Nanomaterials
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2026
·Vol. 16
·期 16
·984
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Yangfan Du,Guanglong Jing,Keyi Han,Xin Zhang,Liang Hou,Yong Li
The global demand for hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) continues to increase, and photocatalytic H2O2production is regarded as a promising alternative technology due to its mild, safe, and environmentally friendly characteristics. ZnIn2S4has demonstrated promising application potential in photocatalytic H2O2production owing to its unique two-dimensional layered structure and broad spectral response. However, its performance is severely limited by rapid charge recombination and sluggish charge migration. To address this challenge, a ZnIn2S4/C3N4S-scheme heterojunction was successfully constructed via a simple oil-bath method by assembling ZnIn2S4nanoflowers on C3N4nanosheets. Systematic structural characterizations and performance evaluations demonstrate that the construction of the S-scheme heterojunction effectively promotes the spatial separation and surface migration of photogenerated charge carriers, thereby significantly enhancing photocatalytic activity. Under optimal conditions, the ZIS/CN-10 sample (C3N4to ZnIn2S4mass ratio of 10%) achieves the highest photocatalytic H2O2production rate of 825.8 μmol g−1h−1. This work provides new insights and theoretical guidance for the rational design of efficient and stable ZnIn2S4-based photocatalysts.
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Cell Reports Physical Science
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2026
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Lan Wen,Kaijian Zhu,Xinyi Zhang,Hoi Ying Chung,Songying Qu,Hao Wu,Fatwa F. Abdi
The photoelectrochemical (PEC) glycerol oxidation reaction (GOR) provides a sustainable route to convert biomass waste into value-added chemicals, but controlling product selectivity remains a key challenge. In this study, we show that light intensity influences PEC GOR selectivity on BiVO 4 photoanodes. Increasing illumination from 5 to 100 mW/cm 2 shifts the reaction from partial oxidation products—glyceraldehyde (GLAD), glycolaldehyde (GCAD), and dihydroxyacetone (DHA)—toward the deeply oxidized product formic acid (FA). Frequency-resolved measurements, including intensity-modulated photocurrent spectroscopy and PEC impedance spectroscopy, reveal that higher light intensities enhance surface hole accumulation and interfacial charge transfer, enabling multi-electron oxidation pathways. Control experiments further elucidated the reaction mechanism, identifying GLAD as the primary precursor to FA and GCAD as a secondary intermediate that is further oxidized under higher illumination. These findings provide important insights into the selective control of the PEC GOR, offering a potential strategy for optimizing product distribution in solar-driven biomass valorization and chemical synthesis.
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Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering
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2026
·Vol. 14
·期 5
·124533
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Zhenzhen Fan,Jianheng Xin,Jinfeng Zhi,Yunpeng Wang,Wenjun Yan,Yujing Guo,Zhongping Li,Lifang Fan
Addressing water pollution and energy shortage simultaneously remains a key environmental challenge, yet conventional water treatment rarely removes pollutants while recovering energy. Phthalate esters (PAEs), a class of toxic and persistent emerging contaminants, urgently require advanced oxidation technologies. Herein, an efficient photoelectrocatalytic (PEC) system was developed based on S-scheme F-BiOF/TiO 2 nanocones (NCs) photoanode for deep degradation of the representative PAEs, dibutyl phthalate (DBP), with simultaneous hydrogen (H 2 ) evolution. BiOF was first loaded onto TiO₂ NCs to form a compact BiOF/TiO₂ interface, and subsequent electrochemical F activation regulated the interfacial electronic structure and strengthened the internal electric field, thereby promoting S-scheme heterojunction directional charge separation. This design retained the strong oxidation ability of BiOF valence-band holes and the reduction ability of TiO₂ conduction-band electrons. Density functional theory (DFT) and spectroscopic analyses confirmed that F activation significantly strengthened the internal electric field and facilitated directional charge separation, thereby boosting PEC performance. Under simulated sunlight irradiation at 0.8 V, the system achieved 96.5% DBP removal and 967.7 μmol/cm 2 H 2 production within 90 min. Notably, the H 2 yield dropped to 559.3 μmol/cm 2 without DBP, demonstrating that anodic pollutant oxidation can promote cathodic H 2 evolution. Fukui-function revealed that the degradation of DBP initiated with preferential attack on its ester group, while HeLa cell assays confirmed decreasing intermediate toxicity. The system also showed robust performance in real wastewater, highlighting its potential for integrated recalcitrant pollutant removal and clean energy recovery.
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APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
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2026
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Yunxu Yang,Xiaoxi Huang,Yong Shen Chua,Hooi Ling Lee
Fe–SnO 2 @NiO–NF removed 96.85% CIP within 150 min under solar light. • S-scheme heterojunction promotes charge separation and photocatalytic activity. • 3D NiO–NF support enables easy recovery and abundant active sites. • Over 94% degradation activity was retained after four cycles. • DFT and HPLC–MS reveal charge transfer and CIP degradation pathways. Photocatalysis is effective for antibiotic degradation but limited by poor charge separation and difficult recovery of powder catalysts. In this work, a macroscopic p–n heterojunction photocatalyst (Fe–SnO 2 @NiO–NF) was prepared on pre-oxidized nickel foam through in situ growth and microwave-assisted synthesis. XRD confirmed the coexistence of SnO 2 and NiO phases, while HRTEM and XPS analyses verified the successful construction of the Fe–SnO 2 /NiO heterojunction with intimate interfacial contact and interfacial electronic interaction. UV–vis DRS, PL, TRPL, EIS, and photoelectrochemical measurements demonstrated markedly improved light absorption, charge separation and transfer behavior, with a narrowed band gap of 2.92 eV and a prolonged average carrier lifetime of 1.2226 ns. Owing to the enhanced charge separation and the conductive 3D NiO–NF framework, Fe–SnO 2 @NiO–NF exhibited significantly improved photocatalytic activity for ciprofloxacin degradation under solar irradiation, reaching 96.85% removal within 150 min, while the immobilized catalyst could be readily separated from the aqueous solution. ESR and scavenging test identified •O 2 – and h + as the main reactive species, with •O 2 – playing the dominant role, while HPLC–MS revealed the degradation intermediates and pathways. Band structure analysis and DFT calculations demonstrated that the p–n heterojunction follows an S-scheme charge transfer mechanism, promoting efficient charge separation while preserving strong redox capability. The composite retained over 94% of its initial activity after four cycles, showing excellent stability and recyclability. This study provides a practical way to develop efficient and reusable photocatalysts for antibiotic wastewater treatment. Download: Download high-res image (182KB) Download: Download full-size image
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ACS Catalysis
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2026
·Vol. 16
·期 14
·13525-13536
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Wang Yue,Zhang Qi,Han Chunqiu,Jia Wenlong,Liu Huai,Zhang Rui,Peng Lincai,Lv Tianping,Ye Liqun,Zhang Junhua
Photocatalytic activation of C–H bonds in biomassderived molecules represents a promising strategy for biomass
upgrading. However, the efficiency of selective C–H bond activation
and oxidation is severely restricted by the sluggish kinetics of photogenerated carriers and the uncontrollable generation of reactive oxygen species. Herein, we delicately dispersed Yb single atoms on
ZnIn2S4 nanosheets that boost the photocatalytic directional activation of C–H in 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF). The optimized
Yb0.8-ZIS achieves a balance between 2,5-diformylfuran selectivity
(99.8%) and production rate (906.6 μmol g–1 h–1
) under ambient
conditions. Mechanistic studies reveal that Yb single atoms not only
effectively modulate the electronic structure of ZnIn2S4 but also
serve as hole extractors, thereby enhancing the separation of photogenerated carriers and the activation of oxygen. Furthermore, the ligand-to-metal charge transfer between Lewis acidic Yb sites and
HMF effectively reduces the electron density of the α-C–H bond, thus accelerating the activation process. This work offers insight
into the rational design of rare-earth single atoms for modulating both charge dynamics and molecular activation in selective C–H
activation and oxidation.
KEYWORDS: Yb single-atom, C–H activation, electronic structure, photocatalytic oxidation, 5-hydroxymethylfurfural
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APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
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2026
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Meng Li,Jing Zhou,Mengbo Zhu,Zhenghan Niu,Lang Liu
Maple leaf templating engineered non-centrosymmetric BiVO 4 with enhanced polarization. • DFT and ELF revealed lattice distortion induces electron redistribution strengthening internal fields. • ML-BiVO 4 generated 1.26-fold higher pyroelectric potential than BiVO 4 . • Catalyst achieved 100% xanthate removal within 60 min for wastewater treatment. The efficient removal of toxic and refractory xanthate from mineral processing wastewater poses a significant environmental challenge. Pyroelectric catalysis is a promising solution that utilizes temperature fluctuations, yet its efficiency is limited by weak intrinsic polarization. To overcome this limitation, this study presents a novel strategy for engineering BiVO 4 with a highly non-centrosymmetric structure by using a maple leaf as a bio-template to spatially confine the growth of a bismuth-based precursor. Electron Localization Function (ELF) analysis elucidates that the bio-template induces lattice distortion, triggering significant electron redistribution and dipole polarization. DFT theoretical calculations and second harmonic generation (SHG) prove that the enhanced asymmetry of the maple leaf template BiVO 4 (ML-BiVO 4 ) crystal, resulting in a significant improvement in dipole moment and macroscopic polarization capability. COMSOL Multiphysics simulations reveal that the ML-BiVO 4 generates significantly higher pyroelectric potentials than conventional BiVO 4 , validating the computational strengthening of the internal electric field. The xanthate removal rate of the ML-BiVO 4 catalyst exceeded 99% within 60 min, which is 1.45 times that of the traditional BiVO 4 catalyst. This work not only demonstrates the immense potential of ML-BiVO 4 as a high-performance catalyst for the sustainable treatment of mining wastewater but also provides a general bio-templating pathway for designing advanced pyroelectric materials by manipulating crystallographic symmetry. Schematic diagram of pyroelectricity catalytic degradation of xanthate. Download: Download high-res image (96KB) Download: Download full-size image
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2026
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Yan Jiang,Tongtong Zhang,Qiong Wu,Jingwen Zhao,Fengna Xi,Jianmin Wu
Developing highly sensitive electrochemiluminescence (ECL) systems is crucial for the analysis of tumor biomarkers. Herein, mildly oxidized porous silicon (MOPSi) was firstly employed to immobilize cerium oxide (CeO 2 ) nanozymes to amplify the ECL response of the luminol-dissolved oxygen (DO) system in a near-neutral condition for Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP) immunoassay. MOPSi nanoparticles possess a unique Si core/SiOₓ shell structure that enables the stable anchoring and dispersion of CeO 2 via Ce-O-Si bonds. Notably, CeO 2 -MOPSi/ITO exhibits a markedly higher ECL intensity than CeO 2 /ITO and MOPSi/ITO owing to the robust heterostructure formed between CeO 2 and MOPSi. The CeO 2 -MOPSi heterointerface enables a self-cascade catalytic process that comprises efficient oxygen reduction to produce superoxide anion radicals (O 2 •- ) and H 2 O 2 , followed by the in-situ conversion of the generated H 2 O 2 into additional O 2 •- . The abundant O 2 •- reacts with luminol radical anion (L •- ), leading to an enhanced ECL response. Moreover, an AFP immunosensor was fabricated by anchoring antibodies onto MOPSi surface. The proposed sensor shows a broad linear range from 10 fg/mL to 10 ng/mL with a detection limit of 3.3 fg/mL. This work provides a novel strategy for integrating the MOPSi carrier with nanozymes to develop advanced ECL systems for high-performance bioanalysis. Download: Download high-res image (123KB) Download: Download full-size image
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SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
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2026
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Jingyu Zhang,Yicheng Jiang,Yafei Xu,Qingfeng Zhai,Chenyang Luo,Qiang Zhang
The efficient removal of organic pollutants from wastewater with diverse compositions remains a significant challenge due to the inherent limitations of traditional advanced oxidation processes (AOPs). Radical-dominated pathways are often inhibited by water matrix components, whereas nonradical pathways, although more selective and tolerant, exhibit slower reaction rates. Herein, we developed a photo-responsive Fe–B@C catalyst that enables dynamic regulation of reactive oxygen species (ROS) pathways through light irradiation, effectively acting as a switch between nonradical and radical-nonradical synergistic mechanisms. Under dark conditions, the system predominantly generates singlet oxygen ( 1 O 2 ), maintaining high stability against inorganic salts, humic acids, and broad pH variations. Upon illumination, the catalyst switches to a synergistic pathway involving 1 O 2 , hydroxyl radicals (•OH), and sulfate radicals (SO 4 − •), achieving near-complete tetracycline removal and enhanced mineralization. Mechanistic studies reveal that boron facilitates the Fe 3+ /Fe 2+ redox cycle and promotes ROS generation, while light precisely controls the activation mode. This work demonstrates a smart catalyst design strategy, allowing AOPs to adapt to varying wastewater compositions, offering a promising solution for tailored and high-efficiency water treatment.
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JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
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2026
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Xiaobo Feng,Boding Zhang,Tong Wu,Hao Jin,Deju Yuan,Anjia Deng,Dong Liu,Likun Pan,Tianjun Ni
Co Fe dual single-atom sites tailor electronic structure to boost PMS activation. • 97.7% ± 2.6% tetracycline removal in 15 min ( k = 0.22 min −1 ), outperforming single-atom catalysts. • Fixed-bed reactor sustains ∼95% tetracycline removal for 120 h with lower ecotoxicity. Single-atom catalysts (SACs) for peroxymonosulfate (PMS) activation are often constrained by the limited electronic tunability of isolated mono-metal centers, which weakens oxidant adsorption and interfacial charge transfer. Herein, we overcome this limitation by constructing a Co Fe dual single-atom catalyst anchored on a nitrogen-doped carbon aerogel (Co–Fe/NCNA) for visible-light-assisted tetracycline degradation. Spectroscopic and synchrotron analyses confirm that atomically dispersed Co N 3 and Fe N 4 sites coexist within a hierarchically porous three-dimensional carbon framework, ensuring high active-site accessibility and rapid mass transport. The Co–Fe/NCNA system achieves 97.7% ± 2.6% tetracycline (TC) removal within 15 min ( k = 0.22 min −1 ), dramatically outperforming single-metal and metal-free analogues. Density functional theory calculations indicate that the coupled Co Fe sites reconstruct the local electronic structure, elevate the d-band center, strengthen PMS adsorption, and reduce the activation barrier for PMS conversion to 0.30 eV. The TC degradation proceeds through a cooperative radical/nonradical oxidation network, in which h + -mediated oxidation acts as the primary apparent pathway, while 1 O 2 , ·O 2 − , ·OH, SO 4 · − , and possible high-valent metal-oxo-like species contribute synergistically or serve as auxiliary pathways. Notably, a fixed-bed continuous-flow reactor sustains ∼95% tetracycline removal over 120 h, and outstanding activity is retained under natural sunlight. This work establishes electronic structure engineering of dual single-atom sites as a powerful strategy to boost visible-light-driven PMS activation for sustainable water remediation. Under visible-light irradiation, the Co Fe dual single-atom sites regulate the local electronic structure, optimize the d-band center, and promote photogenerated charge separation and interfacial electron transfer, thereby enabling efficient peroxymonosulfate (PMS) activation. Through the synergistic cooperation of electron-mediated PMS reduction, hole-mediated PMS oxidation, and Co/Fe self-cycling, radical and non-radical reactive species are generated to construct an integrated oxidation network, which drives the efficient degradation and mineralization of tetracycline. Download: Download high-res image (401KB) Download: Download full-size image
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JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
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2026
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Lan Li,Hui Chen,Yuheng Chen,Baiyang Chen
Singlet oxygen ( 1 O 2 ) is a key reactive species in environmental, chemical, and biological systems. For decades, furfuryl alcohol (FFA) has been used as a probe for quantifying 1 O 2 based on the assumption that it reacts selectively with 1 O 2 but is inert toward other oxidants. However, we demonstrate that this assumption is fundamentally flawed in the chlorine-hydrogen peroxide (H 2 O 2 ) system-one of the most common contexts for 1 O 2 generation. Results demonstrate that chlorine alone can degrade FFA significantly, implying that previous studies may have systematically overestimated 1 O 2 yields. Specifically, raising pH facilitated the decay of chlorine but hindered FFA degradation, suggesting that 1 O 2 formation is unfavorable under alkaline conditions. Increasing the dosage of chlorine enhanced FFA degradation, but decreased the relative contribution of 1 O 2 to FFA degradation. More strangely, increasing the FFA dosage unexpectedly reduced the kinetics of FFA degradation, implying that the concentration of 1 O 2 was not constant under fixed chlorine-H 2 O 2 condition. Maintaining low dissolved oxygen enhanced FFA decay, suggesting that superoxide is not an intermediate for 1 O 2 formation. Furthermore, pyranone was not formed during FFA degradation processes, invalidating it as a characteristic product. These evidences together challenge the accountability regarding FFA selectivity, pyranone formation, and 1 O 2 formation mechanisms before using FFA for 1 O 2 quantification in chlorine-involved systems.
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Surfaces and Interfaces
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2026
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Qiubai Jiang,Tianle Tan,Hui Deng,Jiang Wan,Long Wang,Min Li,Yang Wang,Guangxu Liu
Solar-driven interfacial evaporation (SDIE) is a low-energy and environmentally friendly technology for clean-water production. However, when applied to complex waters, volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can readily enter the condensate. In this study, a sequential strategy involving carbonization followed by composite fabrication was used to construct a CuO@Fe 2 O 3 @CC-SA (CFCC-SA) bimetallic oxide aerogel evaporator with both mechanical stability and flexibility for efficient water evaporation and VOC degradation. Synergistic interactions between Fe and Cu enhanced both the photothermal conversion efficiency and Fenton-like catalytic activity of the material. Meanwhile, the porous aerogel network provided excellent hydrophilicity and rapid water transport, thereby promoting efficient evaporation. Under 1.0 kW m –2 irradiation, the CFCC-SA evaporator exhibited an evaporation rate of 2.06 kg·m –2 ·h –1 , corresponding to an approximately 20% increase relative to the monometallic CuO@CC-SA evaporator. For phenol, CFCC-SA achieved removal efficiencies of 98.4% in the condensate and 63.8% in the raffinate. Furthermore, CFCC-SA maintained high phenol removal performance over a broad pH range and under highly saline conditions (20 wt% NaCl). Overall, by integrating efficient water transport with synergistic bimetallic catalysis, the CFCC-SA evaporator offers a promising strategy for designing SDIE systems that simultaneously enable high-rate water evaporation and VOC removal. Download: Download high-res image (272KB) Download: Download full-size image
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OPTICAL MATERIALS
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2026
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Cong Zhang,Huidong Xiong,Zhonghao Zhao,Xiaoyu Sun,Jingliang Cheng,Chaxiu Guo,Huadong Liu
In response to the need for efficient elimination of methylene blue (MB) from dye-containing wastewater, a Mo, N-co-doped carbon quantum dot-modified BiVO 4 (5% Mo, N-CQDs/BiVO 4 ) composite photocatalyst was developed. Pristine BiVO 4 suffers from rapid charge carrier recombination and limited visible-light utilization. Introduction of Mo, N-CQDs establishes a synergistic enhancement mechanism: (1) Mo, N-CQDs act as electron mediators, improving interfacial charge separation and migration, as evidenced by reduced charge transfer resistance. Mo doping introduces impurity energy levels that trap electrons and retard recombination, while nitrogen doping enhances electron tunneling and reduces interfacial resistance. (2) UV-Vis DRS confirms bandgap narrowing and enhanced visible-light absorption. (3) Photoelectrochemical analysis reveals significantly enhanced photocurrent response and reduced charge transfer resistance, confirming improved charge separation efficiency. Under visible light, the composite achieved a degradation rate constant of 0.04089 min −1 toward MB, a 3.31-fold enhancement over pure BiVO 4 , with >95% removal within 80 min. Radical trapping identified superoxide radicals (·O 2 − ) and holes (h + ) as the predominant active species, with h + contributing ∼62% of the activity. The catalyst retained 88.65% of its initial efficiency after four cycles, demonstrating good stability. This study provides a viable charge-regulation strategy using multi-element co-doped carbon quantum dots for semiconductor modification, highlighting its potential in dye wastewater treatment.
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