ChemCatChem,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
16(21)
Published: July 18, 2024
Abstract
Two‐dimensional
(2D)
semiconductors
with
unique
structures
and
surface
physicochemical
characteristics
have
been
extensively
employed
for
efficient
photocatalysis.
Recently,
coordination
activation
interactions
obtained
attention
in
promoting
photocatalytic
efficiency
as
they
establish
bridges
between
reactants
photocatalysts.
Accordingly,
a
burgeoning
trend
the
design
of
2D
photocatalysts
is
regulating
active
centers
coordinating
reactants.
These
attempts
developed
various
effective
strategies
to
optimize
provide
in‐depth
insights
into
structure‐function
relationship
heterogeneous
Herein,
we
summarize
recent
advances
engineering
designing
photocatalysts,
focusing
on
activation.
We
emphasize
advantages
versatile
medium
In
particular,
discussion
includes
This
work
systematically
concludes
significance
future
challenges
functionalization
photocatalysis,
shedding
light
next‐generation
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 1, 2025
Synchronous
electrosynthesis
of
value-added
adipic
acid
(AA)
and
H2
is
extremely
crucial
for
carbon
neutrality.
However,
accomplishing
the
preparation
AA
at
large
current
density
with
high
selectivity
still
challenging.
Herein,
a
robust
Mo-doped
Ni2P@Ni12P5
heterojunction
more
P
vacancies
on
Ni
foam
proposed
simultaneous
electrooxidation
cyclohexanol
(CHAOR)
to
hydrogen
evolution
reaction
(HER)
density.
Combined
X-ray
photoelectron
spectroscopy,
absorption
fine
structure,
electron
spin
resonance
confirm
that
Mo
incorporation
induces
charge
redistribution
Ni2P@Ni12P5,
where
adjusts
electrons
from
P,
triggers
vacancies.
Further
experimental
theoretical
investigations
reveal
d-band
center
upshifted,
optimizing
adsorption
energies
water
electron-rich
site
boosting
HER
activity.
Besides,
Ni3+
generated
electron-deficient
induced
by
Mo,
alongside
OH*
triggered
concurrently
promote
CHA
dehydrogenation
C─C
bond
cleavage,
decreasing
energy
barrier
CHAOR.
Consequently,
two-electrode
flow
electrolyzer
achieves
industrial
(>230
mA
cm-2)
85.7%
yield,
100%
Faradaic
efficiency
production.
This
study
showcases
an
bifunctional
electrocatalyst
production
productivity.
Advanced Functional Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 17, 2025
Abstract
Elemental
P
is
considered
a
compelling
option
for
constructing
simple,
cost‐effective,
and
full‐spectrum
responsive
catalytic
system
hydrogen
production,
while
its
full
potential
overall
water‐splitting
reactions
remains
underexplored.
This
study
introduces
novel
cobalt
single‐atom‐assisted
photocatalytic
efficient
production
via
water
splitting.
Utilizing
an
in
situ
surface
phase
transformation,
amorphous
red
phosphorus
(a‐RP)
converted
into
crystalline
black
(c‐BP),
forming
Z‐scheme
heterojunction
with
single
atoms
(Co
1
)
uniformly
dispersed
across
the
surface.
Advanced
characterization
techniques
confirm
intimate
contact
strong
electronic
interactions
between
Co
,
c‐BP,
a‐RP,
significantly
enhancing
performance.
achieves
high
rate
of
≈2497
µmol
g
−1
h
from
pure
splitting
under
visible
light
irradiation
remarkable
solar‐to‐hydrogen
(STH)
efficiency
0.86%,
outperforming
most
reported
systems.
highlights
single‐atom
catalysts
performance
photocatalysts.
It
provides
new
perspective
on
designing
stable
elemental‐based
systems
sustainable
production.
Angewandte Chemie,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
136(45)
Published: July 15, 2024
Abstract
Crystalline
red
phosphorus
(CRP),
known
for
its
promising
photocatalytic
properties,
faces
challenges
in
hydrogen
evolution
(PHE)
due
to
undesired
inherent
charge
deep
trapping
and
recombination
effects
induced
by
defects.
This
study
overcomes
these
limitations
through
an
innovative
strategy
integrating
ruthenium
single
atoms
(Ru
1
)
within
CRP
simultaneously
repair
the
intrinsic
vacancy
defects
serve
as
uniformly
distributed
anchoring
sites
a
controllable
growth
into
nanoparticles
NP
).
Hence,
highly
functionalized
with
Ru
1‐NP
/CRP)
concerted
regulating
electronic
structures
promoting
interfacial
transfer
has
been
achieved.
Advanced
characterizations
unveil
pioneering
dual
role
of
pre‐anchored
(analogous
“Tai
Chi”
principle)
transforming
photocatalysis.
The
regulations
on
surface
minimize
detrimental
trapping,
resulting
prolonged
lifetime
active
charges.
With
well‐distributed
situ
sites,
constructed
robust
“bridge”
that
connects
facilitates
constructive
transfer.
Ultimately,
synergistic
effect
endows
/CRP
exceptional
PHE
rate
3175
μmol
h
−1
g
,
positioning
it
one
most
efficient
elemental‐based
photocatalysts
available.
breakthrough
underscores
crucial
pre‐anchoring
metal
at
defect
catalysts
enhancing
sustainable
production.
