Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tayiba Ilyas, Fazal Raziq, Sharafat Ali, Amir Zada, Nasir Ilyas, Rahim Shaha, Yong Wang, Liang Qiao
Summary: A frugal and facile approach was reported for decorating MoS2 nanosheets on copper nanorods to design MoS2/Cu architecture as a trifunctional catalyst for electrochemical water splitting and photocatalytic CO2 conversion. The synergistic effect of MoS2 nanosheets and Cu nanorods architecture significantly improved the efficiency of water electrolysis and CO2 reduction, making it a promising electrocatalyst for large-scale energy applications.
MATERIALS & DESIGN
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chunyan Wang, Fulin Yang, Ligang Feng
Summary: The bi-functional catalytic ability of an Ir-based catalyst for acidic overall water splitting was achieved by using tellurium nanorods as a support, which resulted from the special electronic coupling and synergism between Ir and Te elements.
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qi Wang, Ze-Yu Tian, Wen-Jing Cui, Na Hu, Si-Meng Zhang, Yuan-Yuan Ma, Zhan-Gang Han
Summary: In this study, hierarchical flower-like CoS2-MoS2/CC hybrid spheres were prepared and demonstrated excellent oxygen evolution and hydrogen evolution activities in electrochemical water splitting, with remarkable long-term durability and overall water splitting performance. This work provides a practical strategy for exploring high-efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Jia-Nian Li, Ze-Yu Du, Ning-Fang Li, Ye-Min Han, Ting-Ting Zang, Mu-Xiu Yang, Xiao-Mei Liu, Ji-Lei Wang, Hua Mei, Yan Xu
Summary: Two {P4Mo6}-based compounds were successfully synthesized under hydrothermal conditions, demonstrating 3D frameworks constructed from molybdophosphates and transition metal ions. Compound 1 exhibited higher catalytic activity in CO2 photoreduction due to the energy band structure of Co species in {P4Mo6} clusters, with a promising CO yield of 3261 mu mol g(-1) in 8 hours. Additionally, the photoluminescence properties of compound 2 were investigated.
DALTON TRANSACTIONS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yi Feng, Zhe Li, Chuan-Qi Cheng, Wen-Jing Kang, Jing Mao, Gu-Rong Shen, Jing Yang, Cun-Ku Dong, Hui Liu, Xi-Wen Du
Summary: The research utilized a laser ablation technique to prepare a strawberry-like catalyst embedded with Co3O4 and Ag cluster, effectively promoting water electrolysis process, reducing overpotential, and enhancing the performance of hydrogen evolution and oxygen evolution.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Shunli Li, Zhixiong Yang, Zhen Liu, Yaping Ma, Yu Gu, Long Zhao, Qiulan Zhou, Weijian Xu
Summary: In this study, a porous carbon-based bimetal electrocatalyst with rich active sites and high catalytic stability was developed for overall water splitting, showing promising performance in both hydrogen evolution reaction and oxygen evolution reaction.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Meng-Di Zhang, Jia -Run Huang, Wen Shi, Pei-Qin Liao, Xiao-Ming Chen
Summary: In this study, a stable metal-organic framework (PcNi-Co-O) was reported as a bifunctional electrocatalyst for efficient CO2 overall splitting. PcNi-Co-O achieved a commercial-scale current density of 123 mA cm-2 and a Faradic efficiency (CO) of 98% at a low cell voltage of 4.4 V when used as both cathode and anode catalysts. Mechanism studies revealed the synergistic effects between two active sites and the energy-level matching of cathode and anode catalysts.
JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kaixun Li, Dongmei Feng, Yun Tong
Summary: This paper presents a novel hybrid electrocatalyst designed for overall water splitting, which exhibits superior bifunctional performance by engineering the electronic structure and surface properties of the material. The catalyst showed low overpotentials for hydrogen and oxygen evolution reactions at a high current density, and the water electrolyzer based on this catalyst achieved a small potential for a high current density. These results indicate the promising application potential of this electrode for hydrogen generation.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Na Zhang, Qing Zhang, Chen Xu, Yang Li, Jian-Yong Zhang, Liang Wu, Yufeng Liu, Yong-Zheng Fang, Zhifu Liu
Summary: A flexible self-supported Cu2O@Fe2O3@carbon cloth electrode was synthesized and showed excellent performance in oxygen and hydrogen evolution reactions, as well as in CO2 reduction. The study proposed an enhanced OER kinetics and a plausible mechanism for CO2 photo-reduction based on measurements and density functional theory calculation. This research provides a multifunctional phtoelectrocatalyst for clean energy applications.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Linghao He, Shunjiang Huang, Yongkang Liu, Minghua Wang, Bingbing Cui, Shide Wu, Jiameng Liu, Zhihong Zhang, Miao Du
Summary: In this study, Co9S8@MoS2 nanohybrids were designed and synthesized as trifunctional electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution, oxygen evolution, and methanol oxidation reactions. The nanostructure and chemical components of the nanohybrids can be modulated by changing the mole ratios of precursors. The nanohybrid exhibited superior catalytic efficiency and low overpotential for overall water splitting at a current density of 10 mA cm(-2).
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ping Niu, Junjing Dai, Xiaojuan Zhi, Zhonghui Xia, Shulan Wang, Li Li
Summary: Graphitic carbon nitride (GCN) has shown great potential as a photocatalyst for overall water splitting, with breakthrough progress being made in this dynamic research field. Modulating the activity of GCN can lead to more efficient photocatalytic water splitting, offering new ideas and methods for the design of advanced photocatalysts in the future.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Min Zhou, Yifeng Zeng, Yang Liu, Yi Sun, Fei Lu, Xiuyun Zhang, Rongxing Cao, Yuxiong Xue, Xianghua Zeng, Yongping Wu
Summary: This study reports a unique Ni-Mo based metal/oxide heterostructure catalyst with abundant mesopores, which exhibits extensive exposure of interfacial Ni atoms and remarkable activity in alkaline hydrogen evolution reaction. The synthetic strategy can also be extended to synthesize other metal/oxide heterostructures with remarkable oxygen evolution reaction performance.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rong Chen, Guodong Gao, Jingshan Luo
Summary: This study integrates water-stable perovskite-like material with Au co-catalyst for photocatalytic CO2 reduction in aqueous solution. The co-catalyst significantly increases the electron generation and catalytic rate of the material. This research contributes to the rational design of stable perovskite-like materials for photocatalytic applications.
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Di Yin, Yun-Dong Cao, Dong-Feng Chai, Lin-Lin Fan, Guang-Gang Gao, Ming-Liang Wang, Hong Liu, Zhenhui Kang
Summary: Water splitting is a clean way to produce hydrogen, and an efficient catalyst interface is crucial for improving its activity and stability. In this study, Pt-based bifunctional catalysts consisting of Pt, WOx, and graphene were fabricated, showing enhanced catalytic activity and stability.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Ieva Barauskiene, Giedrius Laukaitis, Eugenijus Valatka
Summary: The study conducted a detailed electrochemical evaluation on four types of commercially available stainless steel, revealing differences in their electrocatalytic activity, stability, and corrosion resistance. It was found that although stainless steels are sensitive to oxidative environments, their corrosion rate is not significant.
JOURNAL OF ELECTROANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Shuangshuang Zhang, Xiyue Liu, Zehui Li, Long Hao, Penghui Wang, Xiaoran Zou, Zhanjun Liu, Guangjin Zhang, Chun-Yang Zhang
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2019)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Menglei Yuan, Junwu Chen, Yiling Bai, Zhanjun Liu, Jingxian Zhang, Tongkun Zhao, Qin Wang, Shuwei Li, Hongyan He, Guangjin Zhang
Summary: The novel Mott-Schottky Bi-BiVO4 heterostructures exhibit remarkable urea yield rate and Faradaic efficiency by facilitating targeted activation of CO2 and N-2 molecules, effectively suppressing CO poisoning and endothermic intermediates, ensuring the desired exothermic coupling reaction.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Haifan Wang, Menglei Yuan, Jingxian Zhang, Yiling Bai, Ke Zhang, Bin Li, Guangjin Zhang
Summary: Electrocatalytic nitrogen reduction (eNRR) for ammonia synthesis under mild conditions has gained more attention as a promising alternative to the traditional Haber-Bosch process. FeOOH nanorods coupled with Lewis acid-base pairs (LPs) were prepared to drive eNRR, while polyethylene glycol (PEG) was introduced to inhibit hydrogen evolution reaction (HER). The FeOOH-150 catalyst exhibited remarkable eNRR performance with high NH3 yield rate and Faradaic efficiency.
JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xu Zhang, Jingxian Zhang, Shi Zeng, Haifan Wang, Yiling Bai, Huaming Hou, Ke Zhang, Bin Li, Guangjin Zhang
Summary: A novel strategy of loading Fe-N-C on Ce2O2CN2 is proposed to improve the activity and stability of Fe-N-C catalysts for oxygen reduction reaction (ORR). The Fe-N-C@Ce2O2CN2 catalyst shows excellent ORR activity and long-term stability in alkaline medium, outperforming commercial Pt/C catalyst. The Zn-air batteries made using this catalyst exhibit a high peak power density of 119.35 mW cm(-2).
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Menglei Yuan, Junwu Chen, Honghua Zhang, Qiongguang Li, Le Zhou, Chao Yang, Rongji Liu, Zhanjun Liu, Suojiang Zhang, Guangjin Zhang
Summary: Through the design of a novel conductive metal-organic framework, the highly selective electrocatalytic activation of N-2 and CO2 to synthesize urea has been achieved, demonstrating record-high urea yield rate and high selectivity.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jingxian Zhang, Menglei Yuan, Tongkun Zhao, Wenbo Wang, Haoyang Huang, Kairui Cui, Zhanjun Liu, Shuwei Li, Zehui Li, Guangjin Zhang
Summary: This study reports a facile surfactant-free strategy for producing Cu-incorporated PtBi intermetallic nanofiber bundles, which exhibit excellent electrocatalytic performance towards methanol and ethanol oxidation reactions. The Cu-PtBi NFBs show remarkable CO tolerance, superior mass and specific activities, as well as improved efficiency compared to commercial Pt/C, making them promising anodic materials for fuel cell applications. X-ray absorption fine structure analysis and density functional theory simulation confirm the key role of ordered PtBi-based structure and Cu-induced bifunctional effect in optimizing the CO-poisoning pathway.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Victor Charles, Yong Yang, Menglei Yuan, Jitao Zhang, Yaling Li, Jingxian Zhang, Tongkun Zhao, Zhanjun Liu, Bin Li, Guangjin Zhang
Summary: The study demonstrates that CoOx/UiO-66-300 and NiO/UiO-66-300 heterostructures prepared using ultrasonic impregnation show excellent oxygen evolution reaction activities with rapid electron transfer. The calcination temperature significantly affects the stability of the UiO-66 framework and reaction activity.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tongkun Zhao, Junwu Chen, Menglei Yuan, Kaiqing Dai, Jingxian Zhang, Shuwei Li, Hongyan He, Zhanjun Liu, Guangjin Zhang
Summary: The research involved constructing a high-level sulfur host using porous nitrogen-doped carbon nanorods embedded with ultrafine Bi nanoparticles, which optimized electronic structure for effective chemical adsorption and redox catalysis of polysulfides. Experimental results demonstrated outstanding capacity retention and efficiency of such electrodes under high-sulfur loading.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Menglei Yuan, Junwu Chen, Yiling Bai, Zhanjun Liu, Jingxian Zhang, Tongkun Zhao, Qiaona Shi, Shuwei Li, Xi Wang, Guangjin Zhang
Summary: The study demonstrates the efficient electrocatalytic C-N coupling reaction by using BiFeO3/BiVO4 heterojunction to synthesize urea under ambient conditions, achieving high efficiency and high Faradaic efficiency. The research shows that the local charge redistribution in the heterojunction effectively suppresses CO poisoning and the formation of the endothermic *NNH intermediate.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Menglei Yuan, Yiling Bai, Jingxian Zhang, Tongkun Zhao, Shuwei Li, Hongyan He, Zhanjun Liu, Zhongde Wang, Guangjin Zhang
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sobia Dilpazir, Rongji Liu, Menglei Yuan, Muhammad Imran, Zhanjun Liu, Yongbing Xie, He Zhao, Guangjin Zhang
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2020)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Peilong Lu, Denglei Gao, Hongyan He, Qiaoxin Wang, Zhanjun Liu, Sobia Dipazir, Mengtei Yuan, Wenyue Zu, Guangjin Zhang
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sobia Dilpazir, Hongyan He, Zehui Li, Meng Wang, Peilong Lu, Rongji Liu, Zhujun Xie, Denglei Gao, Guangjin Zhang
ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS
(2018)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Rongji Liu, Yuyang Luo, Yuanhao Zheng, Guangjin Zhang, Carsten Streb
CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS
(2020)
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)