Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Tobias Schnabel, Manuel Dutschke, Simon Mehling, Christian A. Springer, Jorg Londong
Summary: Supported titanium dioxide-based photocatalysts were used to degrade pharmaceuticals under irradiation with UV-A LEDs. The degradation kinetics under different matrix influences and energy flux densities of UV-A radiation were investigated. The results showed significant differences in the degradation rates of different compounds, with diclofenac being the most easily degraded and metoprolol the most resistant. The energy flux density and organic background matrix have strong influences on the degradation kinetics.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Sana Nouacer, Ridha Djellabi
Summary: This study presents the design of a semi-floating aerogel TiO2-based photocatalyst for the oxidation of dyes and photoreduction of Cr(VI). The TiO2 aerogel exhibited good photoactivity and could be easily recovered, washed, and recycled.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
K. Spilarewicz-Stanek, A. Jakiminska, A. Kisielewska, M. Dudek, I. Piwonski
Summary: This study investigated the stability and photochemical transformations of graphene oxide (GO) under UV irradiation and during photocatalytic processes, particularly in the presence of TiO2 thin films. It was found that the type of UV light source significantly affects the degradation of GO flakes, and TiO2 thin films can accelerate the degradation process of GO.
MATERIALS SCIENCE IN SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESSING
(2021)
Review
Environmental Sciences
F. F. A. Aziz, A. A. Jalil, N. S. Hassan, A. A. Fauzi, M. S. Azami, N. W. C. Jusoh, R. Jusoh
Summary: With the rapid development of the economy and industry, water pollution has become increasingly serious due to the excessive chemical wastes that need to be removed via reduction or oxidation reactions. Simultaneous removal of dual pollutants through photocatalytic redox reactions has been extensively studied in the past five years as it effectively decontaminates pollutants compared to single pollutant systems. This review classifies binary pollutants selectively removed through photocatalytic reduction or oxidation according to heavy metal-organic pollutants, heavy metal-heavy metal pollutants, and organic-organic pollutants. The intrinsic relationship between pollutants is explained through three different mechanisms, and strategies for enhancing this treatment method are discussed. This review provides a recent perspective on the development of photocatalysis systems for industrial applications.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yara Arbid, Mohamad Sleiman, Claire Richard
Summary: This study investigates the chemical reactions between pesticides and plant volatiles, both in solution and on plants, demonstrating the significance of these interactions. Reacting pesticides with plant metabolites can occur in various environmental compartments, highlighting the complexity of these scenarios.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Xuemei Zhang, Qian Wang, Yong Liu
Summary: A novel photocatalyst Cu0/Cu2O-PANI-CNTs was developed for efficient reduction of nitrate to nitrogen under neutral pH, achieving 100% removal efficiency of nitrate and high N2 selectivity. The interaction between Cu0, ecb, and PANI contributes to the excellent repeatability of the catalyst.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kaiyi Su, Huifang Liu, Zhuyan Gao, Paolo Fornasiero, Feng Wang
Summary: Nb2O5, an eco-friendly metal oxide with strong oxidation ability, has attracted considerable attention from researchers for its potential application in photocatalysis. Recent advances in the synthesis and application of Nb2O5-based photocatalysts have focused on factors such as size, crystalline phase, and oxygen vacancies, which play a crucial role in the catalytic process.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wenjie Ma, Yingqi Zhu, Xuewu Wang
Summary: In this research, Au nanoparticles modified HNTs/g-C3N4/CdS composite photocatalyst was prepared for highly-efficient photocatalytic reaction. The results showed that the introducing Au nanoparticles can accelerate the photo-electric conversion and separation, greatly improving the performance of the catalyst. Additionally, the HCAC-3 composite catalyst exhibited excellent photodegradation activity and photocatalytic stability.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jing-Wang Cui, Cai-Hui Rao, Meng-Ze Jia, Xin-Rong Yao, Jie Zhang
Summary: A pyridinium-based complex with environmentally friendly Zn-II ion was synthesized and used as a green catalyst for the oxidation of alcohols into aldehydes. The metal coordination enhanced electron transfer efficiency, improving photocatalytic performance and facilitating sustainable reaction conversions.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Longwen Li, Lin Chi, Hongxu Zhang, Shuming Wu, Han Wang, Zhimin Luo, Yanwei Li, Yanhui Li
Summary: This study developed a nanoparticle photocatalyst that can absorb and reduce hexavalent chromium under visible light. The results showed that the nanoparticle has high adsorption capacity and reduction efficiency, as well as excellent recycling ability. Therefore, this nanoparticle could be a promising tool for removing hexavalent chromium in water pollution treatment.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bin Cai, Martin Axelsson, Shaoqi Zhan, Mariia V. Pavliuk, Sicong Wang, Jingguo Li, Haining Tian
Summary: This study reports the photocatalytic reduction of CO2 to CO in aqueous solution using polymer dots (Pdots) without the need for additional co-catalysts. The Pdots showed high CO production rate and selectivity, and maintained stability after repeated cycles of CO2 re-purging. Mechanistic study revealed the process of the photocatalytic reaction and highlighted the potential application of organic Pdots for CO2 reduction.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Article
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Lucia I. Moran Ayala, Francisca Aparicio, Vittorio Boffa, Giuliana Magnacca, Luciano Carlos, Gabriela N. Bosio, Daniel O. Martire
Summary: Magnetic Fe-Cu nanocomposites with high adsorption capacity and photocatalytic properties were synthesized using soluble substances from urban biowaste. The materials exhibited excellent adsorption capacities for As(III) and demonstrated significant photocatalytic performance. The study investigated the effects of pyrolysis temperature on the catalytic activity and revealed the reaction mechanism of As(III) photooxidation.
PHOTOCHEMICAL & PHOTOBIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Julia G. Knapp, Maksim Y. Livshits, J. Connor Gilhula, Sylvia L. Hanna, Ida D. Piedmonte, Natalie T. Rice, Xingjie Wang, Benjamin W. Stein, Stosh A. Kozimor, Omar K. Farha
Summary: This study investigated the impact of linker identity and photoexcitation on the photocatalytic performance of uranyl-based MOFs. By analyzing the structural and photochemical properties of three uranyl-based MOFs, the study showed that the photophysical properties of linkers can be used to predict the photocatalytic behavior of uranyl-containing MOFs.
ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hong-Yan Wang, Wei-Hua Xie, Dong-Dong Wei, Rong Hu, Na Wang, Kai Chang, Shuang-Lei Lei, Bin Wang, Rui Cao
Summary: A hybrid photocatalytic assembly with efficient charge separation and great synergy was developed via thiophene immobilization, achieving a high syngas production rate and adjustable H-2/CO ratio under visible-light irradiation.
Article
Chemistry, Organic
Xiaoman Li, Jiali Fan, Dezhi Cui, Hui Yan, Shiquan Shan, Yongna Lu, Xiamin Cheng, Teck-Peng Loh
Summary: This paper presents a catalyst- and metal-free method for constructing disulfide bonds using BrCCl3 under light irradiation. This clean and mild reaction enables the oxidative coupling of thiols with a wide range of substrates, including benzylic, aryl, and aliphatic thiols, with particularly high yields achieved for cysteine derivatives. This facile strategy will greatly facilitate the synthesis of disulfide compounds.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Qi Zhang, Stefano Crespi, Ryojun Toyoda, Romain Costil, Wesley R. Browne, Da-Hui Qu, He Tian, Ben L. Feringa
Summary: By utilizing hydrogen bonds, control over the chirality of disulfide bonds is achieved to enable intramolecular and supramolecular chirality transfers, showcasing the accessibility of dynamic stereochemical space through noncovalent chirality transmission encoded in homochiral amino acid building blocks.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Linda E. Eijsink, Andy S. Sardjan, Esther G. Sinnema, Hugo den Besten, Keimpe J. van den Berg, Jitte Flapper, Rogier van Gemert, Ben L. Feringa, Wesley R. Browne
Summary: The curing process of bis-methacrylate-styrene resins was monitored using EPR and Raman spectroscopy. The results show the appearance and persistence of methacrylate and polystyrene radical species during the polymerization. Temperature and conversion rate also impact the radical signals.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jorn D. Steen, Anouk Volker, Daniel R. Duijnstee, Andy S. Sardjan, Wesley R. Browne
Summary: This study reveals that potential-induced changes in the SERS spectra of self-assembled monolayers of thiophenol on roughened gold surfaces can be attributed to local changes in pH at the electrode. The pH at the electrode can undergo significant changes during electrochemical measurements and takes considerable time to recover to the pH of the bulk solution.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chaoyi Yao, Hongyu Lin, Brian Daly, Yikai Xu, Warispreet Singh, H. Q. Nimal Gunaratne, Wesley R. Browne, Steven E. J. Bell, Peter Nockemann, Meilan Huang, Paul Kavanagh, A. Prasanna de Silva
Summary: This article introduces a new method to control electron/proton transfers in water by capturing or releasing molecules. By using shape-switchable hosts and inclusive binding of metal complexes, reaction rates can be controlled and it has important applications in photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, and luminescent sensing.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Johann B. B. Kasper, Pattama Saisaha, Maurits de Roo, Mitchell J. J. Groen, Laia Vicens, Margarida Borrell, Johannes W. W. de Boer, Ronald Hage, Miquel Costas, Wesley R. R. Browne
Summary: This study elucidates the mechanism and reactive species involved in the oxidation of alkenes and alcohols with H2O2 under the presence of a specific catalyst. The findings suggest that a certain reactive species can engage in both alkene and alcohol oxidation reactions, exhibiting selectivity.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Jorn D. Steen, Daniel R. Duijnstee, Wesley R. Browne
Summary: Molecular switching has become a key functionality in addressable materials and surfaces. However, the wide variation in interfaces studied, from single-molecule devices to two-dimensional self-assembled monolayers and thin films, poses challenges in their use and characterization. The low number density of molecules on modified interfaces and the complexity of characterizing molecular function further complicate the analysis. This review discusses the techniques and approaches used for characterizing molecular switches applied to interfaces and emphasizes the importance of understanding the limitations and quirks of specific techniques through the use of model compounds.
SURFACE SCIENCE REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Palas Roy, Wesley R. Browne, Ben L. Feringa, Stephen R. Meech
Summary: Controlling molecular translation at the nanoscale is a key objective for development of synthetic molecular machines. Recently developed third generation photochemically driven molecular motors (3GMs) offer the possibility of converting light energy into translational motion. Detailed understanding of their excited state dynamics facilitates the development of 3GMs.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Johann B. Kasper, Laia Vicens, C. Maurits de Roo, Ronald Hage, Miquel Costas, Wesley R. Browne
Summary: Mononuclear MnII oxidation catalysts with aminopyridine-based ligands achieve high TON enantioselective epoxidation of alkenes with H2O2. The electronic effect of peripheral ligand substituents plays a role in the enantioselectivity and maximum TON. The use of low temperatures and slow addition of H2O2 reduces competing H2O2 disproportionation and improves TONs for alkene oxidation.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Palas Roy, Andy S. Sardjan, Wojciech Danowski, Wesley R. Browne, Ben L. Feringa, Stephen R. Meech
Summary: In this study, a novel push-pull overcrowded alkene motor was synthesized and characterized by steady-state and ultrafast time-resolved electronic spectroscopy. It was found that tuning the charge transfer character in the excited state has a significant effect on the photoisomerization yield, providing new routes for precise control of motor efficiency.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
W. J. Niels Klement, Jorn D. Steen, Wesley R. Browne
Summary: Electrochemistry and electrochemical reactions play a crucial role in the transition to a sustainable chemical industry. To understand these reactions, time-, potential-, and spatially resolved analysis is necessary. This study demonstrates the use of surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) and resonance Raman spectroscopy for spatially and time-resolved analysis of solution composition at and near the electrode surface. The results show the potential of this approach in elucidating electro(catalytic) reactions at electrode interfaces. Rating: 7/10
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Harmke S. Siebe, Andy S. Sardjan, Sarina C. Massmann, Jitte Flapper, Keimpe J. van den Berg, Niek N. H. M. Eisink, Arno P. M. Kentgens, Ben L. Feringa, Akshay Kumar, Wesley R. Browne
Summary: Renewable polysaccharide feedstocks are widely used in bio-based food packaging, coatings, and hydrogels. However, their physical properties often require chemical modification, such as oxidation using periodate, to achieve desired characteristics. In this study, gum arabic was found to undergo oxidation primarily in the rhamnose and arabinose subunits, while galacturonic acids were unaffected. The oxidation process resulted in the formation of substituted dioxanes instead of aldehydes, which has implications for crosslinking strategies in the development of renewable polysaccharide-based materials.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Cosima Staehler, Lars Grunenberg, Maxwell W. Terban, Wesley R. Browne, Daniel Doellerer, Michael Kathan, Martin Etter, Bettina Lotsch, Ben L. Feringa, Simon Krause
Summary: The incorporation of molecular machines into porous framework structures has the potential to enhance various functions such as nano actuation and molecular transport. In this study, a light-driven molecular motor was synthesized and integrated into polymers and covalent organic frameworks (COF). The structural and dynamic properties of the resulting solids were analyzed using spectroscopic, diffraction, and theoretical methods. A crystalline 2D COF with stacked hexagonal layers containing 20 mol% molecular motors was successfully synthesized. The COF exhibited high pore volume and surface area. The supramolecular assembly and motor dynamics of the COF layers were also investigated. This research provides important insights for the analysis, design, and synthesis of motorized porous framework materials.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Johan Bootsma, Wesley R. Browne, Jitte Flapper, Bas de Bruin
Summary: In this study, photoactive complexes were found to enable photochemical control over alkyd paint curing without the need for antiskinning agents. This approach provides greater flexibility in the curing process and outperforms commonly used cobalt- and manganese-based catalysts.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Nadja A. Simeth, Paula de Mendoza, Victor R. A. Dubach, Marc C. A. Stuart, Julien W. Smith, Tibor Kudernac, Wesley R. Browne, Ben L. Feringa
Summary: Molecular recognition-driven self-assembly using single-stranded DNA as a template is a promising method to obtain complex structures from simple building blocks. In this study, the beneficial properties of a photoresponsive biohybrid hydrogel were controlled with light, adding an extra level of function to the system. The structural response of the hydrogel at both the microscopic and macroscopic scale was studied, revealing remarkable shape-memory properties and shape manipulation capabilities.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ruben Feringa, Harmke S. Siebe, W. J. Niels Klement, Jorn D. Steen, Wesley R. Browne
Summary: The study demonstrates that immobilizing photochromic molecular switches in a PMMA polymer matrix allows for tuning of color and transparency. By utilizing the primary inner filter effect and the layered construction of the films, only a single excitation wavelength is required for photochemical switching.
MATERIALS ADVANCES
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Pegah Hajivand, Johannes Carolus Jansen, Emilio Pardo, Donatella Armentano, Teresa F. Mastropietro, Amirreza Azadmehr
Summary: VOCs in human breath can be used as biomarkers for diseases, and MOFs have been extensively studied as gas sensors for VOCs. This review provides a comprehensive summary of the latest MOF-derived composites used as VOCs biomarkers' sensors, and discusses the structural and functional characteristics of MOFs, sensing properties, and the potential of bio-MOFs in VOCs sensing.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Seoyoon Song, Deborah Lee, Lucia C. Dalle Ore, Sungjun Kwak, Lifeng Kang, Hyung Kyo Kim, Noah Malmstadt, Sun Min Kim, Tae-Joon Jeon
Summary: This paper introduces the latest advancements in photoactivable liposomes in drug delivery, highlighting their advantages in precise control over drug release and targeted delivery, as well as the fine control over release kinetics achieved through the manipulation of light-responsive components. Additionally, the paper emphasizes the design considerations of physicochemical properties and light-related constituents.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Shudi Liu, Liangwei Zhang, Heejeong Kim, Jinyu Sun, Juyoung Yoon
Summary: Chromium is a strategic and critical transition metal element with extensive applications. Efficient detection methods, such as fluorescence and colorimetry, have been developed for monitoring its concentrations. However, existing reviews on fluorescent probes for chromium lack comprehensive coverage. This review aims to consolidate information and promote the development of novel fluorescent probes for chromium detection.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Rehab H. Elattar, Samah F. El-Malla, Amira H. Kamal, Fotouh R. Mansour
Summary: Metal complexes have strong analysis potential and can be used to measure analytes lacking essential chemical properties. Their analytical methods based on different mechanisms offer superior performance.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Nem Singh, Miae Won, Yunjie Xu, Changyu Yoon, Jiyoung Yoo, Mingle Li, Heemin Kang, Jong Seung Kim
Summary: Hypoxia is a common occurrence in the tumor microenvironment and poses challenges for cancer treatment. The introduction of covalent organic frameworks (COFs) offers promising prospects for addressing hypoxia-related issues. This article explores the role of COFs in enhancing oxygen delivery, generating reactive oxygen species, optimizing drug delivery, and enabling hypoxia-specific imaging, as well as outlining their applications in various hypoxia-targeting therapeutic modalities.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Priyadarshi Roy Chowdhury, Himani Medhi, Krishna G. Bhattacharyya, Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain
Summary: This review critically analyzes the production of waste-derived layered double hydroxides (LDH) and their utility in electrochemical water splitting for the generation of green hydrogen as sustainable energy. It highlights the importance of waste-derived LDH and discusses the challenges and future directions in this field.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Rajamanickam Sivakumar, Nae Yoon Lee
Summary: This article reviews the progress in imaging reactive oxygen, nitrogen, and sulfur species (RONSS) using luminescent metal complex-based probes. This technology is selective and sensitive, which is of great significance for studying the impact of RONSS in cells and tissues and preventing diseases.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Xinyang Li, Binbin Ding, Pan Zheng, Ping'an Ma, Jun Lin
Summary: The main goal of immunotherapy is to enhance the response and cytotoxicity of tumor-specific T cells by turning cold tumors into hot tumors. However, metabolic reprogramming in the tumor microenvironment can depress the cytotoxicity of T cells and hinder the effectiveness of immunotherapy. This review discusses the role of metabolic reprogramming in the interplay between cancer cells and immune cells in the tumor microenvironment and explores the use of nanomaterials to modulate metabolic pathways and improve immunotherapy outcomes.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Kingsley Poon, Abhishek Gupta, William S. Price, Hala Zreiqat, Gurvinder Singh
Summary: Progress in the development of manganese oxide nanoparticles (MONPs) has provided an alternative for early-stage diagnosis of life-threatening diseases and therapeutic delivery of drugs and genes. The synthesis and characterization of MONPs have enabled the production of multi-functional targeted nanoparticles in various sizes and shapes. The integration of diagnosis and therapeutic capabilities within a single entity, known as nanotheranostics, is promising for real-time monitoring of disease progression and evaluating therapeutic treatment efficacy.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Reza Abedi-Firoozjah, Hadiseh Ebdali, Mahya Soltani, Parastoo Abdolahi-Fard, Mahshid Heydari, Elham Assadpour, Maryam Azizi-Lalabadi, Fuyuan Zhang, Seid Mahdi Jafari
Summary: With the increasing awareness of food safety, there is a growing demand for efficient and affordable sensing methods for the detection of pathogens and toxins in food products. Nanosensors offer promising solutions with their quick and reliable detection capabilities, although challenges remain in their fabrication and practical application.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Demei Sun, Xuesong Feng, Xinyuan Zhu, Youfu Wang, Jinghui Yang
Summary: Metal organic cages (MOCs) with precise and tunable nano structures show great potential in cancer therapy. Their diverse functions and ultrasmall size make them excellent nanoagents for different anticancer strategies, demonstrating outstanding anticancer performances.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Li Li, Yang-Tao Yu, Ning-Ning Zhang, Shu-Hao Li, Jian-Ge Zeng, Yang Hua, Hong Zhang
Summary: This article summarizes recent advances in POM-based hybrid photochromic materials (PCHPMs), including structure types, new photochromic mechanisms, and applications. It can provide valuable guidance for researchers investigating POM-based hybrid photochromic materials.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Chien Ing Yeo, Clariss Hui Peng Goh, Edward R. T. Tiekink, Jactty Chew
Summary: This review article provides an overview of the antibacterial activity of gold complexes, with a focus on gold(I) and gold(III) complexes. It also summarizes the repurposing of Auranofin for antibacterial purposes and the associated mechanism(s) of action.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Sangharaj Diyali, Nilankar Diyali, Bhaskar Biswas
Summary: This study discusses the recent progress in the design and development of catalysts, focusing on the factors influencing overpotential, catalytic rate, and stability, as well as the mechanisms of the hydrogen evolution reaction in acidic and alkaline media. Moreover, it outlines the challenges in future design of robust and active electrocatalysts.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Shaik Gouse Peera, Rahul S. Menon, Sumanta Kumar Das, Akram Alfantazi, K. Karuppasamy, Chao Liu, Akhila Kumar Sahu
Summary: Doped carbon materials, especially F-doped carbon catalysts, have gained significant attention as metal-free catalysts for oxygen reduction reactions and as corrosion-resistant supports for Pt and non-Pt nanoparticles. F-doped carbon materials possess unique properties and greatly improve the activity and durability of the ORR compared to N-doped carbon materials. The high electronegativity of F-doping can efficiently modify the electronic band structure of carbon materials, favoring the ORR. This review systematically discusses the effect of F-doping/F co-doping on the electrocatalytic reduction of O2 in acidic and alkaline conditions, the stability and durability of fuel cell catalysts, and provides guidelines for working with F-doped carbons. Future research directions on F-doped carbons are also proposed to bridge the gap between laboratory-scale assessments and commercial applications.
COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS
(2024)
