Issue 6, 2020

The use of mixed-metal single source precursors for the synthesis of complex metal oxides

Abstract

Complex metal oxides, defined as metal oxide materials with multiple metals, phases or including dopants, are used in a huge variety of modern applications ranging from photocatalysis, transparent conductive materials, supercapacitors and battery components. In this feature article, the use of mixed-metal single source precursors to synthesise complex metal oxides is explored. The structures and decomposition/reaction pathways of various precursors including mixed-metal alkoxides, complexes with chelating ligands, clusters, polyoxometallates, and metal–organic frameworks are discussed. The advantages and opportunities of using a single source precursor strategy are investigated and highlighted.

Graphical abstract: The use of mixed-metal single source precursors for the synthesis of complex metal oxides

Article information

Article type
Feature Article
Submitted
12 Aug 2019
Accepted
12 Dec 2019
First published
17 Dec 2019

Chem. Commun., 2020,56, 854-871

The use of mixed-metal single source precursors for the synthesis of complex metal oxides

H. Lu, D. S. Wright and S. D. Pike, Chem. Commun., 2020, 56, 854 DOI: 10.1039/C9CC06258K

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