Amorphous materials exhibit significant potential in photocatalysis due to their higher density of catalytic activity sites. The excellent tunability allows for structural modifications aimed at enhancing various photocatalytic processes, including surface adsorption, electron-hole separation, electron transport, and energy band structure. This paper reviews recent advancements in the modification of amorphous materials to improve their photocatalytic activity. In this paper, we review the recent research progress of amorphous materials to enhance the photocatalytic activity. Firstly, we summarize the commonly used methods for structural modification of amorphous materials. Subsequently, we describe the applications of amorphous materials in different areas of photocatalysis, such as hydrogen evolution, carbon dioxide reduction and pollutant degradation. On this basis, the synergistic mechanism of amorphous materials with other types of materials in the photocatalytic process is described. Finally, we summarize the challenges of the individual viewpoints and provide a critical outlook on how amorphous materials can be sustained.

Facing the growing global challenge posed by cancer, the quest for more accurate and potent cancer diagnostic and therapeutic strategies continues to require a multidisciplinary integration approach. This review firstly summarizes various types of nanoparticles in cancer research. Subsequently, it offers a comprehensive overview of signal-enhancing techniques for visualizing in situ tumors, along with multimodal diagnostic methods for detecting metastases. As for tumor therapy, cutting-edge drug delivery methods that can cross biological barriers and the pinpoint targeting of tumor lesions for precise medical intervention are introduced. Within the domain of therapeutic diagnostics, we elucidate the theoretical underpinnings and structural paradigms that underlie a spectrum of advanced diagnostic and therapeutic modalities. Additionally, we present a compendium of publications delineating the clinical applications of each nano-based theragnostic integration platform. Finally, this comprehensive review discusses the safety concerns pertaining to the clinical application of nanoparticles and proposes some strategic recommendations to enhance the precision and safety of theragnostic-guided, nanotechnology-based clinical practices. A deeper understanding of nanomaterials, together with intimate interdisciplinary collaborations, nano-wave will most probably guide human beings to win the battle against cancers.