Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rasmus Svensson, Henrik Gronbeck
Summary: Single atom alloy catalysts offer higher turnover frequencies and selectivities than monometallic catalysts. Pd embedded in Au nanoparticles was studied as a catalyst for the direct formation of H2O2 from O2 and H2 in an aqueous solution. The simulations revealed that Pd monomers facilitated H2 dissociation, while H2O2 was formed over undercoordinated Au sites. Tuning the nanoparticle composition and reaction conditions was found to enhance the selectivity towards H2O2. This approach is applicable for various hydrogenation reactions over single atom alloy nanoparticles.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Shuang Dong, Zhou Yang, Baoliang Liu, Jintao Zhang, Peng Xu, Meng Xiang, Tong Lu
Summary: The research focuses on the development of high performance electrochemical sensors using biomass waste derived carbon materials, namely well-ordered macroporous carbon (OMC) and N-doped carbon thin layer (N-C) derived from Loofah sponge. The polydopamine-based method used in this study allows for the loading of noble metal NPs (Pd, Au and Ag) on the carbon materials, leading to excellent electrochemical sensing performances for various reactions such as H2O2 reduction, glucose oxidation and nitrite oxidation. This approach shows promise for a wide range of applications in electrochemical sensors and biosensors.
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenbo Lu, Xue Zhang, Wenting Tong, Ming Wei
Summary: In this study, Au nanoparticle decorated Ni2P nanosheet arrays (Au/Ni2P) with a porous grid were synthesized for the first time. A hydroquinone sensor was fabricated using Au/Ni2P with a porous grid, taking advantage of the synergistic catalysis of Au nanoparticles and Ni2P. The sensor exhibited excellent performance with a wide linear range, high sensitivity, and reliable selectivity, repeatability, and stability.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ioannis A. Poimenidis, Nikandra Papakosta, Argyro Klini, Maria Farsari, Stavros D. Moustaizis, Michalis Konsolakis, Panagiotis A. Loukakos
Summary: In this study, we investigated the electrochemical characteristics of Nickel Foam (NF) electrodes decorated with various thicknesses of Ni nanoparticles using the Pulsed Laser Deposition technique. The NF electrode decorated with 300 nm Ni nanoparticles exhibited improved electrochemical performance with reduced overpotential values and a lower Tafel slope compared to the bare NF electrode. Furthermore, the Ni/NF 300 electrode showed a 15-fold increase in electrochemically active surface area (ECSA) compared to the NF electrode.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING B-ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL SOLID-STATE MATERIALS
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Burak Yapici, Ozlem Gokdogan Sahin
Summary: M@Pd/CNT (M: Zn, Mn, Ag, Co, V, Ni) core-shell and Pd/CNT nanoparticles were prepared by sodium borohydride reduction and investigated as cathode catalysts for hydrogen peroxide reduction. The results showed that the Zn@Pd/CNT-modified electrode exhibited the highest current density and the lowest charge transfer resistance among the synthesized electrocatalysts.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Young Jun Kim, Ju Young Maeng, Seon Young Hwang, Ju Hyun Yang, Ilsun Yoon, Chang Woo Myung, Choong Kyun Rhee, Youngku Sohn
Summary: The electrochemical CO2 reduction method is a green energy and environmental solution. The use of Au/Ni electrodes allows for the direct synthesis of long-chain hydrocarbons, providing a novel energy and environmental strategy.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Debabrata Chanda, Ramato Ashu Tufa, David Aili, Suddhasatwa Basu
Summary: A low cost, non-toxic, and highly selective catalyst based on a Cu-lignin molecular complex has been developed for CO2 electroreduction to produce ethanol. The catalyst showed improved electrochemical performance due to an increase in active site numbers and changes in the oxidation states of Cu and NF caused by the presence of lignin.
Article
Electrochemistry
Zhiqiang Zhang, Qiuyu Xia, Yunkai Chen, Xuexue Pan, Emmanuel Pamete, Yong Zhang, Volker Presser, Qamar Abbas, Xinman Chen
Summary: A nanocomposite of graphene, cobalt hydroxide, and nickel with a large specific surface area and improved diffusion performance can be conveniently synthesized on gold-silver alloy lines. This electrode exhibits enhanced capacity and cycling stability, showing potential for the development of high-performance micro-supercapacitors.
ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Imann Mosleh, Alireza Abbaspourrad
Summary: In this study, a palladium binding peptide, Pd4, was used to synthesize catalytically active palladium-decorated gold (Pd-on-Au) nanoparticles and palladium-gold alloy nanoparticles (PdxAu100-x) with high nitrite degradation efficiency. The catalytic activity of Pd-on-Au NPs correlated with the surface coverage of gold, while the activity of PdxAu100-x alloy NPs varied based on palladium composition. The highest nitrite removal efficiency was achieved at 100% surface coverage for Pd-on-Au NPs and x=59 for PdxAu100-x alloy NPs.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chun Huang, Chia-Yi Chen, Thou-Jen Whang
Summary: The foam Ni/MnO2/Pd cathode demonstrated a phenol degradation rate of 91.6% at a current density of 2 mA/cm(2) for 2 hours, higher than that of foam Ni/MnO2 and foam Ni/Pd. Furthermore, a thin layer of MnO2 was deposited to immobilize the Pd on the foam Ni/MnO2/Pd cathode, reducing Pd loss in cleaning process and improving reusability without compromising phenol degradation efficiency.
MATERIALS CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Shuang Wu, Zheni Wang, Lei Wan, Chenghui Luo, Shams Ali Baig, Xinhua Xu
Summary: The study demonstrated that adding a complexing agent into the impregnation solution can enhance the ECH activity of the Pd/Ni foam electrode, leading to a faster and more efficient dechlorination effect of clofibric acid (CA).
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Electrochemistry
Md Shafiul Islam, Alan J. Branigan, Borkat Ullah, Christopher J. Freeman, Maryanne M. Collinson
Summary: Potentiometric redox sensing in solutions containing multiple redox molecules was evaluated using nanoporous gold-platinum and unmodified nanoporous gold electrodes. The addition of platinum increased the rate of the oxygen reduction reaction and affected the shape of the potentiometric titration curves. Moreover, the sensitivity was enhanced by the addition of platinum.
JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yueshan Xu, Daoxiong Wu, Peilin Deng, Jing Li, Junming Luo, Qi Chen, Wei Huang, Chong Michael Shim, Chunman Jia, Zhongxin Liu, Yijun Shen, Xinlong Tian
Summary: Direct methane oxidation to high value-added C1 chemicals is a promising strategy. This study explores the atomic-level effect of PdAu atoms on the reaction and finds that Pd9Au1 nanowires exhibit the highest yield and selectivity.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chi-Jung Chang, Jem-Kun Chen, Kuen-Song Lin, Ci-You Huang, Chieh-Lin Huang
Summary: The ZnO@ZnS nanorod-decorated Ni foam photocatalyst showed enhanced photocatalytic activity for hydrogen generation compared to the ZnO/Ni foam counterpart. The incorporation of the ZnS shell and the conductive Ni foam substrate facilitated the separation of photoexcited charge carriers. The porous texture of the Ni foam promoted effective contact between the sacrificial agent and the immobilized photocatalyst, leading to improved hydrogen generation performance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2021)
Article
Electrochemistry
Qing Cui, Daniel Josef Bell, Siqi Wang, Mojtaba Mohseni, Daniel Felder, Jonas Lolsberg, Matthias Wessling
Summary: This study successfully fabricated stable and flexible PEDOT: PSS and PEDOT: PSS/CNT hollow fibers using a simple wet-spinning method, and demonstrated their catalytic activity in generating hydrogen peroxide in ORR for the first time. The composite electrodes exhibited high production rates and long-term stability.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Xiao Ma, Yujing Gao, Lingling Di, Hanning Ma, Bin Mei, Junjian Zhang, Amei Wang, Ke Feng, Lishan Yang, Zhongwei Chen
Summary: This study analyzed the epidemiological and clinical information of 1738 diagnosed patients in Wuhan Dongxihu Fangcang Hospital. The findings revealed that most patients had a good prognosis and mental health.
DISASTER MEDICINE AND PUBLIC HEALTH PREPAREDNESS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yan-Tong Xu, Zi-Ming Ye, De-Xuan Liu, Xiao-Yun Tian, Dong-Dong Zhou, Chun-Ting He, Xiao-Ming Chen
Summary: Two new Zn(II) imidazolate frameworks incorporating MoO4 2- or WO4 2- units were reported, which can catalyze the cycloaddition of CO2 and epichlorohydrin at room temperature and atmospheric pressure, achieving high yields. The modulation mechanisms of the MoO4 2- unit in optimizing the electronic structure of Zn(II) center were revealed.
CHINESE CHEMICAL LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaomin Zhang, Tingzhou Yang, Yongguang Zhang, Xingbo Wang, Jiayi Wang, Yebao Li, Aiping Yu, Xin Wang, Zhongwei Chen
Summary: This study reports nitrogen (N)-anchored single-atom catalysts (SACs) on highly ordered N-doped carbon nanotube arrays as the sulfur host for fast redox conversion in lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries. The synergistic enhancement effect induced by adjacent single atoms with interatomic distances <1 nm further accelerates the rapid multi-step reaction of sulfur at high sulfur loadings. The obtained Li-S batteries exhibit outstanding cycle stability and high capacity, contributing to the development of practically viable Li-S batteries.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yan-Tong Xu, Ke-Cheng Ren, Zui-Miao Tao, Daniel Kobina Sam, Enlang Feng, Xiang Wang, Gengming Zhang, Junchi Wu, Yan Cao
Summary: In this study, red mud (RM) is used for the first time as an efficient electrochemical catalyst in the nitrate-to-ammonia reduction reaction (NARR) based on renewable energy. The results show that RM exhibits excellent performance in the NARR and when combined with photovoltaic technology. This promises a low-cost RM catalyst for sustainable ammonia production and recycling of red mud.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jiabing Liu, Gaoran Li, Dan Luo, Jianhui Li, Xinyu Zhang, Qiang Li, Haipeng Li, Yongguang Zhang, Zhongwei Chen
Summary: In this study, a hierarchical and hollow nanoplate assembled by Fe-doped Co3O4 nanosheets (Fe-Co3O4 HHNPs) is designed as an advanced sulfur nanoreactor to overcome the challenges faced by lithium-sulfur batteries. The interlaced nanosheets establish a robust and porous network for fast charge transfer and efficient active site exposure. The heteroatomic Fe incorporation tailors the electronic structure, contributing to massive active sites that lower the energy barrier for sulfur conversions. The resulting sulfur adsorption and catalyzation endow the Li-S cells with high capacity retention and decent rate performance.
ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tingzhou Yang, Dan Luo, Aiping Yu, Zhongwei Chen
Summary: The rapid spread of electric vehicles with lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) poses significant challenges and environmental risks for recyclers in managing waste and after scrap. Closed-loop recycling plays a crucial role in sustaining battery development and mitigating raw material shortages and supply chain risks. This article outlines and evaluates current methods for direct cathode regeneration in industrialized recycling, summarizes different regeneration methods for spent cathode materials, providing a new perspective for closed-loop recycling of LIBs. A proposed reference recycling route for retrofitting existing cathode production lines minimizes costs. In addition to promoting the industrialization of direct cathode recycling, the article also emphasizes the environmental, economic, and political benefits of battery recycling.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Review
Energy & Fuels
Alisa Kozhushner, Qing Li, Lior Elbaz
Summary: Polymer Electrolyte Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFCs) are hindered by the deficient durability of carbonaceous materials used to support platinum-based catalysts, resulting in electrochemical corrosion and performance loss. Many research groups have investigated heteroatom-doped carbons to improve corrosion resistance. This paper reviews recent studies on heteroatom-doped carbon supports, specifically N, B, and S dopants, and their effects on carbon corrosion in PEMFCs.
Article
Chemistry, Organic
Xi Ke, Xianheng Wang, Yuan Liu, Linming Zuo, Yuhe Wang, Changkuo Zhao
Summary: In this study, a ring-closing metathesis (RCM) synthesis strategy was used to introduce a spirocycle functional group at the 5-position of CPT. The resulting 5-spirocycle CPT compound was obtained with a yield of 73%.
JOURNAL OF HETEROCYCLIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Guobin Wen, Bohua Ren, Xinyu Yang, Yiming Chen, Lichao Tan, Xin Wang, Zhongwei Chen
Summary: In situ electrodeposition of copper on carbon fabric substrates improves the activity and selectivity of catalysts, leading to high conversion rates in a customized flow-through electrolyzer. This approach demonstrates promising prospects for industrial applications of CO2 electrolysis, even in impure CO2 environments.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ya-Ping Deng, Yi Jiang, Ruilin Liang, Ning Chen, Weiwei Chen, Zu-Wei Yin, Graham King, Dong Su, Xin Wang, Zhongwei Chen
Summary: This article investigates the impact of anionic contribution on the dynamic reconstruction and battery behavior of 3d-metal selenides in rechargeable Zn-air batteries. Through theoretical modeling, experimental techniques, and advanced electron microscopy, the study reveals that anionic chemistry plays a positive role in enhancing the battery performance, and proposes the concept of Se back-feeding to explain this phenomenon.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiaohang Du, Chenxu Wen, Yuhong Luo, Dan Luo, Tingzhou Yang, Lanlan Wu, Jingde Li, Guihua Liu, Zhongwei Chen
Summary: A p-n typed heterostructure consisting of NiO-MoS2@CNFs was designed as both cathode sulfur immobilizer and anode Li stabilizer for Li-S batteries. The heterostructure established a built-in electric field across the heterointerface to facilitate the positive charge transfer. The obtained Li-S full battery showed high areal capacity and stable cycling performance.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tao Chen, Yan-Tong Xu, Qing Guo, Xiaoli Chen, Qiucheng Su, Yan Cao
Summary: In this work, oxytetracycline-derived CDs (OCDs) with excellent photoluminescence characteristics and fluorescence switch performance for Fe(iii) detection were successfully fabricated. The OCDs showed a rapid detection time of 2 minutes and a low limit of detection (LOD) of 0.440 μM (24.6 ppb), making it one of the most sensitive CDs-based Fe(iii) fluorescent switch materials reported. The study also revealed the contributions of fluorophore concentration and affinity between fluorophore and quencher, providing a roadmap for the design of metal ion fluorescence switch materials.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tong Wang, Tingzhou Yang, Dan Luo, Michael Fowler, Aiping Yu, Zhongwei Chen
Summary: Metal-air batteries (MABs) have shown great potential as next-generation batteries due to their low cost, high safety, and environmental friendliness. Solid-state electrolytes (SSEs) can solve the challenges of volatile liquid electrolytes and protect the oxygen electrodes. However, solid-state MABs still face many challenges.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jing Zhang, Pan Xu, Zhiyu Mao, Xuehui Gao, Emil Marquez, Ja-Yeon Choi, Zhongwei Chen
Summary: This paper highlights the importance of platinum as well as platinum group metal free catalyst in Proton Exchange Membrane Fuel Cells (PEMFC) and the increasing demand for such catalysts. The authors successfully synthesized highly active materials with secondary nitrogen doping and scaled up the synthesis process, achieving high power density.
JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Wenna Zhang, Yuanmei Xu, Jiabing Liu, Yebao Li, Eser Metin Akinoglu, Yaojie Zhu, Yongguang Zhang, Xin Wang, Zhongwei Chen
Summary: A type of ordered mesoporous P-TiO2-x microsphere with a waxberry-like shape is proposed as the sulfur host material for Li-S batteries, which improves the conductivity and cycling stability of the sulfur electrode.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mei Gui Vanessa Wee, Amutha Chinnappan, Runxin Shang, Poh Seng Lee, Seeram Ramakrishna
Summary: Cooling processes, from residences to industries, require a lot of energy and are essential. This study introduces MIL-101(Cr), a new desiccant, to heat exchangers for more efficient cooling. By improving the synthesis method and using a special binder, the MIL-101(Cr)-coated heat exchanger shows improved water uptake capacity and lower regeneration temperature.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ao Zhen, Guanyu Zhang, Ao Wang, Feng Luo, Jiehua Li, Hong Tan, Zhen Li
Summary: In this study, a solvent-free microemulsion method was used to synthesize waterborne polyurethane (WPU) material with high retention of mechanical properties and satisfactory water absorption rates. The material showed excellent biocompatibility and has broad application potential in the field of biomedicine.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Wensong Ge, Rui Wang, Xiaoyang Zhu, Houchao Zhang, Luanfa Sun, Fei Wang, Hongke Li, Zhenghao Li, Xinyi Du, Huangyu Chen, Fan Zhang, Huifa Shi, Huiqiang Hu, Yongming Xi, Jiankang He, Liang Hu, Hongbo Lan
Summary: This paper reviews the research on the surface tension of eutectic gallium-indium alloys (EGaIn) in the field of stretchable electronics. It covers the principles of oxide layer formation, factors influencing surface tension, and methods for surface modification of liquid metals. The paper also discusses the applications of EGaIn surface modification in different fields and highlights the challenges still faced and the future outlook.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiang Song, Lianghao Jia, Zhengen Wei, Tao Xiang, Shaobing Zhou
Summary: This paper provides an overview of the application, preparation, and role of biomimetic structures in solar evaporators with improved evaporation rate and lifetime.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wei Yuan, Qian Deng, Dong Pan, Xiang An, Canyang Zhao, Wenjun Su, Zhengmin He, Qiang Sun, Ran Ang
Summary: Optimizing the performance of n-type PbTe thermoelectric materials is crucial for practical applications. Dynamic doping has emerged as an effective method to improve the performance of n-type PbTe by optimizing the carrier concentration. This study demonstrates the significance of Mn alloying in enhancing the performance of Ag-doped n-type PbTe by creating a hierarchical structure to suppress thermal transport and improving the Seebeck coefficient.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoyan Wang, Meiqi Geng, Shengjun Sun, Qian Xiang, Shiyuan Dong, Kai Dong, Yongchao Yao, Yan Wang, Yingchun Yang, Yongsong Luo, Dongdong Zheng, Qian Liu, Jianming Hu, Qian Wu, Xuping Sun, Bo Tang
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the progress and challenges in the field of bifunctional electrocatalysts and efficient electrolyzers for seawater splitting. It summarizes recent advancements and proposes future perspectives for highly efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts and electrolyzers.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jason K. Phong, Christopher B. Cooper, Lukas Michalek, Yangju Lin, Yuya Nishio, Yuran Shi, Huaxin Gong, Julian A. Vigil, Jan Ilavsky, Ivan Kuzmenko, Zhenan Bao
Summary: Dynamic block copolymers (DBCPs) combine the phase separation of traditional block copolymers with the supramolecular self-assembly of periodic dynamic polymers, resulting in the spontaneous self-assembly of high aspect ratio nanofibers with well-ordered PEG and PDMS domains. DBCPs with a periodic block sequence exhibit superior properties compared to those with a random sequence, including delayed onset of terminal flow and higher ionic conductivity values.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hong Kyu Lee, Yasaswini Oruganti, Jonghyeon Lee, Seunghee Han, Jihan Kim, Dohyun Moon, Min Kim, Dae-Woon Lim, Hoi Ri Moon
Summary: This study reports the moisture-triggered proton-conductivity switching behavior in Zn5FDC MOFs induced by the presence and absence of coordinating solvents, which illustrates the significant role of coordinating solvents in conductivity variation.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Bommaramoni Yadagiri, Sanjay Sandhu, Ashok Kumar Kaliamurthy, Francis Kwaku Asiam, Jongdeok Park, Appiagyei Ewusi Mensah, Jae-Joon Lee
Summary: The molecular engineering of the interface modulator between the perovskite and hole transporting material is crucial for achieving satisfactory performance and stability of perovskite solar cells. In this study, cruciform-shaped dual functional organic materials were employed as surface passivation and hole transporting interfacial layers in perovskite solar cells. The use of these materials significantly improved the power conversion efficiency of the solar cells.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Joaquin Martinez-Ortigosa, Reisel Millan, Jorge Simancas, Manuel Hernandez-Rodriguez, J. Alejandro Vidal-Moya, Jose L. Jorda, Charlotte Martineau-Corcos, Vincent Sarou-Kanian, Mercedes Boronat, Teresa Blasco, Fernando Rey
Summary: This study investigates the synthesis of all-silica RTH zeolites using triisopropyl(methyl)phosphonium as the organic SDA. The results show the formation of two distinct crystalline phases under different synthesis conditions, with fluoride bonding to different silicon sites. It demonstrates the possibility of controlling the placement of fluoride in RTH zeolites through synthesis conditions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Luyao Zheng, Cong Liu, Wenbiao Zhang, Boxu Gao, Tianlan Yan, Yahong Zhang, Xiaoming Cao, Qingsheng Gao, Yi Tang
Summary: This study successfully improves the efficiency and stability of water splitting by constructing a heterostructured electrocatalyst. The catalyst shows extraordinary performance and could offer an effective approach for the sustainable production of hydrogen.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Carlos A. Campos-Roldan, Raphael Chattot, Frederic Pailloux, Andrea Zitolo, Jacques Roziere, Deborah J. Jones, Sara Cavaliere
Summary: This study systematically evaluated the hydrogen evolution/oxidation reactions on a series of Pt-rare earth nanoalloys in alkaline media, and identified the effect of the lanthanide contraction. The experimental results revealed that the chemical nature of the rare earth modulates the adsorption and mobility of oxygenated-species, enhancing the kinetics of the reactions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sara Frank, Mads Folkjaer, Mads L. N. Nielsen, Melissa J. Marks, Henrik S. Jeppesen, Marcel Ceccato, Simon J. L. Billinge, Jacopo Catalano, Nina Lock
Summary: This study investigates the thermal decomposition of ZIF-67 and its correlation with structural evolution and electrocatalytic performance. The researchers used in situ X-ray absorption spectroscopy and total scattering techniques to analyze the process. They found that disorder emerges at lower temperatures and that extending the pyrolysis process can result in materials with superior electrochemical properties.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zi-Yang Zhang, Hao Tian, Han Jiao, Xin Wang, Lei Bian, Yuan Liu, Nithima Khaorapapong, Yusuke Yamauchi, Zhong-Li Wang
Summary: By constructing Cu-0-Cu+-NH2 composite interfaces with the assistance of SiO2, the electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) achieves high Faraday efficiency and current density for C2+ production, improving the productivity of carbon cycle.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ting Wang, Ruijuan Zhang, Pengda Zhai, Mingjie Li, Xinying Liu, Chaoxu Li
Summary: This study successfully exfoliated COFs using a simple electrochemical method, which resulted in improved photocatalytic performance for COFs and enriched the fabrication approach of COF exfoliation.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
