RSC Advances
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2015
·Vol. 5
·期 67
·54769-54776
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IF 3.84
Chunxiao Lu,Yang Chen,Yun Li,Chunhong Ma,Hongbo Zhang,Yuwei Guo,Jun Wang
A highly effective and stable up-conversion luminescence agent, Er3+:Y3Al5O12, was synthesized by sol–gel and calcination methods. Then, as a novel visible-light photocatalyst, Er3+:Y3Al5O12, Pt and PdS (as dual co-catalysts) decorated ZnS nano-sized composites, Er3+:Y3Al5O12/Pt–PdS/ZnS, were fabricated by deposition–precipitation and ultrasonic dispersion methods. All prepared samples were characterized by X-ray diffractometry (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX). UV-vis absorption and PL spectra of Er3+:Y3Al5O12 were also determined. The visible-light photocatalytic H2 production activity of the prepared Er3+:Y3Al5O12/Pt–PdS/ZnS was evaluated by using Na2S and Na2SO3 as sacrificial reagents in an aqueous solution under 300 W irradiation from a xenon lamp. In addition, some influential factors such as Er3+:Y3Al5O12 and ZnS mass ratio, catalyst amount, irradiation time and irradiation intensity on visible-light photocatalytic H2 production of Er3+:Y3Al5O12/Pt–PdS/ZnS were investigated in detail. It was found that Er3+:Y3Al5O12 can effectively improve the visible-light photocatalytic activity of ZnS. Particularly, Er3+:Y3Al5O12/Pt–PdS/ZnS with 0.13 wt% PdS and 0.3 wt% Pt and a 0.30 : 1.00 mass ratio shows the highest photocatalytic H2 production activity in the sulfide/sulfite (0.2 mol L−1 Na2S and 0.3 mol L−1 Na2SO3) aqueous solution as sacrificial reagents.
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JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
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2023
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IF 6.2
Yufang Li,Yangchun Feng,Hang Bai,Jinsong Liu,Dayuan Hu,Jiyu Fan,Honglie Shen
In recent years, large and small industries have discharged a multitude of organic pollutants into the environment, causing environmental pollution. Titanium dioxide (TiO 2 ) materials is very important photocatalyst as a result of its outstanding applications to remove organic contaminants from the environment. Nonetheless, the low utilization rate of visible light of TiO 2 has limited its application. To begin with, Black TiO 2 is produced by the magnesium thermal reduction method to promote the absorption of visible light, Subsequently, The black TiO 2 /SnO 2 composites are synthesized by chemical synthesis method to form a hetero-junction to augment the photocatalytic activity. The morphology, chemical composition, phase structure and photocatalytic degradation of Rhodamine B (RhB) under visible light irradiation were investigated. The morphological properties demonstrated that a Ti 3+ self-doped disorder layer forms on the surface of TiO 2 nanophase, and black TiO 2 nanoparticles are well decorated with SnO 2 nanoparticles. After 90 min of visible light irradiation, RhB has a photocatalytic degradation efficiency of 96.62%, which is 1.597 times that of TiO 2 nanoparticles, and its cycle stability is well beyond our expectation. The ameliorated photocatalytic degradation performance of TiO 2 /SnO 2 composite is ascribed to the formation of a "type Ⅱ heterojunction", which not only reinforces the absorption of visible light of black TiO 2 /SnO 2 nanoparticles, but also heightens the separation and transfer efficiency of the photogenerated carriers.
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Journal of Materials Chemistry A
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2018
·Vol. 6
·期 45
·22580-22589
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IF 9.931
Xiu-Qing Qiao,Zhen-Wei Zhang,Qiu-Hao Li,Dongfang Hou,Qichun Zhang,Jian Zhang,Dong-Sheng Li,Pingyun Feng,Xianhui Bu
Exploiting novel photocatalysts with high efficiency and durability for reduction of hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) has gained attention from fundamental science and industrial research. In this work, we synthesized novel two-dimensional (2D) n–n Bi2MoO6 & Bi2S3 heterojunctions by a facile in situ anion exchange process for remarkably efficient removal of Cr(VI). Results show that Bi2MoO6 & Bi2S3 heterojunctions with core–shell structures are formed through the intimate contact of Bi2MoO6 core and Bi2S3 shell. The prepared Bi2MoO6 & Bi2S3 heterojunctions exhibit unprecedented photocatalytic activity for reduction of Cr(VI) under visible light irradiation. The optimized BMO-S1 heterojunction displays the highest reduction efficiency (κapp = 0.164 min−1) for Cr(VI) reduction. To the best of our knowledge, it is one of the highest reduction rate achieved among reported photocatalysts for Cr(VI) reduction under visible-light irradiation. Detailed studies show that strong selective adsorption for Cr(VI) enhances this unprecedented photocatalytic activity. Moreover, the intimate heterojunction between Bi2MoO6 core and Bi2S3 shell can efficiently deteriorate the charge carrier recombination and Bi2S3 content can boost visible light harvesting, thereby contributing to the remarkable photocatalytic catalytic activity, which were proven by PL, EIS and transient photocurrent responses. Characterization of Mott–Schottky plots and DRS prove that the Bi2MoO6 & Bi2S3 heterojunctions established a type-II band alignment with intimate contact, accounting for the efficient transfer and separation of photogenerated carriers. This work provides a simple route for facial synthesis of heterojunction photocatalysts for Cr(VI) reduction in industrial applications.
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SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
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2016
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Meichao Gao,Dafeng Zhang,Xipeng Pu,Hong Li,Wenzhi Li,Xin Shao,Dongdong Lv,Bingbing Zhang,Jianmin Dou
Fe-doped BiOCl photocatalysts were synthesized by a simple combustion method. The as-synthesized catalysts were characterized by X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscope, transmission electron microscope, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and UV–Vis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy. Fe 3+ doping leads to red-shift in the absorption band and increased visible light absorption. The photocatalytic reaction tests in the degradation of the dyes of rhodamine showed that the doping of Fe 3+ could bring about a big increase in the photocatalytic activity under visible light irradiation. The main reactive oxygen species and photocatalytic mechanism of Fe-doped BiOCl under visible light irradiation were discussed in detail.
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MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN
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2017
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IF 2.446
Xiaojuan Zhao,Hongda Cui,Tianhe Wang
We report a novel Bi 2 Sn 2 O 7 /Ag-AgCl photocatalysts with excellent visible-light-driven photocatalytic properties. The crystalline Bi 2 Sn 2 O 7 was synthesized by solid-state reaction at 550 °C. Then Bi 2 Sn 2 O 7 /Ag-AgCl was prepared using deposition-precipitation technique followed by photo-reduction of partial Ag + to Ag 0 nanoparticles on surface of AgCl. The photocatalysis were evaluated by degrading organic dyes under controlled conditions. The Bi 2 Sn 2 O 7 /Ag-AgCl composite exhibited a much improved photocatalysis, approximately 7 times stronger than that of pure Bi 2 Sn 2 O 7 , primarily due to its enhanced visible-light absorption and high separation efficiency of charge. On the basis of band structure analysis, a possible mechanism of photocatalysis enhancement for Bi 2 Sn 2 O 7 /Ag-AgCl is proposed. The strong photocatalytic capability, together with simplicity of fabrication suggests Bi 2 Sn 2 O 7 /Ag-AgCl composite provided in this study may have certain practical applications in water treatments. Additionally, the study implies a novel but simple methodology that may be also applicable in construction of other types of single semiconductor/plasmonic composite photocatalysts.
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2024
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Jianxing Feng,Zhenqing Guo,Runli Li,Chaoqun Zhang,Ting Du,Xiang Li,Xuewei Yang,Junchen Zhuo,Yanmin Liang,Yaru Han,Jianlong Wang,Shuo Shi,Wentao Zhang
Recent advances in functionalized micro-nanostructures have enlightened promising non-thermal-dependent antibacterial strategies with broad applications in preventing agrofood spoilage, clinical infections, and environmental pollution caused by pathogens. These advances highlight the need for precise design of efficient and multi-mode bactericides. Herein, photosensitive vitamin B 2 (VB 2 ) was exploited to functionalize semiconductors with limited visible-light response and intrinsic antibacterial activity, while ZnO served as a paradigm for the fabrication of VB 2 -functionalized zinc oxide (VB 2 -ZnO) with persistent antibacterial effects. The enhanced visible photocatalytic activity and the released Zn 2+ in VB 2 -ZnO contribute to potent antibacterial and anti-biofilm effects by disrupting bacterial structures and inducing oxidative stress. Furthermore, the successful fabrication of composite films incorporating VB 2 -ZnO and natural locust bean gum (LBG) exhibited improved physicochemical properties and persistent antibacterial effects, resulting in the shelf-life extension of perishable berries. This work pioneers a novel approach to functionalizing semiconductor photocatalysts with VB 2 photosensitizer, offering novel solutions for ensuring agrofood safety through multi-mechanism antibacterial materials.
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Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
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2025
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Weiqian Cai,Youqun Wang,Linshan Xiong,Yingjie Zheng,Zhibin Zhang,Xiaohong Cao,Yunhai Liu
Cuprous oxide (Cu 2 O), a promising semiconductor material, has been less employed in the photocatalytic removal of uranium. In this work, silver and gold nanoparticles were introduced on the surface of Cu 2 O. HR-TEM, XRD and XPS were applied in characterized the physic-chemical properties of composite. In comparison to Cu 2 O, Au modified Cu 2 O (Au/Cu 2 O-N) demonstrated a significantly enhanced uranium removal rate, reaching 100% within 120 minutes. This represents a 2-fold increase in the uranium removal rate compared to pure Cu 2 O-N. The reason con be interpreted including the red-shift of the absorption band from 600nm-800nm, the formation of Schottky junction between Au and Cu 2 O, the electron traps constructed by Au itself. Consequently, the rate of photogenerated electron-hole complexation is significantly diminished. Free trapping and EPR prove that reactive radicals are O 2 - . This has led to the development of a novel approach, namely the synergistic strategy of noble metal loading and nitrogen-doped cuprous oxide, which has the potential to facilitate the visible light removal of U(VI) from toxic wastewater.
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CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
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2024
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Gang Liu,Sheng Xu,Wenting Li,Zhenxi Wang,Jinlong Cui
In order to expand the photoresponsive spectrum of TiO 2 and improve its catalytic activity under visible light, the hollow urchin-like composites of TiO 2 @g-C 3 N 4 /GQDs (TCN/GQDs) with a core-shell structure heterojunction was synthesized through a hydrothermal method and calcination. Potassium titanium oxalate, melamine, and citric acid were utilized as the raw materials for this synthesis process. The TCN/GQDs composites were subjected to a range of analyses to examine their microstructure and photoelectric properties. The findings indicated that the synthesized composites effectively enhanced the absorption spectrum of TiO 2 in the visible light range by creating the stable heterojunctions among TiO 2 , g-C 3 N 4 and GQDs. Additionally, the ability of these composites to degrade toxic organic pollutants under visible light was studied by using several different organic dyes and antibiotics. The results demonstrated that the TCN/GQDs composites exhibited efficient visible light catalytic degradation capability on organic pollutants, and the degradation efficiency could approach to 100 % under visible light in a short time. Furthermore, the photocatalyst exhibited hardly change of degradation efficiency towards organic pollutants even after 5 cycles of testing, suggesting its commendable performance in visible light catalysis and potential for repeated utilization.
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Desalination and Water Treatment
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2024
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Hongting Ye,Xiaoxing Zeng,Fei Feng,Yuanhang Li,Xiaofeng Gong
ABSTRACT In this study, novel recyclable composite BiOBr/chitin-Fe 3 O 4 was synthesized by a solvothermal method using magnetic chitin chelating bismuth oxybromide (BiOBr) as precursor. The morphology, structure, photoelectric properties and chemical composition of the obtained samples were explored extensively by various characterization techniques. Due to the introduction of Fe 3 O 4 and chitin, the composite BiOBr/chitin-Fe 3 O 4 has multi-functions in enlarging photo response performance, reducing the band gap, increasing specific surface area and inhibiting recombination rate, which are essential to improve the photocatalytic efficiency. Using ciprofloxacin as target pollutant, the composite showed excellent photocatalytic performance under visible light irradiation, the apparent rate constant value of BiOBr/chitin-Fe 3 O 4 is 5.8 times higher than that of pure BiOBr. The composite BiOBr/chitin-Fe 3 O 4 could be recycled and reused conveniently and effectively, and the catalyst possessed good photocatalytic stability with the degradation efficiency remaining unchanged even after five times circle. The possible degradation mechanism was discussed on the basis of experiments.
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JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR STRUCTURE
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2025
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Jingkun Zhao,Meijie Gao,Zixin Wu,Siyu Gao,Zhongyan Hu,Shangru Zhai,Qingda An,Zuoyi Xiao,Gongbing Zhou
The extensive therapeutic use of tetracycline (TC) in human and veterinary healthcare systems has resulted in notable environmental persistence, with detectable residues increasingly documented in aquatic ecosystems worldwide. While photocatalytic technology has been widely applied for TC degradation, improving the photocatalytic activity of catalysts remains a critical challenge. Improving charge separation efficiency is a key approach to enhance the activity of photocatalysts. In this work, we successfully coupled g-C 3 N 4 and CaMoO 4 on 3D porous carbon via a hydrothermal method. The photocatalytic properties of the composites were determined through the degradation of TC under visible light. Under simulated visible light irradiation, the results demonstrated that the g-C 3 N 4 /CaMoO 4 @C achieved 94.8% degradation of TC under 90 min of light exposure, significantly outperforming pure g-C 3 N 4 and pure CaMoO 4 , which achieved only 39.7% and 39.2% degradation in the same period. And the g-C 3 N 4 /CaMoO 4 @C achieved 73.59% removal of total organic carbon. The photocatalytic activity was investigated by adjusting key parameters, including TC solution pH, initial concentration, and catalyst dosage. The morphology, structure and composition of the catalysts were characterized by XRD, XPS and TEM characterization techniques, and the reasons for the improved performance of the composite photocatalysts were analyzed by combining the results of UV-Vis and PL characterizations, and the photocatalytic mechanism of the catalysts was further explored by ESR characterization.
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INORGANIC CHEMISTRY
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2017
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IF 4.857
Molin Zhou,Xin Jiang,Xingxing Jiang,Ke Xiao,Yangwu Guo,Hongwei Huang,Zheshuai Lin,Jiyong Yao,Chen-Ho Tung,Li-Zhu Wu,Yicheng Wu
A new Au-based sulfide BaAu2S2 was obtained through solid-state reaction. It crystallizes in the tetragonal space group I41/amd with unit cell parameters of a = 6.389 72(2) Å, b = 6.389 72(2) Å, c = 12.7872(1) Å, and Z = 4. Its structure features [AuS2/2]∞ zigzag chains composed of corner-sharing AuS2 linear units. With a direct band gap of 2.49 eV, BaAu2S2 is suitable for the visible-light harvesting. Moreover, it exhibits excellent visible-light photocatalytic activity, which is 1.3 times that of graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4) and also demonstrates excellent circulating stability. On the basis of the crystal and electronic structure analysis, the electrons are highly delocalized along the [AuS2/2] chains, and the electron effective mass of BaAu2S2 is only approximately one-fifth of that of g-C3N4, which may help the separation of the electron/hole pairs during the photocatalytic process. Additionally, the absorption coefficient of BaAu2S2 is extremely high, exceeding 1 × 104 cm–1 over the entire absorbable visible spectrum (hν > Eg), which is significantly higher than that of g-C3N4. Such factors may contribute to its outstanding photocatalytic performances. According to our best knowledge, BaAu2S2 is the first noble metal-based chalcogenide photocatalyst reported as intrinsic light-harvesting and electron/hole-generating centers. This study may provide valuable insights for further research on photocatalytic materials.
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CATALYSIS LETTERS
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2019
·Vol. 149
·期 6
·1651-1659
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IF 2.372
Bao Jingxian,Fan Yonghui,Zhang Shuyi,Zhong Liangshu,Wu Minghong,Sun Yuhan
Abstract An atomically economical green protocol for the hydrofunctionalization of olefins to higher aliphatic alcohols with 100% anti-Markovnikov regioselectivity was developed via visible-light photocatalytic coupling. This method employs cheap, readily available and abundant methanol as both the C1 feedstock and the hydrogen source under visible light irradiation over CdS photocatalyst. A wide scope of olefin substrates could be hydrofunctionalized successfully to the corresponding higher alcohols with high selectivity. Besides alcohol, acetone and acetonitrile can also couple with olefins to generate the corresponding hydrofunctionalization products, suggesting promising potential industrial application. Graphical Abstract Hydrofunctionalization of olefins to value-added chemicals with high selectivity was achieved via visible-light photocatalytic cross-coupling.
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