JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2022
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IF 9.965
Lin Liu,Yan Wu,Ru Song,Yu Zhang,Yafei Ma,Jun Wan,Meili Zhang,Huali Cui,Hua Yang,Xiaoli Chen,Jijiang Wang
The construction of excellent photocatalysts for splitting water into hydrogen is highly desirable to realize carbon neutralization. In this work, an innovative and well-designed S-scheme photocatalyst composed of ultrathin ZnIn 2 S 4 (ZIS) nanosheets uniformly anchored on the surface of organic semiconductor PDIIM is successfully fabricated. Within the heterojunction , perylene diimide with an imidazole group (PDIIM) is strategically applied as a structure template, which plays a crucial role in optimizing the morphology, increasing the active sites of sulfur vacancies , providing the additional photothermal effect, and promoting photogenerated charge separation of the catalyst. The photocatalytic H 2 generation rate of the ZIS/PDIIM heterojunction with an optimized mass ratio reaches up to 13.04 mmol/g/h, which is 2.64 times and 14.02 times higher than that of pristine ZIS and PDIIM, respectively. The outstanding photocatalytic activity is attributed to the synergistic effect of the above advantages. Importantly, the photothermal effect induced by PDIIM belonging to the perylene diimide-based derivative was discovered to accelerate photocatalytic H 2 generation for the first time. This work provides valuable insight into the utilization of perylene diimide-based derivatives in the construction of multi-effect enhancement photocatalysts and their application in photothermal-assisted photocatalytic hydrogen evolution .
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2024
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IF 9.4
Pengnian Shan,Kun Geng,Yu Shen,Pengyu Hao,Shunhong Zhang,Jianhua Hou,Jialin Lu,Feng Guo,Chunsheng Li,Weilong Shi
Against the backdrop of energy shortage, hydrogen energy has attracted much attention as a green and clean energy source. In order to explore efficient hydrogen production pathways, we designed a composite photocatalyst with carbon-based core-shell photothermal-assisted photocatalytic system (Carbon@ZnIn 2 S 4 , denoted as C@ZIS). The well-designed catalyst C@ZIS composites demonstrated a photocatalytic hydrogen precipitation rate of 2.97 mmol g -1 h −1 even in the absence of the noble metal Pt co-catalyst. The incorporation of carbon-based core-shell photocatalysts into a photocatalytic reaction significantly affects the activity of the reaction by triggering a photothermal effect in the reaction solution. The results of the physicochemical experiments demonstrated that the carbon spheres in C@ZIS composite system could provide a greater number of active sites, thereby accelerating the electron transfer and separation efficiency, and thus enhancing the photocatalytic activity. The study presents an efficacious design concept for the development of efficacious carbon-based core-shell photothermal-assisted photocatalysts, which is anticipated to facilitate the efficient conversion of solar energy to hydrogen energy.
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APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
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2024
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IF 20.2
Lijun Liu,Luyang Zuo,Xuejing Zhai,Xiangping Xiao,Huitao Fan,Bo Li,Liya Wang
Photocatalytic water splitting is a commonly used pathway for hydrogen (H 2 ) production, and it is crucial to develop highly active ZnIn 2 S 4 (ZIS)-based photocatalytic systems. In recent years, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) are also of great interest in the fields of energy production and environmental remediation. Therefore, this study primarily focuses on the fabrication of a series of heterojunction hexagonal prism-shaped Zr-based MOF@ZIS core-shell nanorods through a simple solvothermal method, in which ZIS nanosheets are highly distributed on the surface of the Zr-based MOF (NU-1000). The photocatalytic activities of the resulting materials were evaluated under visible light illumination (λ ≥ 400 nm) by combining different contents of NU-1000 with ZIS. The H 2 evolution results demonstrate that the optimal content of NU-1000 corresponds to a photocatalytic H 2 production rate of 8.53 mmol g −1 h −1 , which is 5.3 times higher than that of pure ZIS. The enhanced photocatalytic activity of the NU-1000@ZIS (NUZ) heterojunction can be attributed to the incorporation of the NU-1000, which provides abundant active sites due to its larger specific surface area. Additionally, the well-matched band structure between the NU-1000 and ZIS is beneficial to efficiently transfer and separate the photogenerated charge carriers. Furthermore, the NUZ core-shell nanorods exhibit excellent stability, offering a new approach for the fabrication of composite photocatalysts by combining MOF-based and ZIS in the field of photocatalytic H 2 production.
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2025
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IF 9.7
Shuangjun Li,Xiangping Xiao,Luyang Zuo,Rui Li,Lijun Liu,Huitao Fan,Bo Li,Liya Wang
Designing semiconductor photocatalysts with unique structures can improve the transfer efficiency of solar energy to hydrogen (H 2 ). In this study, a dual modification method of element doping and morphological control was used. The Mn-doped hollow octahedron ZnIn 2 S 4 (ZHO-Mn) was synthesized by a simple one-pot solvothermal method using the octahedral Mn-based metal–organic framework (Mn-MOF) as a template. Experiments and theoretical calculations show that the ZHO-Mn has additional active sites, strong light absorption ability and good photoelectric performance. The H 2 production performance of optimized ZHO-Mn10 was the best (11.9 mmol h −1 g −1 ), which was 7.4 times that of monomer ZnIn 2 S 4 (1.6 mmol h −1 g −1 ). This study provides a new one-step method for the dual control of doping and morphology of ZnIn 2 S 4 photocatalyst
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ACS Sensors
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2025
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Yulin Zhu,Yan Liang,Jianxian You,Dehua Wang,Jiahao Li,Yanxing Yang,Yong Yang
The resistive gas sensors based on semiconductor materials provide an effective strategy for the detection of harmful gases. However, the limitations of surface gas adsorption activity and interface charge transfer efficiency of semiconductor sensing materials, as well as the complex device fabrication process, pose significant challenges to the development of sensors. Here, a ternary Co3O4/ZnIn2S4/Pt heterostructure arrays gas sensor is designed, which consists of Co3O4 nanowire arrays grown in situ on an alumina flat substrate as backbones, ultrathin ZnIn2S4 nanosheets wrapped around the surface of Co3O4 nanowires, and highly dispersed Pt nanoparticles on the outermost layer. It enables superior sensing performance for the detection of the volatile organic compound triethylamine, which exhibits a significant response of ∼118.97 (Ra/Rg) toward 100 ppm of triethylamine at a relatively low working temperature of 200 °C, along with excellent response/recovery speed, selectivity, and enduring stability (over 3 months). Based on first-principles calculation and a series of spectroscopic characterization (including in situ spectroscopy), it is revealed that the heterostructure arrays exhibited enhanced adsorption activity for both oxygen and triethylamine molecules. Most importantly, the robust p-n heterointerface (Co3O4/ZnIn2S4) and semiconductor-metal heterointerface (Co3O4/Pt, ZnIn2S4/Pt) are formed in the ternary heterostructure, achieving efficient multi-interface charge transfer characteristics. In addition, thanks to the design of in situ 1D/2D/0D porous array structures, the ternary Co3O4/ZnIn2S4/Pt heterostructure arrays not only have large specific surface areas for gas reaction but also simplify device manufacturing. This research offers novel perspectives on boosting the gas sensing performance of semiconductor materials through the comprehensive design of ternary heterostructures with robust multi-interfaces.
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2023
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IF 9.9
Shikai Wang,Dafeng Zhang,Ping Su,Xintong Yao,Junchang Liu,Xipeng Pu,Hengshuai Li,Peiqing Cai
The reasonable design and fabrication of heterojunction could regulate the photocatalytic performance to some extent, yet it is still a great challenge to construct the S-scheme heterostructure with the stable as well as tight interface on the surface of semiconductor photocatalysts. Herein, the ZnIn 2 S 4 /Cu 2 MoS 4 (ZIS/CMS) S-scheme heterostructure was fabricated by in-situ assembling ZIS nanosheets on the CMS plates, obtaining a mossy tile-like morphology. Owing to the compact interface resulting from in-situ growth, this unique architecture efficiently facilitated the separation and transfer of light-induced charges, guaranteed the larger interface area, and enriched the active sites for photocatalytic redox reactions. After adjusting the mass ratio of CMS in ZIS/CMS, S-scheme heterostructure exhibited the remarkable performance with an optimal H 2 producing rate up to 1298 μmol·h −1 g −1 , about 13.8 times than that of pristine ZIS. The mechanism and driving force of charge transfer and separation in S-scheme heterostructure photocatalysts were explained and discussed. This investigation will provide new insight into design and construction of S-scheme heterojunction photocatalysts for H 2 evolution.
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APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
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2023
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IF 22.1
Qingjie Luan,Xiangdong Xue,Hongtai Feng,Lu Tao,Dongxue Zhou,Tengfei Chen,Mengxi Tan,Wenjun Dong
Molecular-type cocatalysts can achieve the maximum electron transfer and minimum light absorption loss by virtue of their size advantage. Herein, a novel hydrophilic molecule-semiconductor hybrid P 4 @Vs-ZnIn 2 S 4−x photocatalyst was successfully developed by in-situ P 4 molecular anchoring on S defect ZnIn 2 S 4−x (V S -ZnIn 2 S 4−x ). The electron-rich P 4 molecules are anchored on the Zn-S 4 surface through S vacancies, forming Zn-P and S-P bonds that can promote electron injection from the electron-rich P 4 molecular to Vs-ZnIn 2 S 4−x substrate and reduce the adsorption/desorption barrier of H intermediate on S atom of Zn-S 4 plane. Meanwhile, the electrostatic potential depression around P 4 promoted the directional migration of in-plane photogenerated electrons, and pooled electrons to the highly active P sites and S sites, thereby accelerating the kinetics of hydrogen evolution. As a result, P 4 @Vs-ZnIn 2 S 4−x achieves an optimal photocatalytic hydrogen evolution activity of 26.1 mmol g −1 h −1 under visible light, which is 6.2 times higher than 4.2 mmol g −1 h −1 for Vs-ZnIn 2 S 4−x .
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Nanomaterials
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2018
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Siyu Xu,Jun Dai,Juan Yang,Jun You,Jingyi Hao
A series of novel and efficient heterostructured composites CaIn2S4/ZnIn2S4have been synthesized using a facile hydrothermal method. XRD patterns indicate the as-prepared catalysts are two-phase composites of cubic phase CaIn2S4and hexagonal phase ZnIn2S4. FESEM (field emission scanning electron microscope) images display that the synthesized composites are composed of flower-like microspheres with wide diameter distribution. UV–Vis diffuse reflectance spectra (DRS) show that the optical absorption edges of the CaIn2S4/ZnIn2S4composites shift toward longer wavelengths with the increase of the CaIn2S4component. The photocatalytic activities of the as-synthesized composites are investigated by using the aqueous-phase Cr(VI) reduction under simulated sunlight irradiation. This is the first report on the application of the CaIn2S4/ZnIn2S4composites as stable and efficient photocatalysts for the Cr(VI) reduction. The fabricated CaIn2S4/ZnIn2S4composites possess higher photocatalytic performance in comparison with pristine CaIn2S4or ZnIn2S4. The CaIn2S4/ZnIn2S4composite with a CaIn2S4molar content of 30% exhibits the optimum photocatalytic activity. The primary reason for the significantly enhanced photoreduction activity is proved to be the substantially improved separation efficiency of photogenerated electrons/holes caused by forming the CaIn2S4/ZnIn2S4heterostructured composites. The efficient charge separation can be evidenced by steady-state photoluminescence spectra (PLs) and transient photocurrent response. Based on the charge transfer between CaIn2S4and ZnIn2S4, an enhancement mechanism of photocatalytic activity and stability for the Cr(VI) reduction is proposed.Keywords:CaIn2S4/ZnIn2S4composites;Cr(VI);photocatalysis;simulated sunlight;hydrothermal method
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
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2022
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IF 7.139
Rui Li,Qiongke Shi,Luyang Zuo,Yingjun Chen,Wenqiang Li,Huitao Fan,Bo Li,Liya Wang
The shortage of fossil energy has become a growing global concern. It is particularly important to make full use of the infinite solar energy resources, and transform them into sustainable and clean energy. The development of hydrogen energy has become a feasible solution to solve the energy shortage problem. The preparation of photocatalysts featuring efficient charge transfer channels and high hydrogen production activity provides a pathway for the development of hydrogen energy. In this paper, we report for the first time the direct assembly of 2D ZnIn 2 S 4 (ZIS) nanosheets on the surface of CoTiO 3 (CTO). The synthesized CoTiO 3 /ZnIn 2 S 4 (CTO/ZIS) photocatalyst features a direct Z-scheme charge transfer channel, which enhances the separation rate of photogenerated carriers, and accelerates the photocatalytic H 2 evolution (PHE) rate. Without the assistance of any co-catalyst, the PHE rate of prepared CoTiO 3 /ZnIn 2 S 4 was as high as 5.21 mmol g −1 h −1 . Moreover, the H 2 evolution rate of CoTiO 3 /ZnIn 2 S 4 almost did not decrease significantly after four consecutive 4 h cycles. This investigation provides a valuable approach for the exploitation of novel and efficient Z-scheme photocatalysts in the application of solar energy to hydrogen energy conversion.
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2022
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IF 16.744
Dongsheng Luo,Hongfei Yin,Jingxin Li,Binqiang Tian,Huaiqi Li,Yaoguang Li,Chunguang Li,Yuehua Zhang,Mengqi Chen,Yanqiu Jing
Nowadays, researchers make great effects to eliminate some harmful chemicals produced by tobacco. Photocatalysis is one of the most advanced techniques and can degrade organic contaminants effectively. In this paper, a novel CoS@ZnIn 2 S 4 -Ce heterostructured cage was successfully prepared for degradation. After various characterizations, CoS@ZnIn 2 S 4 -Ce exhibited a significant separation of the photo-generated electrons and holes and could degrade phenol effectively no matter under UV light (98.46 %) or visible light (96.72 %). Furthermore, CoS@ZnIn 2 S 4 -Ce could degrade nicotine (91.62 %), benzopyrene (84.65 %) and nitrosamine (99.18 %) effectively under visible light. The effects of the initial conditions on degradation of phenol was also well investigated. The optimal conditions were 0.5 g/L of catalyst dosage, 4.35–7.00 of pH value and 10 mg/L of phenol initial concentration. OH and O 2 − were the main active radicals during the photo-degradation process. On this basis, a possible photocatalytic degradation pathway for degradation of contaminants produced by tobacco are proposed.
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APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
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2022
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IF 7.392
Jialong Li,Fanming Meng,Hao Wu,Han Zhang
The construction of Z-scheme heterostructures is one of the most effective strategies to improve photocatalytic efficiency. In this study, Ag + doped ZnIn 2 S 4 /Bi 2 S 3 composite nanosphere materials with different mass fractions of Bi 2 S 3 were successfully synthesized by the solvothermal method. Systematic studies showed that the construction of heterogeneous structures and Ag + doping could extend the optical absorption edge and provide more active sites. More importantly, it was shown by photoelectrochemical and PL spectroscopy tests that Ag: ZnIn 2 S 4 /Bi 2 S 3 has strong visible light absorption and photocarrier transfer capability. In addition, the Z-scheme mechanism of Ag: ZnIn 2 S 4 /Bi 2 S 3 was investigated by electron spin response (ESR) and active substance capture experiments, which confirmed that both superoxide radicals( O − 2 ) and hydroxyl radicals( OH) were involved in the photocatalytic reaction. The results showed that the optimized Ag: ZnIn 2 S 4 /2.5%Bi 2 S 3 degraded TC by 89.7%, 1.87 times higher than the original ZnIn 2 S 4 . This work provides a promising method for the construction of Z-scheme heterojunctions based on ZnIn 2 S 4 .
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JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES
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2025
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IF 7.9
Jiajia Cai,Yongjun Li,Zhi Zhang,Aobo Cui,Zhengxin Cai,Qian Xie,Jianmin Wang
The low sustainable current density in darkness restricts the advancement of photocathodic protection (PCP) for steels in marine environments. A combination of MoO 3 /WO 3 (Mo/WO 3 ) was proposed as an electron storage system to enhance capacitance and charge/discharge rates. Subsequently, incorporating ZnIn 2 S 4 (ZIS) extended light harvesting and improved photocarrier separation efficiency, resulting in efficient round-the-clock PCP performance. Under illumination, the open circuit potential (OCP) of 10Mo/WO 3 @ZIS coupled with 304SS reaches −0.97 V vs. Ag/AgCl, approximately 600 mV and 140 mV more negative than corrosion potential (E corr ) of 304SS and WO 3 @ZIS coupled 304SS, whth photocurrent density of 134 μA/cm 2 . The excellent PCP performance is attributed to superior photocarrier separation and enhanced light-harvesting capability. Notably, in the dark, the OCP of the coupled system remains ca . 0.4 V below the E corr of 304SS, with an average current density of 30 μA/cm 2 , demonstrating the regulated electron storage capabilities of Mo/WO 3 . Furthermore, capacity and charge/discharge rates correlate with Mo/W ratio and electrolyte species. 10Mo/WO 3 @ZIS exhibits a charge capacity of 2.93 mC, nearly 3 times higher than that of WO 3 @ZIS. The innovative application of MoO 3 and WO 3 proves the potential to regulate the electron storage performance, revealing the factors for photoelectron storage/release.
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