INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
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2025
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IF 3.9
Biao Guo,Xianyu Wang,Xia Wu,Xinying Sun,Xinyuan Li,Xinxin Liu,Lijing Zhou,Zhen Zhao
The construction of S-scheme heterojunctions with oxygen vacancies (OVs) is an effective strategy to enhance the photocatalytic activity. In this pioneering study, we successfully fabricated Bi12O17Cl2/Bi2S3 S-scheme heterojunctions with abundant OVs (ROV-BOC/BS) using an anion exchange method. The in situ growth of Bi2S3 (BS) nanorods on OVs-rich Bi12O17Cl2 (ROV-BOC) nanosheets resulted in an interconnected reticulated structure. This structure not only increased the specific surface area of the composite but also established a tightly bound heterojunction, further enhancing the OVs content in the composites. The OVs-induced defect levels provide additional channels for photogenerated charge migration. The synergy between the heterojunction and OVs improved the light absorption and carrier separation efficiency. Consequently, the optimized ROV-BOC/BS-0.1 achieved 95.52% Cr(VI) removal efficiency within 120 min, with apparent reaction rate constants 5.39 and 23.86 times higher than those of pure ROV-BOC and BS, respectively. This investigation provides crucial guidance for designing novel S-scheme heterojunction photocatalysts with abundant OVs.
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APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
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2025
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IF 6.9
Wei Huang,Haojie Chen,Hefan Zhang,Xueying Wang,Chunlan Xu,Jiahao Liu,Lan Zhang,Changyu Lu
The design of green and low-cost S-scheme heterojunctions with strong interface interactions is key to their photocatalytic performance and practical application. Here, novel S-scheme heterojunctions of self-grown CuO/sediment (CUS) were successfully fabricated using a calcination method with sediment derived from nature. Various methods were employed to evaluate the micromorphology, crystal structure, chemical composition, and optical characteristics of the photocatalysts. Supported by ultra-violet photoelectron spectroscopy (UPS) analyses, an S-scheme charge migration path was revealed in the CUS during the photocatalytic reaction. The CUS3:7 S-scheme heterojunction exhibited optimal photocatalytic activity at 4.08 times and 1.57 times higher than those of pure CuO and SM-300, respectively, and excellent photocatalytic activity was detected in the peroxymonosulfate (PMS) system. Notably, metal and nonmetal ions in sediment themselves and 1 O 2 generated in PMS system are resistant to anionic and cationic interferences in water decontamination. In addition, the photocatalytic mechanism, possible intermediates, and degradation pathways were elucidated using theoretical calculations and experimental results. Moreover, mung bean sprout cultivation experiments confirmed the non-toxicity of the developed heterojunction and degraded tetracycline solution. These findings offer new insights to aid in synthesizing photocatalysts for wastewater treatment.
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2023
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IF 9.9
Lang Pei,Zhenggang Luo,Xusheng Wang,Zhanfeng Ma,Yuhang Nie,Jiasong Zhong,Ding Yang,Sateesh Bandaru,Bao-Lian Su
The conversion of CO 2 into syngas , a mixture of CO and H 2 , via photocatalytic reduction , is a promising approach towards achieving a sustainable carbon economy. However, the evolution of highly adjustable syngas, particularly without the use of sacrifice reagents or additional cocatalysts, remains a significant challenge. In this study, a step-scheme (S-scheme) 0D ZnGa 2 O 4 nanodots (∼7 nm) rooted g-C 3 N 4 nanosheets (denoted as ZnGa 2 O 4 /C 3 N 4 ) heterojunction photocatalyst was synthesized vis a facial in-situ growth strategy for efficient CO 2 -to-syngas conversion. Both experimental and theoretical studies have demonstrated that the polymeric nature of g-C 3 N 4 and highly distributed ZnGa 2 O 4 nanodots synergistically contribute to a strong interaction between metal oxide and C 3 N 4 support. Furthermore, the desirable S-scheme heterojunction in ZnGa 2 O 4 /C 3 N 4 efficiently promotes charge separation, enabling strong photoredox ability. As a result, the S-scheme ZnGa 2 O 4 /C 3 N 4 exhibited remarkable activity and selectivity in photochemical conversion of CO 2 into syngas, with a syngas production rate of up to 103.3 μ mol g −1 h −1 , even in the absence of sacrificial agents and cocatalyst. Impressively, the CO/H 2 ratio of syngas can be tunable within a wide range from 1:4 to 2:1. This work exemplifies the effectiveness of a meticulously designed S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst for CO 2 -to-syngas conversion with adjustable composition , thus paving the way for new possibilities in sustainable energy conversion and utilization.
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材料科学
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化学工程
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FUEL
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2024
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IF 6.7
Yan Wang,Xi Wu,Qiaoling Yang,Yuqi Zhao,Hengliang Wang,Arturo Pajares,Jinying Zhang,Jiahong Wang,Wai-Yeung Wong,Xin Wang
Designing ternary heterojunction photocatalysts is regarded as a compelling approach to attain exceptional photocatalytic activity. However, they always suffer from poor interfacial contact and unclear charge transfer pathways. Herein, a metal-free dual S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst comprised of black phosphorus (BP), carbon nitride (CN), violet phosphorus (VP) was designed by electrostatic self-assembly. The non-metallic feature of the BPCNVP heterostructure facilitates to form strong interfacial contact by coordinating active P sites in VP and BP with N atoms in CN. Notably, a definite dual S-scheme heterojunction configuration is achieved by rational band alignment of VP and BP, respectively, which significantly boosts the driving force for charge separation. The BPCNVP heterostructure exhibited a hydrogen evolution rate of 1669μmol h -1 g −1 with excellent stability, surpassing most reported metal-free photocatalysts. This work demonstrates that the design of dual S-scheme heterojunction by metal-free materials provides valuable insights into the intricate reaction mechanism of ternary heterojunction photocatalysts.
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材料科学
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能源科学
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FUEL
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2024
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IF 6.7
Yuzhou Xia,Jilong Xiao,Jiacheng Zhang,Renkun Huang,Xiaohui Huang,Guiyang Yan,Liuping Zheng
The construction of step-scheme (S-scheme) heterojunction has become an effective strategy for enhancing photocatalytic CO 2 reduction. In this study, a sunflower-like S-scheme WO 3 /ZnIn 2 S 4 heterostructure is fabricated through the in-situ growth of ZnIn 2 S 4 nanosheets on WO 3 hollow sphere, aimed at improving selective CO 2 reduction. The constructed embedding configuration, featuring a WO 3 hollow sphere core and an outer layer of ZnIn 2 S 4 nanosheet, increases the contact interface and establishes a significant built-in electric field, thereby promoting the migration and separation of photogenerated carriers. The confined internal cavity of the three-dimensional (3D) sunflower-like architecture aids in limiting the free diffusion of CO 2 , and enriching CO 2 molecules at the surface of the photocatalyst, consequently enhancing reaction kinetics. Moreover, S vacancies on ZnIn 2 S 4 nanosheets promote the chemisorption and activation of CO 2 . As a result, the optimized evolution rates for CH 4 and CO of 58.7μmol g –1 h −1 and 51.3μmol g –1 h −1 , respectively, are achieved for WO 3 /ZnIn 2 S 4 heterojunction. The corresponding electron selectivity for CH 4 reaches 82.1 %, which is 13 and 1.5 times higher than those of bare WO 3 and ZnIn 2 S 4 , respectively. This provides valuable insights into the design of muti-functionalized S-scheme heterojunction photocatalysts.
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2024
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IF 13.3
Kuan Wang,Tong Sun,Hui Ma,Yi Wang,Zhen-Hong He,Huan Wang,Weitao Wang,Yang Yang,Lei Wang,Zhao-Tie Liu
The photo-driven CO 2 reduction holds significant potential in facilitating carbon fuel conversion. However, the inefficiency of charge conversion severely limits its spractical applications. Herein, the charge transfer routeway was tailored in NiO/BiOCl-7 heterostructures via a transform from type-II to S-scheme for enhancing CO 2 photoreduction to CO. Such S-scheme NiO/BiOCl-7 heterojunctions were prepared by pH-modulation to optimize the energy band structure of BiOCl and introduce abundant oxygen vacancies. Surprisingly, the S-scheme NiO/BiOCl-7 heterojunctions exhibited a significantly enhanced production of CO (78.11 μmol·g −1 ·h −1 ) with an impressive selectivity of 97.1 %, representing a remarkable 1.7- and 4.3-fold improvement in CO yield compared to the type-II NiO/BiOCl heterojunctions and pure BiOCl samples, respectively. The in-situ spectral experiments and DFT calculations reveal that the superior CO production can be attributed to a lower energy barrier for COOH* and a smoother potential energy surface of the S-scheme heterojunction with abundant oxygen vacancies. This meticulous strategy of energy band modulation sheds light on the deliberate customization of Bi-based heterostructures with favorable charge transfer for highly effecient photocatalysis.
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SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
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2024
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IF 8.1
Jie Cui,Ruotong Zhu,Meiqi Ding,Guoli Chen,Shuhua Liang,Shaodong Sun
Construction of S-scheme heterojunction with 2D/2D structure can accelerate the carrier separation and migration owing to the induced built-in electric field, short carrier migration distance and large contact area. Herein, we develop a simple one-step solvent thermal method for the synthesis of novel Bi 2 O 3 -BiOI 2D/2D S-scheme heterojunction with intimate interfacial contact. As expected, the as-prepared Bi 2 O 3 -BiOI heterojunction presents higher visible-light driven photodegradation of tetracycline (TC), as well as rhodamine B (RhB), methyl orange (MO), and tetracycline hydrochloride (TC-HCl), than the counterparts. Besides, the potential degradation pathways of TC are elucidated and the toxicities of intermediates are assessed in detail. Significantly, the mechanism insight into S-scheme charge transfer mechanism in Bi 2 O 3 -BiOI 2D/2D heterojunction is uncovered in depth by density functional theory calculations and a series of experimental evidences. This work affords a useful inspiration on constructing high-performance BiOI-based photocatalysts via engineering of heterojunction and morphology for organic hazards removal.
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2024
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IF 9.4
Na Xiao,Ping Han,Zhaoqi Chen,Qiuling Chen
Under the spotlight for their potential to reduce over-potential, photo-assisted Li–O 2 batteries still face a key challenge: the rapid recombination of photo-generated electron-hole pairs, which limits their efficiency. In this study, we address this limitation by designing a Li–O 2 battery that integrates both photo and magnetic field assistance, using an S-scheme MXene/In 2 S 3 /CoFe 2 O 4 heterojunction photocathode. This unique combination enhances visible light absorption and generates a strong built-in electric field, facilitating effective charge separation and boosting photocatalytic activity. During discharge, photo-generated electrons participate in the oxygen reduction reaction, while photo-induced holes contribute to the decomposition of discharge products during charging. Furthermore, the introduction of a magnetic field, confirmed through vibrating sample magnetometer, Mössbauer spectroscopy, X-ray absorption near edge structure, and cyclic voltammetry analyses, enhances electron-hole separation via Lorentz forces and spin–orbit coupling, accelerating the formation and decomposition of Li 2 O 2 . With this synergistic approach, the battery achieves a high specific capacity of 26,500 mAh g −1 , ultra-low oxygen reduction/evolution reaction over-potentials of 0.08 V/0.17 V, and a long cycle life of 2000 cycles with energy efficiency of 98.11 %. This work demonstrates the promising potential of combining photo and magnetic field effects to improve the electrochemical performance of Li–O 2 batteries, opening new avenues for high-performance energy storage systems.
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2025
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IF 13.2
Dandan Wang,Jing Li,Rong Zhang,Beiyu Xin,Xueru Huang,Yang Wang,Jifeng Guo
Microcystis aeruginosa (M. aeruginosa) is a typical harmful algal associated with eutrophication, making the study of its inactivation critical for water restoration. In this research, g-C 3 N 4 /CeO 2 composites with S-scheme heterojunctions were synthesized and incorporated into sodium alginate (SA) to successfully prepare photocatalytic gel beads with floating capabilities. A photocatalytic persulfate (g-C 3 N 4 /CeO 2 /SA/Vis/PMS) system was developed to systematically investigate the algal inactivation efficacy of floating catalysts. The g-C 3 N 4 /CeO 2 S-scheme heterojunctions significantly enhanced algal inactivation efficiency, achieving up to 96.65 % inactivation within 80 min. The alterations in algal cell properties during the inactivation process were examined. A decrease in the content of algal bile proteins indicated a disruption of the photosynthetic system within the algal cells, while an increase in the concentrations of K + , Ca 2+ , and Mg 2+ suggested further disruption of algal cell membranes and walls. Additionally, three-dimensional fluorescence spectroscopy (EEM) results indicated that the extracellular organic matter produced during the rupture of algal cells was degraded into humic acid-like substances. The energy bands and electronic structure of g-C 3 N 4 /CeO 2 were calculated using density functional theory (DFT) to analyze the electron transfer mechanism involved in this process, which is consistent with the S-scheme electron transfer pathway. The effective inactivation of M. aeruginosa was successfully achieved through the combined action of the non-radical 1 O 2 ,·O 2 – , and h + generated during the photogenerated carrier transfer process. This approach offers a promising strategy for the management of algal blooms in eutrophic waters.
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微生物学
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ACTA PHYSICO-CHIMICA SINICA
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2025
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IF 13.5
Fanpeng Meng,Fei Zhao,Jingkai Lin,Jinsheng Zhao,Huayang Zhang,Shaobin Wang
Designing heterojunctions based on carbon nitride offers a promising pathway for enhancing photocatalytic efficiency. This study develops an all-organic S-scheme metal-free heterojunction uniquely composed of carbon nitride nanosheets (GCNNS) and a donor–acceptor conjugated polymer, poly p-aminobenzylidene-so-aniline (PASO), synthesized through a simple yet effective ball-milling technique. This heterojunction demonstrates excellent photocatalytic efficiency for hydrogen (H 2 ) evolution. The optimized GCNNS/PASO-10 sample attains an H 2 evolution rate of 10.12 mmol∙g −1 ∙h −1 , which is about 5.9 times and 19.5 times greater than those of pure GCNNS and PASO, respectively. This improvement is due to the unique interfacial bonding, increased visible-light absorption, and efficient charge carrier separation facilitated by a strong internal electric field within the S-scheme. Theoretical calculations and characterization reveal that this heterojunction’s S-scheme mechanism optimally aligns energy bands and promotes spatial charge separation, driving superior photocatalytic activity. This work presents the unique advantage of all-organic materials for heterojunction construction and provides insights into designing advanced S-scheme systems for sustainable energy conversion.
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能源化学
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Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
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2023
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IF 7.7
Qiang Li,Lijie Wang,Jupu Song,Linshen Zhang,Chunfeng Shao,Hong Li,Hemin Zhang
Construction of heterojunction photocatalysts is a valid tactics to boost the photocatalytic property of catalyst. Herein, a novel S-scheme heterojunction of zero/three dimensional (0D/3D) In 2 S 3 /Bi 2 WO 6 hybrid catalyst was obtained by assembling In 2 S 3 nanoparticles on floriated shaped Bi 2 WO 6 microsphere through a simple precipitation route for the first time. The morphology, structures, composition, chemical and optical properties of the resulting materials were carefully researched through various instruments. The degradation experiments revealed that In 2 S 3 /Bi 2 WO 6 composites exhibited superior photocatalytic behavior for dyes decomposition. The optimized In 2 S 3 /Bi 2 WO 6 composite showed remarkable photocatalytic decomposition Rhodamine B (RhB) and Methylene blue (MB), 16.0 (2.68)-fold and 70.3 (1.66)-fold larger than that of pristine Bi 2 WO 6 (In 2 S 3 ), and it also possessed good stability and reusability. The largely improved photoactivity may derive from the formed S-scheme heterojunction between Bi 2 WO 6 and In 2 S 3 , which accelerated photocarriers disassociation and retained strong redox power. Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) was applied to reveal the RhB decomposition pathway. Besides, the S-scheme charge transfer mechanism was well elucidated based on in-situ X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy analysis, density functional theory calculation (DFT), and trapping experiment along with electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) tests.
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Nanoscale
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2024
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IF 5.8
Congcong Wang,Suili Shi,Boya Liu,Guorong Wang,Zhiliang Jin
Rational design and synthesis of a unique heterojunction photocatalyst structure is an important strategy to enhance its performance and structural stability. Herein, Co9S8/MnCdS/Co3O4 photocatalysts with double S-scheme heterojunctions were successfully prepared by coupling Co9S8 and Co3O4 sheet structures with n-type MnCdS nanoparticles through a simple solvothermal and mechanical mixing method. The construction of the dual S-scheme heterostructure offers the possibility to expand the light absorption range, extend the carrier lifetime and maximise the redox capacity. In addition, the mechanism of charge transfer and the reason for the improvement of photocatalytic activity were explored through photoelectrochemical characterization. The lamellar structures of Co9S8 and Co3O4 not only provide excellent dispersion and slow down the agglomeration of MnCdS nanoparticles, but also promote charge transfer, which improves the photocatalytic hydrogen production effect. Under simulated solar irradiation, the evolution rate of H2 after 5 h was as high as 46.44 μmol, which was 3.49 and 1.49 times higher than those of pristine MnCdS and MnCdS/Co3O4, respectively. Meanwhile, it has good stability under 20 h irradiation. This work demonstrates a novel idea for the rational design of double S-scheme photocatalysts with efficient space separation.
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光催化
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