Article
Environmental Sciences
Kefeng Xie, Shengyuan Xu, Kai Xu, Wei Hao, Jie Wang, Zheng Wei
Summary: BiOCl semiconductors have attracted extensive attention due to their potential in addressing energy shortages, improving sterilization performance, and solving environmental issues. Researchers have developed effective methods, such as heterojunction construction, to overcome the limitations in optical quantum efficiency and reduction capacity. The applications of BiOCl heterojunctions in pollutant degradation, CO2 reduction, water splitting, organic synthesis, and tumor ablation are also reviewed.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xibao Li, Bangbang Kang, Fan Dong, Zhiqiang Zhang, Xudong Luo, Lu Han, Juntong Huang, Zhijun Feng, Zhi Chen, Jilin Xu, Biaolin Peng, Zhong Lin Wang
Summary: This work successfully prepared a novel S-scheme heterojunction composite using a solvent evaporation induced self-assembly method, exhibiting excellent photocatalytic performance. By adjusting the composite ratios, the electron migration and free radical generation were effectively enhanced.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuxing Shi, Lingling Li, Zheng Xu, Xiuling Qin, Yi Cai, Wenlei Zhang, Weilong Shi, Xin Du, Feng Guo
Summary: Building internal electric field by coupling semiconductor with metal co-catalyst effectively promotes photocatalytic water splitting into hydrogen. Co@C/ZIS photocatalyst synthesized via a facile electrostatic self-assembly strategy exhibits outstanding hydrogen production under solar irradiation.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shouchun Ma, Yang Yang, Jiaqi Li, Yuqing Mei, Yufeng Zhu, Jie Wu, Li Liu, Tongjie Yao, Qingfeng Yang
Summary: By constructing a Z-scheme Fe-2(MoO4)(3)/Ag/Ag3PO4 heterojunction, the issues of photocorrosion and quenching effect by in-situ generated H2O2 in Ag3PO4-based photocatalysts have been addressed, leading to improved degradation rate and stability.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jianfang Jing, Jun Yang, Wenlu Li, Zhaohui Wu, Yongfa Zhu
Summary: The dual-porphyrin heterostructure achieves efficient photocatalytic hydrogen evolution with superior activity and efficient charge separation and transfer, while reducing carrier recombination. This is mainly attributed to the giant interfacial electric field formed between dual porphyrins, providing a fresh insight into improving photocatalytic performance through interfacial electric field construction.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chongshang Guan, Tian Hou, Wuyang Nie, Qian Zhang, Libing Duan, Xiaoru Zhao
Summary: This study prepared BiOCl powders with different amounts of Sn doping and investigated the effects of Sn doping on the samples and their photocatalytic performance. The results showed that Sn doping enhanced the photocatalytic degradation ability of BiOCl and improved the synthesis of CH4 through CO2 reduction. It was also found that Sn doping altered the electronic structure of the material and promoted carrier generation and transfer.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yanyu Song, Weiyu He, Xianbo Sun, Juying Lei, Long D. Nghiem, Jun Duan, Wen Liu, Yongdi Liu, Zhengqing Cai
Summary: A series of C-doped Bi3O4X (X = Cl, Br, I) photocatalysts with layer-stacked structure were synthesized, and the effects of carbon doping and halogen species on solar spectrum absorption and charge separation were systematically investigated. The photocatalytic performance was enhanced by carbon doping, and the optimal C/Bi3O4I achieved complete pyrene removal within 20 minutes. XRD and XPS characterizations confirmed the doping of carbon in the lattice of [X] layers. The study revealed the influence of halogen species on photocatalytic activity and provided guidance for enhancing internal electric field through inorganic element doping.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Aixin Deng, Yue Sun, Zhanqi Gao, Shaogui Yang, Yazi Liu, Huan He, Jinqiang Zhang, Shaomin Liu, Hongqi Sun, Shaobin Wang
Summary: Carbon nitride is a metal-free photocatalyst with great potential for solar energy conversion and pollutant treatment. However, its photocatalytic performance is hindered by slow charge carriers due to the high symmetry of its structure. This review presents the latest progress in creating an internal electric field (IEF) in carbon nitride-based heterojunctions to enhance separation and migration of charge carriers. The relationship between IEF and photocatalytic performance is explored, with suggestions for future research and challenges in IEF-driven photocatalysis.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Qixin Zhou, Yang Guo, Zhiqiang Ye, Yunzhi Fu, Yan Guo, Yongfa Zhu
Summary: In this research, a carbon nitride nanosheet (CNN) homojunction was constructed, which possessed electrons-enriched region and holes-enriched region induced by the interfacial internal electric field. The reverse reactions were significantly suppressed by the spatial separation of oxidation and reduction regions, leading to improved efficiency of photocatalytic water splitting.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qiang Yang, Renjie Li, Siqi Wei, Rui Yang
Summary: Ti3C2 can form a Schottky junction with N-type semiconductors, showing great potential in photocatalysis due to its metallic conductivity and spectral absorption. The TC/g-CN/BOC photocatalyst fabricated by a hydrothermal method exhibits excellent photocatalytic performance, with the Schottky junction promoting photo-reduction and the Z-scheme structure broadening the energy gap for photo-oxidation.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhenzong Zhang, Meiyang Wang, Zexu Chi, Wenjie Li, Han Yu, Nan Yang, Hongbing Yu
Summary: This study focuses on improving the activity of the photocatalytic CO2 reduction reaction and modulating product selectivity. The In4SnS8/Cs3Bi2Br9-X heterojunction shows high CO yield and selectivity, with improved performance compared to the pristine In4SnS8 catalyst. The S-scheme mechanism is confirmed through various experimental and theoretical techniques, providing insights into the improved efficiency of selective CO2 reduction to CO.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenkai Huang, Fuhua Xu, Dong-Sheng Li, Didier Astruc, Xiang Liu
Summary: In this study, dual-functional nanocatalysts Pd/carbon nanosphere (CNS) were developed for selective H-2 generation from HCOOH dehydrogenation and O-2 evolution from H2O2 decomposition. The on-off switch for selective H-2 generation was successfully achieved by adjusting the pH value. The novel and highly efficient nanocatalyst Pd/CNS-800 provides new approaches for the application of HCOOH and H2O2 as H-2 and O-2 carriers, respectively, in fuel cells.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Cunjun Li, Junlei Zhang, Xianlei Chen, Hengcong Tao, Yingtang Zhou, Mingshan Zhu
Summary: Constructing internal electric fields through interface engineering can effectively enhance the separation and transfer of photogenerated carriers. In this study, 2D/2D BiOCl/C3N5 was synthesized by growing BiOCl nanosheets on C3N5 nanosheets, resulting in the formation of an internal electric field at the BiOCl/C3N5 interface that promotes the flow of photogenerated electrons. DFT calculations and experimental results demonstrate that the coupled BiOCl enhances the adsorption and activation of NO and O2 molecules on C3N5, leading to significantly improved photocatalytic activity for NO removal.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yujuan Pu, Fucheng Bao, Dongyu Wang, Xindan Zhang, Zhicheng Guo, Xianjie Chen, Yunxia Wei, Jun Wang, Qingchun Zhang
Summary: This study presents the successful construction of asymmetric-structure PDI supramolecular photocatalysts, which exhibit enhanced internal electric field and improved charge separation efficiency. The photocatalytic degradation performance is greatly enhanced, surpassing many reported organic photocatalysts. Additionally, the production activity of hydrogen peroxide is significantly increased.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Lixu Wu, Youcai Liu, Yinke Wang, Chun Sun, Guoqing Zhao, Jun Hu, Xinqi Long, Hang Zhang, Hongtao Wu, Feipeng Jiao
Summary: A novel BiOCl/CoAl-LDH direct Z-scheme photocatalyst was successfully developed for the degradation of tetracycline in water, which exhibited excellent reusability and stability.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Haipeng Wang, Ling Zhang, Yuanyi Zhou, Simeng Qiao, Xuechen Liu, Wenzhong Wang
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuanyi Zhou, Haipeng Wang, Xuechen Liu, Di Zeng, Kefu Wang, Ling Zhang, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: Selective oxidation of ammonia nitrogen into N-2 over BiOCl with high N-2 selectivity (>97%) is reported based on chlorine radical chemistry. The efficient Cl- conversion into reactive chlorine species and Cl--mediated Mars-van Krevelen mechanism contribute to the enhanced reactivity of the catalytic performance.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Haipeng Wang, Zhongkang Han, Yuanyi Zhou, Xuechen Liu, Di Zeng, Weimin Wang, Debalaya Sarker, Ling Zhang, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: A novel light-driven chlorine evolution reaction (CER) using bismuth oxychloride (BiOCl) photocatalyst in synthetic seawater has been reported, providing an economical and convenient route for Cl-2 production. The superior Cl-2 production rate achieved is sufficient for methane functionalization and production of chlorine-based disinfectant, opening up prospects for halogen production based on solar energy.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Di Zeng, Haipeng Wang, Xiaodi Zhu, Heng Cao, Yuanyi Zhou, Weimin Wang, Ling Zhang, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: This study achieves highly selective CO2 reduction by using two-dimensional h'-HxWO3 as a support, loaded with single-atom Cu. Under light irradiation, h'-HxWO3 transforms into electron-and proton-rich tungsten bronze, providing multiple electrons/protons for CO2 reduction. The Cu/WO3 photocatalyst, with similar coordination environment and appropriate distance of active Cu sites, enables efficient CO2 adsorption, activation, and C-C coupling. This work expands the preparation method for highly active single-atom catalysts, benefiting selective reduction of CO2.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Di Zeng, Haipeng Wang, Xiaodi Zhu, Heng Cao, Wenjing Wang, Yu Zhang, Juxue Wang, Ling Zhang, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: Cu-based catalysts show potential for photocatalytic CO2 reduction into multi-carbon (C2+) fuels. The influence of coordination environment on the C-C coupling mechanism needs further investigation. This study explores the effect of coordination environments on the photocatalytic CO2 reduction using hexagonal tungsten oxide (WO3) loaded with single-atom Cu and Pt. Results show that coordination of chlorine ions with Cu/Pt promotes the formation of C2+ products.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yu Zhang, Yezhan Lin, Ruofan Li, Zhengran Chen, Di Zeng, Shuai Chen, Wenjing Wang, Ling Zhang, Wenzhong Wang, Hengchang Nie, Genshui Wang
Summary: This study utilized piezoelectricity enhancement and surface engineering to regulate Bi0.5Na0.5TiO3 (BNT) for efficient and stable piezo-catalytic H2O2 production. The Ag-loaded Bi0.5Na0.5TiO3- AgNbO3 solid solution (Ag/BNT-AN) displayed significantly improved piezo-catalytic activity through joint regulation of enhancing piezoelectricity and promoting O2 reduction and H2O oxidation reactions. The optimal Ag/BNT-AN catalyst achieved a H2O2 production rate 13 times higher than pure BNT under ultrasonic vibration, and could also synthesize H2O2 under simple stirring, demonstrating its potential for harnessing low-frequency mechanical energy.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Di Zeng, Chengjin Li, Wenjing Wang, Lifang Zhang, Yu Zhang, Juxue Wang, Ling Zhang, Xiaoxia Zhou, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: The introduction of a hydrophobic structure using a PTFE coating on Cu-I promotes highly efficient CO2RR with a Faradaic efficiency of 70.2% for C2H4 production. The accelerated diffusion of gas at the interface increases the local concentration of CO2 for electrolysis. The hydrophobic Cu-I/PTFE electrode enhances the production of hydroxyl radicals, stabilizing Cu+ species and facilitating C-C coupling for the selective formation of C2+ products.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Juxue Wang, Ling Zhang, Ruofan Li, Di Zeng, Wenjing Wang, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: Using solar energy and NaCl solution, the photocatalytic route for chlorine production offers a promising strategy to reduce energy consumption. The introduction of CO2 enhances the productivity of Cl2 and accelerates the reaction efficiency of Cl oxidation to Cl-2. This work provides a new feasible method of using abundant CO2 resources to accelerate the process of chlorine production via photocatalysis.
CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Di Zeng, Wenjing Wang, Yu Zhang, Juxue Wang, Bingkun Cui, Taikang Jia, Ruofan Li, Hongxiang Chu, Ling Zhang, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: A catalyst with phosphotungstic acid and cobalt sites was developed by incorporating them into UiO-66, enabling a one-pot cascade conversion of fructose to FDCA with high conversion (> 99%) and yield (94.6%) through controllable Lewis/Bronsted acid sites and redox sites. This study provides new strategies for efficient production of FDCA from biomass through the design of multifunctional catalysts.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenjing Wang, Qing Wang, Ruofan Li, Di Zeng, Juxue Wang, Yu Zhang, Ling Zhang, Haiming Liu, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: The Diels-Alder reaction can be used to construct aromatic skeleton structures from biomass as a substitute for petrochemical products. In this study, SiW@MIL-100(Fe)-n catalysts were synthesized for the mimic synthesis of p-xylene (PX). SiW@MIL-100(Fe)-3 catalyst showed high efficiency in catalyzing the reaction between 2,5-dimethylfuran and acrylic acid (AA) to produce aromatic products. The confinement effect in the cage of MIL-100(Fe) increased the synergistic effect between the metal centers and Lewis/Bronsted acid, leading to high yields of the desired product.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hongxiang Chu, Ruofan Li, Di Zeng, Wenjing Wang, Bingkun Cui, Taikang Jia, Ling Zhang, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: This study successfully synthesized BiOBr nanosheets with oxygen vacancies by a solvothermal method, and the nanosheets exhibited good performance in photocatalytic H2O2 production.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ruofan Li, Juxue Wang, Hongxiang Chu, Di Zeng, Wenjing Wang, Bingkun Cui, Ling Zhang, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: This study demonstrates a novel approach for the continuous production of carbon dioxide anion radical (CO2 (center dot-)) and efficient generation of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) by utilizing oxalic acid in wastewater through a photocatalyst Bi-(C2O4)OH.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenjing Wang, Di Zeng, Juxue Wang, Bingkun Cui, Taikang Jia, Ruofan Li, Hongxiang Chu, Yu Zhang, Ling Zhang, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: This study reports a method for the synthesis of PX using a copper catalyst under visible light irradiation. The catalyst used in the experiment achieved high yield (92.6%) of PX synthesis through [4 + 2] cycloaddition reaction within 3 hours under atmospheric pressure. Preliminary mechanistic studies revealed a radical decarboxylation process initiated by photoexcited ligand-to-metal charge transfer.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Wenjing Wang, Di Zeng, Juxue Wang, Bingkun Cui, Taikang Jia, Ruofan Li, Hongxiang Chu, Yu Zhang, Ling Zhang, Wenzhong Wang
Summary: This study reports a method for the rapid synthesis of PX with high yield through photo-catalysis, which is more cost-effective in terms of energy consumption compared to traditional thermo-catalysis.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xiao-Long Pu, Xue-Chun Yang, Shan-Shan Liang, Wenzhong Wang, Jing-Tai Zhao, Zhi-Jun Zhang
Summary: A N-modified carbon dots/graphitic carbon nitride (NCDs/g-C3N4) aerogel was successfully prepared with larger specific surface area and higher photo-generated carrier separation efficiency. The aerogel showed a higher hydrogen evolution rate compared to pure g-C3N4, attributed to the 3D aerogel structure and the effect of NCDs on photocatalytic activity. This design provides a new strategy for highly efficient photocatalysis aerogels through controlling the morphology of g-C3N4 with NCDs.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2021)