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Papers by Maryam Ranjbar

International Journal of NanoScience and Nanotechnology, Dec 1, 2012

In this study, isophthalic acid-zirconium(IV) nanocomposite has been prepared from zirconyl nitra... more In this study, isophthalic acid-zirconium(IV) nanocomposite has been prepared from zirconyl nitrate pentahydrate and potassium iodide, with isophthalic acid, (C 8 H 6 O 4 =Benzene-1,3-dicarboxylic acid) as a ligand, via sonochemical method in ethylene glycol and methanol as solvents. The crystalline tetragonal ZrO 2 has been produced by thermal decomposition of isophthalic acid-zirconium(IV) nanocomposite as precursor. Characterization of nanocomposite was carried out using element analysis, Fourier transfer infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), X-ray powder diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA) techniques. The results demonstrated that, pure zirconia with particle size of about 49 nm was obtained in which methanol has been used as solvent during the reaction, particle sizes was significantly reduced to about 20 nm, when ethylene glycol used as solvent during formation of the nanocomposite isophthalic acid-zirconium (IV) as precursor.

Digest Journal of Nanomaterials and Biostructures, 2014

Thermal diffusivity of zinc-aluminum layered double hydroxides synthesized at different molar rat... more Thermal diffusivity of zinc-aluminum layered double hydroxides synthesized at different molar ratios of Zn to Al; at pH 7, 8 and 10 were measured using polyvinlidene diflouride (PVDF) photoflash technique. The samples were prepared using Zn (NO 3) 2 and Al (NO 3) 3 solutions by dropwise addition of NaOH solution with vigorous stirring under nitrogen atmosphere. The different ratios of Zn to Al were obtained by changing the molar ratio of Zn (NO 3) 2 to Al (NO 3) 3 solutions. The slurry formed was kept at 70 °C in an oil bath shaker for 18 h and then filtered, washed and dried in an oven for another 48 h at 70 °C. A simple photoflash and PVDF transducer were used as light source and thermal wave detector, respectively. All the measurements of thermal diffusivity of Zn-Al layered double hydroxide were carried out at room temperature. Thermal diffusivity for all series of sample prepared at pH=7, 8 and 10 increase from R=3 to R=5. Thermal diffusivity values of zinc-aluminum layered doubled hydroxide synthesized at pH 8 are higher than the values obtained for samples prepared at pH=7 (except for R=5) and at pH 10 are highest than two other series at pH 7 and 8.

Nashrieh Shimi va Mohandesi Shimi Iran, Aug 23, 2018

In this study, pure phase nanostructured strontium-doped lanthanum manganite, La0.75Sr0.25MnO3 (L... more In this study, pure phase nanostructured strontium-doped lanthanum manganite, La0.75Sr0.25MnO3 (LSM), with a hexagonal structure was synthesized by sonochemical method. Then, XRD and SEM estimated the size of the LSM nanopowders. The results are exhibited that products synthesized in this method are compatible with particle size and morphology. Magnetic measurement was done by vibrating sample measurement (VSM) on LSM nanoparticles at room temperature. According to the results obtained from VSM displayed the saturation magnetization of LSM nanoparticles exhibited a maximum of 24.25 emu/g at room temperature. Then, the influence of LSM nanoparticle as an additive on the film morphology of CH3NH3PbI3 and the performance of perovskite solar cells was examined. We explore by using 5wt % of additive can increase the short current density (Jsc) from 14.45±0.55 to 18.29±0.38 mA/cm2 (~ 26.5 % enhancement) and power-conversion efficiency (PCE) from 8.33±0.40 to 12.41±0.35 (~ 49 % enhancement...

As a novel performance, methanol gas conversion to dimethoxymethane (DMM) in one-step based on Fe... more As a novel performance, methanol gas conversion to dimethoxymethane (DMM) in one-step based on Fe-Mo-O (iron molybdate mixed oxides) catalysts with high surface area fabricated by metal organic frameworks (MOFs) precursors was improved. For this approach, at first, Fe(III) precursors (iron (III) 1,3,5-benzenetricarboxylate (MIL-100 (Fe) and iron terephthalate (MOF-235)) and Mo(VI) precursor ((NH4)6Mo7O24·٤H2O) were synthesized. The catalysts were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FT-IR), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), transmission electron microscopy (TEM) analysis, temperature programmed desorption (NH3-TPD), dynamic light scattering (DLS) technique, Brunauer–Emmett–Teller analysis (BET) and inductively coupled plasma optical emission spectroscopy (ICP-OES) techniques. Application of MOFs as precursors was provided fabricated catalysts with high specific surface area which subsequently...

In the current study, synthesis and characterization of a new nano-structured zirconium(IV)-minox... more In the current study, synthesis and characterization of a new nano-structured zirconium(IV)-minoxidil complex (1), where minoxidil, (C9H15N5O; 6-(1-Piperidinyl)-2,4-pyrimidinediamine 3-oxide), have been investigated in two different solvents. The compound 1 has been synthesized by sonochemical method in the presence of methanol and monoethylene glycol (MEG) as solvents and characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), Fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy and elemental analysis. The thermal stability of the compound 1 has been studied by thermal gravimetric (TG) and differential thermal analyses (DTA). Pure monoclinic (m) zirconia (ZrO2) nanoparticles were readily synthesized from thermal decomposition of the compound 1 as a new precursor in both solvents. The products were characterized by FT-IR, XRD, and SEM to exhibit the phase and morphology. The results showed that, pure zirconia was produced with particles size of 53 nm and the crystal system was monoclinic wh...

International Journal of NanoScience and Nanotechnology, 2011

The study describes the synthesis and characterization of zinc(II) minoxidil nanocomposite (1). T... more The study describes the synthesis and characterization of zinc(II) minoxidil nanocomposite (1). The reaction between zinc(II) acetate, minoxidil, {C9H15N5O=minoxidil=(2,4-diamino-6-piperidine-1-yl) pyrimidine N-oxide)} as a ligand and KI as bridging agent, in methanol at 60°C leads to the formation of nano-sized Zn(II) minoxidil nanocomposite, 1. Characterization of (1) was carried out by elemental analysis, FTIR, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive x-ray analysis (EDAX), and gel-permeation chromatography analysis (GPC). The result showed that nanocomposite (1) has polymeric structure with spherical morphology and particle size of about 77 nm. Wurtzite (hexagonal) nanocrystals of zinc oxide were prepared from decomposition of the coordination polymer (1) at 400°C. Characterization of zinc oxide nanocrystals was performed by FTIR spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy (SEM), EDAX and X-ray powder diffraction XRD. The results showed that the product has spherical...

Environmental Engineering Research, 2018

In this investigation, nano ZnO was sonochemically synthesized by a novel method using a methioni... more In this investigation, nano ZnO was sonochemically synthesized by a novel method using a methionine precursor. A narrow size distribution (41-50 nm) of nano ZnO was achieved that was immobilized on perlite and applied as a catalyst in catalytic ozonation. The catalyst was characterized by fourier transform infrared spectroscopy, BET surface area, and field emission scanning electron microscope. The ozonation of recalcitrant Remazol black 5 (RB5) di-azo dye solution by means of the synthesized catalyst was investigated in a bubble column slurry reactor. The influence of pH values (7, 9, 11), catalyst dosage (8, 12, 15, 20 g L −1) and reaction time (10, 20, 30, 60 min) was investigated. Although the dye color was completely removed by single ozonation at a higher reaction time, the applied nanocatalyst improved the dye declorination kinetics. Also, the degradation of the hazardous aromatic fraction of the dye was enhanced five-times by catalytic ozonation at a low reaction time (10 min) and a neutral pH. The second-order kinetics was best fitted in terms of both RB5 color and its aromatic fraction removal. The total organic carbon analysis indicated a significant improvement in the mineralization of RB5 by catalytic ozonation using the nano-ZnO/perlite catalyst.

International Journal of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Mar 19, 2014

In this study, preparation of nano-sized gamma alumina with high specific surface area and high y... more In this study, preparation of nano-sized gamma alumina with high specific surface area and high yield by the reaction between aluminum nitrate and sodium carbonate, without using any surfactant is reported. Bohemite (Aluminum oxyhydroxide) was prepared as a precursor by strict control of pH and reaction temperature. The gel produced was purified by washing followed by centrifugation. The specific thermal program was applied for calcination. This resulted in a leaf flower shaped gamma alumina in 91% yield, with 413 m 2 /g specific surface area and average pore volume 1.624 cm 3 /g. The flower like micro sheets of gamma alumina contained spherical particles with an average size of about 38 nanometers. Elemental analysis and FTIR spectra showed that sodium and carbonate ion impurities were completely removed from the prepared gamma alumina. X-ray diffraction pattern and TG/DTA analysis confirmed that bohemite and gamma alumina phase were formed. XRD, SEM and BET data of synthesized catalyst were compared with commercial catalyst. Dehydration of methanol was conducted by the synthesized gamma alumina. The catalyst evaluations were performed at different temperatures and different weights hourly space velocities. The commercial catalyst and the synthesized catalyst were compared in this work and the results showed that the performance of nanosized catalyst was better than the commercial one.

Analytical Sciences: X-ray Structure Analysis Online, 2004

American Chemical Science Journal, 2013

A novel method for the fabrication of high purity yttria, Y 2 O 3 , nano-particles is presented b... more A novel method for the fabrication of high purity yttria, Y 2 O 3 , nano-particles is presented by thermal decomposition of salicylic acid-Y(III) nano composite as precursor. The nano composite was formed by a sonochemical method from the reaction between Y(III) nitrate hexahydrate, potassium tiocyanide, KSCN, and 2-hydroxyl benzoic acid, (salicylic acid = sal) in ethyleneglycol, eg, under ultrasonic irradiation with the rated output power of 600 W and frequency 20 KHz. Characterization of the mentioned compound was performed by FTIR spectroscopy, elemental analysis, scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and thermal analysis, TG/DTA. Yttria, nanoparticles were prepared by thermal decomposition of the nano composite at two different conditions in ambient atmosphere. The product was characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy dispersive X-ray (EDX) and fourier transform infrared (FT-IR) spectroscopy. The purity of Y 2 O 3 nano-powder tested by ICP-AES analysis is 99.99%.

AIP Conference Proceedings, 2008

The photoflash technique has been widely used for measuring thermal diffusivity of various types ... more The photoflash technique has been widely used for measuring thermal diffusivity of various types of materials. In this report thermal diffusivity of Zn-Al layered double hydroxide synthesized at different ratios of Zn to Al composition is presented. The samples were prepared using Zn(NO3)2 and Al(NO3)3 solutions at pH of 10 by drop wise addition of NaOH solution with vigorous stirring under nitrogen atmosphere. Different compositions of Zn to Al molar ratios were obtained by changing the molar ratio of Zn(NO3)2 to Al(NO3)3. The slurry formed was kept at 70 °C in an oil bath shaker for 18 h, filtered, washed and dried in an oven for 18 h at 70 °C. A simple photo flash and polyvinlidene diflouride (PVDF) film was used as light source and thermal wave detector, respectively. Thermal diffusivity of Zn-Al layered double hydroxide measure at room temperature was found increase with different compositions for Zn-Al ratio of 3-5.

Zeitschrift für Kristallographie - New Crystal Structures, 2003

The reaction between LH 2 , [pyda.H 2 ][pydc], (pyda = 2,6pyridinediamine and pydc. H 2 = 2,6-pyr... more The reaction between LH 2 , [pyda.H 2 ][pydc], (pyda = 2,6pyridinediamine and pydc. H 2 = 2,6-pyridinedicarboxylic acid), ligand with palladium(II) chloride leads to the formation of [pyda.H] 2 [PdCl 4 ]. The crystal structure of the compound was determined by X-ray diffraction. The crystal system is triclinic with space group P and one molecule per unit cell. The unit cell dimensions are a = 6.900(3) Å, b = 7.898(3) Å, c = 8.025 (3) Å, with > = 103.302(14)º, @ = 104.068(14)º and A = 92.415(12)º. The final R value is 0.0602 for 1988 reflections. The presumably of the formation [pyda.H][Pd(pydc)(pydc.H)], [Pd(pydc.H) 2 ] and [pyda.H]Cl species, was studied by IR, ESI/MS, 1 H NMR, 13 C NMR spectroscopy, and elemental analysis.

Bulletin of the Chemical Society of Japan, 1980

Analytical Sciences, 2003

In a recent publication, some coordination complexes that selfassemble in two-dimensional supramo... more In a recent publication, some coordination complexes that selfassemble in two-dimensional supramolecular networks, or layers, in the solid phase have been reported. 1 In connection with such self-assembling systems we have recently reported the crystal structure of the [{BiCl(H2O)(pydc)}2]n (pydc = 2,6pyridinedicarboxylate), [pyda•H][Cr(pydc)2]•0.5H2O, H2pydc (pyda•H = 2,6-diaminopyridinium) and [pyda•H][Zn(pydc)-(pydc•H)]•3H2O complexes. 2 The coordination around Pb(II) continues to be a matter of interest, especially the extent to which the lone pair is steriochemically active. 3 Here, we report the crystal structure of a binuclear polymeric self-assembled Pb(II) complex, [Pb(pydc)(pydc•H2)(H2O)2]n, in which two metal fragments are linked via the central four-membered Pb2O2 ring. The crystallographic inversion center is in the center of Pb2O2 ring (Fig. 1) based on an X-ray structural analysis. Preparation: To a solution of Pb(NO3)2 (0.3 g, 0.9 mmol) in water (20 cm 3) was added a solution of LH2 4 (0.5 g, 1.8 mmol) in water (150 cm 3) and the light green solution was stirred for 15 min. After two days, light green crystals were obtained. The crystals were collected, washed with fresh distilled water and dried. The pure light green crystals, {[Pb(pydc)-(pydc•H2)(H2O)2]2}n (0.45 g) were obtained in 84% yield. The X-ray data were collected on a diffractometer (Mo Kα radiation, graphite monochromator) at 110(2)K. The crystal data and experimental parameters are given in Table 1. The structure was solved by automatic direct methods using SHELXL-97. The structure was refined by full-matrix leastsquare analysis on F 2 with SHELXL. The absorption coefficient of all data is given in CIF file. The absorption was 803

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Acta Crystallographica Section E Structure Reports Online, 2009

Acta Crystallographica Section E Structure Reports Online, 2002

Nickel oxide /gadolinium dopped ceria nano powders, NiO/GDC, (NGC) with controlled morphology wer... more Nickel oxide /gadolinium dopped ceria nano powders, NiO/GDC, (NGC) with controlled morphology were synthesized by the sol-gel method. The nickel(II) coordination compounds have been used as new precursors for the preparation of ceramic material, NiO/GDC, as anodic powders for application in solid oxide fuel cell. The formation of diverse morphologies with different porosity was observed by varying the Nickel(II) coordination compounds, [NiL2(µ-acetylenedicarboxylate)]n, [NiL2(µ-terephthalate)]n and [NiL2(µ-2,6 pyridinedicarboxylate)]n,. Then three different kinds of nickel oxide / gadolinium dopped ceria, NGC (a), NGC (b), and NGC (c) samples of different shapes were developed by new precursors. Thiese powders have been used as electrocatalyst for solid oxide fuel cell. The catalytic performance of NGC anodes for the hydrogen oxidation reaction was analyzed via impedance spectra test using yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ)-supported symmetry half-cell. The modified NGC (c) anode powd...

The effect of catalyst particle size on dehydration of methanol to dimethyl ether is investigated... more The effect of catalyst particle size on dehydration of methanol to dimethyl ether is investigated using fixed bed and micro-channel reactors at different temperatures and weight hourly space velocities. The experiments were carried out at 290 and 320oC. The space velocities were changed from 10 up to 90h-1 and from 1.22 to 3.65h-1 for fixed bed and micro-channel reactors, respectively. Considering the catalyst particle size effect on dehydration reaction, the particle size was changed from 0.063 to 1mm. Commercial gamma alumina was used as catalyst in all the experiments. The fabricated micro-channel reactor had 40 channels with 1mm diameter and 6 cm length. The channels were sub-coated with alumina and finally were coated with gamma alumina as dehydration catalyst. The results showed that methanol conversions were increased by increasing the temperature and decreasing the particle size of the catalyst. Furthermore, methanol conversion in micro-channel reactor was less than for fixe...