Reaction Chemistry & Engineering
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2024
·Vol. 9
·期 6
·1521-1531
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IF 3.4
Yuxing Sun,Zilong Zhang,Juan Yang,Xiang Wang,Huanjun Peng,Jingdong Peng
Generally, a Bi-doped TiO2 nanocomposite was synthesized by a microwave-assisted hydrothermal method to introduce Bi4Ti3O12 and an oxygen vacancy onto the pristine TiO2. The optimized composite 6Bi–TiO2 exhibits a good photocatalytic ability for degradation of rhodamine B (RhB), and the calculated reaction rate constant is about 13.7 times higher than that of pristine TiO2. After 60 minutes of light irradiation, the 6Bi–TiO2 sample achieved a degradation rate of 95% and that of the pristine TiO2 was 21%. Furthermore, the catalyst retains a good photocatalytic ability after recycling five times. The enhanced photocatalytic ability can be credited to the improved charge separation efficiency, caused by the altered band structure after the anchoring of Bi4Ti3O12, and the oxygen vacancy also plays a crucial role in the degradation process. This study offers insights into the application of a microwave-assisted hydrothermal method in the effective synthesis of Bi4Ti3O12 on TiO2 by a Bi-doping strategy.
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JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS
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2026
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IF 5.9
Yong-Hu Ma,Zi-Yi Gao,Ying-Hong La,Fu Ma,Hong-Jian Zhao
First SnS 2 /Bi(C 2 O 4 )OH heterojunction via one-step hydrothermal method. • Sn–S–Bi bonds induce IEF for S-scheme charge transfer. • Oxygen vacancies and S-scheme synergy enhance redox ability and resist photocorrosion. • 94.3% TCH (15 mg/L) degraded in 30 min, 231-fold vs. SnS 2 . • 97.9% RhB (30 mg/L) degraded in 60 min, 17.2-fold vs. SnS 2 . This study reports the first construction of an S-scheme SnS 2 /Bi(C 2 O 4 )OH heterojunction via a one-step hydrothermal route. Combined X-ray diffraction (XRD) and Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) analyses confirm strong interfacial coupling rather than physical mixing, while scanning electron microscopy (SEM) reveals a distinctive “snow-on-petals” morphology, with SnS 2 nanoparticles uniformly dispersed on Bi(C 2 O 4 )OH nanosheets. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) further confirms the presence of Sn–S–Bi interfacial bonds, accompanied by localized electron redistribution, laying the chemical foundation for S-scheme charge transfer. Electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) analysis reveals a notable increase in oxygen vacancy content. This enrichment of oxygen vacancies, together with the chemical bonding at the S-scheme heterojunction interface, synergistically suppresses SnS 2 photocorrosion. Ultraviolet–visible diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (UV–Vis DRS) shows substantially improved visible-light harvesting, and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and photocurrent measurements corroborate superior charge separation and transport efficiency. Interestingly, although the specific surface area of the composite (35.44 m 2 /g) is lower than that of pristine SnS 2 (103.24 m 2 /g), the composite exhibits markedly higher photocatalytic activity, indicating that the enhancement arises from interfacial charge transfer and electronic modulation rather than from surface area alone. Consequently, the 30%SnS 2 /Bi(C 2 O 4 )OH composite achieves 93.4% removal of tetracycline hydrochloride (15 mg L −1 ) within 30 min and 97.9% removal of rhodamine B (30 mg L −1 ) within 60 min, with apparent rate constants of 231 and 17.2 times those of pure SnS 2 . Radical scavenging tests identify ·O 2 − and h + as the dominant reactive species, while total organic carbon (TOC) analysis indicates a mineralization rate of 77.1% for TCH, confirming deep oxidation beyond mere decolorization. Coupled with liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LC–MS) elucidation of the degradation pathway, this work offers a new paradigm for the rational design of high-performance S-scheme heterojunctions through interfacial chemical bonding and defect engineering. Graphical : Photocatalytic Degradation Mechanism. Download: Download high-res image (243KB) Download: Download full-size image
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APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
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2026
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IF 6.6
Meiting Li,Meili Cui,Chi Zhang,Zhiwei Zhao,Mengjiao Tang,Xuejiao Wang
ZnIn 2 S 4 /WS 2 hybrid exhibits selective RhB photooxidation and electrocatalytic HER. • pH = 2 ZnIn 2 S 4 could thoroughly photobleached RhB via complete mineralization. • S-scheme ZnIn 2 S 4 /WS 2 yielded Rh-110 intermediates via N-de-ethylation. • Strong interfacial interaction of heterojunction reduced ΔG H* and ΔG H2O* . RhB molecules could be selectively photodegraded over bare ZnIn 2 S 4 (advanced oxidation) and ZnIn 2 S 4 /WS 2 heterojunctions (Rh-110 intermediates via N-de-ethylation). Adequate band structure, interface electric field and S-scheme charge transfer pathway generated more • O 2 – radicals with strong reducibility. Thus, the best R = 1:1 ZnIn 2 S 4 /WS 2 one showed ∼ 93.4% of removal efficiency toward RhB within ∼ 20 min of visible light irradiation, and RhB completely transformed into Rh-110 after 5 min of irradiation. Strong interfacial interaction between ZnIn 2 S 4 and WS 2 allowed R = 1:1 ZnIn 2 S 4 /WS 2 electrode with the smallest Tafel slope of ∼ 78.06 mV dec -1 and charge transfer resistance in alkaline KOH electrolyte, which thus enhanced hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) activity and cycling durability of ZnIn 2 S 4 . The first-principle calculations demonstrated that the ZnIn 2 S 4 /WS 2 heterojunction exerts a desirable H* adsorption–desorption kinetic. ZnIn 2 S 4 /WS 2 heterojunction possesses superior dual functionality of selective photooxidation toward RhB and electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution, which is responsible for the S-scheme charge transfer and strong interfacial interaction. The first-principle calculations demonstrated its desirable H* adsorption–desorption kinetic. Download: Download high-res image (150KB) Download: Download full-size image
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Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
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2026
·Vol. 14
·期 3
·122571
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IF 7.5
Fei Meng,Muhammad Haris Khan,Shafqat Ali,Zareen Zuhra,Dugang Chen,Zhaowei Zhang
The environmental persistence and potential toxicity of microplastics have raised serious concerns regarding their impacts on aquatic ecosystems and human health. Herein, a Z-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst, MIL-53-NH 2 (Fe)/Bi 2 WO 6 , was rationally constructed to promote directional charge separation and enhance redox reactivity under light irradiation. Interfacial coupling between MIL-53-NH 2 (Fe)/Bi 2 WO 6 facilitates an efficient Z-scheme charge-transfer pathway, preserving the strong oxidation ability of photogenerated holes on Bi 2 WO 6 and the high reduction potential of electrons on MIL-53-NH 2 (Fe). When coupled with peroxymonosulfate (PMS), the heterojunction effectively activates PMS via electron-mediated pathways, leading to the generation of reactive oxygen species (ROS), primarily sulphate radicals (SO 4 •⁻ ), accompanied by the generation of hydroxyl radicals ( • OH) and superoxide radicals( • O 2 ⁻ ). As a result, polystyrene (PS) microplastics undergo accelerated oxidative chain scission, surface oxidation, and mass loss, achieving a weight reduction of 45.36% in the presence of 5 mM PMS. Radical quenching experiments and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy collectively confirm the dominant role of PMS-derived ROS and validate the proposed Z-scheme-driven degradation mechanism. This study elucidates the synergistic interplay between heterojunction charge dynamics and PMS activation, offering mechanistic insights into the design of efficient photocatalytic systems for microplastic degradation in aquatic environments.
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JOURNAL OF PHOTOCHEMISTRY AND PHOTOBIOLOGY A-CHEMISTRY
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2026
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Danyang Liu,Miaomiao Jing,Qiang Zhao,Junli Wang,Zhifang Jia,Zuopeng Li,Kewei Wang,Yong Guo,Yuanzhen Ke
A novel S-scheme heterojunction N,S-NiFe-LDH/N-Bi₂MoO₆ was successfully constructed. • 5 wt% N,S-NiFe-LDH/N-Bi₂MoO₆ showed the highest activity, degrading 86.3% of TC in 100 min under visible light. • Element doping and interface engineering synergistically enhanced visible-light absorption and charge separation. • ·OH and ·O₂ − were the dominant active species responsible for TC degradation. A step-scheme (S-scheme) heterojunction photocatalyst was constructed via a hydrothermal method, consisting of N,S co-doped NiFe layered double hydroxide (N,S-NiFe-LDH) and nitrogen-doped bismuth molybdate (N-Bi₂MoO₆). The morphology, crystal structure, optical properties, elemental valence states, and charge separation/transport performance of the composite catalyst were systematically investigated using various characterization techniques, including SEM, TEM, HRTEM, XRD, UV–Vis DRS, XPS, and EIS. Its photocatalytic activity was evaluated through tetracycline (TC) degradation experiments under visible light irradiation, and the catalytic mechanism was elucidated by EPR radical detection. The results showed that the incorporation of N,S-NiFe-LDH enhanced the photocatalytic performance of the composite catalyst. Among the tested samples, the 5 wt% N,S-NiFe-LDH/N-Bi₂MoO₆ composite exhibited the highest degradation efficiency, achieving 86.3% TC removal within 100 min. The synergistic interaction between N,S-NiFe-LDH and N-Bi₂MoO₆ promoted the separation efficiency of electrons and holes, thereby significantly enhancing the photocatalytic activity.
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ELECTROCHIMICA ACTA
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2026
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Jiahao Fan,Mingdao Zhang,Li Song,Yachao Jin
BiI 3 drop-casting method is applied to prepare B-LATP electrolyte. • The addition of BiI 3 reduces interfacial resistance. • The addition of BiI 3 enhances the lithiophilicity of the material. • B-LATP achieves a critical current density of 3.7 mA cm −2 . NASICON-type Li 1.3 Al 0.3 Ti 1.7 (PO 4 ) 3 (LATP) solid-state electrolyte (SSE) is considered a promising candidate for solid-state lithium metal batteries (SLMB) due to its high room-temperature, Li-ion conductivity and superior air stability. However, its practical application is hindered by electro-chemo-mechanical degradation at the Li|LATP interface, including lithium dendrite penetration and poor physical contact. Rational interfacial design from a chemical compatibility synergistic perspective is therefore imperative. Herein, we report the in-situ construction of a multifunctional LiI@Li-Bi composite interlayer at the Li|LATP interface via a conversion reaction between a BiI 3 thin film and lithium metal. This tailored interlayer consists of electronically insulating LiI and a lithiophilic Li–Bi alloy. It effectively improves interfacial contact, reduces interfacial resistance, suppresses side reactions, and homogenizes Li-ion flux, thereby inhibiting dendrite growth. The Li|B-LATP|Li symmetric cell achieves a critical current density of 3.7 mA cm −2 and maintains stable cycling for over 600 h at 0.1 mA cm −2 . Furthermore, the LiFePO 4 |B-LATP|Li solid-state full cell exhibits stable cycling performance at 0.1 C and room temperature. These results highlight the critical role of rational Li|LATP interface design and provide a facile strategy for optimizing interfacial compatibility and addressing interfacial challenges in SLMBs. This simple method utilizes a conversion reaction between a BiI 3 thin film and Li metal to in-situ form a LiI@Li-Bi composite interlayer on LATP. The resulting interlayer improves interfacial contact, enhancing cycling stability of both symmetric and full cells. Download: Download high-res image (219KB) Download: Download full-size image
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Journal of Water Process Engineering
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2025
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Ning Liu,Pengxiao Liu,Zhen Du,Zhenxing Zeng,Yongqiu Zheng,Chenyang Xue,Jing Lu
Advancing novel photocatalytic systems for efficient antibiotic removal is a key strategy for sustainable water purification. However, it remains technically challenging to balance high charge separation efficiency with broad-spectrum light absorption. Herein, the g-C 3 N 4 /Bi/BiPO 4 composite photocatalyst featuring a Z -scheme heterojunction mediated by Bi nanoparticles was synthesized and systematically evaluated. This unique structure integrates surface plasmon resonance (SPR) to simultaneously enhance charge separation and visible light absorption, addressing limitations of traditional g-C 3 N 4 -based systems. Photoelectrochemical characterization confirmed its superior charge separation and rapid electron transfer. Energy band analyses via UV–Vis DRS, XPS valence, and Mott-Schottky tests revealed that the Z -Scheme heterojunction, formed through an internal electric field and mediated by Bi, effectively enhanced the processes of charge separation and light absorption synchronously. Under simulated solar light irradiation, the composite exhibited a 97.5 % tetracycline degradation rate within 90 min, with a reaction rate constant of 4.00 × 10 −2 min −1 , significantly outperforming individual g-C 3 N 4 and BiPO 4 catalysts. Reactive species trapping experiments identified ·OH, ·O 2 − , 1 O 2 and h + as the dominant reactive species in tetracycline degradation. Overall, this study provides a solid theoretical foundation and experimental support for the practical application of photocatalytic technology in wastewater treatment.
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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
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2025
·Vol. 36
·期 30
·1-21
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IF 2.8
Yang Minjie,Zou Congyang,Ji Yufeng,Liu Ruijie,Xu Ying
A novel MIL-101(Fe)/Bi₂S₃ Z-scheme heterojunction with a metal–organic framework (MOF) structure was synthesized via a solvothermal method. Compared with pristine MIL-101(Fe) and pristine Bi₂S₃, this composite exhibits a significant breakthrough in degradation performance toward rhodamine B (RhB) and tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH). Specifically, it achieves a degradation efficiency of 95.7% for 20 mg/L TCH within 120 min and 98.6% for 40 mg/L RhB within 90 min.Characterizations including X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), ultraviolet–visible diffuse reflectance spectroscopy (UV–Vis DRS), and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) confirm that the MOF structure of MIL-101(Fe) provides a stable support matrix for Bi₂S₃. Moreover, the construction of the Z-scheme heterojunction can effectively suppress the recombination of photogenerated electron–hole pairs while retaining the strongly oxidizing hydroxyl radicals (・OH) and strongly reducing superoxide radicals (・O₂⁻). More importantly, after five recycling cycles, the degradation efficiencies of the composite for TCH and RhB remain at 86.8% and 88.6%, respectively, with no obvious damage to its crystal structure after cycling. This demonstrates superior structural stability and reusability compared to most reported MOF-based photo-Fenton catalysts.
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POLYHEDRON
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2026
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Lan Zhou,Qindan Zheng,Luyu Tian,Yadian Xie,Dengpan Nie
Bismuth oxide (Bi 2 O 3 ) is widely used in photocatalytic oxidation degradation of organic pollutants due to its simple composition, green environmental protection and stable structure. However, the limited specific surface area (SSA) and the slow charge kinetics significantly limit its photocatalytic ability. Here, Bi 2 O 3 /MWCNTs heterojunctions were synthesized using hydroxylated multi-walled carbon nanotubes (MWCNTs-OH) as the substrate, explore the crystal growth mechanism and apply it to photocatalytic oxidation reactions. The one-dimensional (1D) structure and excellent electrical conductivity of MWCNTs-OH provide a special transport path for the spatial separation of photogenerated electrons and holes. The stable chemical properties and unique hollow cavity structure of MWCNTs-OH significantly increase the specific surface area of Bi 2 O 3 /CNTs. The optimized Bi 2 O 3 /CNT-3 demonstrated outstanding performance in the photocatalytic oxidation degradation of organic substances such as lignin and RhB. The photocatalytic activity of lignin degradation under visible light has increased by 5.8 times, and the performance of RhB removal has increased by 6.7 times.
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Nanomaterials
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2023
·Vol. 13
·期 2
·257
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IF 5.3
Junze Zhang,Hanwen Xu,Zhuanghao Zheng,Cong Wang,Xinru Li,Fu Li,Ping Fan,Yue-Xing Chen
For thermoelectric thin film, the substrate plays an important role during the growing process and produces effects on its thermoelectric properties. Some special kinds of substrates provide an optimal combination of influences on both the structure and thermoelectric properties. In this work, Bi-Sb-Te films are deposited on Si substrates with different initial orientations by magnetron sputtering in two ways: with and without a pre-coating process. The preferred orientations of the Bi-Sb-Te films are greatly affected by the substrates, in which the thin film tends to deposit on Si substrate with (100) initial orientation and high (015)-texture, while the (00l)-textured Bi-Sb-Te film easily deposits on Si substrate with (110) initial orientation. The experimental and theoretical calculation results indicate that Bi-Sb-Te film with (00l)-texture presents good electrical conductivity and a higher power factor than that of film with (015)-texture.
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Journal of Materials Chemistry A
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2026
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Ying-Chu Chen,Ting-Ya Wu,Chih-Hung Tsai,Yu-Kuei Hsu
The integration of photovoltaics with electrochemical energy storage (EES) into monolithic photo–rechargeable systems represents a promising approach for sustainable, off–grid power sources, particularly in the context of the Internet of Things (IoT). Herein, we report a high–performance photo–capacitor (PC) constructed by coupling two series–connected dye–sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) with an asymmetric Bi//NiCo2S4 supercapacitor in a three–electrode configuration. Nickel cobalt sulfide (NiCo2S4) serves as a dual–function common electrode, providing both excellent electrocatalytic activity toward the I3-/I- redox reaction and high supercapacitive performance, while bismuth (Bi) is employed as a storage electrode, offering favorable energy alignment and wide operational potential. The optimized PC achieves a photovoltage exceeding 1.2 V under one–sun illumination and 0.9 V under 1000 lux LED illumination, with an areal capacitance of 170.4 mF cm-2 and an overall energy–storage efficiency of 7.05% under low–intensity solar irradiation (30 mW cm-2). The device demonstrates excellent rate capability, long–term cycling stability, and superior performance under dim–light conditions, confirming its potential as a standalone power supply for both indoor and outdoor IoT applications. This work highlights a strategic combination of band alignment, electrode design, and three–terminal architecture to realize efficient, standalone solar energy storage.
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APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL
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2026
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Xuefei Li,Cheng Cheng,Lixia Yang,Zhenglin Chen,Shuqu Zhang,Jianping Zou
Bi 3+ doping enhances the singlet oxygen ( 1 O 2 ) lifetime. • Oxygen vacancy-rich Bi-Co 3 O 4 catalyst. • Under irradiation, Bi-Co 3 O 4 can efficiently degrade toluene and sterilize bacteria. • Bi-Co 3 O 4 exhibits efficient antibacterial activity, providing new insights for practical indoor air purification Developing efficient materials with excellent adsorption properties and photoactivity is pivotal for photocatalytic abatement of VOCs and bacteria in the air. Herein, Bi 3+ -doped Co 3 O 4 (Bi-Co 3 O 4 ) photocatalysts were successfully synthesized via a one-step hydrothermal-calcination method. Incorporation of Bi 3+ ions induces lattice distortion in Co 3 O 4 , generating oxygen vacancies (OVs), which subsequently modulates the electronic structure of Co 3 O 4 and produces singlet oxygen species ( 1 O 2 ) with a lifetime of 30 min. The Bi-Co 3 O 4 , with a geometric area of 24 cm 2 , achieves complete degradation (100%) of 50 ppm toluene within 30 min and a high mineralization rate of 93.4%. It retains outstanding photocatalytic activity even after multiple usage cycles. Notably, high-reactivity oxygen species at the Bi-Co 3 O 4 interface can effectively eliminate Escherichia coli ( E. coli ) and Staphylococcus aureus ( S. aureus ). This work offers theoretical insights for the design of stable and efficient photocatalysts aimed at improving indoor air quality. Download: Download high-res image (212KB) Download: Download full-size image
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