Semiconductor Science and Technology,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
40(1), С. 013002 - 013002
Опубликована: Дек. 11, 2024
Abstract
Thin-film
semiconductors
are
excellent
candidates
for
converting
solar
energy
into
chemical
via
water
splitting
because
of
their
outstanding
physical
and
properties.
This
review
aims
to
provide
the
most
recent
findings
on
production
energetic
vectors
from
photo-(electro-)catalytic
using
thin-film
as
catalysts.
Recent
successful
cases
discussed
scientific
community
with
a
guide
design
new
advanced
maximum
efficiency
scaling
process.
In
addition,
use
coatings
higher
amount
catalyst
photo(electro)catalytic
H
2
is
discussed.
Some
critical
challenges
in
this
reaction,
such
charge
recombination,
light
absorption,
recovery,
stability,
have
been
effectively
addressed
by
applying
thin
films.
adequate
photo(electro)chemical
reactors
step
improving
avoiding
mass
transfer
limit
steps.
However,
further
research
required
continuous
low-cost
manufacturing
deposition
techniques
that
favor
optimal
conditions
produce
clean
renewable
.
RSC Advances,
Год журнала:
2025,
Номер
15(8), С. 5681 - 5697
Опубликована: Янв. 1, 2025
Eu
was
successfully
incorporated
into
Sb2S3
thin
films
for
proficient
photocatalytic
degradation
of
rhodamine
B
(RhB)
dye
under
visible
light.
In
this
work,
we
reported
the
effect
incorporating
ions
at
different
doping
levels
to
tailor
their
structural,
optical,
electrical,
and
properties.
Grazing
incidence
X-ray
diffraction
(GIXRD)
analysis
revealed
that
fabricated
exhibited
an
orthorhombic
crystalline
structure.
Additionally,
GIXRD
peaks
shifted
towards
lower
angles
as
level
increased.
The
Williamson-Hall
method
used
estimate
effective
crystallite
size
considering
strain
components.
field
emission
scanning
electron
microscope
(FESEM)
characterisation
demonstrated
grain
decreased
a
denser
microstructure
observed
degree
estimated
optical
band
gap
(E
g)
value
increases
from
1.67
eV
1.72
rises
0
8
at%,
making
suitable
applications.
activities
pristine
Eu-doped
were
evaluated
by
highly
toxic
Rhodamine
dark
various
light
conditions
120
min.
A
remarkable
photodegradation
rate
achieved
with
optimal
4
at%
Eu,
demonstrating
90.99%
RhB.
Electrochemical
impedance
spectroscopy
(EIS)
measurements
show
lifespan
photoinduced
electrons
Eu3+
samples
is
approximately
10
fold
higher
than
sample.
terms
chemical
kinetics,
RhB
Sb2S3:Eu
(4
Eu)
photocatalyst
found
follow
pseudo-first-order
kinetics
constant
0.049
min-1
irradiation.
conceivable
molecular
mechanism
photocatalysts
also
provided.
These
results
highlight
potential
advanced
Specifically,
exhibits
favourable
Thus,
it
concluded
these
are
remediation
dye-contaminated
wastewater.
International Journal of Electrochemical Science,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
19(5), С. 100576 - 100576
Опубликована: Апрель 4, 2024
Recently,
researchers
have
directed
considerable
attention
towards
developing
eco-friendly
fuel
energy
technology
suitable
for
widespread
implementation.
Photoelectrochemical
(PEC)
based
water-splitting
has
been
found
to
play
a
crucial
role
in
converting
solar
into
chemical
energy.
Therefore,
through
the
PEC
process
is
considered
one
of
most
effective
methods
generating
and
sustainable
sources.
Among
various
nanomaterials-based
photo-electrocatalysts
reported
literature,
two-dimensional
(2D)
materials-based
photoelectrocatalysts
extensively
applied
across
numerous
domains,
serving
as
cost-effective
efficient
catalysts.
Their
adaptable
structures
compositions
provide
significant
prospects
avenues
create
tailored
electrocatalysts,
presenting
abundant
opportunities
design
strategies.
Extensive
discussions
covered
this
review
regarding
employed
synthesizing
2D
their
hybrid
materials.
These
also
encompass
diverse
strategies
alter
physicochemical
properties
developed
photo-electrocatalysts.
In
addition,
ultimately
offers
valuable
insights
potential
applications
2D-based
composites
merits
limitations.
The
outlines
some
proposed
research
directions
that
will
be
pursued
field
future.
ACS Omega,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
9(14), С. 16334 - 16345
Опубликована: Март 26, 2024
The
growing
concerns
about
environmental
pollution,
particularly
water
are
causing
an
increasing
alarm
in
modern
society.
One
promising
approach
to
address
this
issue
involves
engineering
existing
materials
enhance
their
effectiveness.
A
one-step
solvothermal
reconstruction
was
used
build
eco-friendly
two-dimensional
(2D)
AlNiZn-LDH/BDC
MOF
composite.
characterizations
confirm
the
formation
of
a
metal–organic
framework
(MOF)
at
layered
double
hydroxide
(LDH)
surface.
resulting
synthesized
material,
2D
MOF,
demonstrated
remarkable
efficacy
decontaminating
methylene
blue
(MB),
model
cationic
dye
found
systems.
removal
performance
significantly
higher
than
that
pristine
AlNiZn-LDH.
This
improvement
shows
potential
increase
adsorption
capabilities
nanoporous
LDH
by
incorporating
organic
ligands
and
integrating
meso-/microporosity
through
on
surfaces.
Furthermore,
kinetic,
isothermal,
thermodynamic
studies
elucidated
behavior
composite
material.
results
showed
excellent
efficiency
(92.27%)
10
ppm
MB
aqueous
solution
as
compared
LDH.
Additionally,
as-synthesized
adsorbent
could
be
regenerated
for
six
successive
cycles.
method
holds
promise
synthesis
novel
highly
effective
combat
laying
groundwork
advancements
diverse
applications.
Atherosclerosis,
resulting
from
chronic
inflammation
of
the
arterial
wall,
serves
as
underlying
cause
multiple
major
cardiovascular
diseases.
Current
anti-inflammatory
therapies
often
exhibit
limited
and
unsatisfactory
efficacy.
To
address
this,
we
have
designed
a
selenium-doped
copper
formate
(Cuf-Se)
nanozyme
for
treatment
atherosclerosis,
which
possesses
superoxide
dismutase
(SOD)
glutathione
peroxidase
(GPx)-like
activities.
The
Cuf-Se
can
efficiently
scavenge
reactive
oxygen
species
(ROS),
inhibit
cellular
senescence,
prevent
formation
foam
cells.
It
acts
on
macrophages
to
reduce
ROS
levels
lipid
oxidation,
thereby
significantly
inhibiting
inflammation-related
processes.
Notably,
while
cell
formation,
also
alleviates
endothelial
cells
senescence.
After
intravenous
administration,
effectively
inhibits
atherosclerosis
in
mice
through
synergistic
effects
antisenescence
antioxidant
properties,
reducing
plaque
area
by
approximately
5-fold.
This
study
provides
an
effective
strategy
atherosclerosis.
Chemistry - An Asian Journal,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
19(16)
Опубликована: Янв. 13, 2024
Enhanced
electrocatalysts
that
are
cost-effective,
durable,
and
derived
from
abundant
resources
imperative
for
developing
efficient
sustainable
electrochemical
water-splitting
systems
to
produce
hydrogen.
Therefore,
the
design
development
of
non-noble-based
catalysts
with
more
environmentally
alternatives
in
alkaline
electrolyzers
important.
This
work
reports
ferrocene
(Fc)-incorporated
nickel
sulfide
nanostructured
(Fc-NiS)
using
a
one-step
facile
solvothermal
method
reactions.
Fc-NiS
exhibited
exceptional
electrocatalytic
activity
under
highly
conditions,
evident
its
peak
current
density
345
mA
cm
Scientific Reports,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
14(1)
Опубликована: Апрель 2, 2024
Abstract
This
study
explores
the
simultaneous
presence
of
two
metal
ions
Nickel
(Ni)
and
Copper
(Cu)
on
formation
a
selenide
(Ni-doped
CuSe)
in
an
alkaline
environment.
The
impact
Ni
creating
second
optical
transitions
is
investigated.
Different
concentrations
amounts
(0.01,
0.02,
0.03
mol)
are
utilized
to
produce
Ni-doped
CuSe
semiconductor
thin
films
through
chemical
solution
deposition
method
with
times
varying
from
3
6
h.
Absorbance
spectra
employed
determine
band-gap,
while
Field
Emission
Scanning
Electron
Microscopy
for
morphological
analysis.
Structural
elemental
analyses
conducted
using
X-ray
Diffraction
Energy
Dispersive
Spectroscopy
techniques.
Additionally,
relatively
innovative
approach
determining
transitions,
termed
Derivation
Ineffective
Thickness
Method
(DITM),
employed.
DITM
eliminates
need
film
thickness
assumptions
about
type
transition
(direct
or
indirect)
band-gap
calculation.
Moreover,
comparison
made
between
obtained
Tauc
model
by
method.
Furthermore,
it
demonstrated
that
exhibit
distinct
band-gaps
associated
nickel
(NiSe)
as
copper
(CuSe)
fundamental
transition.
also
found
enhance
crystal
quality.
briefly
improved
photocatalytic
properties
Ni.
ACS Omega,
Год журнала:
2024,
Номер
10(1), С. 520 - 528
Опубликована: Дек. 26, 2024
Implementing
a
hydrogen
economy
on
an
industrial
scale
poses
challenges,
particularly
in
developing
cost-effective
and
stable
catalysts
for
water
electrolysis.
This
study
explores
the
catalytic
potential
of
selenium
nanoparticles
(Se-NPs)
synthesized
via
simple
chemical
bath
deposition
method
electrochemical
photoelectrochemical
(PEC)
splitting.
The
successful
fabrication
Se-NPs
fluorine-doped
tin
oxide
(FTO)
electrodes
has
been
confirmed
using
wide
range
analytical
tools
like
X-ray
diffraction,
energy-dispersive
spectroscopy,
scanning
electron
microscopy.
Importantly,
measurements
revealed
superior
electrocatalytic
activity
modified
Se-NPs/FTO
electrodes,
with
low
overpotential
(220
mV
at
10
mA
cm–2)
Tafel
slope
(90.13
dec–1),
indicating
faster
reaction
kinetics
reduced
energy
inputs
oxygen
evolution
reaction.
Furthermore,
electrode
was
employed
PEC
splitting
Na2S
electrolyte,
showing
notable
enhancement
photocurrent
density
difference
700
μA
cm–2
between
light
dark
conditions
1.5
V
vs
RHE,
demonstrating
efficient
light-driven
production.
overall
findings
this
work
establish
that
proposed
are
promising
composites
both
performance,
thereby
providing
insights
into
large-scale
