Cross-linking Reaction Research Articles

Ameliorated DC Insulation Performance of EPDM through Chemical Grafting with a Voltage Stabilizer

Ethylene-Propylene-Diene Rubber (EPDM) is widely utilized as a high-performance insulation material in high-voltage direct current (HVDC) cable accessories, owing to its exceptional electrical and thermal properties. In this study, we have successfully synthesized and employed 4-vinyl oxyacetophenone (VPE) as a modification agent to develop the chemically grafted EPDM materials (EPDM-g-VPE) just through thermal crosslinking reaction and melt blending approach. Infrared spectroscopy results reveal that during thermal cross-linking process, VPE efficiently grafted onto EPDM molecular-chains through free radical addition reaction. Following VPE grafting, the DC dielectric breakdown strength and electrical conductivity of EPDM are significantly increased and noticeably decreased respectively. Theoretical electronic structure calculations corroborate that VPE’s electron-affinity and energy-gap enable it to efficiently absorb thermal electron energy without undergoing collision ionization, thereby enhancing EPDM’s breakdown resistance. Simultaneously, VPE molecules exhibit a high affinity for capturing electron charge carriers within EPDM polymer-molecules. Space charge and thermally stimulated current tests demonstrate that the stable and uniformly distributed charge traps can be effectively introduced into EPDM matrix by grafting VPE modification, thereby suppressing transport and injection of charge carriers. Consequently, this approach substantially improves DC electrical insulation performance of EPDM. This research not only successfully enhances the electrical insulation performance of EPDM but also showcases the wide-ranging potential of chemical modification technology in cable accessory materials.

Engineering hemin-loaded hyaluronan needle-like microparticles with photoprotective properties against UV-induced tissue damage.

This study aimed to develop hyaluronan (HA)-based hydrogel microparticles (MPs) loaded with hemin to address the limitations of traditional macroscale hydrogels. The objective is to design MPs such that they can modulate their physicochemical properties. Given the widespread use of ultraviolet C (UVC) light in various industries and the need for protective measures against accidental exposure, this study evaluated the potential of hemin-loaded MPs to protect human dermal fibroblasts from oxidative stress and cell death caused by UVC exposure. Multiple MP formulations were developed and analysed for size, surface charge, swelling behaviour, degradation rate, and radical scavenging capabilities, both with and without hemin loading. The most promising formulations were tested against UVC-exposed cells to assess cell viability, intracellular nitric oxide (˙NO) and reactive oxygen species levels, and protein carbonylation. The fabricated particles were in the form of microneedles, and the degree of their crosslinking and the role of hemin in the chemical crosslinking reaction were found to influence the surface charge and hydrodynamic diameter of the MPs. Increased crosslinking resulted in reduced swelling, slower degradation, and decreased hemin release rate. MPs with a higher degree of swelling were capable of releasing hemin into the culture medium, leading to enhanced bilirubin generation in dermal fibroblasts following cellular uptake. Pre-treatment with these MPs protected the cells from UVC-induced cell death, nitrosative stress, and protein carbonylation. These findings highlight the potential of the studied MPs to release hemin and to minimise the harmful effects of UVC on dermal fibroblasts.

A novel high temperature resistance thin film composite polyamide reverse osmosis membrane with covalent organic frameworks intermediate layer

Both salt rejection and pressure-bearing properties of the conventional thin film composite (TFC) polyamide reverse osmosis (RO) membrane are easily weakened at high temperature. In order to improve the high temperature resistance, in this work, a polyamide TFC RO membrane with covalent organic frameworks (COFs) intermediate layer was prepared. Firstly, the COFs layer was decorated on polyether sulfone (PES) support membrane by a unidirectional diffusion method and further modified for shrinking the micropore via the chemical crosslinking reaction with 1,3-diamino-2-propanol (DAPL) or ethylenediamine (EDA), and then continued the conventional interfacial polymerization of m-phenylene diamine (MPD) and trimesoyl chloride (TMC) on the resultant COFs layer for preparing the RO membrane. Furthermore, the correlationship between the microstructure of COFs layer and the separation performance of modified RO membrane was systematically investigated. Due to the introduction of the COFTpPa-DAPL intermediate layer with more regular microstructure and specific hydrophilicity, the resultant TFC-COFTpPa-DAPL RO membrane exhibited improvement in water flux by 30 ​% (reached to 50.5 ​L ​m−2 ​h−1) and higher salt rejection (>99.5 ​%) as compared with the conventional polyamide RO membrane and other reported temperature resistance RO membranes. Meanwhile, this TFC-COFTpPa-DAPL membrane showed good long-term separation stability during the RO process for 160 ​h. Especially, its water flux increased to 98.8 ​L ​m−2 ​h−1 without weakening salt rejection (about 99.4 ​%) at 70 ​°C. This study provides an effective way to fabricate the high temperature resistance TFC polyamide RO membrane with good comprehensive separation performance based on COFs intermediate layer.

Elucidation of the mechanism of the esterification of boric acid with aliphatic diols: a computational study to help set the record straight.

We present a theoretical investigation on the esterification process for boron ester synthesis, considering boric acid and 2(R),4(S)-pentanediol as model boron and diol derivatives, respectively. We report an unprecedented mechanistic pathway, able to rationalise, in contrast with the reported ones, the relatively low Gibbs energies of activation and the pH dependence experimentally observed in the formation of boron esters. We believe that these findings will improve the possibility to predict cross-link reaction rates of boron esters as a fundamental tool in the rational design of functional materials based on boron-oxygen linkages.

The attract-kill inhibition mechanism in Ag/chitosan hydrogel for long-acting control of Ralstonia solanacearum.

In this study, we developed an innovative eco-friendly antiseptic nanocomposite, specifically a silver nanoparticle (Ag NP)-immobilized chitosan hydrogel (Ag@Cs/Csh gel), synthesized through a cross-linking reaction involving polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) and tetraethyl orthosilicate (TEOS). This nanocomposite was designed to combat Ralstonia solanacearum (R. solanacearum) infections, particularly in Solanaceae plants. Chitosan of varying molecular weights (50-190 kDa for Cs and 300-375 kDa for Csh) was used to control the swelling efficacy and regulate the release of Ag NPs. The gels were loaded with either 0.1 or 0.25 mg of Ag NPs and assessed for their antibacterial efficacy against R. solanacearum at various concentrations using the turbidity method. At 5 × 104 CFU mL-1, all gel samples, except for controls, exhibited notable antibacterial activity lasting up to 18.5 days. At higher concentrations of 5 × 106 and 5 × 108 CFU mL-1, the 0.25-Ag@Cs/Csh gel achieved nearly 100% eradication over 18.5 days. Notably, parallel experiments with various concentrations of Ag NPs alone showed limited antibacterial effectiveness against R. solanacearum. Therefore, we propose an "attract and kill" antibacterial mechanism to elucidate the enhanced disinfection capability of the Ag@Cs/Csh gel. Initially, the positively charged chitosan hydrogel attracts negatively charged bacteria, followed by steady Ag+ ion release to eradicate them, providing potent and prolonged antibacterial efficacy.

Cellulosic protic ionic liquid hydrogel confined Pd nanoparticles for selective hydrogenation of α-angelica lactone and alkenes

A cellulosic protic ILs hydrogel with confining ability to Pd NPs was synthesized through a cyclic anhydride cross-linking reaction in TMG/DMSO/CO2 solvent system, presenting good catalytic activity for the hydrogenation of α-AL and common alkenes.

Synthesis of tunable thickness-to-diameter ratio microcapsules via a diffusion-controlled process for temperature-responsive release.

Designing microcapsules with a complicated functionalized shell to respond to an external stimulus has attracted much attention for triggered release; however, simplifying the synthesis process remains a significant challenge. Herein, we initially propose a novel, simple synthesis strategy that utilizes a mixed solvent as the organic phase to control the diffusion of common monomers during interfacial polymerization, resulting in the successful preparation of microcapsules with tunable thickness-to-diameter ratios (T/D). The morphology of microcapsules is confirmed by scanning electron microscopy. We also observe that the T/D of the designed microcapsules progressively increases as the diffusion of monomers occurs, and the glass transition temperature of microcapsules is controlled. Furthermore, microcapsule-based crosslinking agents are applied to investigate the crosslinking reaction of poly(vinyl chloride). Rotational rheometer results indicate that the microcapsules exhibit an excellent external stimulus response, precisely triggering release at the predetermined temperature. This simple approach for the preparation of microcapsules with tunable physical properties has great potential for triggered release in diverse applications.

A New Solid Phase Extractor Based on Cross-linked PMMA@CNTs/GNP for the Removal of Crystal Violet and Methylene Blue Dyes

Fabrication of cross-linked 1,10-diaminodecane-poly methyl methacrylate/carbon nanotubes/graphene nanocomposites PMMA/CNTs/GNP(a-c) has been executed effectively by multistep chemical cross-linking reaction. The environmental response of the fabricated material has been investigated in intensive...

Synergetic construction of color and multifunction for sustainable lyocell fabric by microbial nano pigment

As a kind of low-carbon, environmentally friendly and high-quality regenerated cellulose fiber derived from nature plant, the promotion and application of lyocell fiber is attracting much attention. In this paper, for the first time, microbial pigment was applied for color and multifunction construction of lyocell fabric. The size change of the pigment nano-particles during the color construction process was explored to verify the dyeing mechanism of nano-suspension system, and the optimal dyeing condition was obtained. In order to improve the dyeing effect and functionality of fabric, 1,2,3,4-butanetetracarboxylic acid (BTCA) was used to realize the anionic modification of lyocell fabric with high strength retention rate. Under optimal color construction condition, the color depth of the modified fabric was 298.5% higher than that of the unmodified one, and the dyed fabric possessed excellent dyeing uniformity and permeability. Moreover, the crosslinking reaction between BTCA and cellulose macromolecules, as well as the pigment deposition inside the fibers were helpful to the fibrillation prevention function of lyocell fibers. Dyed fabrics inherited the antibacterial and ultraviolet absorption properties of prodigiosins. The bacteriostatic rate against Staphylococcus aureus was above than 98.5%, and the UV protection performance was obviously improved. This technology successfully realized the color and multi-functional construction of the lyocell fabric in one step by natural pigment from microorganism.

Fluorinated‐polyhedral oligomeric silsesquioxane (F‐POSS) functionalized halloysite nanotubes (HNTs) as an antifouling additive for epoxy resin

AbstractAntifouling epoxy resin serves as a member of advanced nanocomposite coatings and engineered surfaces. Nevertheless, developing an antifouling epoxy composites is a state‐of‐the‐art technology. Herein, a complex nanostructure is tailored to be served as an advanced additive giving the antifouling characteristics to the epoxy resin. F‐POSS@HNT hybrid nanostructure, that is, halloysite nanotubes (HNTs) decorated with fluorinated polyhedral oligomericsil sesquioxane (F‐POSS), was synthesized and characterized. Chemical structure changes, thermal stability and morphology of hydroxylated HNTs (hHNTs) intermediate and F‐POSS@HNT ultimate nanostructures were analyzed by FTIR spectroscopy, TGA and TEM, respectively. The F‐POSS@HNTs catalyzed the epoxy‐amine crosslinking reaction, taking “Good” or “Excellent” crosslinking tags an quantified by the “Cure Index.” The apparent activation energy values were calculated for the epoxy (reference), epoxy/hHNTs, and epoxy/F‐POSS@HNTs systems (26, 51, and 47 kJ mol−1, respectively). Contact angle measurements were performed via dynamic tests demonstrating improved hydro‐ and oleophobicity of the thermoset composites. The advancing contact angle with diiodomethane increased 36% and 30% for nanocomposites containing 5 and 10 wt.% of the developed hybrid nanostructure, respectively, compared with the neat epoxy. Likewise, 54% and 67% reduction in paraffin fouling in the same order confirmed their antifouling ability. Regarding self‐cleaning characteristics, 24% and 33% surface recovery were observed, respectively.Highlights Antifouling surface was achieved in epoxy thermoset nanocomposites for potential industrial applications. Self‐cleaning behavior correlated with low wetting and antifouling properties. F‐POSS@HNT nanofillers were synthesized and successfully added to epoxy matrix. Both hHNT and F‐POSS@HNT showed a beneficial autocatalytic effect on epoxy‐amine reaction yielding satisfactory polymer crosslinking. Activation energy was reduced by incorporating F‐POSS@HNT compared with hHNT, signature of facilitated crosslinking.

A bacteriophage virus-like particle vaccine against oxycodone elicits high-titer and long-lasting antibodies that sequester drug in the blood

Opioid use disorder (OUD) and opioid overdoses are public health emergencies. In 2021, 80,000 opioid overdose associated deaths were reported in the United States. Despite the availability of treatment strategies, including medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) and naloxone, opioid overdoses continue to increase at an alarming rate. Opioid vaccines are a novel approach to combat the growing crisis with several candidates recently entering human clinical trials. In this study, we investigated Qβ bacteriophage virus-like particles (VLPs) as a vaccine platform for immunogenic display of oxycodone. A derivative of oxycodone was conjugated to pre-formed Qβ VLPs using a sulfhydryl-amine reactive heterobifunctional crosslinker with high loading of oxycodone. In mice, intramuscular immunization with Qβ-oxycodone elicited high-titer, high-avidity and long-lasting antibody responses. Qβ-oxycodone was also immunogenic after storage at ambient room temperature for over two weeks, demonstrating that the vaccine is highly thermostable. In mice, immunization with Qβ-oxycodone elicited antibodies that sequester oxycodone in the serum, an important mechanism for preventing the adverse effects of opioid activity. Finally, Qβ-oxycodone is immunogenic in nonhuman primates, eliciting serum oxycodone antibodies after intramuscular immunization of rhesus macaques. These data establish Qβ-oxycodone as a promising opioid vaccine candidate.

Exploring the Gas Sensing Potential of Cross-Linked Asphaltene: A Promising Application of an Affordable Material.

In recent years, there has been significant research interest in carbon-based nanomaterials as promising candidates for sensing technologies. Herein, we present the first utilization of asphaltenes as an affordable, cost-efficient carbon-based material for gas sensing applications. Asphaltenes, derived from various oil sources, are subjected to facile cross-linking reactions to produce nanoporous carbon materials, where the asphaltene molecules from different layers are interconnected via covalent bonds. The characterization results of these cross-linked asphaltenes revealed substantial enhancement in their specific surface area and surface functionality. Quartz crystal microbalance sensors with sensing films derived from various asphaltene samples were prepared to detect different ethanol concentrations at room temperature. All the cross-linked asphaltene samples showed a significant enhancement in the sensing response (up to 430%) compared to that of their respective raw parent samples. Such a response of the cross-linked asphaltene samples was comparable to that obtained from graphene oxide. The sensor based on cross-linked asphaltenes demonstrated good linearity, with a response time of approximately 2.4 min, a recovery time of around 8 min, and an excellent response repeatability. After 30 days, the sensor based on cross-linked asphaltenes showed approximately 40% reduction in its response, suggesting long-term aging. This decline is partially attributed to the observed swelling. The current study opens the door to a deeper exploration of asphaltenes and highlights their potential as promising candidates for sensing applications.

Dynamic covalent chemistry for self-erasable fluorescent organogel

Information encryption has always played an important role in life. Herein, we have developed a self-erasable fluorescent material based on the non-equilibrium dynamic cross-linking reaction between the naphthalene and triazolinedione groups, which undergo cycloaddition under 525 nm light and spontaneous dissociation with the light off. The dynamic covalent reaction between these groups could effectively control the emission behavior of the material, allowing the visual track of chemically triggered covalent bonding processes in gelation and de-gelation of soft organogels. In addition, a light-responsive self-erasable fluorescent anti-counterfeiting system with information storage, encryption, self-erasing, and rewritability has been prepared. This material has exhibited self-erasable ability and improved the security for information encryption. Moreover, a “time-lock” information encryption system has been developed based on the irradiation time-dependent fluorescent property of this material. The development of this information encryption system not only simplifies the operation of encrypting and decrypting information but also improves their security level.

Functionalized magnetic chitosan-based adsorbent for efficient tetracycline removal: Deep investigation of adsorption behaviors and mechanisms

As removal performance of tetracyclines in traditional wastewater treatment plants cannot satisfy the increasingly strict discharge requirements, developing an efficient approach to overcome this problem is quite urgent. Herein, a novel functionalized magnetic chitosan-based adsorbent (Fe3O4@CAA) with core-shell structure and unique magnetic responsiveness was facilely prepared by ultrasound-initiated radical grafting copolymerization and cross-link reaction. The as-prepared Fe3O4@CAA was fully characterized with TEM, SEM, BET, FTIR, TGA, XRD, VSM, and served as an efficient adsorbent for tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH) removal. Adsorption behaviors of TCH by Fe3O4@CAA were deeply evaluated at different adsorption time, initial TCH concentration, reaction temperature, solution pH, and background pollutant concentration. Results showed that Fe3O4@CAA presented a more competitive adsorption capacity of 325.04 mg g−1 compared with Fe3O4@CS and other reported adsorbent, due to the introduction of more active adsorption sites by abundant functional groups, including amino groups, hydroxyl groups, and sulfonic acid groups. After saturated adsorption, TCH loaded Fe3O4@CAA was easily collected by magnetic separation, and recycled after acid pickling. Fe3O4@CAA was successfully reused in five adsorption-desorption cycles, without obvious adsorption capacity loss. In binary pollutant systems, inorganic cations and Pb(II) restrained TCH adsorption by competitive effect, while proper amount of Cu(II) promoted TCH adsorption by bridge effect. FTIR and XPS analyses revealed that the adsorption mechanism of TCH by Fe3O4@CAA mainly included electrostatic interaction and hydrogen bonding, and Cu(II) could play a “mediator” role to form a strong Cu(II)-TCH complex to enhance TCH removal performance. This study provides an effective strategy for the design of magnetic chitosan-based adsorbents and valuable guidance for the removal of tetracyclines from wastewater.

Dielectric performance improvement of polypropylene film modified by γ-ray irradiation for HVDC capacitors

Polypropylene (PP) films exhibit low dielectric strength and high losses under elevated temperatures and strong electric field environments. This paper proposes a method to improve the dielectric properties based on γ-ray irradiation crosslinking, investigates the effect of the type of sensitizer on the crosslinking reaction, and explores the effect of crosslinking structure on the dielectric properties of PP films such as breakdown strength. The results showed that the type of group in the sensitizer influenced its activity in the crosslinking reaction, and the modified films added with pentaerythritol triacrylate (PETA) exhibited the highest crosslinking degree of 25.68%. In addition, it was found that the crosslinked structure improved the stability of the molecular chains at high temperatures and reduced the probability of thermal breakdown. At 115 °C, the modified films with PETA showed a 72.5% reduction in conductivity and a 33.6% increase in breakdown strength. This method demonstrates the importance of irradiation crosslinking modification for improving the reliability of PP films in high-temperature and strong electric field applications.

Ultrahigh-Efficacy VEGF Neutralization Using Carbonized Nanodonuts: Implications for Intraocular Anti-Angiogenic Therapy.

Ocular angiogenesis, associated with diseases such as retinopathy of prematurity and diabetic retinopathy, is a leading cause of irreversible vision loss. Herein, carbon nanodonuts (CNDs) with a donut-shaped structure are synthesized using sodium alginate (SA) and 1,8-diaminooctane (DAO) through a one-step thermal process. The formation of SA/DAO-CNDs occurs through a crosslinking reaction between SA and DAO, creating amide bonds followed by partial carbonization. In human retinal pigment epithelialcells exposed to H2 O2 or lipopolysaccharide, the SA/DAO-CNDs display a more than fivefold reduction in reactive oxygen species and proinflammatory cytokines, such as IL-6 and IL-1β, when compared to carbonized nanomaterials produced exclusively from SA. Furthermore, the CNDs effectively inhibit vascular endothelial growth factor A-165 (VEGF-A165 )-induced cell migration and tube formation in human umbilical vein endothelial cells due to their strong affinity for VEGF-A165 , with a dissociation constant of 2.2 × 10-14 M, over 1600 times stronger than the commercial drug bevacizumab (Avastin). Trypsin digestion coupled with LC-MS/MS analysis reveals that VEGF-A165 interacts with SA/DAO-CNDs through its heparin-binding domain, leading to activity loss. The SA/DAO-CNDs demonstrate excellent biocompatibility and potent anti-angiogenic effects in chicken embryos and rabbit eyes. These findings suggest that SA/DAO-CNDs hold promise as a therapeutic agent for treating various angiogenesis-related ocular diseases.

2D/3D MXene/NiFeMn-layered double hydroxide decorated gelatin for removal of Cr(VI) and Congo red: Performance and mechanism

The discharge of toxic heavy metals and dyes into water is considered a principal reason for ecosystem deterioration. Therefore, the development of versatile adsorbents that can treat this threat is an urgent issue. On this basis, we designed and characterized a novel Ti3C2TX/NiFeMn-LDH@Gel composite to aptly remove hazardous hexavalent chromium ions Cr(VI) and organic Congo red dye (CR). Ti3C2TX/NiFeMn-LDH@Gel composite was facilely synthesized by introducing NiFeMn-layered double hydroxide and Ti3C2TX MXene into gelatin via a cross-linking reaction. Experimental data revealed that raising Ti3C2TX amount to 10 % in the matrix has dramatically promoted the adsorption aptitude of Ti3C2TX/NiFeMn-LDH@Gel towards Cr(VI) and CR. Freundlich model best described Cr(VI) and CR adsorption, with qmax reaching 423.73 mg/g, and 588.24 mg/g, respectively. Additionally, the adsorption kinetics of Cr(VI) and CR were fitted to the pseudo-second order model accompanied with spontaneity, randomness, and endothermic behavior. In addition, stability, and selectivity of Ti3C2TX/NiFeMn-LDH@Gel were investigated. Effect of ionic strength and interfering ions were explored as well. Besides, the recyclability test inferred superb adsorption capacities towards Cr(VI) and CR till the 5th cycle, revealing the potentiality of Ti3C2TX/NiFeMn-LDH@Gel towards anionic contaminants removal.

Overview of Tissue Engineering and Drug Delivery Applications of Reactive Electrospinning and Crosslinking Techniques of Polymeric Nanofibers with Highlights on Their Biocompatibility Testing and Regulatory Aspects.

Traditional electrospinning is a promising technique for fabricating nanofibers for tissue engineering and drug delivery applications. The method is highly efficient in producing nanofibers with morphology and porosity similar to the extracellular matrix. Nonetheless, and in many instances, the process has faced several limitations, including weak mechanical strength, large diameter distributions, and scaling-up difficulties of its fabricated electrospun nanofibers. The constraints of the polymer solution's intrinsic properties are primarily responsible for these limitations. Reactive electrospinning constitutes a novel and modified electrospinning techniques developed to overcome those challenges and improve the properties of the fabricated fibers intended for various biomedical applications. This review mainly addresses reactive electrospinning techniques, a relatively new approach for making in situ or post-crosslinked nanofibers. It provides an overview of and discusses the recent literature about chemical and photoreactive electrospinning, their various techniques, their biomedical applications, and FDA regulatory aspects related to their approval and marketing. Another aspect highlighted in this review is the use of crosslinking and reactive electrospinning techniques to enhance the fabricated nanofibers' physicochemical and mechanical properties and make them more biocompatible and tailored for advanced intelligent drug delivery and tissue engineering applications.

Adsorption of methylene blue by an antibacterial bio-sorbents from ligninsulfonate and tannin

A highly effective ligninsulfonate-tannin adsorbent (LTA) with natural antibacterial activity was developed for the removal of methylene blue (MB) from wastewater. The results of Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) showed the cross-linking reaction between CL and BWT, the results of scanning electron microscope (SEM) showed a granular structure of LTA with a rough surface. The saturation adsorption capacity of LTA for MB is 629.5 mg∙g−1, and the adsorption process is a heat-absorbing, spontaneous process corresponding to the Langmuir isothermal and the pseudo-second-order kinetic adsorption model. Density functional theory (DFT) calculations were used to further elucidate the adsorption mechanism, which was the synergistic effect of amino groups in methylene blue with phenolic hydroxyl group and sulfonic acid group in LTA. It is unexpected to find that LTA retained the natural antibacterial activity of tannins, and inhibition of E. coli and S. aureus with 80.0% and 82.0%. Thus, LTA has a high value in the removal of dyes and biological contamination from wastewater due to its excellent adsorption capacity, and natural antibacterial properties.

Use of NIR/NaBH4 combinatorial techniques for simultaneous and high-efficient adsorption of heavy metal ions from contaminated water by Chitosan/Au Janus microdisks

This article discusses the creation of a disk-shaped microsorbent with Janus morphology made with chitosan and coated with gold on one side using the sputtering technique. The aim of the research is to explore how sodium borohydride and near-infrared (NIR) light can enhance the adsorption of heavy metal ions by our synthesized adsorbent. The changes in surface morphology and composition of the chitosan part of Janus microdisks, after acid treatment and crosslinking reaction, before and after adsorption process were investigated through scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The chitosan/Au Janus microdisks were utilized in auto-catalyzed adsorption of heavy metals including, Pb, Cu, Cd, Zn, and Ni, in the presence of sodium borohydride. The isotherm, kinetic, and thermodynamic curves of adsorbance in the presence of metals were investigated. In addition, the performance of Janus microsorbents in the co-existing ions solution was studied under different conditions. The synthesized microsorbents can remove Cu ions selectively from contaminated water (>99 %) with the help of sodium borohydride. In addition, the NIR light irradiation exhibited a synergistic effect on the adsorption of Cd, Ni, and Pb ions in the presence of sodium borohydride. The borohydride ions can change the surface charge of microdisks after adsorption on their surface and increase the adsorption rate of metal cations. In addition, NIR light irradiation can accelerate the reaction of sodium borohydride with metal ions.