Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Li-Na Ma, Gang-Ding Wang, Lei Hou, Zhonghua Zhu, Yao-Yu Wang
Summary: In this study, a new flexible metal-organic framework was constructed, which exhibited high selectivity and adsorption capacity under actual industrial conditions, making it a promising adsorbent for removing CO2 impurities and extracting high-purity hydrocarbons.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jianfang Zhang, Zhengyuan Li, Rui Cai, Tianyu Zhang, Shize Yang, Lu Ma, Yan Wang, Yucheng Wu, Jingjie Wu
Summary: This study demonstrates that the selectivity from CH4 to C2H4 can be switched by tuning the surface Cu species composition of Cu gas-diffusion electrodes.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Chang Liu, Jun Gong, Jinmeng Li, Jinlong Yin, Wenzheng Li, Zeyu Gao, Li Xiao, Gongwei Wang, Juntao Lu, Lin Zhuang
Summary: In this study, an effective regulation of CO2 reduction paths was demonstrated through preanodization treatment of Cu foil electrodes in different electrolytes. The rational control of the CO2 reduction path through engineering of the Cu surface structure was highlighted.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jun Di, Gazi Hao, Guigao Liu, Jiadong Zhou, Wei Jiang, Zheng Liu
Summary: This review article summarizes the advantages, state-of-the-art progress, remaining challenges, and perspectives of defective materials, especially two-dimensional materials, for CO2 photoreduction. Different types of defects are employed to tailor the electronic structure, atomic coordination configuration, and carrier concentration for CO2 photoreduction. Strategies for defect construction and identification are summarized, as well as the key roles of various defects in CO2 photoreduction. The challenges and opportunities for future exploration of defective materials for CO2 photoreduction are also presented.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jinlong Yin, Zeyu Gao, Fengyuan Wei, Chang Liu, Jun Gong, Jinmeng Li, Wenzheng Li, Li Xiao, Gongwei Wang, Juntao Lu, Lin Zhuang
Summary: This study achieved efficient electroreduction of CO2 by decorating Cu on CeO2 and controlling the selectivity of products. The dependence of reduction pathway on the relative ratio of the low-frequency band *COLFB to the high-frequency band *COHFB was revealed using in situ infrared and Raman spectroscopy, providing a theoretical basis for the design of heterostructured catalysts for CO2 electroreduction.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Seung-Jae Shin, Hansol Choi, Stefan Ringe, Da Hye Won, Hyung-Suk Oh, Dong Hyun Kim, Taemin Lee, Dae-Hyun Nam, Hyungjun Kim, Chang Hyuck Choi
Summary: This study investigates the cation-coupled electron transfer in the CO2 reduction reaction and establishes the H+- and M+-associated electron transfer mechanisms for CH4 and CO/C2H4 formations. The theoretical scenarios are supported by Nernstian shifts of polarization curves and the first-order kinetics of CO/C2H4 formation on the electrode surface charge density.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Seung-Hoon Lee, Yang Song, Brandon Iglesias, Henry O. Everitt, Jie Liu
Summary: This article investigates the use of hybrid gas/liquid-fed electrochemical flow reactors for chemical synthesis and how catalytic product selectivity can be optimized by controlling gas phase reactants. It is found that adding water vapor to the flowing CO2 supply can change the selectivity of the CO2 reduction reaction, increasing the overall faradaic efficiency of hydrocarbon production while reducing hydrogen gas production.
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Min Wang, Huimin Chen, Min Wang, Jinxiu Wang, Yongxiao Tuo, Wenzhen Li, Shanshan Zhou, Linghui Kong, Guangbo Liu, Luhua Jiang, Guoxiong Wang
Summary: This study elucidates the structural reconstruction of CuO/SnO2 catalyst under electrochemical potentials and investigates the relationship between the reconstructed heterostructures and the selectivity of CO2 electrochemical reduction products.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Min Wang, Huimin Chen, Min Wang, Jinxiu Wang, Yongxiao Tuo, Wenzhen Li, Shanshan Zhou, Linghui Kong, Guangbo Liu, Luhua Jiang, Guoxiong Wang
Summary: This study elucidates the structural reconstruction of CuO/SnO2 during CO2 elecrochemical reduction and reveals the intrinsic relationship between structural reconstruction and product selectivity. The ability to control the product selectivity through specific electrode potentials and evolved heterostructures provides new insights for designing efficient CO2ER catalysts.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ziman Chen, Dong Yan, Liang Ma, Yahui Zhang, Jingyan Zhang, Hui Li, Rebecca Khoo, Jian Zhang, Frantisek Svec, Yongqin Lv, Tianwei Tan
Summary: The study synthesized specific MOFs with reactive double bonds and successfully carried out copolymerization, enhancing the interfacial adhesion between MOFs and polymers. This led to the preparation of mixed matrix membranes capable of efficiently separating CO2, providing a new approach to saving energy and addressing environmental issues.
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Chong Yang Chuah, Hongju Lee, Tae-Hyun Bae
Summary: This review focuses on the recent progress of nanoporous adsorbents developed for light hydrocarbon separation, which is classified into acetylene separation, alkene/alkane separation, and propyne separation. Adsorptive separation is considered a promising technique with lower energy consumption than conventional processes.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yan Guo, Chen Liang, Chengcheng C. Zhang, Jesus Ferrando-Soria, Yu Gao, Jiahui H. Yang, Xiangyu Y. Liu, Emilio Pardo
Summary: Efficient adsorbent materials are essential for the purification of energy sources and raw chemicals through adsorption and separation. A novel 3D In-based MOF, QMOF-2F, with fluorine-functionalized ligands, shows improved separation properties for C2-light hydrocarbons over methane at room temperature. The chemical stability of QMOF-2F in various solvents, including water, and pH levels (2-12) is remarkable, with DFT calculations supporting the role of fluorine-functionalization in enhancing its performance.
CHEMISTRY-AN ASIAN JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Yueli Lv, Xinxin Wang, Changping Jian, Lianglan Yue, Shengjie Lin, Ting Zhang, Bing Li, De-Li Chen, Yabing He
Summary: This study explores the reticular chemistry of rod-packing metal-organic frameworks and develops solid adsorbents for multitask hydrocarbon separations. A unique inorganic coordination framework compound, ZJNU-121, was assembled from a specially designed ligand, demonstrating excellent C2/C1 and C2/CO2 separations. The research also investigates the role of active sites and the structural integrity of the framework. This study not only enriches the diversity of metal-organic frameworks but also develops a promising adsorbent for hydrocarbon separations.
ACS APPLIED NANO MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Zhanfan Ke, Huiyu Xiao, Yijing Wen, Shengjun Du, Xin Zhou, Jing Xiao, Zhong Li
Summary: In this study, starch-based microporous carbon materials (SMCs) were prepared and showed high efficiency in adsorbing light hydrocarbons, especially ethane and propane, with exceptional selectivity. These materials demonstrate great potential for recovering light hydrocarbons from natural gas.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Lihui Fan, Ping Zhou, Xinxin Wang, Lianglan Yue, Libo Li, Yabing He
Summary: The study introduced a novel porous material ZJNU-115 designed with a specialized ligand, capable of capturing both C2H6 and C2H2 instead of C2H4, showing promising potential for direct multicomponent purification of ethylene.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Dong Luo, Yun-Lei Peng, Mo Xie, Mian Li, Andrey A. Bezrukov, Tao Zuo, Xue-Zhi Wang, Yuan Wu, Yan Yan Li, Alexander R. Lowe, Miroslaw Chorazewski, Yaroslav Grosu, Zhenjie Zhang, Michael J. Zaworotko, Xiao-Ping Zhou, Dan Li
Summary: The newly designed three-dimensional superstructure ZIF material ZnBAIm exhibits high thermal and chemical stability, enhancing ethane/ethylene selectivity and separation performance under high humid conditions.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xiao-Wei Zhu, Dong Luo, Xiao-Ping Zhou, Dan Li
Summary: The review explores the synthetic methods and functional applications of imidazole-based metal-organic cages (IMOCs). Various types of IMOCs with diverse structures and coordination are categorized by using self-assembly strategies. The relationship between the structures and properties of IMOCs is elucidated, providing inspiration for designing new metal-organic cages with advanced functions.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Guo-Quan Huang, Jun Chen, Yong-Liang Huang, Kun Wu, Dong Luo, Ji-Kang Jin, Ji Zheng, Shi-Hai Xu, Weigang Lu
Summary: Multicomponent metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have attracted attention for their potential to create new topologies, pore metrics, and functionalities compared to MOFs with a single metal cluster and organic linker. In this study, five isoreticular Zn MOFs were synthesized using a one-pot solvothermal synthesis method by mixing two types of linear ditopic linkers. The resulting MOFs exhibited catalytic activity in solvent-free Knoevenagel reactions and were found to be Bronsted acid-base bifunctional catalysts. Chemical modifications of dicarboxylate ligands were used to modulate the pore sizes, surface areas, and catalytic performances of a series of four-component isoreticular MOFs.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hong Cai, Yu-Xin Wu, Zhou Lu, Dong Luo, Jing-Xuan Sun, Guang-Wei Wu, Mian Li, Yu-Bai Wei, Li-Ming Zhong, Dan Li
Summary: This study successfully prepared a bioinspired metal-organic framework and observed amino acid encapsulation for the first time through single-crystal X-ray diffraction. Molecular dynamics and density functional theory investigation revealed the role of hydrogen bonding and pi-pi/C-H center dot center dot center dot pi interactions in the host-guest interface.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yu-Mei Wang, Xiao-Chun Lin, Kai-Ming Mo, Mo Xie, Yong-Liang Huang, Guo-Hong Ning, Dan Li
Summary: In this study, a pyrazolate-protected copper nanocluster (Cu8) with exceptional chemical stability in both solid-state and solution was successfully synthesized. The crystals of Cu8 remained suitable for single crystal X-ray diffraction analysis after being treated with boiling water, concentrated acid, or base. Furthermore, the structure of Cu8 in solution also remained intact towards oxygen, organic acid, and base as confirmed by H-1 NMR and UV/Vis analysis. Cu8 exhibited excellent catalytic activity for the synthesis of indolizines, and it could be reused for at least 10 cycles without losing catalytic performance.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yonghong Xiao, Can-Ming Zhu, Rong-Bin Liang, Yong-Liang Huang, Chun-Hua Hai, Jian-Rui Chen, Mian Li, Jian-Ji Zhong, Xiao-Chun Huang
Summary: In this study, an unprecedented cobaloxime-based zirconium metal-organic framework (Zr-TCPCo) with a unique structure is designed and synthesized. As a photocatalyst, this material exhibits excellent catalytic activity for the aerobic oxidation of arylboronic acids to phenols. Recycling experiments demonstrate the stability and reusability of Zr-TCPCo as a robust catalyst.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jia-Wei Wang, Fan Ma, Tao Jin, Piao He, Zhi-Mei Luo, Stephan Kupfer, Michael Karnahl, Fengyi Zhao, Zihao Xu, Tao Jin, Tianquan Lian, Yong-Liang Huang, Long Jiang, Li-Zhi Fu, Gangfeng Ouyang, Xiao-Yi Yi
Summary: Exploiting noble-metal-free systems for efficient photocatalytic CO2 reduction remains challenging due to the difficulties in developing earth-abundant photosensitizers. This study focuses on a series of homoleptic Al(III) photosensitizers with 2-pyridylpyrrolide ligands for CO2 photoreduction using inexpensive aluminum metal. By introducing methyl groups at the pyrrolide rings, the visible-light absorption, reducing power, and durability of the Al(III) photosensitizers are greatly improved. The optimized system achieves a high quantum efficiency and CO2-to-CO conversion selectivity, making it a promising component in noble-metal-free systems for solar fuel conversion.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Dong Luo, Zi-Jun Yuan, Lin-Jie Ping, Xiao-Wei Zhu, Ji Zheng, Chuang-Wei Zhou, Xian-Chao Zhou, Xiao-Ping Zhou, Dan Li
Summary: Post-synthetic modification is a general and efficient strategy to functionalize metal-organic cages. In this study, a covalent PSM approach was developed to modify PdnL2n metal-organic cages through Diels-Alder cycloaddition. The functionalized cages exhibited improved solubility and displayed concentration-dependent circular dichroism and aggregation-induced emission.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shengli Zhuang, Dong Chen, Wai-Pan Ng, Li-Juan Liu, Meng-Ying Sun, Dongyi Liu, Tehseen Nawaz, Qi Xia, Xia Wu, Yong-Liang Huang, Seungkyu Lee, Jun Yang, Jun Yang, Jian He
Summary: By substituting neutral phosphine ligands for surface anionic thiolate ligands, two atomically precise defective Au-44 nanoclusters were successfully formed. The Au-44(PPh3)(TBBT)(26) nanocluster with major structural defects showed superior electrocatalytic performance in the CO2 reduction to CO, which was attributed to the active site near the defects.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ming-Min Wu, Juan Su, Dong Luo, Bing-Chen Cai, Ze-Lin Zheng, De-Shan Bin, Yan Yan Li, Xiao-Ping Zhou
Summary: A mesoporous MIL-101(Cr) composite material dangled with porphyrin molecules (TCPP@MIL-101(Cr)) is developed as a heterogeneous photocatalyst for detoxification of mustard gas simulants. The addition of gold nanoparticles (AuNPs) further enhances the catalytic activity. A medical mask loaded with TCPP@MIL-101(Cr) shows the best degradation performance among reported fabric-like composite materials.
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Qian Ma, Cheng Cheng, Dong Luo, Juan Qiao, Li Qi
Summary: In this study, copper nanoparticles (CuNPs) were prepared using different chiral dipeptides as capping agents. These CuNPs exhibited peroxidase-mimicking activity and chiral selectivity towards 3,4-dihydroxy-D,L-phenylalanine (D,L-DOPA). The D- cysteine-D-histidine-modified CuNPs showed higher catalytic activity in the presence of D-DOPA, indicating the important role of CuNPs in stereoselective recognition. This study provides insights into the molecular principles of colorimetric chiral recognition using CuNPs and guides the design of dipeptide-based chiral nanozymes.
ACS APPLIED BIO MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hu Yang, Su-Kao Peng, Ji Zheng, Dong Luo, Mo Xie, Yong-Liang Huang, Xuan Cai, Jizhuang Wang, Xiao-Ping Zhou, Dan Li
Summary: In this study, two achiral cyclic trinuclear Au(I) complexes, Cl-Au and Br-Au, were synthesized and exhibited high thermally activated delay fluorescence (TADF) with a high photoluminescence quantum yield (PLQY) in the near-infrared region. The efficient TADF properties were attributed to the small energy gap and large spin-orbital coupling induced by ligand-to-metal-metal charge transfer. Both complexes showed circularly polarized light (CPL) activity and were used to fabricate anti-counterfeiting luminescent logos through 3D printing.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Tao Liu, Chen Pan, Huatian Shi, Tao Huang, Yong-Liang Huang, Yang-Yang Deng, Wen-Xiu Ni, Wai-Lun Man
Summary: In this paper, the synthesis of bis(acetylacetonato)ruthenium(iii) complexes bearing two amidines (1-) in a cis configuration is reported. These complexes exhibit high cytotoxicity against various cancer cell lines, even for cisplatin-resistant cell lines. The representative complex can induce cell cycle arrest, decrease mitochondrial membrane potential, increase reactive oxygen species level, cause DNA damage and apoptosis in cancer cells. Furthermore, it effectively inhibits tumor xenograft growth in mice without causing weight loss. The cytotoxicity of cis-ruthenium(iii) bis(amidine) complexes is comparable to that of trans-ruthenium(iii) bis(amidine) complexes, which is different from platinum-based compounds.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jia-Li Li, Xiao Xiong, Dong Luo, Yu-Bai Wei, Weigang Lu, Dan Li
Summary: Two isostructural pillar-layer MOFs (JNU-105 and JNU-105-(NH2)(2)) have been synthesized successfully. JNU-105-(NH2)(2) exhibits a red-shifted luminescence response to formaldehyde without interference from other volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and has a detection limit of 1.87 ppb.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yu-Bai Wei, Dong Luo, Xiao Xiong, Yong-Liang Huang, Mo Xie, Weigang Lu, Dan Li
Summary: This study successfully designed and synthesized a Zn-based metal-organic framework that mimics formaldehyde-induced DNA-protein crosslinks. Various characterization techniques demonstrated the efficient crosslinking within the confined space of the framework, which was not interfered with by other metabolites.
