Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Hui Zhou, Xin-Ping Wu, Xue-Qing Gong
Summary: In this study, density functional theory calculations were used to analyze the reconstruction and adsorption phenomena on polar CeO2 surfaces. The formation of pocket-like structures was found to increase surface stability and promote the adsorption and dispersion of metal atoms. This study provides new models for understanding surface reconstruction and adsorption.
ADVANCED THEORY AND SIMULATIONS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear
Weihua Ji, Na Wang, Qiang Li, He Zhu, Kun Lin, Jinxia Deng, Jun Chen, Hongjie Zhang, Xianran Xing
Summary: In this study, the distribution of oxygen vacancies in a 5 nm CeO2 nanocube was determined through simulations and calculations. The results showed that oxygen vacancies are mainly located near the surface, with two types of vacancies in the subsurface, and excess electrons tend to localize in Ce layers.
INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Mechanical
Lile Xie, Jie Cheng, Tongqing Wang, Xinchun Lu
Summary: By using atomic force microscopy and scanning electron microscopy, the study investigates the mechanical removal mechanism of silicon with different exposure surfaces of cerium oxide (CeO2). It is found that the main type of mechanical wear between Si and CeO2 is adhesive wear. The relationship between silicon removal rate, friction force, and ceria wear rate with different crystallographic orientations of CeO2 is also explored.
TRIBOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Zhipeng Wang, Jinho Byun, Zhen Wang, Yaolong Xing, Jinsol Seo, Jaekwang Lee, Sang Ho Oh
Summary: Polar surfaces are unstable and reactive due to uncompensated surface charges. Surface reconstructions, including atomic step and step-assisted reconstructions, play crucial roles in the charge compensation of polar oxide surfaces.
ADVANCED MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Polymer Science
Vasily V. Spiridonov, Andrey V. Sybachin, Vladislava A. Pigareva, Mikhail I. Afanasov, Sharifjon A. Musoev, Alexander V. Knotko, Sergey B. Zezin
Summary: An elegant method for synthesizing nanocomposites consisting of cerium-containing nanoparticles stabilized by carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) macromolecules at room temperature was introduced in this study. The nanocomposites were characterized using microscopy, XRD, and IR spectroscopy analysis. The crystal structure of the inorganic nanoparticles, corresponding to CeO2, was determined and a mechanism for nanoparticle formation was proposed. The study demonstrated that the size and shape of the nanoparticles in the resulting nanocomposites were independent of the ratio of the initial reagents. Spherical particles with a mean diameter of 2-3 nm were obtained in different reaction mixtures with a cerium mass fraction ranging from 6.4% to 14.1%. The study also proposed a dual stabilization scheme for CeO2 nanoparticles involving carboxylate and hydroxyl groups of CMC. These findings suggest that the easily reproducible technique has promise for the large-scale development of nanoceria-containing materials.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Inti Zumeta-Dube, Jose Manuel Garcia Rangel, Jorge Roque, Issis Claudette Romero-Ibarra, Mario Fidel Garcia Sanchez
Summary: The study demonstrates that ultrasonic spray pyrolysis technique can be used to obtain textured CeO2 films on glass substrates, and evaluates the factors influencing the texture and morphology characteristics of the films.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xuejiao Wei, Xiaodong Rang, Wenhao Zhu, Mei Xiang, Yaoyao Deng, Fuhua Jiang, Rui Mao, Zhenwei Zhang, Xianqiang Kong, Fei Wang
Summary: The different morphologies of CeO2 in Ni/CeO2 catalysts have an impact on their catalytic activity for the selective hydrogenation of cinnamaldehyde, with Ni/CeO2-R showing the highest catalytic activity and recycling stability.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Richuan Rao, Hanwen Liang, Chunming Hu, Huaze Dong, Xiongzi Dong, Yongqiang Tang, Song Fang, Qiang Ling
Summary: Ag-CeO2 nanoassemblies were prepared via a simple method, with a structure comprising Ag nanoparticles and CeO2 nanoparticles. The ease of Ag-CeO2 interface oxygen activation is strongly influenced by the pyrolysis temperature. Nanoassemblies prepared at higher temperatures exhibit higher catalytic activity due to more interfacial lattice oxygen provided at lower temperatures.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Niko Heikkinen, Juha Lehtonen, Laura Keskivali, Jihong Yim, Shwetha Shetty, Yanling Ge, Matti Reinikainen, Matti Putkonen
Summary: A protective overcoating was deposited on a Fischer-Tropsch catalyst using atomic layer deposition, and a model was used to predict the thickness and penetration depth of the overcoating, which was validated by microscopy studies.
PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yinyi Ma, Chengsong Zeng, Peng Zeng, Yuchao Hu, Faming Li, Zhonghao Zheng, Minchao Qin, Xinhui Lu, Mingzhen Liu
Summary: Modification of the perovskite surface with organic ammonium halide salts is a strategy to improve the open-circuit voltage of perovskite solar cells. The use of polar molecular PMA(+) at the interface between perovskite and hole transporting layer significantly increases the open-circuit voltage, leading to improved performance of the solar cell.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hannes Zschiesche, Inna L. Soroka, Mats Jonsson, Nadezda V. Tarakina
Summary: This study investigates the influence of irradiation dose on the growth mechanisms and morphology of CeO2 particles formed through the radiolytic oxidation of Ce3+ in aqueous solution. The results show that different dose rates do not affect the growth pathway of CeO2 particles and result in the formation of highly ordered structures. Additionally, locally applied irradiation induces Ce-ion concentration gradients, impacting the growth of CeO2 and leading to the appearance of branched morphologies.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Claudia B. Queiroz, Adriana P. B. Santos, Thaiza S. Queiroz, Aline E. B. Lima, Rejane Maria P. da Silva, Renato A. Antunes, Geraldo E. Luz Jr, Anne Gabriella D. Santos, Vinicius P. S. Caldeira
Summary: This study evaluated the photoactivity of CeO2 nanostructured materials in the photodegradation of CIP and proposed a possible photodegradation mechanism. CeNTs exhibited superior surface and optical properties, resulting in an increased photoactivation rate and a CIP degradation rate approximately 28% higher than CeO2. Therefore, it was confirmed that the fibrillar morphology can change the properties of CeO2 and enhance its application as a photocatalyst.
WATER AIR AND SOIL POLLUTION
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gyeong Seok Park, Dong Hae Ho, Benzheng Lyu, Seungbae Jeon, Du Yeol Ryu, Dae Woo Kim, Namkon Lee, Sungwook Kim, Young Jae Song, Sae Byeok Jo, Jeong Ho Cho
Summary: MXenes are two-dimensional materials that exhibit excellent electrical and electrochemical properties through solution-based processing. In this study, a polymeric superdispersant was introduced to expand the processing capabilities of MXenes, resulting in a broad dispersibility window for various solvents. Additionally, MXene@PCE composite films exhibited highly robust properties.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zihao Teng, Xiaokun Yi, Chenhang Zhang, Chi He, Yulong Yang, Qinglan Hao, Baojuan Dou, Feng Bin
Summary: CO self-sustaining catalytic combustion is a potential means to efficiently convert off-gases from steelmaking. Designing model catalysts is crucial for understanding the reaction process and optimizing catalysts, with Cu2O exposing (1 0 0), (1 1 1), and (1 1 0) planes being excellent materials. In this study, morphological CeO2/Cu2O inverse model catalysts were synthesized to investigate the synergistic effect and reaction mechanism. The results showed that the ignition temperature is lowered on the interface due to the synergistic effect, while the combustion after ignition is controlled by Cu2O planes providing lattice oxygen for CO reaction. Additionally, the exposure of different planes plays a significant role in the reaction process, with O-termination on (1 0 0) inhibiting the interaction, Cu-termination on (1 1 0) surface structure, and coordinately unsaturated Cu+ on open (1 1 1) surface contributing to superior catalytic performance.
APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
(2023)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Chen Zou, Guanxing Li, Kai Zhang, Zhong-Kang Han, Ying Jiang, Wentao Yuan, Hangsheng Yang, Ze Zhang, Yong Wang
Summary: This study presents a method to prepare and determine the atomic structures of nanocrystalline CeO2 high-index surfaces using in situ spherical aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy (STEM). By combining experimental and computational techniques, the unique features and electrical properties of high-index surfaces were revealed.
MATERIALS TODAY NANO
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Andjelika Bjelajac, Rada Petrovic, George E. Stan, Gabriel Socol, Andreea Mihailescu, Ion N. Mihailescu, Katerina Veltruska, Vladimir Matolin, Zdravko Siketic, George Provatas, Milko Jaksic, Djordje Janackovic
Summary: Anodization and annealing were used to prepare a nanotubular TiO2 photoanode, and it was found that C-doping improved the crystallinity and absorption properties of TiO2. Pulsed laser deposition was applied for covering Bi2O3 on the nanotubes, leading to enhanced photoelectrochemical performance.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Simone Pollastri, Marco Bogar, Roman Fiala, Heinz Amenitsch, Yurii Yakovlev, Alessandro Lavacchi, Giuliana Aquilanti, Vladimir Matolin
Summary: This study investigates the stability of innovative Pt-CeOx anode catalyst deposited on two different supports using X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS). The research shows that ceria directly deposited onto the nano-Gas Diffusion Layer (nGDL) is stable, while it is unstable when deposited onto the Carbon Ionomer Layer (CIL). In addition, the study reveals that the fraction of Pt2+ increases as the overall amount of Pt decreases.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Physics, Condensed Matter
Yaroslava Lykhach, Viktor Johanek, Armin Neitzel, Tomas Skala, Nataliya Tsud, Klara Beranova, Josef Myslivecek, Olaf Brummel, Joerg Libuda
Summary: The decomposition mechanisms of ethanol and ethylene glycol on different CeO2 films were studied, and it was found that the decomposition pathways and products varied under different conditions.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS-CONDENSED MATTER
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Tomas Hrbek, Peter Kus, Tereza Kosutova, Katerina Veltruska, Thu Ngan Dinhova, Milan Dopita, Vladimir Matolin, Iva Matolinova
Summary: This study investigated the performance of magnetron sputtered low-loading iridium-ruthenium thin films as catalysts for the Oxygen Evolution Reaction. The results showed that ruthenium-containing catalysts exhibited higher activity, and the Ir-Ru 1:3 sample showed higher activity and less degradation after the procedure. Chemical and structural analysis revealed that the stability of the Ir-Ru 1:3 sample was related to the RuO2 chemical state and hcp structure.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Matteo Farnesi Camellone, Filip Dvorak, Mykhailo Vorokhta, Andrii Tovt, Ivan Khalakhan, Viktor Johanek, Tomas Skala, Iva Matolinova, Stefano Fabris, Josef Myslivecek
Summary: Single-atom catalysts are important heterogeneous catalysts. Recent studies show that single-atom sites on the catalyst substrates can significantly affect the distribution of metal nanoparticles. By controlling the atmosphere, researchers can control the size of Pt nanoparticles on ceria-based single-atom catalysts, leading to changes in catalyst activity and stability. The competition between Pt single-atom sites and Pt nanoparticles determines the morphology of Pt nanoparticle population on the ceria surface. In oxidizing atmosphere, Pt single-atom sites bond strongly with Pt atoms and cause nanoparticle shrinkage, while in reducing atmosphere, Pt single-atom sites are emptied and Pt nanoparticles grow. A generic model of Pt redispersion and coarsening on ceria substrates is proposed, providing an atomic-level explanation for various dynamic processes observed in single-atom catalysts.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Vitalii Uvarov, Jozef Krutel, Karel Masek, Josef Myslivecek, Viktor Johanek
Summary: The thermal stability of Co3O4 and CeOx-Co3O4 thin films prepared by various dry physical techniques was studied. It was found that the well-ordered model system exhibited higher thermal stability compared to high surface area oxides. The cerium adlayer can serve as a stabilizing component, protecting cobalt oxide from reduction and decomposition in applications using Co3O4.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Maximilian Kastenmeier, Lukas Fusek, Xin Deng, Tomas Skala, Sascha Mehl, Nataliya Tsud, Sebastian Grau, Corinna Stumm, Vitalii Uvarov, Viktor Johanek, Joerg Libuda, Yaroslava Lykhach, Josef Myslivec, Olaf Brummel
Summary: This study demonstrates the effect of particle size and shape on the oxidation behavior of nanostructured electrocatalysts and reveals the crucial role of electronic metal support interaction (EMSI) in the stability of metal/oxide interfaces.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Viacheslav Kalinovych, Md Saeedur Rahman, Lesia Piliai, Yuliia Kosto, Sascha L. Mehl, Tomas Skala, Iva Matolinova, Vladimir Matolin, Kevin C. Prince, Ye Xu, Nataliya Tsud
Summary: The adsorption of phenylphosphonic acid (PPA) on Cu(111) was studied and it was found that the dehydrogenated phenylphosphonic acid molecule (PP) is the dominant surface species in the temperature range 150-300 degrees C. The stable PP adlayer effectively protects the Cu(111) surface from oxidation. Furthermore, thermal treatment of the PPA adlayer leads to molecular decomposition and subsequent formation of phosphorus-rich species at higher temperatures.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
James Forsythe, Oleksandr Leiko, Vitalii Uvarov, Jan Skvara, Josef Myslivecek, Karel Masek, Viktor Johanek
Summary: Heteroepitaxial layers of ordered cobalt monoxide were prepared on single crystal Cu(111) substrate using two physical deposition methods. The structure and orientation of the CoO thin films were characterized, and the surface morphology was probed using scanning tunneling microscopy. It was found that only at low oxygen pressures could the cobalt monoxide phase be established on the Cu(111) surface.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Alina Madalina Darabut, Yevheniia Lobko, Yurii Yakovlev, Miquel Gamon Rodriguez, Katerina Veltruska, Bretislav Smid, Peter Kus, Jaroslava Novakova, Milan Dopita, Maryna Vorokhta, Vladimir Kopecky, Marek Prochazka, Iva Matolinova, Vladimir Matolin
Summary: Thermally expanded graphite (TEG), a promising filler, was prepared through thermal treatment of expandable graphite, resulting in a material with high electrical conductivity. The effects of temperature treatment on the morphology and chemical structure of TEG were thoroughly characterized.
ADVANCED POWDER TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Physics, Condensed Matter
Federico Frezza, Ana Sanchez-Grande, Martin Ondracek, Martin Vondracek, Qifan Chen, Oleksandr Stetsovych, Victor Villalobos-Vilda, Ezequiel Tosi, Francisco Javier Palomares, Maria Francisca Lopez, Carlos Sanchez-Sanchez, Karl-Heinz Ernst, Jose Angel Martin-Gago, Jan Honolka, Pavel Jelinek
Summary: We investigate the atomic structure and electronic properties of epitaxial SnSe structures grown on a metallic Au(111) substrate. We observe a coverage-dependent transition from metallic beta-SnSe to semiconducting alpha-SnSe phases. Comprehensive characterization techniques, combined with density functional theory, allow us to study the geometric and electronic properties of both phases.
JOURNAL OF PHYSICS-CONDENSED MATTER
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Software Engineering
Jack Hellerstedt, Ales Cahlik, Martin Svec, Oleksandr Stetsovych, Tyler Hennen
Summary: Scanning tunneling and atomic force microscopies are advancing rapidly to achieve high spatial resolution for various chemical species. They can directly examine precursors and products of on-surface chemical reactions, as well as investigate chiral effects and self-assembled structures. This open-source, modular, python-based scheme automates the categorization of molecules in medium-sized scanned probe images.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qi-Wen Chen, Ze-Qing Guo, Jian-Ping Zhou
Summary: Multifunctional continuous solid solutions NFMTO-x were successfully synthesized via a one-step hydrothermal method by controlling the ratio of Mg and Fe. The NFMTO-x materials exhibited enhanced visible light response, effective adsorption and photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants, CO2 methanation capability, and easy recyclability due to their magnetic properties. This research provides a significant multifunctional material for water purification.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
George E. Stan, Maziar Montazerian, Adam Shearer, Bryan W. Stuart, Francesco Baino, John C. Mauro, Jose M. F. Ferreira
Summary: Bioactive glasses have the ability to form strong bonds with tissues and release therapeutic ions. However, their biomechanical compatibility limits their use in load-bearing applications. The use of magnetron sputtering technology to fabricate BG coatings shows promise in improving their efficacy and potential for application.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhaoxuan Wang, Zhicheng Yan, Zhigang Qi, Yu Feng, Qi Chen, Ziqi Song, Meng Huang, Peng Jia, Ki Buem Kim, Weimin Wang
Summary: The corrosion behavior of Fe-60 and Fe-83 ribbons in 0.6 M NaCl was studied. Fe-60 exhibited a local corrosion mode and formed a stable passivation film with higher corrosion resistance, while Fe-83 showed a combination of local and global corrosion modes and had lower corrosion resistance. Controlling the precipitation of nanocrystalline phases and increasing the POx content in the passivation film significantly improved the corrosion resistance of Fe-based glassy alloys.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hao-Kai Peng, Sheng-Yen Zheng, Wei-Ning Kao, Ting-Chieh Lai, Kai-Sheun Lee, Yung- Hsien Wu
Summary: This study investigates the effects of high energy/fluence proton radiation on the performance of HfZrOx-based FeFETs memory with different Zr content. The results show that the characteristics of FeFETs are influenced by proton radiation, and the extent of the influence depends on the Zr content. FeFETs with 50% Zr content exhibit minimal changes in memory window and demonstrate good endurance and retention performance.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zongyi Yue, Guangyi Wang, Zengguang Huang, Sihua Zhong
Summary: In this study, AZO and ITO films were successfully tuned as excellent passivation layers for c-Si surfaces, achieving effective minority carrier lifetime and outstanding optical properties through the optimization of annealing temperature and interfacial silicon oxide.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Martin Hruska, Jan Kejzlar, Jaroslav Otta, Premysl Fitl, Michal Novotny, Jakub Cizek, Oksana Melikhova, Matej Micusik, Peter Machata, Martin Vrnata
Summary: This paper presents a detailed study on the hydrogen sensing capabilities of highly nanoporous black gold films. The films exhibit fast response and recovery times at low temperatures. Different levels of nanoporosity were prepared and tested to investigate the sensing properties, and it was found that nanoporous black gold is suitable for hydrogen sensing. The sensitivity of the film depends on its nanoporosity.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yupu Wang, Gaofeng Teng, Chun To Yiu, Junyi Zhu
Summary: In the study of BM-SCO and HSCO thin films, it was found that H vacancies tend to prefer sites near the external surface or oxygen vacancy channels (OVCs), while H interstitials prefer sites of oxygen on a layer that contains six-fold coordinated Co. These findings not only enrich the understanding of complex surface phenomena of defect formation but also provide an explanation for the reversibility during phase transformation.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jiafeng Lu, Linping Teng, Qinxiao Zhai, Chunhua Wang, Matthieu Lancry, Ye Dai, Xianglong Zeng
Summary: In this study, we achieved full control of fiber nanograting orientation by manipulating laser polarization, and tailored space variant fiber nanogratings, which expanded the diversity in fiber nanograting engineering.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yibo Liu, Yujie Tao, Yue Liu, Qi Sun, Qinrong Lin, Kexin Kang, Qinghua Zhang, Qingjie Sun
Summary: This study investigates the wettability of the Ti-Cu-Fe multi-metal system, specifically the wetting behaviors of CuSi3 droplets on TC4 and 304SS plates. The results show that the CO2 + Ar gas atmosphere significantly affects interfacial mass transfer, thus influencing the wettability of the systems.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Jimei Liu, Fei Wang, Rong Guo, Yuqi Liu, Mengyu Zhang, Jaka Sunarso, Dong Liu
Summary: This study developed Co/MXene composites with anti-corrosion properties by varying the cobalt content. These composites exhibited remarkable electromagnetic absorption performance and high resistance to corrosion under various corrosive conditions. The study also revealed the mechanism of electron transfer from cobalt to MXene and the electromagnetic dissipation behavior originated from polarization loss alone.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Moujie Huang, Yongsong Ma, Jingbo Yang, Lingyun Xu, Hangqi Yang, Miao Wang, Xin Ma, Xin Xia, Junhao Yang, Deli Wang, Chuang Peng
Summary: Strong metal-support interactions (SMSIs) are important for enhancing catalytic activities and stability in thermal catalysis. This study demonstrates a method to create SMSIs in electrocatalysis using carbon nanotubes and Ru nanoparticles, resulting in excellent catalytic activity and stability.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Ravi Trivedi, Brinti Mondal, Nandini Garg, Brahmananda Chakraborty
Summary: This study explores the potential of biphenylene as a nanocarrier for the delivery of the anticancer drug cisplatin. It is found that biphenylene offers physical stability, rapid release rate, solubility, and bio-compatibilities compared to other nanocarriers. The adsorption of cisplatin on the surface of biphenylene involves charge transfer from cisplatin to biphenylene. The drug is shown to be released at body temperature in an acidic environment. Biphenylene also exhibits excellent cytotoxicity activity and cellular uptake of the drug. Overall, biphenylene shows promise as a potential nanocarrier for cisplatin delivery.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hyun Jeong, Hyeong Chan Suh, Ga Hyun Cho, Rafael Salas-Montiel, Hayoung Ko, Ki Kang Kim, Mun Seok Jeong
Summary: In this study, a potential platform to enhance Raman scattering and increase the number of observable Raman modes in monolayer transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) was proposed. The platform consisted of large-scale arrays of gold micropillars (MPs), which were able to enhance the Raman intensity of TMDs and make difficult-to-detect Raman modes observable. The platform showed great industrial advantages and wide applicability due to its low cost, simple process, large controllable area, and short process time.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yasir Abbas, Shafqat Ali, Sajjad Ali, Waqar Azeem, Zareen Zuhra, Haoliang Wang, Mohamed Bououdina, Zhenzhong Sun
Summary: In this study, FeOx@SPNO-C core-shell nanospheres as a catalyst for degradation of sulfamethoxazole (SMX) were successfully synthesized. The synergistic interaction between FeOx and SPNO-C, high carbon charge density, and the presence of C = O groups and N/Fe-Nx sites were found to be key factors for the enhanced degradation of SMX.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Qiaoting Yang, Yuxiao Gong, Yan Qian, Zhou-Qing Xiao, Serge Cosnier, Xue-Ji Zhang, Robert S. Marks, Dan Shan
Summary: This study proposes a hierarchical confinement strategy to design Prussian blue nanoparticles (PB NPs) with satisfactory electrocatalytic ability and stability. The catalytic synthesis of PB NPs is achieved through a hydrothermal process, and the as-prepared PB@NH2MIL exhibits efficient electronic transmission and enhanced electrocatalytic properties.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2024)
