INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
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2013
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Wenyu Liu,Haokun Cai,Ping Lu,Qiumei Xu,Yafeng Zhongfu,Jian Dong
Catalyzed sodium borohydride hydrolysis is a highly valuable method to produce clean hydrogen energy for portable applications. This study provides a new and fast route to preparation of reusable hybrid materials composed of nickel-boron based nanoclusters dispersed in nanoporous poly(acrylamide) hydrogels for catalyzed hydrogen production . Palladium was added to the Ni–B catalysts during chemical reduction under the protection of poly(N-vinylpyrrolidone). The resulting nanoclusters immobilized in the hydrogels were essentially alloy particles with uni-modal size distributions and average diameters ranging from ca . 4–8 nm. Pd exerted significant promoting effects on the activities of the Ni–B catalysts. The highest activity was achieved for Pd–Ni–B nanoclusters with a charge ratio of Pd/Ni = 1/20 in moles, which exhibited activity nearly twice that of a Ni–B catalyst and good recyclability for consecutive uses. The hydrogen production rates also increased with the decreasing particle sizes. The activation energy , enthalpy and entropy for the reaction were determined to be 31.10 kJ mol −1 , 28.39 kJ mol −1 and -45.22 J mol −1 K −1 , respectively. The activation energy is lower than that of previously reported polymer-stabilized Co(0), Fe(0), or Ni(0) nanoparticle catalysts.
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BIOMATERIALS
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2013
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Dian Li,Yu-Ting Zhang,Meng Yu,Jia Guo,Deeptangshu Chaudhary,Chang-Chun Wang
Hierarchical structured nanomaterials with diverse functionality, such as magnetic susceptibility , stimuli-responsiveness, environmental sensing and biocompatibility, are highly sought after for biomedicine and biodetection alike. In this study, we designed and fabricated a new kind of multifunctional core/shell nanospheres as biodegradable targeted drug carriers, the controlled drug release progress and therapeutic effect were monitored in-situ by the fluorescent state of the cells. Firstly, the core/shell nanospheres with biodegradability were synthesized using magnetic supraparticles (MSPs) as core and the layered double hydroxide (LDH) as shell via a hydrothermal route, the reaction parameters were well investigated to obtain the desired structure of the LDH shell. The anti-cancer drug doxorubicin was modified with carboxyl group (DOX-COOH) and loaded in the shell of MSPs/LDH nanospheres via an anion-exchange intercalation. To endow the nanospheres with tumor-targeting capability, IDA (iminodiacetic acid)-modified folate was successfully immobilized onto the surface of LDH shell using chelating interaction. These nanospheres behaved as multifunctional carriers for targeted delivery of anti-cancer drug, doxorubicin (DOX), within Hela cells and thus, these nano-drugs exhibited clear cytotoxicity and inhibition toward Hela cells as compared to normal cell-lines of HEK 293T cells. Interestingly, after the internalization of these nano-drugs, there was a sharp contrast in illumination between the tumorous Hela cells and the normal HEK 293T cells, the acidic cytoplasm of Hela cell stimulated DOX-COOH in LDH shell quickly degraded into positive-charged DOX, and then rapidly escaped from the positive-charged intercalation of LDH shell by strong repulsive interaction, the released DOX rapidly lit up the whole tumor cells in a short time, but only very weak light was found in HEK 293T cells.
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Journal of Materials Chemistry A
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2015
·Vol. 3
·期 21
·11261-11268
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Jing Li,Panpan Zhou,Feng Li,Ren Ren,Yang Liu,Jianrui Niu,Jianxin Ma,Xueyao Zhang,Min Tian,Jun Jin,Jiantai Ma
In the present work, nickel (Ni) and palladium (Pd) core–shell structure nanospheres with various thicknesses have been facilely obtained via a one-pot synthesis process. These hybrid structures allow us to correlate the Pd thickness with their performance in the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER). The HER activity increases with a decrease of the Pd thickness, and it can be ascribed to the enhancement of electron donation of Pd (111) caused by the electron flow from Ni (111) to Pd (111) based on first-principles calculations. In this hybrid system, the difference in work functions of Pd and Ni results in surface polarization on the Pd surface, tuning its charge state for hydrogen reduction. Meanwhile, with the assistance of a polyethyleneimine–reduced graphene oxide (PEI–rGO) support, the examined Ni@Pd4:1/PEI–rGO50:1 (10 wt%) electrocatalyst presents outstanding HER activity comparable with that of platinum (Pt). This work opens up possibilities for reducing Pd usage while achieving high HER performance.
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INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY
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2014
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M. Gong,W. Zhu,H.W. Zhang,Q. Ma,Y. Su,Y.J. Fan
Dewatered sewage sludge was treated with NaOH additive and Ni catalyst in supercritical water in a high-pressure autoclave to examine the effects of separate and combined NaOH additive and Ni catalyst on hydrogen generation . The effects of Ni/NaOH ratio on hydrogen production were also investigated to identify possible catalytic mechanism and interactions. NaOH and Ni, separately or in combination, improved the hydrogen production and hydrogen gasification efficiency. The addition of NaOH additive not only promoted the water–gas shift reaction, but also favored H 2 generation of Ni catalyst by capturing CO 2 . The hydrogen yield of combined catalysts with different Ni/NaOH ratios was higher than the theoretical sum of hydrogen yield from the mixture by 10–33%. The largest hydrogen yield, of 4.8 mol per kilogram of organic matter, which was almost five times as much as without catalyst, was achieved with the addition of 3.33 wt% Ni and 1.67 wt% NaOH. The combined NaOH additive and Ni catalyst also improved the gasification of several other dewatered sewage sludges, increasing the hydrogen yield by four to twelve times that seen without catalyst. Combined NaOH additive and Ni catalyst are effective in dewatered sewage sludge gasification at low temperature.
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ENERGY & FUELS
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2015
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Yetao Jiang,Zheng Li,Xing Tang,Yong Sun,Xianhai Zeng,Shijie Liu,Lu Lin
In the present study, cellulolytic enzyme lignin, which was isolated from enzymatic hydrolysis residues of bamboo, could be efficiently depolymerized into oily products with a yield of over 60 wt % using a range of acidic zeolites and/or Raney Ni catalysts. The degraded products are mainly composed of phenolic monomers, which can be used as versatile chemicals or the precursor for biofuel production. The yields of monophenols were 12.9 wt % and no more than 5.0 wt % when catalyzed by Raney Ni or acidic zeolites, respectively. However, a yield of monophenols as high as 21.0–27.9% was obtained using a Raney Ni combination with acidic zeolite catalysts. Matrix-assisted laser desorption ionization time-of-flight mass spectrometry analysis revealed that the depolymerization level of the oily fraction catalyzed by a combination of catalysts was more complete in comparison to those catalyzed by an independent catalyst. The results indicated that the catalytic activity of a fully heterogeneous catalyst combination for the depolymerization of cellulolytic enzyme lignin was proven to be superior to that of either component alone.
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Reaction Kinetics Mechanisms and Catalysis
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2017
·Vol. 122
·期 1
·525-538
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Li Xin,Meng Fanhui,Cheng Yang,Gao Yuan,Li Zhong
Mesoporous silica (SiO 2 ) supported highly dispersed Ni catalysts with ZrO 2 and surfactant β-cyclodextrin (CD) were prepared by the impregnation method, and their catalytic performance for three-phase methanation of CO were evaluated. It is shown that ZrO 2 promotes the dispersion of Ni species on mesoporous SiO 2 , leading to the increase in Ni dispersion and methanation activity. For the ZrO 2 content, the optimum is 5 wt%. Moreover, when adding CD in the preparation of Ni5Zr/SiO 2 catalyst, CD was found effectively enhanced the dispersion of Ni species and interaction between Ni species and support, leading to a smaller size of NiO particles and more exposed active surfaces, which promotes the CO adsorption capacity. As the molar ratio of CD/Ni rises, the crystallite size of metallic Ni decreased. Ni5Zr/SiO 2 (1:5) catalyst prepared with 5 wt% ZrO 2 and 1:5 molar ratio of CD/Ni shows the optimal catalytic activity for the three-phase CO methanation reaction. This is because of the highest dispersion of metallic Ni and smallest size of NiO particles.
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ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
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2017
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Mao Zhou,Ruizhuo Ouyang,Yuhao Li,Yuqing Miao
3D microspheres from the in situ synthesis, growth and organization of Ni-Mo-S nanoparticles (NPs) on porous Ti plate were obtained through a typical hydrothermal method . The Ni-Mo-S/Ti electrode exhibited excellent electrocatalytic performance for hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) in strong acid electrolyte. HER occurs at the relatively low onset potential of −4 mV with high current of 10 mA/cm 2 at low overpotential of 30 mV in 0.5 M H 2 SO 4 . Furthermore, the Ni-Mo-S/Ti exhibited excellent electrocatalytic stability over an extended period of 60000 s without obvious current decrease observed. The multinary composition , 3D microsphere-like structure from nanoparticles, porous supporting substrate, the good conductivity of Ti and good electron transfer between electrode and catalysts, all of them are combined to contribute to the high HER electrocatalytic activity of the Ni-Mo-S/Ti. The good stability comes from the stability of catalysts and Ti themselves, and the tight contact between catalysts and supporting electrode.
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Journal of Physical Chemistry C
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2015
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Shan Wang,Guang Yang,Shengchun Yang
PtNi3 bimetallic concave octahedrons with a majority of platinum atoms deposited on the frames were synthesized in ethylene glycol solution. The high angle annular dark field scanning transmission electron microscopy (HAAD-STEM) characterizations and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) analysis reveal that the Pt frames have a thickness of less than 2 nm, which surround a nickel core thus forming a quasi core–shell concave octahedral nanoparticle (NP). The element-specific anisotropic growth followed by the nanoscale phase segregation and subsequent oxidation of Ni riched facets are responsible for the formation of the concave nanostructure. The PtNi3quasi core–shell concave octahedrons exhibit substantially enhanced electrocatalytic properties toward methanol oxidation and hydrogen evolution reaction compared with that of the commercial Pt/C, suggesting that the Ni riched Pt–Ni NPs can be used as a potential candidate for methanol oxidation reaction (MOR) or hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) catalysts with the low utilization of Pt.
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RSC Advances
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2017
·Vol. 7
·期 39
·24353-24358
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Pingge He,Qun Huang,Boyun Huang,Tengfei Chen
Ni–Co–Mn multi-component metal oxides with various morphologies for high-performance supercapacitor electrodes were controllably synthesized on carbon cloth through a facile hydrothermal method followed by a subsequent annealing process. The crystalline structure, morphology and electrochemical property of the metal oxides can be manipulated by simply adjusting the Ni/Co/Mn ratio in the solution. The metal oxide prepared in the solution containing a Ni/Co/Mn ratio of 1/1/2 presents a structure consisting of nanosheets and nanoneedles, and exhibits the highest specific capacitance of 1434.2 F g−1 at a current density of 2 mA cm−2, desirable rate capability and excellent cyclic stability with a capacitance retention of 94% over 3000 cycles. To demonstrate practical application, flexible asymmetric supercapacitors based on such metal oxides were prepared and show high capacitance, low internal resistance, excellent cyclic stability and outstanding flexibility, indicating great potential as high-performance energy storage devices.
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Journal of Physical Chemistry C
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2024
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Jing Pan,Yongde Yan,Yuan Deng,Xuepeng Wang,Li Ding,Xin Kong,Yun Xue,Fuqiu Ma,Kai Zhu,Wei Liu
Electrolyte is considered to be one of the key factors affecting electrolysis in the rare earth and their alloys industry. Generally, the fluoride system is chosen as the electrolyte for industrial production. However, the molten salt electrolysis method for fluoride-oxide systems is not well understood and has not been systematically studied at this stage. In order to supplement this part, lanthanum (La) ions have been chosen as the research object in this paper to systematically investigate the preparation of La–Ni alloy from LaF3–LiF-CaF2–La2O3 molten salt. A series of electrochemical methods were used to investigate the mechanism and kinetic properties of La(III) reduction on W and Ni electrodes. The electrochemical reduction properties and kinetic parameters of La were obtained. La–Ni alloy was prepared by potentiostatic electrolysis, and it was verified by detailed analysis through characterization methods. On this basis, LaNi5 intermetallic compound was successfully prepared on Ni electrode. This study provides valuable theoretical guidance for the development of La alloy preparation with fluoride salt systems in industry.
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Molecular Catalysis
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Jianwei Yuan,Kwame Nana Opoku,Pin Zhou,Jiaqing Cao,Yaorao Gao,Haoyang Peng,Baoliang Liu,Xiaohui Chen,Zhenwei Zhang,Fu Yang
The highly efficient green catalytic synthesis of jet fuel from low-chain biomass molecules is very attractive to afford sustainable development. Herein, ultrafine Ni nanoparticles assembled on Nb 2 O 5 nanofibers were constructed and effectively utilized in the reductive coupling of n-octanoic acid, offering a novel approach distinct from traditional hydrogenation methods for fatty acids. During the process, a synergistic effect was observed between the metallic Ni phase and the fibrous Nb 2 O 5 , facilitating immediate ketonization following reduction. This enabled the conversion of n-octanoic acid into pentadecane, a crucial component of aviation kerosene. The key factor driving this conversion was the attainment of a production rate of 8-pentadecanone higher than that of n-octane, particularly under optimal conditions, resulting in a significant yield of pentadecane. The catalytic assessment results show that adjusting Ni loading altered the performance of the catalyst in which 1.0 % Ni/Nb 2 O 5 afforded the best catalytic activity. By precisely controlling the reaction temperature at 300 °C and maintaining a hydrogen pressure of 1 MPa, an impressive pentadecane yield of 70.5 % was achieved. This innovative approach, which combines reduction with ketonization, offers a promising strategy for producing long-carbon chain alkanes from short-carbon chain fatty acids within a single reactor. This not only reduces economic costs but also streamlines overall processes, presenting a significant advancement in sustainable fuel production.
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Molecular Catalysis
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Nan Zhou,Xiaoqing Jia,Siyuan Chen,Huafan Li,Feifei Li,Botao Qiao,Hailian Tang,Guoyi Bai
CO 2 methanation is an effective way for CO 2 recycling, and nickel-based catalysts have attracted much attention in this field due to their excellent CH 4 selectivity and cost-effectiveness; however, their applications are limited by their suboptimal catalytic activity. In this work, the catalytic activity of Ni-rutile-based catalysts was increased by almost an order of magnitude simply by doping the rutile with Fe. Series characterizations show that three factors that mainly contributed to the improved catalytic performance of the Ni/Fe-Rutile, which are the reduction of the Ni size, the increase of the basic sites, and the inhibition of the encapsulation of the Ni particles by the support. With Fe doping, the OH and oxygen vacancies on the rutile surface were reduced, which made the support difficult to reduce and thus suppressed the encapsulation of Ni by the support. As a result, the number of exposed active sites on the Ni/Fe-Rutile which with a smaller Ni size was further successfully increased, and the catalytic activity was significantly improved. This study provides new ideas for the design of activity-enhanced supported catalysts from the perspective of tuning the metal-support interaction and may be applicable to other reducible oxide-supported metal catalysts.
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