Plasmonic Nanomaterials in Photothermal Catalysis and Artificial Photosynthesis: Hot Electron Dynamics, Design Challenges, and Future Prospects
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DOI: 10.1002/adfm.202503186
Abstract: Localized Surface Plasmon Resonance (LSPR)‐enabled nanomaterials provide a promising platform for photothermal catalysis and artificial photosynthesis, addressing critical energy and environmental challenges. This review examines the dual role of LSPR nanomaterials in both hot electron… read more here.
Keywords: hot electron; artificial photosynthesis; electron dynamics; photothermal catalysis ... See more keywords
Water Oxidation Catalysts for Artificial Photosynthesis.
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.201902069
Abstract: Water oxidation is the primary reaction of both natural and artificial photosynthesis. Developing active and robust water oxidation catalysts (WOCs) is the key to constructing efficient artificial photosynthesis systems, but it is still facing enormous… read more here.
Keywords: oxidation catalysts; photosynthesis; artificial photosynthesis; water oxidation ... See more keywords
Noble Metal-Free Single- and Dual-Atom Catalysts for Artificial Photosynthesis.
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DOI: 10.1002/adma.202301307
Abstract: Artificial photosynthesis enables direct solar-to-chemical energy conversion aimed at mitigating environmental pollution and producing solar fuels and chemicals in a green and sustainable approach, and efficient, robust and low-cost photocatalysts are the heart of artificial… read more here.
Keywords: metal free; noble metal; atom catalysts; metal ... See more keywords
Alkali Induction Strategy for Artificial Photosynthesis of Hydrogen by TiO2 Heterophase Homojunctions
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DOI: 10.1002/advs.202413069
Abstract: The robust separation and utilization of photogenerated electrons‐holes (e−‐h+) are key in accelerating redox reactions. Unlike traditional heterojunction photocatalysts, homojunction features different energy bandgaps with interchangeable compositions that can significantly trigger charge carrier dynamics, but… read more here.
Keywords: alkali induction; strategy artificial; induction strategy; artificial photosynthesis ... See more keywords
Verifying the Unique Charge Migration Pathway in Polymeric Homojunctions for Artificial Photosynthesis of Hydrogen Peroxide
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DOI: 10.1002/advs.202500218
Abstract: Artificial photosynthesis for producing high‐value hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) using carbon nitride‐based systems holds immense potential. However, understanding the charge transfer dynamics in homojunction photocatalysts remains a significant challenge owing to the limitations of current characterization… read more here.
Keywords: photosynthesis; artificial photosynthesis; transfer; hydrogen peroxide ... See more keywords
Surface‐Functionalized Nanoparticles as Catalysts for Artificial Photosynthesis
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DOI: 10.1002/aenm.202300282
Abstract: Analogously to enzymatic catalysis, where the active metal sites and their environment are controlled by protein residues, the catalytic properties of metal nanoparticles (NPs) can be tuned by carefully selecting their surface‐coordinated species. In artificial… read more here.
Keywords: metal nps; surface; surface functionalized; artificial photosynthesis ... See more keywords
Reproducibility in Artificial Photosynthesis: A Case Study on SnO₂/Cu Photocatalysts
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DOI: 10.1002/cctc.202500618
Abstract: This study examines how synthesis routes and storage conditions affect the reliability of photocatalytic data for SnO₂/Cu catalysts. Our findings show that nanoparticle stability and photocatalytic performance are significantly influenced by adsorbed ethanol from synthesis—a… read more here.
Keywords: sno; copper; synthesis; artificial photosynthesis ... See more keywords
Artificial Photosynthesis of Alcohols by Multi-Functionalized Semiconductor Photocathodes.
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DOI: 10.1002/cssc.201601828
Abstract: Novel artificial photosynthesis systems are devised as cells of dye/Pd/NR-MOx (M=Ti, Zn)∥CoPi/W:BiVO4 that convert efficiently CO2 to alcohols. The photocathodes are aminofunctionalized, palladium-deposited, and in situ sensitized nano-TiO2 or ZnO/FTO (FTO: fluorine-doped tin oxide) electrodes that… read more here.
Keywords: copi bivo4; photosynthesis alcohols; alcohols multi; artificial photosynthesis ... See more keywords
Application of Pulse Radiolysis to Mechanistic Investigations of Catalysis Relevant to Artificial Photosynthesis.
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DOI: 10.1002/cssc.201701559
Abstract: Taking inspiration from natural photosystems, the goal of artificial photosynthesis is to harness solar energy to convert abundant materials, such as CO2 and H2 O, into solar fuels. Catalysts are required to ensure that the… read more here.
Keywords: mechanistic investigations; relevant artificial; pulse radiolysis; radiolysis ... See more keywords
Artificial Photosynthesis: Beyond Mimicking Nature.
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DOI: 10.1002/cssc.201702106
Abstract: In this Editorial, Guest Editors Holger Dau, Etsuko Fujita, and Licheng Sun introduce the Special Issue of ChemSusChem on "Artificial Photosynthesis for Sustainable Fuels". They discuss the need for non-fossil based fuels, introduce both biological… read more here.
Keywords: beyond mimicking; photosynthesis; mimicking nature; artificial photosynthesis ... See more keywords
Recent Advances in the Development of Molecular Catalyst-Based Anodes for Water Oxidation toward Artificial Photosynthesis.
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DOI: 10.1002/cssc.201802795
Abstract: Catalytic water oxidation represents a bottleneck for developing artificial photosynthetic systems that store solar energy as renewable fuels. A variety of molecular water oxidation catalysts (WOCs) have been reported over the last two decades. In… read more here.
Keywords: water; water oxidation; artificial photosynthesis; based anodes ... See more keywords