Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Juan Qiu, Yingdi Wang, Xiang Liu
Summary: A CuBi2O4/BiOCl p-n heterojunction photocatalyst was synthesized using a convenient one-pot hydrothermal method. The morphology, crystal phase, element composition, and optical properties of the synthesized CuBi2O4/BiOCl were analyzed. The CuBi2O4/BiOCl heterojunction exhibited excellent photocatalytic activity for the degradation of tetracycline hydrochloride under visible light. The photocatalytic activity was enhanced by increased visible light absorption and effective separation of photogenerated electron-hole pairs, facilitated by the built-in electric field. H(+) and O-2(-) radicals were identified as the main active species in the photocatalytic process, and a possible photocatalytic mechanism was discussed.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jinwen Yin, Juan Wang, Yangbo Ma, Jinli Yu, Jingwen Zhou, Zhanxi Fan
Summary: This review discusses the importance and applications of 2D rhodium nanomaterials in catalysis, including their synthesis methods, catalytic mechanisms, and applications in representative chemical reactions. By analyzing recent research progress, the review provides insights into the challenges and future research opportunities in this field.
ACS MATERIALS LETTERS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Xin Li, Haoran Long, Jiang Zhong, Feng Ding, Wei Li, Zucheng Zhang, Rong Song, Wen Huang, Jingyi Liang, Jialing Liu, Ruixia Wu, Bo Li, Bei Zhao, Xiangdong Yang, Zhengwei Zhang, Yuan Liu, Zhongming Wei, Jia Li, Xidong Duan
Summary: Researchers have developed a one-step chemical vapour deposition method to fabricate nanoplates of a two-dimensional metallic alloy with continuously tunable band alignment. This alloy can serve as contacts for two-dimensional semiconductors, providing improved device performance compared to metal contacts.
NATURE ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhongchun Li, Jialun Yu, Chong Shi, Hao Su, Lu Bai, Limi Yan
Summary: Hierarchical nickel hydroxide (HNHH) with large specific surface area and rich mesopores was synthesized through a solvothermal strategy. The HNHH-120 electrode exhibited a specific capacity of 718.0 C g-1 at 0.5 A g-1, and the HNHH-120//activated carbon hybrid supercapacitor achieved a specific capacitance of 95.0 F g-1 at the same current density. The excellent energy storage performance of HNHH-120 is attributed to its unique structural characteristics. Evaluation: 8/10.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Gang Liu, Yunlong Chen, Xinmei Liu, Xiaoyi Wang, Miaomiao Liu, Chunpeng Gao, Guanxiang Wang, Zhengchun Teng, Chunyang Yang, Wenlong Yang
Summary: By controlling the concentration of oxygen vacancies, modifying the synthesis method of BiOCl microspheres, it was found that they exhibit superior photocatalytic activity in degrading RhB and CIP in wastewater treatment. BiOCl with 13.6% OVs demonstrated the best performance, with degradation rates higher than ordinary BiOCl.
JOURNAL OF SOLID STATE CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Thi Hong Trang Nguyen, Zviadi Zarkua, Chinnabathini Vana Chinnappa, Wenjian Hu, Sreeprasanth Pulinthanathu Sree, Didier Grandjean, Deepak Pant, Ewald Janssens
Summary: The development of earth-abundant and high-performance bifunctional catalysts for electrochemical water splitting remains a challenge. In this study, mesoporous cobalt iron oxide inverse opals were fabricated with different mole ratios of cobalt and iron. The as-prepared catalyst with equal concentrations of Fe and Co exhibited remarkable OER and HER performances with low overpotentials and small Tafel slopes. It outperformed noble metal catalysts and showed excellent long-term stability, attributed to the synergistic effects of particle size, crystallinity, oxygen efficiency, active sites, and specific surface area.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Chunshun Yuan, Mengyun Zhang, Xuepeng Ni, Kunming Li, Chenglin Liu, Huifang Chen, Anqi Ju
Summary: In this study, flexible cellulose-based carbon nanofiber networks were prepared and used as electrodes for supercapacitors. The resulting C-CNFs/NiCo2S4 nanosheets exhibited high specific capacitance, low resistance, and excellent cyclic stability.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY STORAGE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jiyuan Liang, Zhen Wang, Litao Huang, Pan Zou, Xiaolang Liu, Qian Ni, Xinyu Wang, Wenjun Wang, Runming Tao
Summary: A novel nitrogen-doped graphene with different microstructures is synthesized through an in situ interlamination self-assembling method, using in situ formed Fe3(PO4)2 and organoamine as the catalyst and carbon source, respectively. Bubble-like and sheet-like nitrogen-doped graphene are obtained by tuning the alkyl chain length in organoamine, octylamine, and dodecylamine. The as-prepared graphene electrode material exhibits good rate capability and cyclic performance, delivering promising practicality for energy storage applications.
ACS MATERIALS LETTERS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qian Zhang, Tian Hou, Hao Shen, Chongshang Guan, Libing Duan, Xiaoru Zhao
Summary: In this study, S-doped BiOCl nanosheets were successfully synthesized via a facial hydrothermal reaction, leading to improved optical and photochemical properties. The S-doped BiOCl nanosheets with dominant {001} facets exhibited longer lifespans of photo-induced carriers and enhanced absorption of visible light, resulting in higher photocatalytic efficiency.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Naoki Tarutani, Sota Kimura, Takuya Sakata, Kazumasa Suzuki, Kiyofumi Katagiri, Kei Inumaru
Summary: This study focuses on modifying metal hydroxide salt monolayer nanoparticles with different molecules to improve their electrochemical functions. The results show that nickel hydroxide carboxylate and carbonate monolayer nanoparticles can be successfully synthesized through an epoxide-mediated alkalinization method. The carboxylate-modified nickel hydroxide carbonate monolayer nanoparticles exhibit enhanced redox processes and electrochemical functions due to higher proton diffusion coefficient, lower electron transfer resistance, and improved intrinsic catalytic activity.
ACS MATERIALS LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Naoki Tarutani, Sota Kimura, Takuya Sakata, Kazumasa Suzuki, Kiyofumi Katagiri, Kei Inumaru
Summary: Two-dimensional materials modified with low molecular weight species exhibit unique electronic properties. In this study, metal hydroxide salt monolayer nanoparticles were synthesized and modified with different molecules to enhance their electrochemical functions. The synthesized nickel hydroxide carbonate monolayer nanoparticles modified with short alkylcarboxylate showed improved redox processes and electrochemical functions due to higher proton diffusion coefficient, lower electron transfer resistance, and improved intrinsic catalytic activity.
ACS MATERIALS LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gaozhi Yuan, Xing Wei, Qing Zhang
Summary: By extracting thin cellulose sheets, porous carbon nanostructures with large surface area and high pore volume can be synthesized, exhibiting enhanced ion diffusion kinetics and rate capability. This thickness-reduction method is applicable to various biomass sources, offering a practical strategy for efficient energy storage and utilization.
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Ranjith Balu, Arivuoli Dakshanamoorthy
Summary: In this study, CoS/G nanocomposite was successfully synthesized via a simple one-pot hydrothermal method, and its phase formation and morphology were characterized using various techniques. The electrochemical properties of the nanocomposite were evaluated through cyclic voltammetry and galvanometric charge discharge tests, indicating its outstanding performance as an electrode material for commercial supercapacitor applications.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Caiqin Gao, Hao Zhang, Dingyue Zhang, Fan Gao, Yin Liu, Xianchun Chen, Dongdong Wu, Mauricio Terrones, Yanqing Wang
Summary: In this study, a simple and sustainable method was reported for the fabrication of gram-scale B/N co-doped porous carbon nanosheets (PCNs), which exhibited excellent microwave absorption performance and could be tuned by adjusting nanosheet size and heteroatoms. This research aims to address the issue of narrow absorption bandwidth and inspire innovative designs of multi-band electromagnetic absorbers.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Zeenat, Zahoor Ahmad, Adnan Maqbool, Muhammad Asif Hussain, Rami Adel Pashameah, Amber Shahzadi, Nosheen Nazar, Shahid Iqbal, Abdullah K. Alanazi, Muhammad Naeem Ashiq, Hala M. Abo-Dief
Summary: This study demonstrates the synthesis of crystalline TMPs with high OER activity for green hydrogen production. The synthesized M12P5@NF electrodes show low onset potentials and high current densities, indicating excellent OER performance and long-term stability. These findings provide new prospects for utilizing water electrolysis to produce green hydrogen fuel.
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Mengmeng Zhang, Jinyan Xiong, Hao Yang, Zhipan Wen, Rong Chen, Gang Cheng
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Mengmeng Zhang, Gang Cheng, Yi Wei, Zhipan Wen, Rong Chen, Jinyan Xiong, Weijie Li, Chao Han, Zhen Li
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2020)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Jiawei Zhang, Zhengjie Wang, Rong Chen, Fengxi Chen
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qiong Liu, Jianglu Yuan, Zhiwen Gan, Cheng Liu, Jun Li, Ying Liang, Rong Chen
Summary: The study aimed to enhance the photocatalytic N-2 reduction activity, but the uncertainties in NH4+ determination methods made the assessment of actual yield unreliable. Residual alcohols, amines, and other N-containing surfactants in the reaction system could significantly interfere with NH4+ determination, therefore, caution is advised in interpreting the results of photocatalytic N-2 reduction experiments.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Xin Hu, Huiping Zhao, Ying Liang, Fengxi Chen, Jun Li, Rong Chen
Summary: In this study, N-doped carbon quantum dots (NCQDs) decorated Bi2O2CO3 heterojunction nanosheets were successfully constructed via a facile hydrothermal method, showing remarkable photocatalytic activities and wide-spectrum absorption ability. NCQDs play critical roles in promoting electron transfer and efficient degradation of ciprofloxacin under different light irradiations.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fan Tian, Jin Chen, Fengxi Chen, Yunling Liu, Yongqing Xu, Rong Chen
Summary: This study developed a benzyl thiol protected nickel nanocluster as a co-catalyst for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution over TiO2 catalyst, achieving a thirty times enhancement of hydrogen evolution efficiency by depositing the nanocluster on the TiO2 surface. The presence of visible light could not solely simulate catalytic activity, but it could promote the hydrogen evolution efficiency of Ni-6/TiO2 under ultraviolet irradiation.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shengnan Huang, Fan Tian, Jiawei Dai, Xuesong Tian, Guangfang Li, Yunling Liu, Zhiquan Chen, Rong Chen
Summary: The research unveiled the unique function of BiO2-x photocatalyst for CPs decomposition and provided a rational design of highly efficient photocatalysts towards optimizing pollutant degradations. The as-prepared product exhibited extraordinary CPs removal ability under near infrared light, demonstrating promising applications in water treatment technologies.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Liangsong Wen, Dong Wang, Jiangbo Xi, Fan Tian, Pei Liu, Zheng-Wu Bai
Summary: This study reports the synthesis of active heterometal modified Fe3O4 hollow nanospheres as catalysts for organic transformations. The catalysts showed remarkable catalytic activity, stability, and magnetic recyclability, surpassing most reported Fe3O4 supported metal catalysts. The positive effects of the heterometal modification on molecule adsorption were confirmed experimentally and theoretically.
JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yue Zhang, Jie Huang, Zixuan Dong, Yu Zhan, Jiangbo Xi, Jian Xiao, Shaohua Huang, Fan Tian
Summary: This study focuses on the design and synthesis of a novel Pd-Fe/G@NC composite catalyst, which exhibits excellent catalytic activity in the reduction of nitrophenol and other nitroaromatic compounds, as well as the oxidation of furfuraldehyde to furoic acid. The unique structure of N-doped carbon-modified graphene allows for stable anchoring of bimetallic Pd-Fe nanoparticles, leading to enhanced catalytic performance.
Letter
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Fan Tian, Wangxuan Li, Wenjin Guo, Guangfang Li, Rong Chen
SCIENCE CHINA-MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jianglu Yuan, Xiaofei Huang, Weihua Zhang, Mengting Zhou, Guangfang Li, Fan Tian, Rong Chen
Summary: Using ligand-protected metallic nanoclusters with atomic precision as catalysts, and elucidating the ligand effect in catalysis, are crucial for understanding the structure-catalysis relationship of nanoclusters at the molecular level. In this study, a series of Ag-33 nanoclusters with different thiolate ligands were synthesized and used as heterogeneous catalysts for nitroarenes conversion. The results showed that the catalytic activity of the nanoclusters depends on the ligands, with benzyl thiolate ligands being more effective than phenethyl thiolate ligands. DFT calculations revealed that the ligand effect is regulated by H-pi and pi-pi interactions between the ligands and the substrates.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Fan Tian, Xiaofei Huang, Wangxuan Li, Yixuan An, Guangfang Li, Rong Chen
Summary: This study reveals that constructing a weak interaction between nickel thiolate cluster and graphitic carbon nitride is an effective strategy for regulating electron-hole pair separation, thereby improving the activity of photocatalysts.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yi Zhang, Biao Wang, Kaicheng Bi, Fan Tian, Chundong Wang
Summary: In this work, Fe-doped NiTe/NiTe2 heterostructures with excellent oxygen evolution reaction performance were synthesized. The optimized Fe-NiTe/NiTe2 exhibited low overpotential and remarkable durability. This study provides a feasible method for manufacturing highly active telluride-based electrocatalysts.
MOLECULAR CATALYSIS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zihan Ma, Lishuang Wang, Tingting Chen, Guangning Wang
Summary: In this study, two kinds of 3D self-doped (N/O) lilac-based and coriander-based porous carbons with high performance have been prepared.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qin Wang, Yun-Fan Yan, Jiao-Lin Weng, Ying Huang, Fu Yang, Hao-Hui Xie, Fei Tan, Fa-Kun Zheng, Jian-Gang Xu
Summary: Balancing energy and mechanical sensitivities is a challenging issue in the field of energetic materials. This study constructed a 3D energetic metal-organic framework with nitrogen-rich ligand and NO3- anions. The framework demonstrated high stability, energy density, and excellent mechanical sensitivities, making it a potential insensitive energetic material.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Marrium Saeed, Urooj Kamran, Amina Khan, Md Irfanul Haque Siddiqui, Hasan Jamal, Haq Nawaz Bhatti
Summary: In this study, magnesium-aluminum layered double hydroxides (Mg-Al-LDH) were synthesized using an environmentally friendly hydrothermal technique for adsorbing the dye reactive green 5 (RG5). To improve the adsorption capability, composites were prepared by combining Mg-Al-LDH with low-cost Mangifera indica stone biomass (MISB). The results showed that the composites had high adsorption capacities for RG5 dye and could be regenerated.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xuanlin Zhan, Xiaojie Li, Yunyan Zeng, Siyan Jiang, Chao Pan, Shiyu Pan, Jiaquan Huang, Heqian Zhang, Zhiwei Qin
Summary: This study reports on the potential prospects of natural products derived from the rhizosphere for the development of antibiotics and herbicides, as well as the advancements in cultivating a mutant strain that produces a substantial quantity of lydicamycins, a potent family for herbicide development.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jie Zhu, Jiangtao Yu, Linhua Zhu, Xiaoxiao Yu, Jixing Liu, Yanhong Chao, Jingzhou Yin, Peiwen Wu, Jian Liu, Wenshuai Zhu
Summary: This study successfully demonstrates the 3D printing of attapulgite monoliths and investigates the influence of thermal treatment on their properties. The thermal treated monoliths show superior catalytic performance at low temperatures.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanzhu Ye, Yixiang Ye, Jiannan Cai, Zhongshui Li, Shen Lin
Summary: In this paper, a novel Pt/CoP/C photo-electro synergistic catalyst was successfully synthesized and its performance was investigated. The catalyst exhibited excellent photo-electro catalytic performance, with significantly higher hydrogen production compared to a commercial catalyst. The introduction of cobalt phosphide and the existence of Co3O4 were identified as key factors for enhancing the catalytic activity.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nurul Hidayah Abu Bakar, Wan Norfazilah Wan Ismail, Hartina Mohd Yusop, Noreen Farzuhana Mohd Zulkifli
Summary: Hydrophobic coatings inspired by the lotus effect have gained popularity for their ability to solve various problems. The sol-gel method, utilizing silica, alumina, and titania, is explored as an environmentally friendly approach to produce water-based hydrophobic coatings. This study focuses on producing water-based hydrophobic coatings for cotton and polyester fabrics using a one-step sol-gel method. The coated fabrics exhibited improved hydrophobic properties, altered surface morphologies, and lower air permeability compared to uncoated fabrics. TEOS-PDMS coating provides a promising approach for enhancing the hydrophobic and surface properties of cotton and polyester fabrics.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nikita Belko, Hanna Maltanava, Anatol Lugovski, Polina Shabunya, Sviatlana Fatykhava, Evgeny Bondarenko, Pavel Chulkin, Sergey Poznyak, Michael Samtsov
Summary: This study investigates the difference in electrochemical behavior between rhodamine B hydrazide and rhodamine B acylhydrazone, and finds that rhodamine B acylhydrazone exhibits higher reversibility in electrooxidation. These results can be applied for developing new sensors with desired electrochemical properties.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Showket Ahmad Bhat, Mohd Ikram
Summary: In this study, 0-3 particulate multiferroic composites were synthesized and characterized. The composites exhibited excellent ferroelectric and ferromagnetic properties, as well as high piezoelectric strain and magnetoelectric coupling effects.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Carla Gomes, Mariana Costa, Susana M. M. Lopes, Bernardo Albuquerque Nogueira, Rui Fausto, Jose A. Paixao, Teresa M. V. D. e Melo, Luisa M. D. R. S. Martins, Marta Pineiro
Summary: The development of sustainable processes requires the integration of green chemistry principles. In this study, a solvent-free synthesis method was developed to prepare new copper catalysts, which efficiently catalyze cycloaddition reactions under solvent-free mechanochemical conditions. Through this process, the principles of atom economy, reduction of solvents and auxiliaries, design for energy efficiency, and reduction of derivatives and catalysis are combined.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhihua Liu, Jinzhe Li, Jianguo Zhou
Summary: This study demonstrates the enhancement of photoelectrochemical activity of BiFeO3 photoelectrodes through ion modification, which increases visible light absorption and active area, leading to improved PEC water splitting performance.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yisheng Zhang, Wensong Li, Jing Li, Fang Li, Wei Xue, Xinqiang Zhao, Yanji Wang
Summary: Pt/C and SO42-/ZrO2 were used as catalysts for the synthesis of p-aminophenol through the catalytic transfer hydrogenation of nitrobenzene in water with formic acid as the hydrogen source. The optimal Pt loading for PAP selectivity was found to be 1 wt%. The presence of different valence states of Pt affected both the nitrobenzene hydrogenation and formic acid decomposition. Among different solid acid catalysts tested, SO42-/ZrO2 exhibited the highest catalytic activity for p-aminophenol formation. Under the optimized reaction conditions, the conversion of nitrobenzene reached 80.0%, with a selectivity of 47.6% for p-aminophenol.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pradyota Kumar Behera, Papita Behera, Amlan Swain, Santosh Kumar Sahu, Ajeena Sahoo, Laxmidhar Rout
Summary: We have developed a simple and direct method for the synthesis of diaryl ether using an oxygen bridged bimetallic CuMoO4 nanocatalyst under mild reaction conditions. The catalyst exhibited tolerance towards a wide range of substrates with various functional groups. It is efficient and recyclable. This methodology allows easy access to nitrofen derivatives (herbicides) from unactivated 2,4-dichlorophenol, which are important for agriculture and pharmaceuticals.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yihua Fu, Yan Zhang, Changwei Hu, Zhishan Su
Summary: The mechanism of the reaction between CO2 and styrene oxide for cyclic carbonate was revealed using density functional theory calculations. The noncatalytic reaction occurred via a concerted mechanism, while in the presence of guanidine and tetrabutylammonium iodide (TBAI) co-catalysts, the epoxide ring-opening by nucleophilic attack of an iodide anion was predicted to be the rate-determining step. Guanidine acted as the H-bond donor to activate styrene oxide, facilitating the reaction with a lower activation barrier.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Saikat Khamarui, Sirshendu Ghosh
Summary: Copper nanorods (Cu-NRs) exhibit significant plasmonic behavior and can act as efficient catalysts in redox processes and coupling. A benign decarboxylative approach, utilizing localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR) assisted catalysis with Cu-NRs, has been developed for the production of alkane analogues from alkyl carboxylic acids under visible light. The catalyst shows a broad substrate scope and high functional group tolerance, without the need for an external oxidant or proton source. A plausible mechanism for this recyclable nano-catalyst has also been proposed based on control experiments.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2024)
