With the capability of inducing intense electromagnetic field, energetic charge carriers, and
photothermal effect, plasmonic metals provide a unique opportunity for efficient light …

Electrochromism, an emerging energy conversion technology, has attracted immense
interest due to its various applications including bistable displays, optical filters, variable …

Localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) is an intriguing phenomenon induced by the
collective oscillations of free carriers with incident light, and has attracted considerable …

Phototherapy, mainly including photothermal therapy (PTT) and photodynamic therapy
(PDT), can kill cancer cells by generating heat or reactive oxygen species, which has the …

Dual-band electrochromic smart windows have become a research hotspot owing to their
unique ability to selectively control near-infrared (NIR) and visible (VIS) light. However, the …

Energy consumption of buildings during heating and cooling accounts for about 15% of
global total energy consumption. Advanced dynamic switchable windows that enable …

The infrared quantum plasmon resonance (IR QPR) of nanocrystals (NCs) exhibits the
combined properties of classical and quantum mechanics, potentially overcoming the …

Electrochromic windows that dynamically absorb incident solar irradiation are envisioned as
smart technology devices that can reduce power consumption in buildings and accelerate …

Photothermal therapy (PTT) as a noninvasive hyperthermia exhibits high potential for anti‐
cancer treatments. The explosion of efficient photothermal agents (PTAs) keeps developing …

The need to develop sustainable energy solutions is an urgent requirement for society, with
the additional requirement to limit dependence on critical raw materials, within a virtuous …