Nanomaterials,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
14(1), P. 94 - 94
Published: Dec. 28, 2023
Heterogeneous
photocatalysts
incorporating
metal
halide
perovskites
(MHPs)
have
garnered
significant
attention
due
to
their
remarkable
attributes:
strong
visible-light
absorption,
tuneable
band
energy
levels,
rapid
charge
transfer,
and
defect
tolerance.
Additionally,
the
promising
optical
electronic
properties
of
MHP
nanocrystals
can
be
harnessed
for
photocatalytic
applications
through
controlled
crystal
structure
engineering,
involving
composition
tuning
via
ion
variations,
dimensional
tuning,
surface
chemistry
modifications.
Combination
with
other
materials
improve
photoinduced
separation
building
heterostructures
different
alignments,
such
as
type-II,
Z-scheme,
Schottky
heterojunctions,
which
fine-tune
redox
potentials
perovskite
organic
reactions.
This
review
delves
into
activation
molecules
transfer
mechanisms.
The
further
investigates
impact
engineering
on
activity,
spanning
a
diverse
array
transformations,
C–X
bond
formation
(X
=
C,
N,
O),
[2
+
2]
[4
cycloadditions,
substrate
isomerization,
asymmetric
catalysis.
study
provides
insights
propel
advancement
perovskite-based
photocatalysts,
thereby
fostering
innovation
in
chemical
transformations.
ACS Energy Letters,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
8(2), P. 1152 - 1191
Published: Jan. 26, 2023
Lead
halide
perovskite
nanocrystals
(LHP
NCs)
have
emerged
as
next-generation
semiconductor
materials
with
outstanding
optical
and
optoelectronic
properties.
Because
of
the
high
surface-to-volume
ratio,
performance
colloidal
stability
LHP
NCs
largely
depend
on
their
surface
chemistry,
especially
ligands
termination.
On
one
hand,
capping
improve
luminescence;
other
hand
highly
dynamic
binding
nature
is
detrimental
to
photoluminescence
NCs.
In
addition,
functionalization
desired
molecules
induces
new
functionalities
such
chirality,
light
harvesting,
triplet
sensitization
through
energy/electron
transfer
or
use
X-ray
detectors.
this
review,
we
present
current
understanding
an
atomic
view
chemistry
NCs,
including
crystal
termination,
vacancies,
different
types
ligands.
Furthermore,
discuss
ligand-induced
functionalities,
photocatalysis
chirality.
Chemical Reviews,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
124(9), P. 5695 - 5763
Published: April 17, 2024
The
properties
of
colloidal
quantum-confined
semiconductor
nanocrystals
(NCs),
including
zero-dimensional
(0D)
quantum
dots,
1D
nanorods,
2D
nanoplatelets,
and
their
heterostructures,
can
be
tuned
through
size,
dimensionality,
material
composition.
In
photovoltaic
photocatalytic
applications,
a
key
step
is
to
generate
spatially
separated
long-lived
electrons
holes
by
interfacial
charge
transfer.
These
transfer
have
been
extensively
studied
recently,
which
the
subject
this
Review.
Review
starts
with
summary
electronic
structure
optical
0D-2D
nanocrystals,
followed
advances
in
wave
function
engineering,
novel
way
control
spatial
distribution
holes,
dimension,
It
discusses
dependence
NC
on
various
parameters
development
Auger-assisted
model.
Recent
understanding
multiple
exciton
generation,
decay,
dissociation
are
also
discussed,
an
emphasis
carrier
Finally,
applications
nanocrystal-based
systems
for
photocatalysis
reviewed,
focusing
photodriven
separation
recombination
processes
that
dictate
performance
these
materials.
ends
outlook
remaining
challenges
promising
future
directions
field.
Journal of the American Chemical Society,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
146(21), P. 14479 - 14492
Published: April 4, 2024
The
sensitization
of
surface-anchored
organic
dyes
on
semiconductor
nanocrystals
through
energy
transfer
mechanisms
has
received
increasing
attention
owing
to
their
potential
applications
in
photodynamic
therapy,
photocatalysis,
and
photon
upconversion.
Here,
we
investigate
the
visible-light
excitation
two
nanohybrids
based
CsPbBr
ACS Nano,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
18(14), P. 9997 - 10007
Published: March 28, 2024
Colloidal
quantum
dots
(QDs)
are
promising
regenerable
photoredox
catalysts
offering
broadly
tunable
redox
potentials
along
with
high
absorption
coefficients.
QDs
have
thus
far
been
examined
for
various
organic
transformations,
water
splitting,
and
CO2
reduction.
Vast
opportunities
emerge
from
coupling
other
homogeneous
catalysts,
such
as
transition
metal
complexes
or
dyes,
into
hybrid
nanoassemblies
exploiting
energy
transfer
(ET),
leveraging
a
large
cross-section
of
long-lived
triplet
states
cocatalysts.
However,
thorough
understanding
further
engineering
the
complex
operational
mechanisms
require
simultaneously
controlling
surface
chemistry
probing
dynamics
at
sufficient
spatiotemporal
resolution.
Here,
we
probe
ET
single
lead
halide
perovskite
QDs,
capped
by
alkylphospholipid
ligands,
to
dye
molecules
employing
single-particle
photoluminescence
spectroscopy
single-photon
We
identify
Förster-type
spatial,
temporal,
photon–photon
correlations
in
QD
emission.
Discrete
quenching
steps
acceptor
emission
reveal
stochastic
photobleaching
events
individual
allowing
precise
quantification
efficiency,
which
is
>70%
QD–dye
strong
donor–acceptor
spectral
overlap.
Our
work
explores
processes
occurring
QD/molecule
interface
demonstrates
feasibility
sensitizing
photocatalysts
QDs.
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Sept. 28, 2024
Abstract
Colloidal
quantum
dots
(QDs)
have
emerged
as
a
versatile
photocatalyst
for
wide
range
of
photocatalytic
transformations
owing
to
its
high
absorption
coefficient,
large
surface‐to‐volume
ratio,
stability,
and
efficient
charge
energy
transfer
dynamics.
The
past
decades
witnessed
rapid
development
QDs
artificial
photocatalysis.
In
this
review,
the
unique
characteristics
are
focused
on,
including
size
effect,
compositional
structural
diversity,
tunable
surface
chemistry,
photophysics,
that
can
be
utilized
transformations.
recent
advancements
in
organic
enabled
by
photocatalysts
summarized.
opportunities
highlighted
tackle
reactions
previously
unattainable
with
small
molecule
photocatalysts.
Lastly,
an
outlook
is
provided
future
directions
field.
The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
15(2), P. 401 - 407
Published: Jan. 4, 2024
Directing
energy
flow
in
light
harvesting
assemblies
of
nanocrystal–chromophore
hybrid
systems
requires
a
better
understanding
factors
that
dictate
excited-state
processes.
In
this
study,
we
explore
interactions
within
the
CsPbI3–cyanine
dye
(IR125)
assembly
through
comprehensive
set
steady-state
and
time-resolved
absorption
photoluminescence
(PL)
experiments.
Our
investigations
reveal
quenching
CsPbI3
emission
alongside
simultaneous
enhancement
IR125
fluorescence,
providing
evidence
for
singlet
transfer.
The
evaluation
both
PL
decay
measurements
yield
∼94%
transfer
efficiency
CsPbI3–IR125
assembly.
Transient
spectroscopy
further
unveils
process
operates
on
an
ultrafast
time
scale,
occurring
400
ps
with
rate
constant
1.4
×
1010
s–1.
findings
highlight
potential
to
extend
halide
perovskites
into
infrared
region,
paving
way
display
applications.
Macromolecular Rapid Communications,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
45(9)
Published: Feb. 13, 2024
Abstract
Metal
halide
perovskites
have
emerged
as
versatile
photocatalysts
to
convert
solar
energy
for
chemical
processes.
Perovskite
photocatalyzed
polymerization
draws
special
attention
due
its
straightforward
synthesis
process
and
the
ability
create
advanced
perovskite‐polymer
nanocomposites.
Herein,
this
work
employs
Cs
3
Sb
2
Br
9
perovskite
nanoparticles
(NPs)
a
lead‐free
photocatalyst
light‐controlled
atom
transfer
radical
(ATRP).
NPs
exhibit
high
reduction
potential
interact
with
electronegative
bromide
initiator
Lewis
acid
sites,
enabling
efficient
photoinduced
of
initiators
controlled
under
blue
light
irradiation.
Methacrylate
monomers
various
functional
groups
are
successfully
polymerized,
resulting
polymer
showcased
dispersity
(
Đ
)
small
1.27.
The
living
nature
is
confirmed
by
chain
end
fidelity
kinetic
studies.
Moreover,
serve
heterogeneous
photocatalysts,
demonstrating
recyclability
reusability
up
four
cycles.
This
presents
promising
approach
overcome
limitations
lead‐based
in
polymerization,
offering
sustainable
alternative
well‐defined
polymeric
materials.
Journal of the American Chemical Society,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 28, 2025
Lead
halide
perovskite
quantum
dots
(LHP
QDs)
CsPbX3
generate
immense
interest
as
narrow-band
emitters
for
displays,
lasers,
and
light
sources.
All
QD
applications
rely
on
suited
engineering
of
surface
capping
ligands.
The
first
generation
LHP
QDs
employed
oleic
acid/oleyl
amine
have
found
only
a
limited
use
in
photoredox
catalysis.
These
catalysts
been
reported
to
be
unstable
decompose
over
the
course
reaction,
thus
reducing
turnover
numbers
(TONs)
limiting
their
synthetic
ability.
Herein,
impact
eight
distinct
ligands
monodisperse
CsPbBr3
is
reported,
affording
thorough
comprehension
performance
photocatalytic
C–H
brominations.
efforts
yielded
operating
at
extremely
low
catalyst
loadings
(<100
ppb)
with
TONs
9,000,000
per
QD.
We
emphasize
that
optimal
catalytic
requires
increased
accessibility
without
compromising
structural
colloidal
integrity.
Control
experiments
indicated
well-known
such
Ir(ppy)3,
Ru(bpy)3Cl2,
or
4CzlPN
are
ineffective
same
reaction.
Mechanistic
studies
reveal
C–Br
bond
reduction
CH2Br2
rate-limiting
step
likely
facilitated
through
interaction
surface.
This
work
outlines
holistic
approach
toward
design
practically
useful
photocatalysts
out
comprising
structurally
soft
cores
dynamically
bound
Advanced Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 9, 2025
Abstract
The
need
to
constrain
the
use
of
fossil
fuels
causing
global
warming
is
motivating
development
a
variety
photocatalysts
for
solar‐to‐fuel
generation
and
chemical
synthesis.
In
particular,
semiconductor‐based
have
been
extensively
exploited
in
solar‐driven
organic
synthesis,
carbon
dioxide
(CO
2
)
conversion
into
value‐added
products,
hydrogen
(H
from
water
O)
splitting.
Recently,
metal
halide
perovskites
(MHPs)
emerged
as
an
important
class
semiconductors
heterogeneous
photocatalysis
owing
their
interesting
properties.
Despite
key
issues
with
long‐term
stability
degradation
polar
solvents
due
ionic
character,
there
has
significant
progress
perovskite‐based
improving
performance
gas
liquid
phases.
This
review
discusses
state‐of‐the‐art
using
photoelectrocatalysis
production
halogen
acid
solutions,
CO
reduction
chemicals,
various
transformations.
different
types
used,
design
strategies
overcome
instability
solvents,
efficiencies
achieved
are
discussed.
Furthermore,
outstanding
challenges
associated
electrolytes
how
can
be
improved