We report a modular, vertically integrated microsupercapacitor (MSC) by developing laser‐induced graphene (LIG) and in situ grown bimetallic metal oxides on liquid crystal polymer substrates. Utilizing spatially confined photothermal synthesis with complementary Ru‐ and Mn‐based precursors, we induce synergistic oxidation reactions to form highly dispersed oxide nanophases within a 3D porous LIG matrix, overcoming the intrinsic capacitance limitations of pristine LIG. Optimized lasing parameters and stoichiometric control yield hierarchically structured electrodes with high electrical conductivity, mechanical resilience, and enhanced charge storage. A through‐via stacking strategy enables vertical MSC assembly with minimal footprint while maintaining sufficient areal energy and power densities. Integration with photovoltaic cells and converter circuits supports rapid charging and stable energy output, even under fluctuating light conditions. Demonstrations across wireless IoT modules, GPS tracker, and pressure‐activated µ‐LED validate device‐level viability for autonomous systems. This work establishes a scalable, current collector‐free, and structurally conformable MSC architecture, offering a promising pathway for next‐generation integrated energy storage in flexible electronics.

Multicomponent M BCN ceramics, where M represents a transition metal, are garnering increased interest due to their multifunctionality and ultrahigh‐temperature stability. Currently, research on M BCN primarily focuses on its preparation and application in the form of thin films. In this article, we prepared monolithic BCN and HfBCN nanocomposites using a single‐source precursor approach and explored their potential application as thermoelectric materials for energy conversion. Cubic HfB x C y N 1– x – y nanocrystallites ranging from 10 to 200 nm were formed in situ within amorphous HfBCN materials after sintering at 1600°C. Furthermore, the presence of turbostratic BC x N 1– x phase within the matrix, significantly surpassing the percolation threshold, contributes to both BCN and HfBCN nanocomposites, exhibiting exceptionally high electrical conductivity exceeding 100 S cm –1 just at room temperature. A power factor of approximately 40 μW m –1 K –2 was achieved in HfBCN‐based nanocomposites, setting a record high among polymer‐derived ceramics.

Noble metal electrocatalysts exhibit excellent oxygen evolution reaction (OER) activity but are limited by high cost and scarcity. Amorphous nanoalloys (ANAs) offer promising alternatives, yet constructing amorphous structures at the nanoscale remains challenging. Here, we report a strategy for synthesizing FeCoNi ANAs using a condensed DNA framework (CDF) as a confined growth template. Fish sperm DNA undergoes phase separation with Fe 2+ , Co 2+ , and Ni 2+ ions to form compartmentalized structures with intrinsic self‐confinement, which suppress atomic diffusion and promote amorphization. The DNA framework further improves nanoparticle dispersibility and electrode adhesion, enabling binder‐free electrode integration. As a result, FeCoNi ANAs achieve outstanding OER activity, achieving an overpotential of only 280 mV at 10 mA cm −2 and a Tafel slope of 44.1 mV dec −1 , outperforming commercial RuO 2 . Mechanistic studies reveal that the DNA framework facilitates proton transfer and modulates intermediate adsorption, thereby enabling OER to proceed through both the adsorbate evolution mechanism (AEM) and the lattice oxygen mechanism (LOM). This work presents an effective strategy for the design of high‐performance amorphous nanoalloy electrocatalysts.

This study investigates the mechano‐optical properties of chiral nematic liquid crystal (N * LC) elastomers with a uniaxial in‐plane helical‐axis alignment. We fabricate a freestanding N * LC elastomer by using a recently reported method. N * LC elastomers display anisotropic mechanical properties; elongation parallel to the helical‐axis alignment induces greater stretching than elongation perpendicular to the alignment, owing to changes in elastic energy associated with the helical pitch. Moreover, the elastomers exhibit robust mechano‐optical properties with strain‐dependent variations in the diffraction angle. In contrast to conventional achiral LC elastomers, the diffraction properties of the N * LC elastomers remain intact even under large strains (≈200%). Importantly, the elastomers exhibit polarization‐specific functionalities. Under linearly polarized light inclined at 0° or 90° to the helical axis or circularly polarized light, the polarization plane of the diffracted light is rotated by 90° or converted into circularly polarized light with the opposite handedness. These results indicate that the molecular alignment within the elastomer is well maintained under applied strain and contributes to its unique optical properties. The versatility of these materials highlights their potential for advanced applications such as optical sensors, flexible diffraction gratings, and novel polarization‐specific optical components.

Transition metal (TM) atoms and clusters supported on layered materials can be used to build single‐atom (SAC), and single‐cluster catalysts (SCC), respectively. To gain insight and to contribute to the rational design of SACs and SCCs, we investigate the structure and stability of SACs and SCCs of V, Co, and Pd, built on two supports, graphdiyne (GDY) and boron‐graphdiyne (BGDY), using the density functional formalism. GDY and BGDY are carbon‐based layered materials exhibiting a structure of uniformly distributed nanopores. The triangular pores of GDY and the hexagonal pores of BGDY host TM atoms and clusters attached with high adsorption energies, favoring the stability of these systems. Diffusion of metal atoms on GDY and BGDY is hindered by large activation barriers preventing the aggregation of atoms. Adsorption of metal atoms (one, two or three atoms per cell) or clusters (one TM 6 per cell) induce global distortions in the hexagonal lattice of BGDY. However, the GDY lattice is more robust and its global structure is quite insensitive to metal doping. Local distortions of the carbon chains are observed in both layers in the proximity of the adsorbed atoms and clusters. This work gives support to the development of highly stable SACs and SCCs that can be built through deposition of TM atoms and clusters on GDY and BGDY.

Lymph nodes (LNs), as critical components of the lymphatic system, serve as the primary site for adaptive immune responses and represent important therapeutic targets for various diseases. Studies demonstrate that LN metastasis of malignant tumors constitutes a major cause of mortality in cancer patients, highlighting the crucial importance of achieving precise drug accumulation in LNs for enhanced therapeutic efficacy. While significant progress has been made in optimizing lymph‐targeting capabilities through rational design of nanoparticle‐based drug delivery systems, the immunological mechanisms and regulatory pathways involved remain to be fully elucidated. This review focuses on elucidating the interaction mechanisms between nanoparticles and immune cells within LNs through investigating the distribution, retention, and immunomodulatory effects of nanodrugs. By integrating tumor microenvironment characteristics, we aim to precisely regulate the targeted delivery behavior of nanoparticles, thereby advancing the development of enhanced cancer immunotherapy.

Fiber-Shaped Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells In their Research Article (10.1002/sstr.202500302), Myungkwan Song, Jin-Woo Oh, Hyung Woo Lee, and co-workers present a fully dry-fabricated, platinum-free counter electrode based on core–sheath carbon nanotube yarns for flexible fiber-shaped dye-sensitized solar cells. These electrodes exhibit uniformity, robustness, strong electrocatalysis, and enable textile integration and stable output for wearable solar devices.

Ion Exchange A layered structure of HCa0.5B6 with alternating Ca-rich and Ca-deficient planes formed via ion exchange is illustrated. The three-center two-electron B–H–B bonds at the CaB6 surface are highlighted, demonstrating a novel surface engineering strategy for functional boride materials. Mor information can be found in the Research Article by Takahiro Kondo (10.1002/sstr.202500389).

Polymeric foams have garnered significant interest in advanced engineering applications due to their unique porous architectures. Ice templating represents a promising strategy for creating polymeric foams with tunable pore morphology, yet faces practical constraints including reliance on energy‐intensive lyophilization and/or insufficient mechanical properties of the resulting foams. To address this challenge, a strategy is developed to prepare mechanically robust polymeric foams by photo‐crosslinking ice‐templated emulsions. By incorporating dynamic hindered urea bonds into the emulsion, dynamic network reconfiguration is achieved, which dramatically improves mechanical properties. The resultant foam (≈65% porosity) exhibits tensile strength and breaking strains of 7.9 MPa and 533%, with toughness of 15.8 MJ m−3. In addition, this strategy permits the construction of intricate 3D architectures using 3D‐printed sacrificial thermoplastic templates, expanding their potential applications in demanding engineering scenarios.

(CdSe) 13 magic‐sized clusters (MSCs) that consist of only 26 atoms represent an exciting class of materials at the boundary between molecules and quantum dots. At low temperatures, the characteristic photoluminescence (PL) shows signatures of the exciton bandgap emission at 3.65 eV, accompanied by a broad and redshifted emission at around 3.0 eV. Upon heating, the clusters reveal unique, energetically sharp PL features near the excitonic emission. For shedding light on the origin of these specific spectral fingerprints, density functional theory (DFT), time‐dependent DFT, and screened configuration interaction singles (SCIS) calculations are performed and compared with experimental data. The SCIS calculations identify excitonic fine structure states with strongly varying oscillator strengths, in excellent agreement with emissive states observed in time‐resolved PL experiments. Introducing undercoordinated Se defects to the structures used in the theoretical calculations reveals new optical states below the bandgap, which nicely fit to the temperature‐dependent, energetically sharp PL features. The broadband ≈3.0 eV emission is found to be a consequence of a polaron formation of optically generated electron–hole pairs in MSCs containing undercoordinated Se defects, leading to a rearrangement of the crystal lattice and thus to a significant lowering in PL energy with respect to the excitonic emission.