The Journal of Physical Chemistry C,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Nov. 19, 2024
The
molecular
arrangement
of
the
electrode/electrolyte
interface
is
crucial
for
enlarging
electrochemical
stability
"water-in-salt"
electrolytes
in
aqueous
lithium-ion
batteries.
Using
situ
vibrational
sum-frequency
generation
(SFG)
spectroscopy
and
dynamics
(MD)
simulations,
we
investigated
interfacial
structure
orientation
water
molecules
anions
a
LiTFSI-based
electrolyte
as
function
electrode
potential.
Shifting
potential
from
positive
to
negative
values
induces
significant
changes
species,
transitioning
anion
surface
excess
water-rich
interface.
Furthermore,
TFSI
undergo
conformational
change
cis
trans
at
potentials.
results
comprehensive
MD
simulations
support
experimental
observations,
demonstrating
potentiodynamic
number
densities
molecules,
anions,
Li-ions
accompanied
by
increasing
dihedral
angles
higher
Advanced Energy Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 5, 2025
Abstract
Electrocatalytic
CO
2
reduction
(CO
RR)
is
rapidly
emerging
as
a
promising
sustainable
strategy
for
transforming
into
valuable
fuels
and
chemical
feedstocks,
crucial
step
toward
carbon‐neutral
society.
The
efficiency,
selectivity,
stability
of
RR
are
heavily
influenced
by
the
chosen
catalyst
operating
conditions
used.
Despite
substantial
advances
in
development
catalysts,
there
scarcity
comprehensive
reviews
focusing
on
influence
different
environments
performance.
This
review
offers
detailed
examination
internal
external
environmental
control
strategies
designed
to
enhance
efficiency.
fundamental
reaction
mechanisms
through
situ
operational
techniques,
paired
with
theoretical
analyses,
discussed
while
also
identifying
key
challenges
future
research
directions
technology.
By
delivering
overview
current
state
field,
this
highlights
critical
role
control,
mechanistic
insights,
practical
considerations
needed
successful
commercialization
The
preparation
of
methyl-substituted
amines
by
direct
N-methylation
with
CO2/H2
is
an
important
reaction
for
CO2
utilization
and
organic
synthesis.
However,
the
design
construction
effective
stable
non-noble-metal
catalysts
this
remain
challenging.
Here,
a
cheap
non-noble-Cu-based
catalyst
was
prepared
applied
in
N-methylaniline
H2.
5%Cu-ZnO(3.75%)/TiO2
showed
98.8%
yield
initial
TOF
7.7
h–1
after
24
h
under
453
K,
1.5
MPa
CO2,
4.5
H2,
which
superior
to
5%Cu/TiO2,
5%Cu/ZnO,
reported
Cu-based
catalysts.
Furthermore,
can
be
reused
at
least
four
times
various
excellent
selectivity.
characterizations
experimental
results
that
Cu0
active
site,
exhibited
largest
surface
amount,
thereby
contributing
catalytic
performance.
mechanism
H2
proposed
based
on
spectroscopic
studies,
kinetic
control
experiments.
proceeded
HCHO
N-methylformanilide
intermediates,
formation
from
rate-determining
step.
Green Chemistry,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 1, 2024
This
paper
reviews
progress
in
the
photochemical/electrochemical
construction
of
heterocyclic
compounds
using
CO
2
,
differentiating
between
various
reaction
types
and
elucidating
their
underlying
mechanisms
as
well
potential
applications.
Catalysts,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(8), P. 538 - 538
Published: Aug. 18, 2024
Intermetallic
compounds
(IMCs)
have
attracted
significant
attention
in
recent
years
due
to
their
unique
properties
and
potential
applications
various
fields,
particularly
catalysis.
This
review
aims
provide
an
in-depth
understanding
of
IMCs,
including
synthesis
methods,
structural
characteristics,
diverse
catalytic
applications.
The
begins
with
introduction
highlighting
distinct
features
advantages
over
traditional
catalyst
materials.
It
then
delves
into
the
techniques
employed
prepare
IMCs
explores
properties.
Subsequently,
are
introduced,
focusing
on
key
reactions
superior
performance
compared
conventional
catalysts.
Future
perspectives
for,
challenges
to,
catalysis
proposed.
Small,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 2, 2025
Abstract
CO
2
reduction
reaction
(CO
RR)
has
attracted
considerable
attention
as
a
sustainable
approach
for
carbon
capture
and
conversion.
However,
the
dynamic
nature
of
electrocatalysts
under
operational
conditions,
particularly
at
interface,
presents
significant
challenges
understanding
mechanisms
optimizing
catalyst
design.
In
situ/operando
characterization
techniques
are
crucial
to
interfaces
RR.
This
review
focuses
on
various
in
employed
explore
interfaces,
insights
derived
from
these
studies,
their
implications
