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Hollow Nanoboxes Cu2-xS@ZnIn2S4 Core-Shell S-Scheme Heterojunction with Broad-Spectrum Response and Enhanced Photothermal-Photocatalytic Performance

Yichao Wang et al.

Summary: Major issues in photocatalysis include improving charge carrier separation efficiency at the interface of semiconductor photocatalysts and rationally developing efficient hierarchical heterostructures. This research successfully developed Cu2-xS@ZnIn2S4 photocatalysts with improved photothermal and photocatalytic performance. The photocatalyst showed significantly higher hydrogen production and tetracycline degradation efficiency compared to pure Cu2-xS and ZnIn2S4. Characterizations and theoretical calculations revealed superior photocatalytic properties and efficient carrier separation in the S-scheme heterojunction, opening up new possibilities for future catalyst design and development.

SMALL (2022)

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0D/3D Bi3TaO7/ZnIn2S4 heterojunction photocatalyst towards degradation of antibiotics coupled with simultaneous H2 evolution: In situ irradiated XPS investigation and S-scheme mechanism insight

Kai Wang et al.

Summary: Photocatalytic pollutant degradation coupled hydrogen generation via water splitting utilizing solar energy is a promising method for addressing environmental pollution and energy shortage. However, the limited utilization efficiency of solar energy and quick recombination of photogenerated carriers have hindered its application. In this study, a 0D Bi3TaO7 nanodots-decorated 3D ZnIn2S4 nanoflowers photocatalyst was synthesized for efficient simultaneous photocatalytic degradation of antibiotics and hydrogen generation. The relationship between S-scheme heterojunction photocatalysts and photocatalytic pollutant degradation coupled hydrogen evolution will be discussed, along with a careful examination of the interfacial transfer mechanism.

APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE (2022)

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Carbon dots as solid-state electron mediator and electron acceptor in S-scheme heterojunction for boosted photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Zheng Xu et al.

Summary: This study presents a ternary ZnIn2S4/carbon dots/ g-C3N4 (ZIS/CDs/CN) S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst for efficient photocatalytic water splitting. The carbon dots act as a co-catalyst with dual roles of solid-state electron mediator and electron acceptor, resulting in enhanced H2 evolution efficiency. The role of carbon dots in promoting S-scheme heterojunction is confirmed, and the catalyst exhibits excellent practicality and structural stability in seawater.

APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE (2022)

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Bottom-up strategy for precisely designing and fabricating direct Z-scheme photocatalyst with wedge-type heterointerface bridged by chemical bond

Xuehua Wang et al.

Summary: This study presents the design and synthesis of a Z-scheme photocatalyst with a chemical bond bridged wedgetype heterointerface. The experimental results reveal that the internal electric field provides the driving force for charge transfer, the chemical bond connected heterointerface promotes interfacial photocarriers transfer, and the S-vacancies accelerates photocarriers separation. The photocatalyst shows excellent performance in terms of photocatalytic activity.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2022)

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Assembling Ti3C2 MXene into ZnIn2S4-NiSe2 S-scheme heterojunction with multiple charge transfer channels for accelerated photocatalytic H2 generation

Junxian Bai et al.

Summary: In this study, a ZnIn2S4-NiSe2 S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst with multiple internal electric fields was designed to enhance the efficiency of photocatalytic hydrogen evolution.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2022)

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Boosting light harvesting and charge separation in 3D porous WS2@C@ZnIn2S4 skeleton heterojunction for efficient solar fuels production

Junhao Huang et al.

Summary: In this study, a three-dimensional porous WS2@C@ZnIn2S4 skeleton heterojunction with efficient light harvesting and charge separation properties was successfully synthesized. The optimized photocatalyst exhibited significant photocatalytic hydrogen production and CO2 conversion performance, attributed to the multiple light reflection and scattering behaviors and the interfacial charge transfer pathways between ZnIn2S4 and WS2 co-catalyst.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2022)

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Boosting visible-light-driven photocatalytic H2 evolution of C/ZnIn2S4 hollow tubes by Ni doping

Guanqiong Li et al.

Summary: A nickel-doped carbon indium zinc sulfur hollow tube structure photocatalyst was synthesized using a solvothermal technique. The optimized material showed enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen production performance.

FUEL (2022)

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Hierarchical Sb2S3/ZnIn2S4 core-shell heterostructure for highly efficient photocatalytic hydrogen production and pollutant degradation

Yan Xiao et al.

Summary: In this work, a novel hierarchical 1D/2D core/shell Sb2S3-ZnIn2S4 heterostructure with highly efficient photocatalytic activities for both hydrogen production from water and organic pollutant degradation was designed and fabricated. The heterostructure showed improved light absorption capacity, increased surface area, shortened distance of electronic transmission channels, and accelerated separation and migration of photogenerated carriers. The SB-ZIS composites displayed significantly enhanced photocatalytic performances for H2 generation and Tetracycline Hydrochloride (TCH) photodegradation. The research provides useful information for the development of Sb2S3-based core-shell heterostructures with efficient photocatalytic activity for solving environmental pollution and producing clean hydrogen energy.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2022)

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In-situ synthesis of nickel/palladium bimetal/ZnIn2S4 Schottky heterojunction for efficient photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Guiyun Yu et al.

Summary: The combination of bimetallic nanoparticles with ZnIn2S4 semiconductor photocatalysts improves photocatalytic hydrogen evolution efficiency and reduces the use of expensive noble metals. The Ni3Pd7-ZIS sample exhibited the highest PHE efficiency and AQY value. Multiple techniques were used to investigate the separation, transfer, and recombination of photogenerated charge carriers.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2022)

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ZnWO4-ZnIn2S4 S-scheme heterojunction for enhanced photocatalytic H2 evolution

Meng Dai et al.

Summary: A successful synthesis of a 2D coupling interface S-scheme ZnWO4-ZnIn2S4 heterojunction was achieved, and an effective interfacial charge migration pathway was determined, facilitating the separation of photoexcited carriers. The optimized ZnWO4-ZnIn2S4 composite exhibited high H-2 evolution activity and photostability. The heterojunction also showed maximum optical response in the initial stage, promoting the separation and migration of photogenerated carriers. This study provides valuable guidance for the design of S-scheme heterojunction photocatalysts.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

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Hexagonal MgAl-LDH simultaneously facilitated active facet exposure and holes storage over ZnIn2S4/MgAl-LDH heterojunction for boosting photocatalytic activities and anti-photocorrosion

Zhenfei Yang et al.

Summary: This study successfully regulated the crystal facet exposure of ZnIn2S4 and constructed the LDHZIS heterojunction using hexagonal MgAl-LDH. MgAl-LDH acts as a hole-storage layer and enhances charge separation and surface catalytic reaction kinetics. The optimized LDHZIS-15 photocatalyst exhibits significantly improved reduction activity and hydrogen production compared to pure ZnIn2S4.

SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY (2022)

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Interfacial microenvironment-regulated cascade charge transport in Co6Mo6C2-MoO2-CoNC@ZnIn2S4 photocatalyst for efficient hydrogen evolution

Fangshu Xing et al.

Summary: High-quality interfacial coupling plays a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency of photogenerated charge separation/transfer. In this study, a multicomponent photocatalyst with directional and swift carrier transfer ability was developed by modulating the interfacial microenvironment. This photocatalyst showed significantly improved H-2-production performance and provided new insights for the rational design of cascade photocatalysts.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2022)

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Heteroatom-induced domain electrostatic potential difference in ZnIn2S4 nanosheets for efficient charge separation and boosted photocatalytic overall water splitting

Bojing Sun et al.

Summary: In this study, ultrathin Al-doped ZnIn2S4 nanosheets were successfully fabricated and demonstrated effective production of H2 and O2 in pure water. The introduction of Al atoms not only adjusted the electronic configuration and improved the carrier density, but also enhanced the separation efficiency of photogenerated charge carriers. Furthermore, the positive charge enriched Al atoms promoted the adsorption of H2O molecules and facilitated the oxygen evolution reaction (OER) process. The results highlight the high photocatalytic activity of Al-doped ZnIn2S4 nanosheets compared to other single-component photocatalysts.

MATERIALS CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS (2022)

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Recent advances in ZnIn2S4-based materials towards photocatalytic purification, solar fuel production and organic transformations

Tianxi Zhang et al.

Summary: Photocatalytic technology, using abundant solar energy, shows great potential in mitigating the current energy crisis and environmental remediation. ZnIn2S4, as an emerging photocatalyst, has attracted much attention due to its non-toxicity, suitable bandgap structure, strong visible light absorption, and excellent catalytic activity. This review summarizes the recent advances and future perspectives of ZnIn2S4-based photocatalysts, focusing on the modification strategies to enhance their photocatalytic activity.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C (2022)

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Shining light on ZnIn2S4 photocatalysts: Promotional effects of surface and heterostructure engineering toward artificial photosynthesis

Valerie Bei-Yuan Oh et al.

Summary: This review discusses the limitations and modification strategies of ZnIn2S4 as a semiconductor photocatalyst, as well as its performance in hydrogen evolution, overall water splitting, and CO2 reduction reactions. This is of great significance for promoting the sustainable utilization of renewable fuels.

ECOMAT (2022)

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Efficient splitting of alcohols into hydrogen and C-C coupled products over ultrathin Ni-doped ZnIn2S4 nanosheet photocatalyst

Jing-Yu Li et al.

Summary: By fabricating Ni-doped ZnIn2S4 composite nanosheets, an effective solar-driven selective dehydrocoupling reaction was achieved to produce high-value products. The optimized electron structure and improved photoredox activity of ZIS/Ni enable various aromatic alcohols dehydrocoupling reactions.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2022)

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A mini-review on ZnIn2S4-Based photocatalysts for energy and environmental application

Guping Zhang et al.

Summary: Semiconductor photocatalysis is considered as an attractive and eco-friendly technology for addressing global energy shortage and environmental pollution. Zinc indium sulfide (ZnIn2S4) has gained research attention due to its excellent visible light absorption, high chemical durability, and low cost. However, the photocatalytic activity of pristine ZnIn2S4 is limited by its narrow visible light absorption range and fast recombination rate of electrons and holes. Various modification strategies have been developed to enhance the photocatalytic performance of ZnIn2S4 materials. This review summarizes recent progress in the construction of highly active ZnIn2S4-based photocatalysts and critically reviews their applications in hydrogen evolution, carbon dioxide photoreduction, and water pollution treatment. The current challenges and future prospects for ZnIn2S4 semiconductor photocatalysts are also discussed.

GREEN ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT (2022)

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Confinement of ultrasmall CoFe2O4 nanoparticles in hierarchical ZnIn2S4 microspheres with enhanced interfacial charge separation for photocatalytic H2 evolution

Chunxue Li et al.

Summary: The study prepared hierarchical ZnIn2S4 (ZIS) microspheres-confined CoFe2O4 nanoparticles (CFO NPs) p-n junction with enhanced charge carriers' separation and extensive visible light response, leading to excellent photocatalytic performance, stability, and degradation efficiency.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2021)

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Realization of all-in-one hydrogen-evolving photocatalysts via selective atomic substitution

Bocheng Qiu et al.

Summary: The incorporation of nickel dopants into few-layer ZnIn2S4 nanosheets enhances electronic conductivity and improves hydrogen adsorption and desorption abilities, resulting in long-lived photo-excited electrons and enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen evolution performance.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

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Visible-light-driven water splitting by yolk-shelled ZnIn2S4-based heterostructure without noble-metal co-catalyst and sacrificial agent

Xiaoyan Cai et al.

Summary: This study reports the rational design of a ZnIn2S4-based noble-metal-free photocatalyst for splitting water into H-2 and O-2, achieving promising photocatalytic activity through the precise control of NiCo2S4 structure and the controllable preparation of hierarchical heterostructure. The directional charge separation in ZnIn2S4 modified with separated dual cocatalysts effectively enhances the performance of the photocatalyst, surpassing most similar sulfide-based photocatalysts.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

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Vacancy-induced 2H@1T MoS2 phase-incorporation on ZnIn2S4 for boosting photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Yanhua Peng et al.

Summary: Introducing sulfur vacancies in a 1T-MoS2 nanosheets host to prompt the transformation of the surrounding 1TMoS(2) local lattice into a 2H phase leads to synergistic regulations of both structural and electronic benefits, dramatically enhancing the photocatalytic hydrogen evolution (PHE) activity. The optimized ZnIn2S4@MoS2 photocatalyst achieves a high PHE activity with an apparent quantum yield (AQY) of about 5.09%, showcasing the potential of improving photocatalytic activity through structural and electronic modulations.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

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Highly efficient and durable core-shell catalyst with dual functions: Tungsten nitride quantum dots encapsulated in ultra-thin graphene

Fan Gao et al.

Summary: An efficient bifunctional catalyst, comprised of tungsten nitride quantum dots encapsulated in ultrathin graphene (WN@C), was successfully synthesized through in situ nitridation reduced pyrolysis method. The optimal WN@C/ZnIn2S4 composite exhibited significantly higher hydrogen evolution activity compared to individual ZnIn2S4 and WN-QDs@C, with continuous hydrogen production for 99 hours. The enhanced activity is attributed to the synergistic effect of various factors such as lower overpotential of hydrogen evolution reaction, reduced activation energy, decreased Gibbs free energy of H adsorption, and inhibited recombination of photocharges.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

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Plasmonic coupling enhancement of core-shell Au@Pt assemblies on ZnIn2S4 nanosheets towards photocatalytic H2 production

Huiqin An et al.

Summary: The study successfully enhanced the hydrogen production efficiency during the water splitting process by constructing the Au@Pt/ZIS photocatalyst, with experimental results showing its remarkable hydrogen production capability compared to ZIS.

APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE (2021)

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Construction ZnIn2S4/Ti3C2 of 2D/2D heterostructures with enhanced visible light photocatalytic activity: A combined experimental and first-principles DFT study

Xiaohan Zhao et al.

Summary: In this study, multidimensional nano-heterostructures with unique dimensionality-dependent integrative and synergic effects were investigated, showing excellent photocatalytic activity with ZnIn2S4 and Ti3C2 nanosheets in a 2D/2D heterostructure. Experimental and theoretical studies revealed the synergistic effects between ZnIn2S4 and Ti3C2, providing a fast channel for photogenerated electron-hole separation and transfer in the composites.

APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE (2021)

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Construction of Z-scheme Photocatalyst Containing ZnIn2S4, Co3O4-Photodeposited BiVO4 (110) Facets and rGO Electron Mediator for Overall Water Splitting into H2 and O2

Man Ou et al.

Summary: The self-assembled 0.5Pt-ZnIn2S4/rGO/Co3O4-BiVO4 (110) Z-scheme system photocatalysts were successfully synthesized, with BiVO4 (110) crystal facets playing a crucial role in enhancing photocatalytic oxidation performance. The Z-scheme system achieved efficient photocatalytic water splitting under visible light irradiation without sacrificial agents, demonstrating the potential for high separation rate of photoinduced charge carriers and improved photocatalytic performance.

CATALYSIS LETTERS (2021)

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Promoting photocatalytic hydrogen evolution by introducing hot islands: SnSe nanoparticles on ZnIn2S4 monolayer

Chun Du et al.

Summary: The contribution of the photothermal effect in enhancing solar water splitting was investigated using SnSe nanoparticles as hot islands on a ZnIn2S4 monolayer. Experimental results showed that the photothermal effect plays an auxiliary role in improving photocatalytic performance by accelerating the reaction and increasing temperature. The study provides insight into the mechanism with experimental evidence and lays a foundation for further investigation of the role of the photothermal effect in photocatalysis.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2021)

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Formation of unique hollow ZnSnO3@ZnIn2S4 core-shell heterojunction to boost visible-light-driven photocatalytic water splitting for hydrogen production

Feng Guo et al.

Summary: The hollow core-shell heterostructure photocatalyst with ZnIn2S4 nanosheets grown in situ on ZnSnO3 cubes achieves efficient photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. The unique structure enhances light absorption, reduces charge transfer path, and provides abundant active sites for promoting photocatalytic water splitting efficiency.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2021)

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Au nanodots@thiol-UiO66@ZnIn2S4 nanosheets with significantly enhanced visible-light photocatalytic H2 evolution: The effect of different Au positions on the transfer of electron-hole pairs

Siman Mao et al.

Summary: A new type of photocatalyst, Au@UiOS@ZIS, has been elaborately designed for efficient photocatalytic H-2 production, showing significantly higher activity compared to other single-component catalysts.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

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2D β-NiS as electron harvester anchors on 2D ZnIn2S4 for boosting photocatalytic hydrogen production

Liang Ding et al.

Summary: The study successfully synthesized a NiS/ZnIn2S4 heterojunction with a well-constructed integrated structure, which significantly enhances the efficiency of photocatalytic hydrogen production and exhibits excellent stability.

JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS (2021)

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Novel Z-Scheme ZnIn2S4-based photocatalysts for solar-driven environmental and energy applications: Progress and perspectives

Yogesh Kumar et al.

Summary: Z-scheme heterostructures of ZnIn2S4 based photocatalysts have gained significant interest due to their strong redox ability, improved charge transport, and enhanced charge separation. This review highlights the promising properties of ZnIn2S4 as a photocatalyst and its combination with oxidation photocatalyst to form Z-scheme, leading to remarkable improvement in photocatalytic performance.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2021)

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An in-situ NH4+-etched strategy for anchoring atomic Mo site on ZnIn2S4 hierarchical nanotubes for superior hydrogen photocatalysis

Yuguang Chao et al.

Summary: The study developed a strategy for synthesizing abundant atomic sites co-catalyst under low temperature, successfully anchoring atomic Mo sites on ZnIn2S4 nanotubes to achieve efficient photocatalytic H-2 evolution.

SCIENCE CHINA-CHEMISTRY (2021)

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Hierarchical 0D NiSe2/2D ZnIn2S4 Nanosheet-Assembled Microflowers for Enhanced Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution

Lijuan Lai et al.

Summary: Hierarchical structure design and cocatalyst utilization were effective in enhancing the photocatalytic performance of NiSe2/ZnIn2S4 nanocomposites. The hierarchical structure exposed more surface-active sites on ZnIn2S4 microflowers, while heterojunctions facilitated charge separation and improved photocatalytic H-2 production.

ADVANCED MATERIALS INTERFACES (2021)

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Hierarchical Ternary Sulfides as Effective Photocatalyst for Hydrogen Generation Through Water Splitting: A Review on the Performance of ZnIn2S4

Ravichandran Janani et al.

Summary: This review emphasizes the recent approaches in developing hierarchical ternary sulfide based photocatalysts, focusing on ZnIn2S4, for efficient hydrogen generation through photocatalytic water splitting. The electronic structure of ZnIn2S4 and various strategies to improve material efficiency for photocatalytic hydrogen generation are discussed. Recent progress on essential aspects such as light absorption, charge separation, and transport are also highlighted.

CATALYSTS (2021)

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Nanoconfinement-Induced Conversion of Water Chemical Adsorption Properties in Nanoporous Photocatalysts to Improve Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution

He Li et al.

Summary: The adsorption of water molecules on active sites in nanoconfined spaces plays a crucial role in enhancing the performance of heterogeneous photocatalytic reactions. Maximizing water inside the nanocage and altering the distribution of water molecules can significantly impact the chemical adsorption capacity of water on the photocatalyst, ultimately improving its performance. This study provides a deeper understanding of the nano interior cavity effects on water molecule adsorption and how it influences the capability of chemical adsorption on active sites of interior photocatalysts.

ACS CATALYSIS (2021)

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Sulfur-Deficient ZnIn2S4/Oxygen-Deficient WO3 Hybrids with Carbon Layer Bridges as a Novel Photothermal/Photocatalytic Integrated System for Z-Scheme Overall Water Splitting

Yijin Wang et al.

Summary: This study achieved an integrative photothermal-photocatalytic Z-scheme overall water splitting reaction system by designing a novel photocatalyst material and constructing a whole reaction system, which improved the photocatalytic efficiency. The ZIS-WO hybrid with sulfur and oxygen vacancies promoted light absorption and charge separation, while the C-wood utilized the photothermal effect to transform the triphase system, reducing carrier recombination and lowering the reaction barrier.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2021)

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Elegant Construction of ZnIn2S4/BiVO4 Hierarchical Heterostructures as Direct Z-Scheme Photocatalysts for Efficient CO2 Photoreduction

Qiutong Han et al.

Summary: The ZnIn2S4/BiVO4 heterostructures with direct Z-scheme structure show enhanced photocatalytic CO2 reduction performance by promoting recombination of photogenerated holes and electrons. This study may contribute to the rational construction and deep understanding of direct Z-schemes for advanced photocatalytic activity.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

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Efficient photocatalytic H2 evolution, CO2 reduction and N2 fixation coupled with organic synthesis by cocatalyst and vacancies engineering

Sugang Meng et al.

Summary: In this study, 2D/2D-3D Ni12P5/ZnIn2S4 (NP/ZIS) heterostructures were prepared via zinc vacancies (V-Zn) engineering and cocatalyst modification, showing efficient reactivity and stability for visible-light-driven photocatalytic splitting of benzyl alcohol. Compared to pure water splitting and individual ZIS, the thermodynamics and kinetics of H-2 production over 7% NP/ZIS are significantly enhanced, and NP/ZIS also demonstrates promising capability for photocatalytic CO2 reduction and N-2 fixation coupled with organic synthesis. This work offers a practical approach to fabricate efficient photocatalysts and provides insights for utilizing photoexcited holes and electrons towards solar-to-chemical energy conversion.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

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Construction of dual Z-scheme g-C3N4/Bi4Ti3O12/Bi4O5I2 heterojunction for visible and solar powered coupled photocatalytic antibiotic degradation and hydrogen production: Boosting via I-/I3- and Bi3+/Bi5+ redox mediators

Amit Kumar et al.

Summary: Inspired by waste to energy production, a dual Z-scheme advanced photocatalyst g-C3N4/Bi4Ti3O12/Bi4O5I2 heterojunction was constructed for efficient coupled photocatalytic H-2 evolution and antibiotics degradation. The optimal photocatalyst showed excellent H-2 production rate under visible light and high removal efficiency of antibiotics, showcasing a promising approach for clean energy production and environmental detoxification through high photo-absorbing heterojunction photocatalysts.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

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Construction of a novel electron transfer pathway by modifying ZnIn2S4 with α-MnO2 and Ag for promoting solar H2 generation

Xiufang Wang et al.

Summary: The study focused on utilizing ternary Ag/α-MnO2/ZnIn2S4 photocatalysts to achieve efficient hydrogen production through water splitting by solar energy. The composite catalysts demonstrated excellent photocatalytic activity driven by visible light, with a significantly higher H-2-production rate compared to pure ZnIn2S4. The photogenerated electron transfer mechanism was analyzed in detail, offering a novel strategy for designing highly active visible light photocatalysts for clean energy applications.

APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE (2021)

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Piezotronic effect and hierarchical Z-scheme heterostructure stimulated photocatalytic H2 evolution integrated with C-N coupling of benzylamine

Penglei Wang et al.

Summary: Photocatalytic hydrogen generation is a potential approach to address global energy and environmental issues, but faces challenges of low separation efficiency and slow kinetics. By constructing the BaTiO3@ZnIn2S4 heterostructure with Z-scheme electron transfer paths, high photocatalytic activity was achieved.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

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Utilizing 2D materials to enhance H2 generation efficiency via photocatalytic reforming industrial and solid waste

Sujana Chandrappa et al.

Summary: Utilizing industrial and solid wastes as feedstock to generate H2 via the photocatalytic reforming process shows promising potential for energy solutions and value-added chemicals, with a key role played by developing and tuning the properties of photocatalysts. Despite having favorable optoelectronic properties, 2D photocatalysts are not widely used in the PR process, but recent research highlights their potential and application in efficient H2 generation from biomass, plastic, and industrial waste.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH (2021)

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Hierarchical fabrication of hollow Co2P nanocages coated with ZnIn2S4 thin layer: Highly efficient noble-metal-free photocatalyst for hydrogen evolution

Quan Zhang et al.

Summary: The study utilized directional synthesis of transition metal phosphides to construct hollow Co2P nanocages and further coat ZnIn2S4 on the surface, resulting in efficient and stable photocatalysts for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution reactions. The hierarchical hollow Co2P/ZIS NCGs exhibited superior PHE activity and sustainability compared to ZnIn2S4 loaded with 1% noble metals, showcasing their potential as efficient and stable photocatalysts for PHE reactions.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2021)

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A Review and Recent Developments in Full-Spectrum Photocatalysis using ZnIn2S4-Based Photocatalysts

Yanyan Song et al.

Summary: Photocatalytic technology is considered an efficient method for addressing global energy shortage and environmental pollution, with metal sulfide-based semiconductors like ZnIn2S4 (ZIS) attracting attention for their stability and simple synthesis methods. Recent research has focused on developing a variety of ZIS composite nanostructures and exploring the applications of ZIS-based photocatalysts under full-spectrum light irradiation.

ENERGY TECHNOLOGY (2021)

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Engineering an Interfacial Facet of S-Scheme Heterojunction for Improved Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution by Modulating the Internal Electric Field

Yamin Xi et al.

Summary: Constructing a step-scheme (S-scheme) heterojunction is a promising route to improve photocatalytic activities by manipulating charge transfer and separation, with interfacial facet engineering playing a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency of separation behaviors for powerful redox reactions. The directionality of migration and recombination of charge carriers is greatly accelerated by a stronger built-in electric field and band bending around the interface, leading to more efficient spatial separation for participating in overall redox reactions. It demonstrates significant superiority in photocatalytic H-2 evolution and provides new insights into the rational construction of S-scheme photocatalysts based on interfacial facet design and internal electric field regulation.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

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Gradient Hydrogen Migration Modulated with Self-Adapting S Vacancy in Copper-Doped ZnIn2S4 Nanosheet for Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution

Shuqu Zhang et al.

Summary: This study successfully modulates charge flow at the atomic level by introducing atomic copper, achieving a gradient hydrogen migration for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen evolution. Experimental results and theoretical simulations reveal the mechanism of vacancy generation and behavior after copper introduction.

ACS NANO (2021)

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Pt-Cu Interaction Induced Construction of Single Pt Sites for Synchronous Electron Capture and Transfer in Photocatalysis

Lina Su et al.

Summary: By incorporating abundant Cu dopants in ZnIn2S4 nanosheets, a single-atom Pt catalyst has been achieved; The Pt-Cu interaction provides an extra coordination site, making the single atom more stable on the surface; Additionally, Pt-Cu interaction serves as an efficient channel for electron transfer, enhancing charge separation and transfer efficiency.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2021)

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Direct Z-scheme TiO2-ZnIn2S4 nanoflowers for cocatalyst-free photocatalytic water splitting

Gancheng Zuo et al.

Summary: Constructing direct Z-scheme heterojunction (DZH) is crucial for improving the efficiency and stability of catalysts for photocatalytic water splitting. In this study, ultrathin TiO2 nanosheets were integrated into ZnIn2S4 to produce TiO2-ZnIn2S4 heterostructure nanoflowers, enhancing the overall system performance. The optimized DZH nanoflowers exhibit enhanced PWS activity and excellent stability, making them promising candidates for efficient water splitting applications.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

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Creating zinc vacancy within 3D hierarchical ZnIn2S4 particles for boosted photocatalytic performance towards H2 evolution reaction

Ling Tai et al.

Summary: Reactive ion etching was used to create zinc atomic vacancies within ZnIn2S4 particles, resulting in a flower-like 3D hierarchical structure. The optimized vacancy concentration enhanced photocatalytic activity and stability of the catalyst, as confirmed by Nyquist plots and radical trapping experiments.

CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL (2021)

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Construction of a recyclable dual-responsive TiO2-based photocatalyst modified with ZnIn2S4 nanosheets and zinc phthalocyanine for Cr(VI) reduction under visible light

Cong Liu et al.

Summary: This study synthesized a recyclable dual-responsive core-shell photocatalyst FSTZP for efficient reduction of Cr (VI) and removal of organic pollutants. FSTZP showed excellent photocatalytic performance under visible light, achieving high reduction efficiency of Cr (VI) and removal efficiency of various organic molecules. Moreover, FSTZP maintained stability after multiple photocatalytic cycles, demonstrating its potential for practical applications in environmental remediation.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2021)

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Cooperative Coupling of Oxidative Organic Synthesis and Hydrogen Production over Semiconductor-Based Photocatalysts

Ming-Yu Qi et al.

Summary: The review discusses the combination of hydrogen evolution with oxidative organic synthesis using a semiconductor-mediated photoredox reaction, showcasing a dual-functional photocatalytic strategy for constructing C-C/C-X bonds under green conditions. It emphasizes the cooperative photoredox coupling of selective organic synthesis and H-2 production over semiconductor catalysts, highlighting recent progress and future perspectives in this flourishing area. It is anticipated to provide guidance for the development of economically and environmentally benign solar fuel generation and organic synthesis of value-added fine chemicals.

CHEMICAL REVIEWS (2021)

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Interstitial carbon doped of setaria viridis-like Znln2S4 hollow tubes for efficient the performance of photocatalytic hydrogen production

Guanqiong Li et al.

Summary: In this study, unique C/ZIS hollow tubes with nano-flakes were prepared using a simple solvothermal method, which significantly increased the utilization of light and active sites.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2021)

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Facile construction of highly efficient MOF-based Pd@UiO-66-NH2@ZnIn2S4 flower-like nanocomposites for visible-light-driven photocatalytic hydrogen production

Mengting Cao et al.

Summary: Metal-organic-frameworks-based composite photocatalysts, including the novel Pd@UiO-66-NH2@ZnIn2S4 nanocomposites, show significantly improved photocatalytic activity compared to individual components. The enhanced performance is mainly attributed to the matched band gap of ZnIn2S4 and UiO-66-NH2, as well as the introduction of Pd NPs for broadening spectral response range and promoting charge carrier separation.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2021)

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A review: Synthesis, modification and photocatalytic applications of ZnIn2S4

Jie Wang et al.

Summary: ZnIn2S4, as a promising photocatalytic material, with its wide light absorption range and tunable bandgap, has been widely applied in various fields in recent years. This review introduces the crystal structures, preparation methods, and applications of ZnIn2S4 in photocatalytic systems.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2021)

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Defect-Mediated Slow Carrier Recombination and Broad Photoluminescence in Non-Metal-Doped ZnIn2S4 Nanosheets for Enhanced Photocatalytic Activity

Tanmay Goswami et al.

Summary: Elemental doping of O and N on atomically thin ZnIn2S4 nanosheets enhances photocatalytic H2 evolution by increasing charge-carrier population and inducing defect states. Spectroscopic studies show that O and N doping contributes to defect state concentration, ensuring enhanced photocatalytic activity. This detailed spectroscopic analysis uncovers the role of inter-band-gap defect states in photocatalysis and paves the way for the construction of nanosheet-based optical devices.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS (2021)

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Two-Dimensional All-in-One Sulfide Monolayers Driving Photocatalytic Overall Water Splitting

Rongrong Pan et al.

Summary: This study demonstrates that ZnIn2S4 monolayers with dual defects show optimized light absorption and carrier dynamics, with the dual defects serving as active sites for water oxidation (Ag dopants) and reduction (nanoholes) to achieve steady performance in photocatalytic overall water splitting without the need for cocatalysts.

NANO LETTERS (2021)

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Interfacial chemical bond and internal electric field modulated Z-scheme Sv-ZnIn2S4/MoSe2 photocatalyst for efficient hydrogen evolution

Xuehua Wang et al.

Summary: The construction of Z-scheme heterostructures is crucial for efficient photocatalytic water splitting. By modulating Mo-S bond and internal electric field, a novel S-v-ZnIn2S4/MoSe2 photocatalyst was developed with high hydrogen evolution rate and apparent quantum yield, demonstrating significant enhancement in photocatalytic performance.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

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ZnIn2S4-Based Photocatalysts for Energy and Environmental Applications

Ruijie Yang et al.

Summary: Zinc indium sulfide (ZnIn2S4) as a visible-light-responsive photocatalyst has attracted interdisciplinary interest due to its nontoxicity, suitable band gap, and high stability. This review provides an overview of recent advances in ZnIn2S4-based photocatalysts, including crystal structures, modulation strategies, potential applications, and personal perspectives on the material's promises and prospects.

SMALL METHODS (2021)

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Multi-interfacial catalyst with spatially defined redox reactions for enhanced pure water photothermal hydrogen production

Tianxi Zhang et al.

Summary: This study presents a promising strategy for designing a multi-interfacial ternary photocatalyst, including CoP, ZnIn2S4, and Co3O4, to efficiently convert solar energy into chemical energy while minimizing carrier recombination issues. The use of materials with photothermal effects significantly enhances the efficiency of photocatalytic hydrogen production.

ECOMAT (2021)

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Bimetallic phosphide NixCo1-xP decorated flower-like ZnIn2S4 for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Yumeng Wang et al.

Summary: Promoting electron-hole separation and migration is crucial for enhancing the rate of photocatalytic hydrogen production. In this study, NixCo1-xP modified ZnIn2S4 nanoflowers were prepared, with 2%Ni0.1Co0.9P-ZIS showing the highest hydrogen production rate under visible light irradiation. The close contact between ZIS and Ni0.1Co0.9P was found to be the key factor in improving the photocatalytic performance.

NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY (2021)

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Constructing CuNi dual active sites on ZnIn2S4 for highly photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Jingyi Jin et al.

Summary: A feasible strategy of depositing a non-noble bimetallic cocatalyst on a ZnIn2S4 surface was proposed, which significantly enhanced the hydrogen evolution activity in a novel photocatalytic system. The highest hydrogen generation rate was achieved on the 12% Cu2Ni1-ZIS sample, demonstrating the potential of utilizing non-noble bimetallic cocatalysts for optimizing the H-2 evolution performance of ZnIn2S4-based photocatalysts.

CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2021)

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Co3C as a promising cocatalyst for superior photocatalytic H2 production based on swift electron transfer processes

Rana Muhammad Irfan et al.

Summary: Utilizing Co3C as a cocatalyst can significantly enhance the efficiency of photocatalytic hydrogen production on CdS nanorods, demonstrating its potential as a universal cocatalyst. This study provides a promising approach for inexpensive H-2 production.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C (2021)

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Density Functional Theory Study of ZnIn2S4 and CdIn2S4 Polymorphs Using Full-Potential Linearized Augmented Plane Wave Method and Modified Becke-Johnson Potential

Yuan Jue Zhang et al.

PHYSICA STATUS SOLIDI B-BASIC SOLID STATE PHYSICS (2020)

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Nanohybrid photocatalysts with ZnIn2S4 nanosheets encapsulated UiO-66 octahedral nanoparticles for visible-light-driven hydrogen generation

Xinxin Peng et al.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2020)

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Noble-metal-free Ni2P modified step-scheme SnNb2O6/CdS-diethylenetriamine for photocatalytic hydrogen production under broadband light irradiation

Taiping Hu et al.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2020)

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SiO2@TiO2 Core Shell Nanoparticles Deposited on 2D-Layered ZnIn2S4 to Form a Ternary Heterostructure for Simultaneous Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production and Organic Pollutant Degradation

Lan Wang et al.

INORGANIC CHEMISTRY (2020)

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Ultrathin ZnIn2S4 Nanosheets Anchored on Ti3C2TX MXene for Photocatalytic H2 Evolution

Gancheng Zuo et al.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2020)

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Hydrogen fuel in scramjet engines - A brief review

Gautam Choubey et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2020)

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Near-infrared absorbing 2D/3D ZnIn2S4/N-doped graphene photocatalyst for highly efficient CO2 capture and photocatalytic reduction

Yang Xia et al.

SCIENCE CHINA-MATERIALS (2020)

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Photoredox dual reaction for selective alcohol oxidation and hydrogen evolution over nickel surface-modified ZnIn2S4

Qiong Lin et al.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2020)

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S-Scheme Heterojunction Photocatalyst

Quanlong Xu et al.

CHEM (2020)

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BiVO4@ZnIn2S4/Ti3C2 MXene quantum dots assembly all-solid-state direct Z-Scheme photocatalysts for efficient visible-light-driven overall water splitting

Xin Du et al.

APPLIED MATERIALS TODAY (2020)

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Atomic insights for Ag Interstitial/Substitutional doping into ZnIn2S4 nanoplates and intimate coupling with reduced graphene oxide for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen production by water splitting

Yu Gao et al.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2020)

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All solid-state Z-scheme CeO2/ZnIn2S4 hybrid for the photocatalytic selective oxidation of aromatic alcohols coupled with hydrogen evolution

Chunli Jiang et al.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2020)

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Recent developments and perspectives in CdS-based photocatalysts for water splitting

Jamal Abdul Nasir et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2020)

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Enhanced carrier separation and increased electron density in 2D heavily N-doped ZnIn2S4 for photocatalytic hydrogen production

Chun Du et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2020)

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Mo-Doped ZnIn2S4 Flower-Like Hollow Microspheres for Improved Visible Light-Driven Hydrogen Evolution

Fangshu Xing et al.

SOLAR RRL (2020)

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Facilein situformation of a ternary 3D ZnIn2S4-MoS2microsphere/1D CdS nanorod heterostructure for high-efficiency visible-light photocatalytic H2production

Lan Wang et al.

NANOSCALE (2020)

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An anti-symmetric dual (ASD) Z-scheme photocatalytic system: (ZnIn2S4/Er3+:Y3Al5O12@ZnTiO3/CaIn2S4) for organic pollutants degradation with simultaneous hydrogen evolution

Jing Wang et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2019)

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Efficient utilization of photogenerated electrons and holes for photocatalytic redox reactions using visible light-driven Au/ZnIn2S4 hybrid

Taotao Zhu et al.

JOURNAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (2019)

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Half-unit-cell ZnIn2S4 monolayer with sulfur vacancies for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Chun Du et al.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2019)

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Visible-light-driven coproduction of diesel precursors and hydrogen from lignocellulose-derived methylfurans

Nengchao Luo et al.

NATURE ENERGY (2019)

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3D Hierarchical ZnIn2S4 Nanosheets with Rich Zn Vacancies Boosting Photocatalytic CO2 Reduction

Yiqiang He et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2019)

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Synergy of Dopants and Defects in Graphitic Carbon Nitride with Exceptionally Modulated Band Structures for Efficient Photocatalytic Oxygen Evolution

Daming Zhao et al.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2019)

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Multifunctional hierarchical ZnIn2S4 ± δ microflowers with photocatalytic and pseudocapacitive behavior

R. Janani et al.

SOLAR ENERGY (2019)

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Atomic Insights for Optimum and Excess Doping in Photocatalysis: A Case Study of Few-Layer Cu-ZnIn2S44

Pengfei Wang et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2019)

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Vibrationally Excited Activation of N2 in Plasma-Enhanced Catalytic Ammonia Synthesis: A Kinetic Analysis

Kevin H. R. Rouwenhorst et al.

ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING (2019)

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Rational design of Z-scheme PtS-ZnIn2S4/WO3-MnO2 for overall photo catalytic water splitting under visible light

Yao Ding et al.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2019)

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Toward practical solar hydrogen production - an artificial photosynthetic leaf-to-farm challenge

Jin Hyun Kim et al.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2019)

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Recent developments in heterogeneous photocatalysts for solar-driven overall water splitting

Zheng Wang et al.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2019)

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Generalized Synthesis of Ternary Sulfide Hollow Structures with Enhanced Photocatalytic Performance for Degradation and Hydrogen Evolution

Shuoping Ding et al.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2018)

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Construction of urchin-like ZnIn2S4-Au-TiO2 heterostructure with enhanced activity for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Guang Yang et al.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2018)

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Construction of heterostructured ZnIn2S4@NH2-MIL-125(Ti) nanocomposites for visible-light-driven H-2 production

Hong Liu et al.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2018)

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Photocatalytic synthesis of Schiff base compounds in the coupled system of aromatic alcohols and nitrobenzene using CdXZn1-XS photocatalysts

Yahui Wu et al.

JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2018)

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Tremella-like ZnIn2S4/graphene composite based photoelectrochemical sensor for sensitive detection of dopamine

Huili Ye et al.

TALANTA (2018)

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Recent advances in synthesis, modification and photocatalytic applications of micro/nano-structured zinc indium sulfide

Yang Pan et al.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2018)

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Magnetically separable nanocomposites based on ZnO and their applications in photocatalytic processes: A review

Maryam Shekofteh-Gohari et al.

CRITICAL REVIEWS IN ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (2018)

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Formation of Hierarchical Co9S8@ZnIn2S4 Heterostructured Cages as an Efficient Photocatalyst for Hydrogen Evolution

Sibo Wang et al.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2018)

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MoS2 Quantum Dot Growth Induced by S Vacancies in a ZnIn2S4 Monolayer: Atomic-Level Heterostructure for Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production

Shuqu Zhang et al.

ACS NANO (2018)

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Photocatalytic coupling of amines to imidazoles using a Mo-ZnIn2S4 catalyst

Min Wang et al.

GREEN CHEMISTRY (2017)

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Formation of ZnIn2S4 nanosheets and tubular structures in organic media

Milica V. Carevic et al.

MATERIALS RESEARCH BULLETIN (2017)

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Particulate photocatalysts for overall water splitting

Shanshan Chen et al.

NATURE REVIEWS MATERIALS (2017)

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Construction of Z-scheme photocatalytic systems using ZnIn2S4, CoOx-loaded Bi2MoO6 and reduced graphene oxide electron mediator and its efficient nonsacrificial water splitting under visible light

Shipeng Wan et al.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2017)

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Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Compounds: Photocatalysts for Redox Reactions and Solar Fuel Production

Amarajothi Dhakshinamoorthy et al.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2016)

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Enhanced Photoexcited Carrier Separation in Oxygen-Doped ZnIn2S4 Nanosheets for Hydrogen Evolution

Wenlong Yang et al.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2016)

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Layered crystalline ZnIn2S4 nanosheets: CVD synthesis and photo-electrochemical properties

Wenjin Yang et al.

NANOSCALE (2016)

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Catalytic dry reforming of waste plastics from different waste treatment plants for production of synthesis gases

Juniza Md Saad et al.

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Research progress of perovskite materials in photocatalysis- and photovoltaics-related energy conversion and environmental treatment

Wei Wang et al.

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Z-Schematic Water Splitting into H2 and O2 Using Metal Sulfide as a Hydrogen-Evolving Photocatalyst and Reduced Graphene Oxide as a Solid-State Electron Mediator

Katsuya Iwashina et al.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2015)

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Nanocomposite heterojunctions as sunlight-driven photocatalysts for hydrogen production from water splitting

Mohammad Reza Gholipour et al.

NANOSCALE (2015)

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Synthesis of hexagonal and cubic ZnIn2S4 nanosheets for the photocatalytic reduction of CO2 with methanol

Jingshuai Chen et al.

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Selective Aerobic Oxidation Mediated by TiO2 Photocatalysis

Xianjun Lang et al.

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Life-cycle net energy assessment of large-scale hydrogen production via photoelectrochemical water splitting

Roger Sathre et al.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2014)

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Improving photocatalytic activity for hydrogen evolution over ZnIn2S4 under visible-light: A case study of rare earth modification

Fei Tian et al.

INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HYDROGEN ENERGY (2014)

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Facile solution-based fabrication of ZnIn2S4 nanocrystalline thin films and their photoelectrochemical properties

Yian Xie et al.

JOURNAL OF POWER SOURCES (2014)

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Physicals and electrochemical properties of ZnIn2S4 thin films grown by electrodeposition route

Ibtissem Ben Assaker et al.

SUPERLATTICES AND MICROSTRUCTURES (2014)

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Size- and shape-controlled synthesis of ZnIn2S4 nanocrystals with high photocatalytic performance

Shengjie Peng et al.

CRYSTENGCOMM (2013)

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Synthesis and Characterization of ZnIn2S4 Nanoparticles by a Facile Microwave Approach

Masoud Salavati-Niasari et al.

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Synthesis and Photocatalytic Performance of ZnIn2S4 Nanotubes and Nanowires

Liang Shi et al.

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Identification of Bi2WO6 as a highly selective visible-light photocatalyst toward oxidation of glycerol to dihydroxyacetone in water

Yanhui Zhang et al.

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A Unique Silk Mat-Like Structured Pd/CeO2 as an Efficient Visible Light Photocatalyst for Green Organic Transformation in Water

Yanhui Zhang et al.

ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING (2013)

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Improving Photocatalytic Performance for Hydrogen Generation over Co-Doped ZnIn2S4 under Visible Light

Yuan Wen-Hui et al.

ACTA PHYSICO-CHIMICA SINICA (2013)

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Exploring the Different Photocatalytic Performance for Dye Degradations over Hexagonal ZnIn2S4 Microspheres and Cubic ZnIn2S4 Nanoparticles

Yongjuan Chen et al.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2012)

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TiO2 photocatalysis: Design and applications

Kazuya Nakata et al.

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Selective Alcohol Dehydrogenation and Hydrogenolysis with Semiconductor-Metal Photocatalysts: Toward Solar-to-Chemical Energy Conversion of Biomass-Relevant Substrates

T. Purnima A. Ruberu et al.

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Improving visible-light photocatalytic activity for hydrogen evolution over ZnIn2S4: A case study of alkaline-earth metal doping

Shaohua Shen et al.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICS AND CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS (2012)

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Microwave-assisted hydrothermal synthesis of marigold-like ZnIn2S4 microspheres and their visible light photocatalytic activity

Zhixin Chen et al.

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Artificial photosynthesis for solar water-splitting

Yasuhiro Tachibana et al.

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Controlled syntheses of cubic and hexagonal ZnIn2S4 nanostructures with different visible-light photocatalytic performance

Yongjuan Chen et al.

DALTON TRANSACTIONS (2011)

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Ecofriendly hydrogen production from abundant hydrogen sulfide using solar light-driven hierarchical nanostructured ZnIn2S4 photocatalyst

Nilima S. Chaudhari et al.

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Microwave-assisted hydrothermal synthesis of transition-metal doped ZnIn2S4 and its photocatalytic activity for hydrogen evolution under visible light

Shaohua Shen et al.

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Insights into photoluminescence property and photocatalytic activity of cubic and rhombohedral ZnIn2S4

Shaohua Shen et al.

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Nanoparticulate precursor route to fine particles of TaON and ZrO2-TaON solid solution and their photocatalytic activity for hydrogen evolution under visible light

Kazuhiko Maeda et al.

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A metal-free polymeric photocatalyst for hydrogen production from water under visible light

Xinchen Wang et al.

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Preparation and characterization of ZnIn2S4 thin films deposited by spray pyrolysis for hydrogen production

Mingtao Li et al.

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A review and recent developments in photocatalytic water-splitting using TiO2 for hydrogen production

Meng Ni et al.

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Shape-controlled synthesis of ternary chalcogenide ZnIn2S4 and CuIn(S,Se)2 nano-/microstructures via facile solution route

Xinglong Gou et al.

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Photocatalytic water reduction under visible light on a novel ZnIn2S4 catalyst synthesized by hydrothermal method

ZB Lei et al.

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Subcritical solvothermal synthesis of condensed inorganic materials

RI Walton

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