DiFaReli++: Diffusion Face Relighting with Consistent Cast Shadows

Puntawat Ponglertnapakorn, Nontawat Tritrong, Supasorn Suwajanakorn*

IEEE Transactions on Pattern Analysis and Machine Intelligence | First published on 25 December 2025

Journal Metric: 2024 JIF = 18.6, CiteScore = 35, Scopus Quartile = Q1, Top Tier (1st) in category Computational Theory and Mathematics

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1109/TPAMI.2025.3648667

Abstract: We introduce a novel approach to single-view face relighting in the wild, addressing challenges such as global illumination and cast shadows. Read More

Interfacial and structural transformations in Ni-rich cathodes: a roadmap toward chemical stability

Surasak Kaenket, Techin Mamiamuang, Nattanon Joraleechanchai, Jirawat Limphrasittisak, Purin Krapong, Worapol Tejangkura and Montree Sawangphruk*

Chemical Communications (Nature Index) | First published on 24 December 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 4.2, CiteScore = 7.4, Scopus Quartile = Q1, in category Metals and Alloys

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D5CC06328K

Abstract: This review highlights Ni-rich layered oxide cathodes, such as LiNixMnγCozO2 (NMC) and LiNixCoyAlzO2 (NCA), where x ≥ 0.6, y + z ≤ 0.4, and x + y + z = 1, which have become the cornerstone of high-energy lithium-ion batteries due to their high specific capacities (>200 mA h g−1), Read More

Flavin reductases in two-component systems: Mechanistic insights, structural classification, and biotechnological advances

Panu Pimviriyakul*, Piyanuch Anuwan, Pimchai Chaiyen, Thanyaporn Wongnate*

Biotechnology Advances | First published on 16 December 2025

Journal Metric: 2024 JIF = 12.5, CiteScore = 24.6, Scopus Quartile = Q1, Top Tier, in category Applied Microbiology and Biotechnology

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biotechadv.2025.108779

Abstract: Flavin reductases (FRs) are essential redox enzymes that supply reduced flavin cofactors (FMNH−/FADH−) to various monooxygenase partners in two-component flavin-dependent monooxygenase (TC-FDMO) systems. Read More

Intermediate-Temperature Electrocatalytic CO2 Reduction with a Coordination Polymer Glass Electrolyte

Thanakorn Tiyawarakul, Hiroyasu Tabe*, Yuji Namiki, Karnjana Atthawilai, Mami Isobe, Kazuki Urai, Kanokwan Kongpatpanich, Satoshi Horike*

The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters (Nature Index) | First published on 5 December 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 4.6, CiteScore = 8.7, Scopus Quartile = Q1, in category Physical and Theoretical Chemistry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.jpclett.5c03283

Abstract: Electrocatalytic CO2 reduction at intermediate temperatures (100–150 °C) has been expected to have many advantages from reaction kinetics and product selectivity viewpoints, Read More

The structure of an actin nucleus stabilized by villin

Robert C. Robinson*, Thitipat Chongrungreang, Khongpon Ponlachantra, Bundit Boonyarit, Geoffrey F. Dilly, Yang I. Li, Peter R. Girguis, Richard R. Copley, and Adam Claridge-Chang

Science Advances (Nature Index) | First published on 3 December 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 12.5, CiteScore = 19.6, Scopus Quartile = Q1, Top Tier, in category Multidisciplinary Sciences

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1126/sciadv.adw6915

Abstract: Villin is an actin filament nucleating, severing, capping and bundling protein; however, the structural basis for villin’s functions and the characteristics of the actin polymerization nucleus remain poorly understood. Read More

1D and 3D Carbon Nanomaterials Derived from Zeolite-Based Catalysts: Synthesis and Applications​

Kulika Pithaksinsakul, Peeranat Chaipornchalerm, Sareeya Bureekaew*, Chularat Wattanakit*​

Small Structures | First published on 20 November 2025

Journal Metric: 2024 JIF = 11.3, CiteScore = 19.4, Scopus Quartile = Q1 & Top Tier, in category Environmental Science (miscellaneous)

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/sstr.202500596

Abstract: Carbon nanomaterials (CNMs) have been extensively developed due to their exceptional electrical, mechanical, and chemical properties. Read More

Complex formation of ferrocene derivatives with electron transport layers enables improved performance and photostability in organic solar cells

Patipan Sukpoonprom, William D.J. Tremlett, Zhuoran Qiao, Chitsanucha Chattakoonpaisarn, Eunyoung Hong, Beier Hu, Karen Forberich, Jianhua Han, Junyi Wang, Somlak Ittisanronnachai, Longren Li, Francesco Vanin, Pichaya Pattanasattayavong, Zonglong Zhu, Artem Bakulin, Christoph J. Brabec, Derya Baran, Nicholas J. Long*, Nicola Gasparini*

Joule (Nature Index) | First published on 15 October 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 35.4, CiteScore = 50.8, Scopus Quartile = Q1, Top Tier (1st), in category General Energy

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.joule.2025.102107

Abstract: Organic solar cells (OSCs) are promising and environmentally benign sources of energy, with power conversion efficiency now exceeding 20%. The high performance in OSCs is mainly achieved by the optimization of the photoactive layer, with less focus on developments of electron-transporting layers (ETLs). Read More

Watinee Nunthakitgoson, Natthaphong Kaewwan, Sopon Butcha, Marisa Ketkaew, Alexander Kuhn*, Chularat Wattanakit*

Biosensors and Bioelectronics | First published on 14 October 2025

Journal Metric: 2024 JIF = 10.5, CiteScore = 20.9, Scopus Quartile = Q1 & Top Tier, in category Biophysics

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.bios.2025.118103

Abstract: In this work, we present the elaboration and application of a novel electrochemical sensor based on molecular-imprinted mesoporous Pt-Ir alloys for the selective detection of cannabinoids, including cannabidiol (CBD) and tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Read More

1D Silver Organochalcogenide Semiconductors: Color Tunable Luminescence, Polarized Emission, and Long-Range Exciton Diffusion

Tomoaki Sakurada, Nithin Pathoor, Takuma Matsumoto, Rattapon Khamlue, Petcharaphorn Chatsiri, Jan Valenta, Tadashi Kawamoto, Shun Omagari, William A. Tisdale, Watcharaphol Paritmongkol*, Yeongsu Cho*, Martin Vacha*

Journal of the American Chemical Society (Nature Index) | First published on 14 October 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 15.6, CiteScore = 22.5, Scopus Quartile = Q1 & Top Tier, in category Biochemistry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/jacs.5c12551

Abstract: Metal organochalcogenides (MOCs) represent a promising class of organic–inorganic hybrid semiconductors with unique light-matter interactions. Read More

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 5.2, CiteScore = 9.0, Scopus Quartile = Q1 & Top Tier, in category Organic Chemistry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.macromol.5c01424

Mechanistic Dissymmetry between Crystal Growth and Dissolution Drives Ratcheted Chiral Amplification

Sjoerd W. van Dongen, Jin Maeda, Bernard Kaptein, Pascal Cardinael, Adrian Flood*, Gerard Coquerel*, Willem L. Noorduin*

Journal of the American Chemical Society (Nature Index) | First published on 8 October 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 15.6, CiteScore = 22.5, Scopus Quartile = Q1, Top Tier, in category Biochemistry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/jacs.5c12199

Abstract: Complete chiral amplification of the solid phase arises when mixtures of self-sorting enantiopure crystals undergo cycles of crystal growth and dissolution under solution-phase racemizing conditions. Read More

Chelation-Driven Dissolution and Single-Crystal Growth of Hybrid Metal Organochalcogenide Semiconductors by Polydentate Amines

Rattapon Khamlue, Petcharaphorn Chatsiri, Tomoaki Sakurada, Jesadaporn Chotimook, Pimpan Leangtanom, Pongkamon Prayongkul, Thassanant Atithep, Jintara Padchasri, Pinit Kidkhunthod, Martin Vacha, Pichaya Pattanasattayavong, Watcharaphol Paritmongkol*

Journal of the American Chemical Society (Nature Index) | First published on 4 October 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 15.6, CiteScore = 22.5, Scopus Quartile = Q1 & Top Tier, in category Biochemistry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/jacs.5c10260

Abstract: The ability to grow single crystals is critical to modern society, particularly forming the foundation of the semiconductor industry that drives transformative innovations. Read More

Zeolitic Imidazole Framework as Defect Passivation Layer for Enhanced Electron Injection Efficiency in Organic Light-Emitting Diodes

Chokchai Kaiyasuan, Jirayus Kongkansarn, Wijitra Waengdongbung, Taweesak Sudyoadsuk, Prayoon Songsiriritthigul, Hideki Nakajima, Vinich Promarak*, Kanokwan Kongpatpanich*

Small | First published on 23 September 2025

Journal Metric: 2024 JIF = 12.1, CiteScore = 16.1, Scopus Quartile = Q1 & Top Tier, in category Biotechnology

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1002/smll.202502234

Abstract: Understanding and controlling interfacial chemistry remains a critical challenge in optoelectronic materials. This study demonstrates that incorporating a zeolitic imidazolate framework-8 (ZIF-8) can be succesfully integrated as a coordination-driven passivation layer in inverted organic light-emitting diodes (iOLEDs). Read More

Stimuli-responsive polymers with labile linkages for anticorrosion coatings

Hafeez Ur Rehman, Valerio D'Elia, and Daniel Crespy*

Chemical Communications (Nature Index) | First published on 23 September 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 4.2, CiteScore = 7.4, Scopus Quartile = Q1, in category Metals and Alloys

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D5CC01992C

Abstract: The corrosion of metals is associated with changes of electrochemical potential, of local pH values near the surface of the metal, and an increase of metal cation concentration. Read More

Mechanochemical grafting enables fluorescein-sensitized cobalt-based MOF for visible-light-driven hydrogen evolution

Taya Ko Saothayanun*, Phirom Boun, Yollada Inchongkol, Wuttichai Natongchai, Pichaya Pattanasattayavong and Sareeya Bureekaew*

Chemical Communications (Nature Index) | First published on 1 September 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 4.2, CiteScore = 7.4, Scopus Quartile = Q1, in category Metals and Alloys

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1039/D5CC03330F

Abstract: A rapid mechanochemical approach was developed to covalently graft an isothiocyanate dye onto an amino-functionalized metal–organic framework (MOF), enabling visible-light-driven hydrogen production via dye sensitization. Read More

Journal of Biological Chemistry (Nature Index) | First published on 18 August 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 3.9, CiteScore = 7.6, Scopus Quartile = Q1, in category Biochemistry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jbc.2025.110608

Systematic Bandgap Engineering of a 2D Organic–Inorganic Chalcogenide Semiconductor via Ligand Modification

Tomoaki Sakurada, Watcharaphol Paritmongkol*, Yeongsu Cho, Woo Seok Lee, Petcharaphorn Chatsiri, Julius J. Oppenheim, Ruomeng Wan, Annlin Su, Nicholas Samulewicz, Khemika Wannakan, Peter Müller, Mircea Dincă, Heather J. Kulik, William A. Tisdale*

Journal of the American Chemical Society (Nature Index) | First published on 19 August 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 15.6, CiteScore = 22.5, Scopus Quartile = Q1, & Top Tier, in category Biochemistry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/jacs.5c07989

Abstract: Hybrid organic–inorganic semiconductors present new opportunities for optoelectronic materials design not available in all-organic or all-inorganic materials. Read More

SynProtX: a large-scale proteomics-based deep learning model for predicting synergistic anticancer drug combinations Open Access

Bundit Boonyarit, Matin Kositchutima, Tisorn Na Phattalung, Nattawin Yamprasert, Chanitra Thuwajit, Thanyada Rungrotmongkol*, Sarana Nutanong*

GigaScience | First published on 12 August 2025

Journal Metric: 2024 JIF = 11.8, CiteScore = 22.0, Scopus Quartile = Q1, & Top Tier, in category Computer Science Applications

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1093/gigascience/giaf080

CO2 Fixation and Release Mediated by Carbonate-Based Coordination Polymers

Kentaro Kadota*, Sae Matsui, Ayoub Traverson, Yuta Hori, Kanchana Sotho, Kei Morisato, Yoshitaka Aoyama, Yasuteru Shigeta, Yusuke Nishiyama, Satoshi Horike*

Journal of the American Chemical Society (Nature Index) | First published on 11 August 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 15.6, CiteScore = 22.5, Scopus Quartile = Q1, Top Tier, in category Biochemistry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/jacs.5c07425

Abstract: We demonstrate the synthesis of 11 carbonate (CO32–)-based coordination polymers (CPs) from CO2 and reveal the structure–property correlation of CO2 release upon decarbonation. Read More

Layered Alkali Metal Titanate with the Staging Structure and Superior Electrochemical Performance

Aranee Pleng Teepakakorn, Tomohiro Tanaka, Nobuyuki Sakai, Yasuo Ebina, Takayuki Kikuchi, Renzhi Ma, Makoto Ogawa, Takayoshi Sasaki*

Inorganic Chemistry (Nature Index) | First published on 4 August 2025

Journal Metric: Nature Index, 2024 JIF = 4.7, CiteScore = 7.4, Scopus Quartile = Q1, in category Inorganic Chemistry

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.inorgchem.5c01712

Abstract: We systematically explored the formation range of α-NaFeO2-type layered titanate and its ion-exchange behaviors and electrochemical performance. Read More