief: Joern Ritterbusch, Deputy Editors: Jessica D'Lima, April Rodd, Muxian Shen, Huan Wang, Marc Zastrow
Journal list menu
Advanced Functional Materials, part of the prestigious Advanced portfolio and a top-tier materials science journal, publishes outstanding research related to improving chemical and physical properties of materials.
By covering a broad scope and providing breakthrough research on all aspects of materials science, our readers range from materials scientists, chemists, physicists, and engineers, together with biologists and medical researchers.
The Advanced portfolio from Wiley is a family of globally respected, high-impact journals that disseminates the best science from well-established and emerging researchers so they can fulfill their mission and maximize the reach of their scientific discoveries.
On the Cover
Articles
Few-Hydrogen Metal-Bonded Perovskite Superconductor MgHCu3 with a Critical Temperature of 42 K under Atmospheric Pressure
-  2 December 2023
Graphical Abstract

To solve the instability of multi-hydrogen superconductors under atmospheric pressure, it proposes a few-hydrogen metal-bonded perovskite superconductor MgHCu3. First-principles calculations show that its superconducting transition temperature can reach 42 K at atmospheric pressure. The proper amount of hydrogen in perovskite structure not only gives rise to stronger electron–phonon coupling but also ensures stability by the help of the metallic bond.
Preserving the Li {110} Texture to Achieve Long Cycle Life in Li Metal Electrode at High Rates
-  2 December 2023
Graphical Abstract

The superior cycling performance of Li {110} textured anodes at low rates is found to decay at high current densities, when the loss of the {110} texture occurs. Preserving the {110} texture is demonstrated by introducing a low-rate healing strategy when cells are cycled at high rates, leading to significantly improved long-cycle performance of Li metal anode.
Modulating Narrow Bandgap in a Diacetylene Functionalized Woven Covalent Organic Framework as a Visible Light Responsive Photocatalyst
-  2 December 2023
Graphical Abstract

A woven COF, a 3D framework with spatially isolated Cu(I) centers, has shown enhanced electron transport due to the diacetylene linker. The diacetylene bonds of the linker positively impact the optoelectronic properties of Cu-PhenBDA-COF resulting in a narrow bandgap and better charge separation efficiency. Cu-PhenBDA-COF catalytically degrades sulfamethoxazole in water.
The Longevity of Neural Interfaces—Mechanical Oscillation of Thin Film Metal‐Based Neural Electrodes Determine Stability During Electrical Stimulation
-  2 December 2023
Graphical Abstract

A novel approach presents neural thin film interfaces as resonating systems. Direct measurements prove mechanical–electrical nano-vibrations of thin film metallization in response to electrical current during stimulation. The correlation between electrochemical reactions and mechanical deformation unveils insights into potential fatigue and failure mechanisms. This opens a new window in research for future electrode designs and low-vibration stimulation parameters.
Yttrium Oxide Nanoclusters Boosted Fe-N4 and Fe4N Electrocatalyst for Future Zinc–Air Battery
-  2 December 2023
Graphical Abstract
The following is a list of the most cited articles based on citations published in the last three years, according to CrossRef.
Stretchable, Skin‐Mountable, and Wearable Strain Sensors and Their Potential Applications: A Review
-  1678-1698
-  17 February 2016
Graphical Abstract

Stretchable and sensitive strain sensors can potentially function for biomedical applications, human–machine interfaces, and emerging soft robotics. Recent advancements in the development of stretchable, skin-mountable, and wearable strain sensors and their potential applications are reviewed. High performance sensors have been developed by composites of functional nanomaterials and flexible polymer supports.
Graphene‐Like Carbon Nitride Nanosheets for Improved Photocatalytic Activities
-  4763-4770
-  5 July 2012
Graphical Abstract

Graphene-like C3N4 nanosheets produced by direct thermal oxidative etching of bulk “graphitic”-C3N4 show superior photocatalytic activities compared to the bulk due to a high specific surface area, a larger bandgap (by 0.2 eV), increased lifetimes of photoexcited charge carriers, and improved electron transport ability.
From Bulk to Monolayer MoS2: Evolution of Raman Scattering
-  1385-1390
-  31 January 2012
Graphical Abstract

Raman frequencies of and
peaks can be used to identify the layer number of ultrathin molybdenum disulfide (MoS2) flakes. The systematic Raman characterizations using various laser lines suggest a clear evolution of the coupling between the electronic transition and phonon when MoS2 is scaled down from three- to two-dimensional geometry.
Sodium‐Ion Batteries
-  947-958
-  21 May 2012
Graphical Abstract

The research and development of ambient temperature Na-ion batteries is progressing quickly and is now poised to penetrate the energy storage landscape. The combination of new electrode materials, electrochemical couples, and engineering advances coupled with a potential for low-cost and long-life make them attractive candidates for grid storage.