INORGANIC CHEMISTRY COMMUNICATIONS
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2022
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IF 3.428
Xiao-hua Zheng,Qi Tang,Hao-wen Zhang,Shi-hui Lu,Fang-er Yang
Bi 2 WO 6 demonstrates the limited photocatalytic activity due to its high photoelectron recombination rate. However, its photocatalytic performance is expected to be improved by forming Step-scheme (S-scheme) heterojunction and SiC is a potential candidate because of its high electron transfer rate in photocatalytic process. In this study, S-scheme heterojunction Bi 2 WO 6 /SiC nanocomposites were synthesized by simple hydrothermal method, and their photo degradation properties for rhodamine B (RhB) under visible light were studied. The results show that silicon carbide nanoparticles have been successfully deposited onto the petal-microsphere shaped Bi 2 WO 6 phase. The nanocomposite with mole ratio of Bi 2 WO 6 to SiC of 1:1 exhibits the highest photo degradation rate as tested in the photocatalytic experiments. The photoreaction rate of the nanocomposite is 3.7 times higher than that of pure Bi 2 WO 6 and 15.5 times higher than that of pure SiC, and the nanocomposite demonstrates good photocatalytic stability.
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CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS
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2025
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IF 17.7
Mengyang Xu,Bingqing Chang,Jinze Li,Huiqin Wang,Pengwei Huo
The assembly of different Metal organic framework (MOFs) into hybrid heterostructures has proven to be a promising strategy that can effectively break through the limited regulatory capacity of single metal sites. Here, an S-scheme heterostructure (Fe 3 Ni-MOF) based on homologous ligands (1,4-phthalic acid) of ultra-thin Ni-MOF and Fe-MOF nanoparticles with directional electron transport channels, was developed and used it for photoreduction of CO 2 . Under the S-scheme electric field mechanism, the photogenerated carrier can achieve efficient directional separation through Fe–O–Ni atomic bond, which significantly reduces the energy barrier of the rate-determining step. Results show that the performance of Fe 3 Ni-MOF (63.5 μmol g –1 ) was 20 and 3.2 times higher than that of Ni-MOF and Fe-MOF, respectively, and exhibits excellent CO selectivity (96.4%) and stability. Transmission electron microscopy and atomic force microscopy revealed the two-molecular-layers structure of Ni-MOF and the micro-assembly structure of Fe 3 Ni-MOF, which can shorten the electron transport distance and increase the molecular mass transfer rate. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, electron spin resonance and electron density difference calculations reveal that interfacial electric fields and atomic bonds work together to promote directional carrier separation, resulting in the accumulation of holes on Ni-MOF and electrons on Fe-MOF. The Gibbs free energy calculation and in-situ Fourier transformed infrared spectroscopy validate that the micro-assembled S-scheme heterostructures with directional electron transport channels can significantly reduce the activation energy barrier of the reaction. This study not only proves the feasibility of constructing MOFs S-scheme heterostructures using homologous ligands, but also provides a new way to overcome the limitations of monometallic MOFs. This strategy is expected to open up a new avenue to design efficient photocatalysts.
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APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
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2024
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IF 6.3
Chuhan Huang,Yu Ma,Qian Cheng,Xiaohan Liu,Hongman Sun,Fazle Subhan,Xinyuan Zhao,Youhe Wang,Zifeng Yan
The fundamental insights into the reaction mechanism, especially the electron transfer mechanism, are highly promising yet challenging for W 18 O 49 /g-C 3 N 4 heterojunction catalysts during photocatalytic nitrogen fixation. Herein, the 1D/2D nanostructured S-scheme heterojunctions were designed by in situ growth of 1D W 18 O 49 nanowires on 2D g-C 3 N 4 nanosheets through solvothermal method using methanol as solvent. In situ XPS analysis revealed that electrons in the conduction band of W 18 O 49 recombine with holes in the valence band of g-C 3 N 4 under the conduction effect of internal electric field, band bending, and Coulombic attraction in the W 18 O 49 /g-C 3 N 4 heterojunction. The photogenerated electrons are retained in g-C 3 N 4 , where the negative reduction potential of its conduction band enhances the activation of N 2 . As a result, the ammonia generation rate employing the optimal W 18 O 49 /g-C 3 N 4 heterojunction is 64.8 μmol g cat −1 h −1 , approximately double that of W 18 O 49 alone and 2.3 times higher than that of g-C 3 N 4 . The enhanced activity and facile methodology make the current material exceedingly appealing for implementation in photocatalytic nitrogen fixation for the synthesis of ammonia.
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SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
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2025
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IF 9
Hongli Yang,Rui Wang,Huilin Hou,Yang Li,Zhuodong Li,Haiyan Wang,Xiaoqiang Zhan,Dongdong Zhang,Zhao Liang,Yong Luo,Weiyou Yang
The integration of S-scheme heterojunctions and solid solutions presents a dual-driven strategy for efficient charge transport, thus facilitating superior spatial separation and mobility of photogenerated carriers for overall enhanced photocatalytic behaviors. In this work, the photocatalysts of CdS@N-NiCoO (CdS@NCO) were rationally designed, by combining the ultrafine CdS nanoparticles with N-doped NiCoO (NCO) porous microrods derived from a metal organic framework (MOF) precursor. It is verified that the incorporated N dopants and Co-induced impurities could optimize the electronic structure of solid solution, thereby enhancing the charge separation and mobility of photogenerated carriers. Moreover, according to the UPS and in-situ XPS analyses, the formed S-scheme heterojunction based on n -type CdS ensures the efficient electron-hole separation with improved redox potentials. The resultant photocatalysts achieve an outstanding hydrogen (H 2 ) evolution rate of 4632 μmol·g −1 ·h −1 , which is ∼ 26 times to that of pristine NCO, and outperforms those of most NiO- and Co 3 O 4 -based photocatalysts ever reported. Current work might provide some insights on exploring advanced photocatalyst for efficient and sustainable H 2 production, enabled by the synergistic effect between heterojunctions and solid solutions.
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Journal of Environmental Sciences
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2024
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IF 5.9
Qiang Li,Qi Zhou,Yanling Wu,Yingxue Shi,Yingqi Liu,Hao Deng,Siwei Chen,Zhiheng Li,Erpeng Wang,Huayue Zhu,Qi Wang
Accelerating the separation of carriers in the heterojunction plays vital role in the photoelectrocatalytic (PEC) process, yet it remains a challenging undertaking. Herein, a MOF-on-MOF based dual S-scheme heterojunction (BiVO 4 /NH 2 -MIL-125(Ti)/NH 2 -MIL-53(Fe), denoted as BVO/NM125/NM53) was rationally designed and prepared for PEC removing and detoxification of organic contaminants (phenol, tetracycline hydrochloride, ciprofloxacin and norfloxacin). The S-scheme heterojunction was double confirmed by DFT calculation and XPS analysis. The charge transfer resistance of BVO/NM125/NM53 photoanode decreases to 1/11 of bare BiVO 4 photoanode. Meanwhile, the photocurrent density was 3 times higher, demonstrating a marked improvement in carrier separation efficiency due to dual S-scheme heterojunction. The photoanode achieved 94.3 % removal of phenol within 60 min and maintained stable performance over 10 consecutive cycles, demonstrating good PEC efficiency and structural stability. The BVO/NM125/NM53 photoanode also showed effectiveness in removing antibiotics, with chlorophyll fluorescence imaging confirming a significant reduction in the ecotoxicity of intermediates. For example, wheat seed germination, growth, chlorophyll and Carotenoid production were not affected, which was similar to that of deionized water. Radical trapping experiments and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) analysis identified •O 2 - and •OH as the primary active species. This work demonstrates the effectiveness of developing MOF-on-MOF heterojunctions for visible-light response and enhancing charge separation in PEC.
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CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
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2024
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IF 13.3
Zhiang Hou,Jinzhu Yue,Hao Chen,Jinnan Wang,Aimin Li,Philippe François-Xavier Corvini
Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) interfere with the normal secretion, transport and metabolism of human hormones, thus affecting neurological, reproductive and immune functions. Photocatalysis is regarded as a facile organic degradation technique. The construction of heterojunctions can modulate the reactive oxygen species and enhance the photocatalytic performance of semiconductors. However, poor contact interfaces still severely limit carrier separation and transfer. Herein, we have doped Co to modulate the band structure of Bi 2 O 2 CO 3 while facilitating the in situ growth of BiOI on its surface via shared Bi atoms. This approach led to the development of a 2D/2D Co-Bi 2 O 2 CO 3 /BiOI (Co-BOC/BiOI) S-scheme heterojunction characterized by atomically close contact interfaces. Furthermore, the photo-electrochemical characterization results indicate that the light adsorption capacity, carrier separation and transport efficiency of the optimized Co-BOC/BiOI-3 are greatly improved. This system demonstrates almost 100% removal rate for three typical EDCs within 60 min. The degradation kinetic constants show an improvement by an order of magnitude compared to single BiOI and Bi 2 O 2 CO 3 . More importantly, O 2 •﹣ , which is produced from O 2 reduction on high negative conduction band, can be subsequently oxidized into 1 O 2 by photogenerated hole. Electron paramagnetic resonance and quenching experiments indicate that the organics degradation process is dominated by 1 O 2 . This work offers new insights into the construction of high-quality S-scheme heterojunction interfaces for modulation of reactive oxygen species.
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Nature Communications
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2024
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Wan Sijie,Wang Wang,Cheng Bei,Luo Guoqiang,Shen Qiang,Yu Jiaguo,Zhang Jianjun,Cao Shaowen,Zhang Lianmeng
The rapid recombination of photoinduced charge carriers in semiconductors fundamentally limits their application in photocatalysis. Herein, we report that a superlattice interface and S-scheme heterojunction based on Mn 0.5 Cd 0.5 S nanorods can significantly promote ultrafast charge separation and transfer. Specifically, the axially distributed zinc blende/wurtzite superlattice interfaces in Mn 0.5 Cd 0.5 S nanorods can redistribute photoinduced charge carriers more effectively when boosted by homogeneous internal electric fields and promotes bulk separation. Accordingly, S-scheme heterojunctions between the Mn 0.5 Cd 0.5 S nanorods and MnWO 4 nanoparticles can further accelerate the surface separation of charge carriers via a heterogeneous internal electric field. Subsequent capture of the photoelectrons by adsorbed H 2 O is as fast as several picoseconds which results in a photocatalytic H 2 evolution rate of 54.4 mmol·g −1 ·h −1 without any cocatalyst under simulated solar irradiation. The yields are increased by a factor of ~5 times relative to control samples and an apparent quantum efficiency of 63.1% at 420 nm is measured. This work provides a protocol for designing synergistic interface structure for efficient photocatalysis.
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Cell Reports Physical Science
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2024
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IF 7.9
Lang Pei,Zhenggang Luo,Jiasong Zhong,Xusheng Wang,Peng Zhou,Shicheng Yan,Zhigang Zou
A persistent challenge in operating S-scheme photocatalysts involves maintaining complete neutralization of low-energy electrons and holes between reducing and oxidizing photocatalysts. To address this, we propose a charge replenishment-assisted S-scheme mechanism that combines a compatible host catalyst with a luminescence phosphor semiconductor capable of long-term storage of photogenerated electrons. Stored electrons can replenish the host photocatalyst, depleting the low-oxidizing holes, thus prolonging the charge-separated state. The concept is demonstrated in a core-shell-structured SrGa 2 O 4 :Cu 2+ /g-C 3 N 4 (SGO/CN) photocatalyst, where stored electrons with a lifetime of up to several hours can continuously consume holes in the CN. The well-defined core-shell structure, abundant interfacial Sr-N bonds, and staggered band alignment between SGO and CN are crucial for this S-scheme interfacial charge transfer, which contributes to the enhanced CO 2 -to-CO transformation activity and selectivity. This S-scheme heterojunction, incorporating a charge-storing material as an excess electron reservoir, offers a promising template for designing efficient photocatalytic systems.
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化学工程
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Journal of Materials Chemistry A
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2025
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IF 9.5
Xiaoyan Lu,Xinhui Jiang,Jindou Hu,Junhong Li,Anjie Liu,Zhenjiang Lu,Jing Xie,Yali Cao
The p–n type charge transfer pathway plays an active role in efficient carrier separation and enhancement of photocatalytic activity, but it will also reduce the redox ability of photogenerated carriers. Herein, the anchored amino molecular layer acts as a heterojunction conversion switch to transform Cu2O/T-N from a p–n to an S-scheme heterojunction. Following this transformation, the redox ability of carriers can be dramatically enhanced: the reduction potential of photogenerated electrons increases from −0.49 eV to −1.68 eV, and the oxidation potential of photogenerated holes increases from 0.32 eV to 2.33 eV. Therefore, the optimized Cu2O/T-N S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst exhibits superior photocatalytic performance for hydrogen evolution (up to 41.85 mmol g−1, 64 times higher than that of pure TiO2) and nitrogen fixation (as high as 18 mmol gCu2O−1 h−1). Moreover, the post-conversion carrier transfer pathway also prevents the accumulation of holes on Cu2O, alleviating the photocorrosion caused by hole oxidation. Hence, the catalytic activity remains stable during photocatalytic cycling for up to 50 h. This study provides a straightforward and practical method for enhancing the redox capacity of photocatalysts.
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CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS
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2021
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IF 8.271
Qinqin Liu,Xudong He,Jinjun Peng,Xiaohui Yu,Hua Tang,Jun Zhang
Extended light absorption and dynamic charge separation are vital factors that determine the effectiveness of photocatalysts. In this study, a nonmetallic plasmonic S-scheme photocatalyst was fabricated by loading 1D plasmonic W 18 O 49 nanowires onto 2D g-C 3 N 4 nanosheets . W 18 O 49 nanowires play the dual role of a light absorption antenna—that extends light adsorption—and a hot electron donor—that assists the water reduction reaction in a wider light spectrum range. Moreover, S-scheme charge transfer resulting from the matching bandgaps of W 18 O 49 and g-C 3 N 4 can lead to strong redox capability and high migration speed of the photoinduced charges. Consequently, in this study, W 18 O 49 /g-C 3 N 4 hybrids exhibited higher photocatalytic H 2 generation than that of pristine g-C 3 N 4 under light irradiation of 420–550 nm. Furthermore, the H 2 production rate of the best-performing W 18 O 49 /g-C 3 N 4 hybrid was 41.5 μmol·g −1 ·h −1 upon exposure to monochromatic light at 550 nm, whereas pure g-C 3 N 4 showed negligible activity. This study promotes novel and environmentally friendly hot-electron-assisted S-scheme photocatalysts for the broad-spectrum utilization of solar light.
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APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
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2024
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IF 6.3
Zihan Yang,Jingkai Yang,Lixia Li,Wanning Cao,Jiao Zhang,Hongli Zhao,Liqin Wang
The challenge of creating effective S-scheme visible-light photocatalysts persists due to the inactive visible-light-driven component and the low band-gap characteristics of semiconductors. In this work, we developed a novel F-BiVO 4 /g-C 3 N 4 /CdS dual S-scheme photocatalyst using a sonochemical method. The removal efficiency of Cr(VI) and ciprofloxacin (CIP) can reach 98 % and 90 % in 5 min and 30 min, respectively, under simulated solar illumination. The excellent photocatalytic activity can be attributed to the efficient carrier separation and transport with the help of internal electric field at the interface. This work also reveals the reduction process of Cr(VI), as well as the intermediates and pathways involved in the CIP degradation, taking into account practical situations and expanding its potential applications. This research presents promising prospects for the design of bismuth-based dual S-scheme heterojunctions in the field of environmental remediation.
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ACS Applied Nano Materials
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2022
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IF 6.14
Jingchao Wang,Siyi Li,Kunlong Yang,Tianyong Zhang,Shuang Jiang,Xianggao Li,Bin Li
Coupling heterojunction is an effective and feasible approach to suppressing the electron–hole recombination of a photocatalyst. However, the heterojunction performance is limited by poor interface contact between two semiconductors. Therefore, an in situ partial conversion procedure was proposed to fabricate the flower-spherical BiOI/Bi5O7I (BBOI) heterojunction using bacitracin as a template. The introduction of bacitracin can regulate the assembly of nanosheets into a flower-spherical structure, which caused the BBOI photocatalysts to have larger specific surface areas than BiOI or Bi5O7I. In particular, the dosage of bacitracin can control the thermal conversion of BiOI to Bi5O7I. The in situ partial conversion of BiOI caused the formation of an intimate S-scheme heterojunction interface between BiOI and Bi5O7I, which efficiently inhibited the combination of photogenerated carriers. Upon visible-light irradiation, BBOI-3 exhibited the highest catalytic ability for the simultaneous reduction of Cr(VI) (100%) and oxidative degradation of tetracycline hydrochloride (TH) (80.0%). This work provides an opinion to construct the high-performance heterojunction photocatalysts to environmental remediation.
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