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The morphology of V2O5 nanostructures deposited on quartz glass
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the confocal microscope images of morphology evolution of vanadium pentaoxide nanostructures on quartz glass obtained by annealing as-prepared films at 500C and 600C under synthetic air.
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SEM micrographs of the V2O5 coatings after thermal treatment under reducing atmosphere
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the scanning electron microscopy (SEM) micrographs of V2O5 coatings on the silicon substrate after thermal treatment under a reducing atmosphere. Thin films were annealed at 600C and 700C for 10 under a reducing atmosphere (94% Ar, 6% H2).
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SEM micrographs of V2O5 thin film morphology dependent on substrate types
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the scanning electron microscopy (SEM) micrographs of V2O5 thin film morphology dependent on substrate types. The as-prepared thin films were deposited on alumina, zirconium, zirconium oxide and metallic vanadium substrate, then was annealing under an oxidizing atmosphere at 600C for 10h. The results show that the morphology of...
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SEM micrographs of morphology evolution of V2O5 thin films on silicon substrate
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the scanning electron microscopy (SEM) micrographs of V2O5 thin films deposited on a silicon substrate. The as-prepared thin films were annealing under an oxidizing atmosphere in the temperature range 250-600C. The results show that the morphology of the films dependent on the annealing temperature.
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Natural/bio-based sorbents as greener extractive materials for endocrine disrupting compounds in samples of different matrix composition
PublicationEndocrine-disrupting compounds (EDCs) are a group of chemicals that interfere with the endocrine system, leading to adverse effects on human health and the environment. Increasing concerns over the EDCs presence in various environmental compartments has driven the search for greener extraction materials. Recently, the use of polymers of natural origin (biopolymers) has been demonstrated to be an effective and promising research...
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Metal-Organic Frameworks-Based Sensors for the Detection of Toxins in Food: A Critical Mini-Review on the Applications and Mechanisms
PublicationUsing scientific technologies to detect toxins in food is significant to prevent food safety problems and protect people’s health. Recently, the rise of sensors has made rapid, efficient, and safe detection of food toxins possible. One of the key factors impacting the sensor’s performance is the nanomaterials employed. Metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), with high specific surface area, tunable composition, porous structure, and flexible...
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Reviewing the recent developments of using graphene-based nanosized materials in membrane separations
PublicationAccording to the potentialities of graphene-based materials and their unique physicochemical properties. Such 2D nanomaterials are likely to be the most implemented within the improvement of the selective separations of polymer membranes, together with enhanced physicochemical properties (such as hydrophilicity/hydrophobicity, transport of molecules, mechanical and thermal features, among others). Hence, this review compiles and...
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Modern trends in solid phase extraction: New sorbent media
PublicationBased on the recently published literature, this review provides an update of the most important features and application of formats and devices employed in solid phase extraction (SPE). Special attention was paid on new trapping media proposed in SPE prior the chromatography analysis, based on the use of nanostructured materials, including carbon nanomaterials, electrospun nanofibers, dendrimes and magnetic nanoparticles, molecular...
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Crystalline Polysaccharides: A Review
PublicationThe biodegradability and mechanical properties of polysaccharides are dependent on their architecture (linear or branched) as well as their crystallinity (size of crystals and crystallinity percent). The amount of crystalline zones in the polysaccharide significantly governs their ultimate properties and applications (from packaging to biomedicine). Although synthesis, characterization, and properties of polysaccharides have been...
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FTIR spectra of V2O5 nanostructures
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains FTIR spectra of vanadium pentaoxide nanostructures obtained by the sol-gel with different annealing temperatures under synthetic air.
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Thermal behaviour of vanadium xerogel powder under oxidizing atmosphere
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the results of the thermal behavior of the vanadium xerogel powder. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials.
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Thermal behaviour of vanadium xerogel powder under argon atmosphere
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the results of the thermal behavior of the vanadium xerogel powder. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials.
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Nanoparticle-assisted biohydrogen production from pretreated food industry wastewater sludge: Microbial community shifts in batch and continuous processes
PublicationBiohydrogen production from industrial waste has gained a significant attention as a sustainable energy source. In this study, the enrichment of biohydrogen production from pretreated dissolved air flotation (DAF) sludge, generated from food industry wastewater treatment plants, was investigated using SiO2@Cu-Ag dendrites cor- e–shell nanostructure (NS). The effect of NS on the changes of the microbial community and biohydrogen...
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Reduced Graphene Oxide Joins Graphene Oxide To Teach Undergraduate Students Core Chemistry and Nanotechnology Concepts
PublicationNovel carbon nanomaterials such as reduced graphene oxide (rGO) and graphene oxide (GO) can be easily incorporated into the undergraduate curriculum to discuss basic chemistry and nanotechnology concepts. This paper describes a laboratory experiment designed to study the differences between GO and rGO regarding their physico-chemical properties (e.g. color, hydrophobicity, type of functional groups, electrical conductivity etc.)....
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Polysaccharide-based electroconductive hydrogels: Structure, properties and biomedical applications
PublicationArchitecting an appropriate platform for biomedical applications requires setting a balance between simplicity and complexity. Polysaccharides (PSAs) play essential roles in our life in food resources, structural materials, and energy storage capacitors. Moreover, the diversity and abundance of PSAs have made them an indispensable part of food ingredients and cosmetics. PSA-based hydrogels have been extensively reviewed in biomedical...
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XRD patterns of V2O5 thin films deposited on isotropic etching silicon substrates (111)
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the XRD patterns of V2O5 thin films deposited on isotropic etching silicon substrates (111). The silicon wafers were etched in a mixture of nitric acid, hydrofluoric acid, and acetic acid in the ratio of 40:1:15. The soaking time for the substrates was from 30 to 90 seconds. The thin films were obtained by the sol-gel method. ...
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FTIR spectra of VO2 and V2O3 nanostructures
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the FTIR spectra of VO2 and V2O3 nanostructures obtained by the sol-gel with different reaction conditions. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials. The xerogel powder was annealing under argon atmosphere in the temperature range 400-1000C. The results show that the morphology...
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Microscale diamond protection for a ZnO coated fiber optic sensor
PublicationFiber optic sensors are widely used in environmental, biological and chemical sensing. Due to the demanding environmental conditions in which they can be used, there is a risk of damaging the sensor measurement head placed in the measuring field. Sensors using nanolayers deposited upon the fiber structure are particularly vulnerable to damage. A thin film placed on the surface of the fiber end-face can be prone to mechanical damage...
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Functionalization of indium-tin-oxide electrodes by laser-nanostructured gold thin films for biosensing applications
Publicationof a relatively large area formed by pulsed laser nanostructuring of thin gold films arereported and discussed. The SEM inspection of modified electrodes reveals the presence of the nearlyspherical and disc-shaped particles of dimensions in the range of 40–120 nm. The NP-array geometry canbe controlled by selection of the laser processing conditions. It is shown that particle size and packingdensity of the array are important factors...
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Morphology and structure of V2O5 nanorods deposited on the silicon substrate after reduction
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the XRD patterns and SEM micrographs of V2O5 nanorods on the silicon substrate after thermal treatment under a reducing atmosphere. Thin films were annealed at 500C for 40 under a reducing atmosphere (94% Ar, 6% H2).
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SEM micrographs of V2O5 thin films deposited on isotropic etching silicon substrates (111)
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the scanning electron microscopy (SEM) micrographs of V2O5 thin films deposited on isotropic etching silicon substrates (111). The silicon wafers were etched in a mixture of nitric acid, hydrofluoric acid, and acetic acid in the ratio of 40:1:15. The soaking time for the substrates was from 30 to 90 seconds. The thin films were...
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Polysaccharides in fabrication of membranes: A review
PublicationSustainability concerns have motivated and directed a great deal of interest over the past decade towards the development of green technologies. Polysaccharides are green polymers, which experienced growing demand to substitute chemically synthetic polymers. Different types of polysaccharides i.e. cellulose-, starch-, chitin- alginate-, and chitosan-based carbohydrate polymers have been applied in the fabrication of separation...
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Pyrrole bearing diazocrowns: Selective chromoionophores for lead(II) optical sensing
PublicationDiazocrowns of 18-, 21- and 23-membered rings with pyrrole residue as a part of macrocycle were for the first time used as chromoionophores in lead(II) selective optodes. Sensing properties of optodes depend on the type of macrocycle, namely its size and the type of linker: oligoether or hydrocarbon chain. The best results were obtained for optode bearing 18-membered crown with oligoether linker showing linear response range of...
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The interaction of the pulsed laser irradiation with titania nanotubes - Theoretical studies on the thermal effect
PublicationThis paper reports temperature dispersion simulations of titania nanotubes irradiated by the 355 nm, pulsed, nanosecond laser. The modelling with the use of Finite Elements Method concerns titania nanotubes of the length and the wall thickness in the range of 0.5–2 μm and 5–20 nm, respectively. The uniqueness of the morphology was preserved by ensuring the wall thickness variation along the height of the tube, which was determined...
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The Chemical and Biological Properties of Nanohydroxyapatite Coatings with Antibacterial Nanometals, Obtained in the Electrophoretic Process on the Ti13Zr13Nb Alloy
PublicationThe risk of an early inflammation after implantation surgery of titanium implants has caused the development of different antimicrobial measures. The present research is aimed at characterizing the effects of nanosilver and nanocopper dispersed in the nanohydroxyapatite coatings, deposited on the Ti13Zr13Nb alloy, and on the chemical and biological properties of the coatings.The one-stage deposition process was performed by the...
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Silver nanoparticles induce premutagenic DNA oxidation that can be prevented by phytochemicals from Gentiana asclepiadea
PublicationAmong nanomaterials, silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have the broadest and most commercial applications due to their antibacterial properties, highlighting the need for exploring their potential toxicity and underlying mechanisms of action. Our main aim was to investigate whether AgNPs exert toxicity by inducing oxidative damage to DNA in human kidney HEK 293 cells. In addition, we tested whether this damage could be counteracted...
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Linear impedance of V2O5 nanorods obtained at 903K
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the linear electrical properties of V2O5 nanorods which were measured by the impedance spectroscopy method. V2O5 nanorods were obtained by the sol-gel method. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials. The precursor powder was pressed into the disk-shaped pellets (12mm in diameter...
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Thermal behavior of VO2/V2O3 nanostructures obtained at 500°C under argon atmosphere
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the results of the thermal behavior of the VO2/V2O3 nanostructures. The vanadium oxides nanostructures were synthesized by the sol-gel method, where obtained xerogel powder was annealing at 500°C under an argon atmosphere. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials.
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Thermal behavior of VO2/V2O3 nanostructures obtained at 1000°C under argon atmosphere
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the results of the thermal behavior of the VO2/V2O3 nanostructures. The vanadium oxides nanostructures were synthesized by the sol-gel method, where obtained xerogel powder was annealing at 1000°C under an argon atmosphere. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials.
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Thermal behavior of VO2/V2O3 nanostructures obtained at 650°C under reducing atmosphere
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the results of the thermal behavior of the VO2/V2O3 nanostructures. The vanadium oxides nanostructures were synthesized by the sol-gel method, where obtained xerogel powder was annealing at 650°C under a reducing atmosphere (95% Ar 5% H2). The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials.
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Thermal behavior of VO2/V2O3 nanostructures obtained at 400°C under argon atmosphere
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the results of the thermal behavior of the VO2/V2O3 nanostructures. The vanadium oxides nanostructures were synthesized by the sol-gel method, where obtained xerogel powder was annealing at 400°C under an argon atmosphere. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials.
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Thermal behavior of VO2/V2O3 nanostructures obtained at 700°C under argon atmosphere
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the results of the thermal behavior of the VO2/V2O3 nanostructures. The vanadium oxides nanostructures were synthesized by the sol-gel method, where obtained xerogel powder was annealing at 700°C under an argon atmosphere. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials.
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Linear impedance of V2O5 nanorods obtained at 913K
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the linear electrical properties of V2O5 nanorods which were measured by the impedance spectroscopy method. V2O5 nanorods were obtained by the sol-gel method. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials. The precursor powder was pressed into the disk-shaped pellets (12mm in diameter...
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Thermal behavior of VO2/V2O3 nanostructures obtained at 800°C under argon atmosphere
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the results of the thermal behavior of the VO2/V2O3 nanostructures. The vanadium oxides nanostructures were synthesized by the sol-gel method, where obtained xerogel powder was annealing at 800°C under an argon atmosphere. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials.
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Thermal behavior of VO2/V2O3 nanostructures obtained at 600°C under argon atmosphere
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the results of the thermal behavior of the VO2/V2O3 nanostructures. The vanadium oxides nanostructures were synthesized by the sol-gel method, where obtained xerogel powder was annealing at 600°C under an argon atmosphere. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials.
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Linear impedance of V2O5 nanorods obtained at 893K
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the linear electrical properties of V2O5 nanorods which were measured by the impedance spectroscopy method. V2O5 nanorods were obtained by the sol-gel method. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials. The precursor powder was pressed into the disk-shaped pellets (12mm in diameter...
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Macrocyclic derivatives of imidazole as chromoionophores for bismuth(III)/lead(II) pair
Publication18-membered diazomacrocycles with imidazole or 4-methylimidazole residue as a part of macrocycle were used as chromoionophores in bismuth(III) and lead(II) dual selective optodes for the first time. Cellulose triacetate membranes doped with macrocyclic chromoionophores are bismuth(III) and lead(II) selective with color change from orange/red to different shades of blue and violet, respectively. Results obtained for model and real...
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Characterization of Highly Filled Glass Fiber/Carbon Fiber Polyurethane Composites with the Addition of Bio-Polyol Obtained through Biomass Liquefaction
PublicationThis work aims to investigate the process of obtaining highly filled glass and carbon fiber composites. Composites were manufactured using previously obtained cellulose derived polyol, polymeric methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (pMDI). As a catalyst, dibutyltin dilaurate 95% and Dabco® 33-LV were used. It was found that the addition of carbon and glass fibers into the polymer matrix causes an increase in the mechanical properties...
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Pretreatment of Lignocellulosic Materials as Substrates for Fermentation Processes
PublicationLignocellulosic biomass is an abundant and renewable resource that potentially contains large amounts of energy. It is an interesting alternative for fossil fuels, allowing the production of biofuels and other organic compounds. In this paper, a review devoted to the processing of lignocellulosic materials as substrates for fermentation processes is presented. The review focuses on physical, chemical, physicochemical, enzymatic,...
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Kombucha from alternative raw materials – The review
PublicationNowadays, people's awareness about the role of diet in maintaining well-being and good health has increased. Consumers expect that the products not only provide them with essential nutrients but will also be a source of biologically active substances, which are beneficial to their health. One of the "healthy trends," which has appeared among the consumers worldwide is kombucha, a tea drink with high antioxidant potential, obtained...
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Simulation of hybridized nanofluids flowing and heat transfer enhancement via 3-D vertical heated plate using finite element technique
PublicationThe present study probed the creation of heat energy and concentrating into Newtonian liquids across vertical 3D-heated plates. The role of the Soret and Dufour theories in concentrating and energy formulas is discussed. The role of hybrid nanoparticles is introduced to illustrate particle efciency in terms of solute and thermal energy. It is removed a viscous dissipation process and a changing magnetic feld. The proposed approach...
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Effect of ionic liquids on surface and photocatalytic properties of selected semiconducttors
PublicationThe main aim of this doctoral dissertation was to explain the role of ionic liquids in shaping the morphology of selected semiconductors, thereby enhancing the photocatalytic activity. In order to achieve this goal, the following research steps were taken: (i) developing synthesis methods of selected semiconductors, with particular emphasis on the electrochemical oxidation method; (ii) understanding the influence of the selected...
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Natural carbon-based quantum dots and their applications in drug delivery: A review
PublicationNatural carbon based quantum dots (NCDs) are an emerging class of nanomaterials in the carbon family. NCDs have gained immense acclamation among researchers because of their abundance, eco-friendly nature, aqueous solubility, the diverse functionality and biocompatibility when compared to other conventional carbon quantum dots (CDs).The presence of different functional groups on the surface of NCDs such as thiol, carboxyl, hydroxyl,...
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Maillard-reaction (glycation) of biopolymeric packaging films; principles, mechanisms, food applications
PublicationBackground The biodegradable, biocompatible, sustainable, and renewable nature of biomaterials has led to increased interest in developing biopolymeric food packaging films (BFPFs) with green ingredients and strategies. To enhance the performance of these films, biopolymer molecules can be modified or combined with additives like nanomaterials, cross-linkers, bioactive compounds, and other polymers, particularly with Maillard-reaction...
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Oznaczanie tlenu – od metody Winklera do czujników enzymatycznych (Determination of oxygen – from Winkler Method to enzymatic sensor)
PublicationMonitoring of dioxygen levels is of utmost importance from the view-point of life processes, medical diagnostics, nutrition and chemical industries. In all these measurements both low and high levels of this element are important. The common methods for the determination of dioxygen are the Winkler method, Clark electrode and pulsoxymeters. A new, already strong field of research can be now recognized – the development of miniaturized...
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Linear impedance of V2O5 nanorods obtained at 923K
Open Research DataThe DataSet contains the linear electrical properties of V2O5 nanorods which were measured by the impedance spectroscopy method. V2O5 nanorods were obtained by the sol-gel method. The information about xerogel powder synthesis is described in the Journal of Nanomaterials. The precursor powder was pressed into the disk-shaped pellets (12mm in diameter...
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Potential of novel atomic emission techniques as a tool for investigation of the possibilities of using industrial waste as additives in construction materials
PublicationNowadays, due to the global ecological crisis and ways to prevent a climate disaster, more and more attention is paid to green techno-logies and green Chemistry, which are part of the so-called “The Green Deal.” The main assumption is the optimization of the processes of producing necessary goods and the implementation of methods of managing postproduction waste in the least environmentally harmful manner. In the presented research,...
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Technologie otrzymywania nanomateriałów -L, Nanotechnologia, sem. 4 (NAN1B014/1)
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Influence of alkali metal cations on the photoactivity of crystalline and exfoliated amorphous WO3 – photointercalation phenomenon
PublicationIn order to investigate the effect of photointercalation on photoelectrochemical properties, two types of WO3-based photoanodes, bulk and exfoliated have been prepared and investigated. An aqueous exfoliation method is introduced for the simple fabrication of amorphous and hydrated WO3 nanomaterial using commercial bulk WO3 precursor. The comparison of obtained material with bulk WO3 was performed using Raman, UV–vis, and XPS as...
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Local structural and chemical ordering of nanosized Pt(3±δ)Co probed by multiple-scattering x-ray absorption spectroscopy
PublicationThis work reports a detailed investigation of the local structure and chemical disorder of a Pt(3±δ)Co thin film and Pt(3±δ)Co nanoparticles. We have used a combination of techniques including x-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS), x-ray diffraction (XRD), and high-resolution transmission electron microscopy (TEM). The important effect of chemical ordering on pair and three-atom configurations has been studied using computer simulations...