Themed collection Journal of Materials Chemistry A HOT Papers
Emerging electrochemical humidity sensors for zero power consumption and self-powered humidity detection: a perspective
This perspective summarizes recent advances in electrochemical humidity sensors and mainly focuses on three aspects: working principles; humidity sensing and power generation performances; self-powered humidity detection system.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 14975-14985
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TA06283J
Hydrogen generation from atmospheric water
Green hydrogen, produced by water splitting with renewables, faces water scarcity issues. Atmospheric moisture, a stable source, offers an alternative. This article reviews technologies and challenges of using atmospheric water for H2 production.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 12381-12396
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA00848K
Latest advances in in situ and operando X-ray-based techniques for the characterisation of photoelectrocatalytic systems
The present review gives an overview of the different state-of-the-art X-ray techniques employed for the characterisation of photoelectrocatalytic systems, focusing on the possibilities of the studied techniques, cell designs and relevant results.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 23125-23146
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03068K
When Electrocatalytic Nitrate Reduction Meets Copper-based Atomic Site Catalysts
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04389H
Recent advances and perspectives of 1D/2D carbon materials for high-performance flexible zinc ion batteries
This review provides a summary of recent advancements in 1D/2D carbon materials (carbon nanotubes, graphene, MXenes, and carbon fibers) for FZIBs. It mainly introduces the functions of 1D/2D carbon materials in enhancing the performance of FZIBs.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 21531-21552
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03650F
Electrochemical CO2 reduction on Pd-based electrodes: from mechanism understanding to rational catalyst design
This review summarizes the progressive understanding of the mechanism of the Pd-catalyzed CO2 reduction reaction, together with recent advances in the rational design of Pd-based electrocatalysts.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 21515-21530
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA02379J
Hybrid passive cooling: towards the next breakthrough of radiative sky cooling technology
A critical review of the regulatory mechanisms, structural design, cooling performance, and applications of hybrid cooling to advance its commercial use in passive cooling.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 21490-21514
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03122A
Regulation of intermediate microenvironment for efficient C–C coupling in electrochemical CO2 reduction
This review summarizes the recent progress in the regulation of local reaction intermediates and protons near active sites and discusses how their microenvironment affects the C–C coupling efficiency in the electrocatalytic CO2RR.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 20507-20526
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA02224F
CO2-tolerant perovskite cathodes for enhanced solid oxide fuel cells: advancements, challenges, and strategic perspectives
This review analyzes advancements in CO2-resistant perovskite cathodes for solid oxide fuel cells, detailing CO2-poisoning mechanisms, evaluation methods, enhancement strategies, and characterization techniques for future cathode development.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 19606-19626
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA02455A
Functional high-entropy alloys: promising catalysts for high-performance water splitting
State-of-the-art HEAs with outstanding water splitting performance is rationally designed, which provides a blueprint for the design of a next-generation platform for hydrogen regeneration.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 18705-18732
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA02271H
Recent advances in scanning electrochemical microscopy for probing the sites in electrocatalysts
In this review, we summarized the application methods of SECM in electrochemical reactions and also discussed the challenges and prospects of SECM in characterizing the activity of electrocatalysts.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 18733-18750
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA01292E
Review of carbon-support-free platinum and non-platinum catalysts for polymer electrolyte fuel cells: will they feature in future vehicles?
Carbon-support-free platinum and non-platinum catalysts are reviewed to clarify the source of recent controversial results and to propose experimental conditions for their use in future fuel cell vehicles.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 18636-18673
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA02664K
Prospects of polymer coatings for all solid-state and emerging Li-ion batteries
We summarize the influence of polymer coatings on cathode particles for electrochemical energy storage applications. We report on the effect of different polymer types, their properties, and their influence on thermo-electro-chemical behavior.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 14186-14205
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA01061B
Carbon-based double-metal-site catalysts: advances in synthesis and energy applications
Dual-metal site catalysts embedded in a carbon matrix (referred to as DMSCs) are gaining significant interest in sustainable energy research.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 11749-11770
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA00727A
Structure–property–performance relationship of vanadium- and manganese-based metal–organic frameworks and their derivatives for energy storage and conversion applications
The current review discusses on vanadium- and manganese-based metal–organic frameworks and their derivatives for energy storage and conversion applications along with the potential future advancements in these fields.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 11149-11175
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA00736K
Advances in the direct electro-conversion of captured CO2 into valuable products
A comprehensive review of direct captured CO2 electro-conversion technology, a promising Carbon Capture and Utilization (CCU) technology that can achieve both techno-economic and environmental viability.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 10597-10613
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA01178C
A review of noble metal-free high entropy alloys for water splitting applications
Nano-sized high entropy alloy (HEA) catalysts have attracted much attention as extraordinary electrocatalysts in water-splitting applications, i.e., the hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) and oxygen evolution reaction (OER).
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 9933-9961
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA00690A
Doping engineering of phosphorus-based polyanion-type cathodes for sodium storage: a review
This review addresses four key factors and underlying mechanisms of doping engineering from crystal-field, molecular orbital, and ligand-field theory.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 9268-9295
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA00652F
Metal/covalent–organic framework based thin film nanocomposite membranes for advanced separations
Metal/covalent organic frameworks (MOFs/COFs), with orderly aligned pores and adjustable pore characteristics, offer advantages over traditional fillers in constructing thin film nanocomposite (TFN) membranes for task-specific separations.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 7975-8013
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA00578C
Exploring the mechanisms of magnetic fields in supercapacitors: material classification, material nanostructures, and electrochemical properties
The review illustrates that the magnetic field effect can promote the generation of different nanostructures in material synthesis, achieve the transition from 1D to 2D and 3D structures in material assembly and improve the energy density of supercapacitor by the direct and indirect roles.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 6165-6189
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TA07658J
Recent advances on metal–organic frameworks for deep purification of olefins
The efficient removal of trace impurities is significant for the production of high-purity olefins. This review summarizes the latest advancements in the deep purification of ethylene and propylene using MOF materials.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 5563-5580
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA00330F
Piezoelectric MoS2 with expanded interlayers: a flexible anode for a “zero” interfacial quasi-solid-state ammonium-ion asymmetric supercapacitor
The unique piezoelectric effect of Exp-MoS2 significantly promotes NH4+ transfer and leads to a faster diffusion rate, making Exp-MoS2/CC act as an outstanding anode of an integrated ammonium-ion asymmetric supercapacitor.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24084-24090
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04691A
Regulating the d-band center of Pt for highly effective H2 storage through toluene hydrogenation at low temperatures
The d-band center of Pt nanoparticles has been demonstrated as an effective parameter for modulating their catalytic activity for toluene hydrogenation, thereby promoting the H2 strong in liquid organic molecules.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 23392-23397
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04152F
Interfacial charge transfer driven by surface termination-controlled Ti2C MXene for enhanced hydrogen storage in magnesium
The Mg@DL-Ti2CClx composite, synthesized using MXene with partially removed terminal groups, shows enhanced hydrogen storage properties by forming a direct Ti–Mg interface which promotes charge transfer and weakens the Mg–H bond.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04563G
Electrochemical dealloying of a high-chromium alloy at oxygen evolution potential
We first investigate the electrochemical dealloying effect and mechanism of a high-chromium alloy in alkaline NaNO3 solution at oxygen evolution potential.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 22487-22493
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04441J
Electrochemical CO2-to-CO via enriched oxygen vacancies at gold/ceria interfaces
We report a strategy of catalyst design to modulate oxygen vacancies through the control of Au/ceria interface structures, promoting Au activity for carbon monoxide production in carbon dioxide electroreduction.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 21716-21722
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03768E
Chemical pre-lithiation of LiMn2O4 balances the low first cycle efficiency of silicon anodes
Prelithiation of LiMn2O4 balances the low first cycle efficiency of silicon anodes for improvements in energy density and prospective cell chemistry enabled by naturally abundant elements.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 14354-14359
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA02544J
Tailoring bismuth defects in Bi2WO6 nanosheets for photocatalytic C–H activation
Tailoring the bismuth defects in ultrathin Bi2WO6 nanosheets can efficiently activate the C–H bond in toluene to produce benzaldehyde under light irradiation.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 11841-11847
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA01573H
Novel heat storage ionomer binder for thermal management of Li-ion batteries
A novel heat storage ionomer binder with highly efficient heat-storage ability is proposed to function as an internal temperature conditioner, which allows the battery to function steadily over a wider temperature range.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 7508-7514
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TA07490K
Adsorptive molecular sieving of aromatic hydrocarbons over cyclic aliphatic hydrocarbons via an intrinsic/extrinsic approach
An efficient adsorptive molecular sieving strategy to separate aromatic and cyclic aliphatic hydrocarbons via an intrinsic/extrinsic approach.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 6875-6879
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TA06602A
Three-dimensional porous NiCoP foam enabled high-performance overall seawater splitting at high current density
Three-dimensional porous NiCoP foam supported on Ni foam is a superb bifunctional electrocatalyst for overall seawater splitting, attaining a large current density of 1000 mA cm−2 at a low cell voltage of 1.97 V with robust stability over 300 hours.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 2680-2684
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3TA07898A
Fluorine-rich deep eutectic electrolytes enabling robust interphases and nonflammability of high-voltage lithium metal batteries
A nonflammable fluorine-rich deep eutectic electrolyte (DEE) promotes LiF-rich and Li3N-rich robust interphases on both lithium metal anode and high-voltage cathode sides, endowing 4.5 V Li-metal batteries with exceptional cycling stability.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04316B
Insights into the conversion mechanism of the restriction strategy and self-activation enabled high-performance manganese fluoride anodes
A growth-limited and self-polymerizing carbon layer-coated fluoride electrode creates refined nanodomains during cycling that cooperate with amorphous phases to promote Li+ conduction, providing excellent cycling life and specific capacity.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04041D
Graphene oxide coated functional separators as efficient metal chloride blocking layers for chloride ion batteries
A graphene oxide interlayer between the cathode and the separator could address the shuttle issue of metal chloride cathodes. The electrochemical performance of metal chloride cathodes was significantly enhanced.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24203-24213
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04315D
Heterostructured electrodes for Cr-tolerant solid oxide fuel cells
A heterostructured electrode coated with a Cr-tolerant Sr-free material, that exhibits a low oxygen vacancy concentration and contains reducible sites, showed excellent performance and stability in a Cr atmosphere.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24103-24113
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04215H
Advanced ultra heat-resistant explosives with multiple heterocyclic skeletons of hydrogen bond network
H4 (Td = 365 °C, D = 8844 m s−1) synthesized in this work possesses both super heat resistance and high explosive properties, strongly supporting it as a candidate for advanced ultra heat-resistant explosives.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24188-24194
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04736B
Converting the covalent organic framework linkage from hydrazone to thiadiazole toward blue light-powered selective conversion of organic sulfides
TDA-COF, a triazine-based COF with an irreversible thiadiazole linkage, swiftly carries out the blue light-powered selective conversion of thioanisoles with O2.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24144-24155
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04548C
Tetrathiafulvalene-based covalent organic frameworks as high-voltage organic cathodes for lithium batteries
We report a series of 2D tetrathiafulvalene (TTF)-based COFs incorporating different organic linkers between the electroactive moieties that were investigated as p-type organic cathode materials for lithium-organic batteries.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24156-24164
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04576A
Achieving low dielectric constant and high thermal conductivity polymer composites by using larger POSS functionalized boron nitride nanosheets
A series of larger POSS-functionalized boron nitride nanosheets were prepared and utilized to address the trade-off between low dielectric constants and high thermal conductivity in polymer composites.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24214-24225
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04966G
Bismuth single-atom alloying of palladium nanosheets promotes selective electrochemical valorization of glycerol to C3 products
Bi atoms dispersed on Pd nanosheets promote electrochemical glycerol oxidation to C3 products by modulating the Pd electronic structure and lowering the adsorption energy of reaction intermediates.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24136-24143
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03892D
Synthesis of two-dimensional N-terminated molybdenum carbides using an alloying strategy in molten salt
A novel alloying method was developed to etch Ga rapidly from Mo2Ga2C, which reduces the reaction energy barrier and improves the kinetics of Ga etching. Simultaneously, Li3N in the molten salt generated new nitrogen-containing functional groups.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24195-24202
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03999H
Reinforcing an interfacial molecular dam through a multifunctional organic electrolyte additive for stable Zn anodes
Triazole obstructs water induced corrosion and modulates Zn ion flux through its hydrophobic and zincophilic properties.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24226-24236
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04446K
Frustrated Lewis pairs on metal-cation vacancy catalysts enhanced the electroreduction of NO to NH3
Metal-cation vacancies in CoAl-LDH nanosheets prepared by simple etching facilitate abundant surface oxygen vacancies. They promote the formation of frustrated Lewis pairs, which enhance the electrocatalytic NO reduction to NH3.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24237-24247
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04550E
Graphene acid-enhanced interfacial layers with high Zn2+ ion selectivity and desolvation capability for corrosion-resistant Zn-metal anodes
A Zn anode artificial interface capable of accelerating Zn2+ transfer/transport while achieving uniform and promoted Zn nucleation, ultimately resulting in stable and corrosion-free Zn anodes.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24175-24187
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03599B
Electron beam and thermal stabilities of MFM-300(M) metal–organic frameworks
This work reports the thermal and electron beam stabilities of a series of isostructural metal–organic frameworks (MOFs) of type MFM-300(M) (M = Al, Ga, In, Cr).
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 24165-24174
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03302G
Mediation of the electrochemical polarization for durable zinc anode
A KSeCN electrolyte additive for aqueous zinc ion batteries enhances the electrochemical polarization of the zinc anode while mitigating concentration polarization, leading to more uniform Zn plating.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA05264A
Optimizing ionic transport in argyrodites: a unified view on the role of sulfur/halide distribution and local environments
Uniform bromine and sulfur ion distribution across sublattices in Li7−xPS6−xBrx argyrodites is key to high Li-ion conductivity. It enhances Li-ion transport by balancing high- and low-energy jump environments, enabling lower energy percolation.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04628E
Structural and catalytic regulation in a rigid Zr-MOF through linker installation
A rigid MOF with a (4,6)-connected she-net was prepared, which could further incorporate bpy(Cu) active centers through linker installation. Structure and size-selective catalytic activity for aerobic alcohol oxidation reactions can be regulated.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04944F
Restraining unfavorable phases via reduced spatial hindrance of ultra small-sized molecules to enable high-performance quasi-two-dimensional perovskite solar cells
A facile approach is proposed by utilizing a series of small molecules with different spatial hindrance to suppress low-n phases and explore the underlying regulatory kinetics mechanisms.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA05004E
Recycle of organic ligands and solvents for successive synthesis of Cu-based nanocrystals towards CO2 hydrogenation
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04883K
Revealing the mass transfer of proton donors for tailoring hydrogen evolution coupled with manganese electrodeposition
The implementation of a rotating cylindrical cathode for manganese deposition offers a novel perspective in comprehending the conjugated hydrogen evolution reaction within complex solution systems.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA02089H
Correlation between Spin Effect and Catalytic Activity of Two Dimensional Metal Organic Frameworks for Oxygen Evolution Reaction
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA05700G
Surface protonic conduction in porous alkaline earth zirconate perovskites CaZrO3, SrZrO3, and BaZrO3
Conduction of protons in chemisorbed and physisorbed water layers on the surface of AZrO3 (A = Ca, Sr, Ba) perovskite oxides, depending on compositions (A-site cations and deficiency) and microstructures (controlled by sintering conditions).
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04438J
Bifunctional interface stabilizer for promoting preferential crystal face adsorption and inducing planar Zn growth
A unique kind of organic small molecules with two zincophilic sites is demonstrated as the bifunctional interface stabilizer (BIS) for promoting uniform Zn deposition and suppressing dendrite formation.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04973J
Functional group tuning of CAU-10(Al) for efficient C2H2 storage and C2H2/CO2 separation
Comparison of adsorptive separation on CAU-10(Al) according to functional groups, and the GCMC simulation image of CAU-10(Al)–CH3.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA02821J
Synergistic effect of the PMIA nanofiber membrane with a dual-oriented network structure and Li0.5Bi0.5TiO3 nanofibers for high-performance lithium metal batteries
Solid-state lithium metal batteries are favored for their superior energy density and safety compared to liquid batteries.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04745A
Hierarchical core–shell heterostructure FeMoS@CoFe LDH for multifunctional green applications boosting large current density water splitting
We constructed a core–shell heterostructure FeMoS@CoFe LDH bifunctional electrode to promote large current density water splitting, achieving multifunctional green applications.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04919E
In situ construction of dual-functional Ni/NixB catalysts for the hydrogenation and dehydrogenation of magnesium hydride
The nickel atoms were introduced into the porous h-BN matrix through Ni–B bonds; this Ni/NixB@MgH2 exhibits an capacity of about 7.0 wt% at 200 °C, releasing H2 of approximately 4.5 wt% H2 within 10 min, with stable reversible cycling.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA05395H
Creating a MOF with larger pores and higher stability for gas separation through continuous structure transformation
A new synthesis strategy of continuous structure transformation has been studied to construct ordered vacancies for enlarging the pores and enhancing the stability of MOFs. The structure transformation was confirmed by single crystal diffraction.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA05318D
S-Scheme Heterojunction Cs3Bi2Br9/Bi2WO6 for Efficient Photocatalytic Cleavage of C-C Bonds in β-1 Lignin Models
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA05692B
One-Pot Synthesized Plasmonic Black Gold Nanoparticles for Efficient Photocatalytic CO Oxidation
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA05117C
High-Entropy Oxides derived Cu catalyst for enhanced dehydrogenation of cyclohexanol coupling with hydrogenation of acetone
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Accepted Manuscript
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04618H
Isotype heterojunction graphitic carbon nitride photocathode for photo-accelerated zinc-ion capacitors
A g-C3N4 isotype heterojunction photo-electrode is reported for high-performance photo-accelerated zinc-ion capacitors.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03938F
A novel microporous hydrogen-bonded organic framework with electron-rich alkynyl groups for highly efficient C2H6/C2H4 separation
A novel electron-rich alkynyl-functionalized HOF material was designed and synthesized for efficient C2H6/C2H4 separation. The alkynyl groups serve as functional binding sites to result in high C2H6 adsorption capacity and selectivity.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024, Advance Article
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04528A
Design of a stable and voidless surface region by intensive subsurface zirconium doping for a high performance nickel-rich cathode in sodium-ion batteries
The subsurface Zr doping induced by diffusion in NaNi0.8Mn0.2O2 is used for the Na-ion battery cathode. A uniform subsurface Zr-rich region aided by polyacrylic acid facilitates the primary particle growth of the cathode.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 23676-23687
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04143G
Manipulating protons and oxygen vacancies in nickelate oxides via thermochemical dehydration
We manipulated the ionic defects (protons and oxygen vacancies) in perovskite nickelates through thermochemical dehydration. We quantified the correlation between the physical properties of nickelates and oxygen vacancy concentration.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 23658-23669
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03609C
A poly(binaphthyl-co-terphenyl quinuclidinium) anion exchange membrane with excellent alkaline stability and anion conductivity
Poly(aryl quinuclidinium) AEMs with improved anion conductivity and dimensional stability were prepared by introducing twisted structural units.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 23570-23576
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03241A
2D conductive metal–organic frameworks for NO electrochemical reduction: a first-principles study
Designing flexible single-atom catalysts with tunable single-atom centers and coordination environments is crucial for highly active and selective electrochemical catalysis.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 23612-23621
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA04795H
Synthesis and characterization of a crystalline Na4Fe3(PO4)2(P2O7) cathode material for sodium-ion batteries
The combustion synthesized Na4Fe3(PO4)2(P2O7) cathode exhibited outstanding electrochemical performance due to its higher purity, thin and dense carbon layer, and optimized pore structure compared to the one synthesized by the sol–gel method.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 23506-23517
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03554B
The in situ growth of atomically dispersed Ni species on CeO2 during low-temperature CH4/CO2 reforming
The isolated Ni1 atoms with short distances between them would aggregate and facilitate carbon removal during CH4/CO2 reforming.
J. Mater. Chem. A, 2024,12, 23530-23540
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4TA03287J
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