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Summary: A series of non-noble metal single-atom catalysts of Mo2CS2-MXene for CO2 reduction have been systematically investigated, with Fe-Mo2CS2 showing the lowest limiting potential and highest electrocatalytic activity. These catalysts can effectively inhibit the competitive hydrogen evolution reaction and control the products of CO2 reduction to be non-completely CH4. Ab initio molecular dynamics simulations have also demonstrated the stable existence of these catalysts at room temperature, highlighting their promising potential for electrochemical reduction of CO2.

CHEMISTRY-A EUROPEAN JOURNAL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Ultrathin 2D Ti3C2 MXene Co-catalyst anchored on porous g-C3N4 for enhanced photocatalytic CO2 reduction under visible-light irradiation

Juanmin Hu et al.

Summary: The study focused on constructing an efficient photocatalyst for converting CO2 into valuable fuel, where Ti3C2 was anchored on porous g-C3N4 through chemical bonding to achieve high CH4 production under visible light. The exceptional performance was attributed to the enhanced CO2 adsorption/activation capability and improved light-harvesting capability.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Interaction of First Row Transition Metals with M2C (M = Ti, Zr, Hf, V, Nb, Ta, Cr, Mo, and W) MXenes: A Quest for Single-Atom Catalysts

Hedda Oschinski et al.

Summary: Through first-principles calculations based on the density functional theory, the study demonstrates that MXenes are suitable substrates for anchoring single-metal atoms, allowing the tuning of properties of M@MXene and the control of its charge state. Zn atoms anchored on MXenes appear as potential candidates for single-atom catalysts, providing a rational guide for designing new SAC catalysts based on MXenes.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Isolated copper single sites for high-performance electroreduction of carbon monoxide to multicarbon products

Haihong Bao et al.

Summary: Electrochemical carbon monoxide reduction is a promising strategy for producing high-value multicarbon compounds, but low selectivities and Faradaic efficiencies are common. In this study, a single-atom copper catalyst supported on MXene showed high performance and stability in CO reduction.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Engineering 2D Photocatalysts toward Carbon Dioxide Reduction

Yansong Zhou et al.

Summary: Photocatalytic technology is an attractive strategy for driving chemical reactions using renewable solar energy to address energy and environmental concerns. Recent research has focused on 2D nanomaterials in photocatalytic CO2 reduction due to their unique structural properties. Ongoing development of modification strategies for 2D nanomaterials can enhance light absorption, promote charge carrier separation, and improve CO2 activation, thus boosting photocatalytic efficiency.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2021)

Article Environmental Sciences

A proposed global layout of carbon capture and storage in line with a 2 °C climate target

Yi-Ming Wei et al.

Summary: A global layout for carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) is crucial for limiting global warming, with a proposed strategy matching carbon sources and sinks in 85 countries and regions. The findings show economic feasibility with identified carbon clusters and sinks, but global collaboration is needed for implementation.

NATURE CLIMATE CHANGE (2021)

Review Green & Sustainable Science & Technology

Photocatalytic and electrocatalytic reduction of CO2 and N2 by Ti3C2 MXene supported composites for a cleaner environment: A review

Adem Sreedhar et al.

Summary: Improving the morphology of Ti3C2 MXene can enhance its efficiency in photocatalytic CO2 reduction, potentially achieving the generation of useful energy-rich hydrocarbon fuels and reducing global warming simultaneously; Ti3C2 MXene supported composites have attracted significant interest in CO2 and N2 reduction, contributing to the development of a sustainable clean society.

JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Selective Etching Quaternary MAX Phase toward Single Atom Copper Immobilized MXene (Ti3C2Clx) for Efficient CO2 Electroreduction to Methanol

Qi Zhao et al.

Summary: An efficient method for producing single atom copper immobilized MXene for catalyzing CO2 reduction to methanol through selective etching of hybrid A layers in quaternary MAX phases was demonstrated. The single atom Cu catalyst exhibited high Faradaic efficiency and good electrocatalytic stability, attributed to its unique electronic structure and surface functional groups.

ACS NANO (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Halogen Etch of Ti3AlC2 MAX Phase for MXene Fabrication

Ali Jawaid et al.

Summary: A new room-temperature etching method using halogens in anhydrous media can synthesize MXenes from Ti3AlC2, providing opportunities for controlled surface chemistries to modulate MXene properties. The radical-mediated process strongly depends on various factors, such as the molar ratio of halogen to MAX phase, concentration of halogen, solvent, and temperature.

ACS NANO (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Cu2O/Ti3C2 MXene heterojunction photocatalysts for improved CO2 photocatalytic reduction performance

Junzheng Zhang et al.

Summary: Photocatalytic CO2 reduction using Cu2O/Ti3C2Tx heterojunction composites shows improved activity due to in situ growth promoting electron-hole pair separation and Ti3C2Tx acting as an electron acceptor for enhanced reduction reaction.

APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

2D Vanadium Carbide (MXene) for Electrochemical Synthesis of Ammonia Under Ambient Conditions

Jiaojiao Xia et al.

Summary: In this study, 2D vanadium carbide was synthesized and used as an efficient electrocatalyst for electrocatalytic N-2 reduction reaction. The catalyst showed high NH3 yield rate and Faradaic efficiency, with theoretical calculations demonstrating low reaction barrier.

CATALYSIS LETTERS (2021)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Nanoconfined deep eutectic solvent in laminated MXene for efficient CO2 separation

Hanqing Lin et al.

Summary: The new supported liquid membrane with deep eutectic solvent incorporated into nanoslits of titanium carbide membrane achieves efficient CO2 separation and recovery, showing good CO2 selectivity and high thermal stability.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

2D MXenes: Tunable Mechanical and Tribological Properties

Brian C. Wyatt et al.

Summary: MXenes, as two-dimensional materials, have wide applications in energy, electronics, sensors, etc., with their mechanical properties, flexibility, and strong adhesion playing key roles. Despite the critical nature of MXenes' performance, further exploration is needed in understanding their mechanical and tribological behavior.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Enhanced Fe 3d delocalization and moderate spin polarization in Fe-Ni atomic pairs for bifunctional ORR and OER electrocatalysis

Hongguan Li et al.

Summary: This study reveals the significant impact of the cooperative interplay between charge itineration and spin-polarization of electrons on catalytic behavior through density functional theory calculations. The Fe-Ni atomic pair is reported as a superior bifunctional catalyst for high performance ORR and OER, with a very small potential difference (Delta E) of 0.691 V. The coexistence of Fe 3d itinerant charge and moderate spin polarization is responsible for the superior functional catalytic activity for the Fe-Ni atomic pairs.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Coupling electrochemical CO2 conversion with CO2 capture

Ian Sullivan et al.

Summary: Electrochemical CO2 conversion into fuels or chemicals and CO2 capture from point or dilute sources are two important processes to address the gigaton challenges in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Both processes are energy intensive, but synergistic coupling between them can improve energy efficiency and reduce costs, by eliminating the need for CO2 transport and storage or capture media regeneration.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Engineering the Cu/Mo2CTx (MXene) interface to drive CO2 hydrogenation to methanol

Hui Zhou et al.

Summary: In this study, an optimized Cu/Mo2CTx interface was achieved through engineering methods, leading to higher efficiency in the catalytic conversion of CO2 to methanol. Density functional theory calculations confirmed the critical role of the interface between Cu and Mo2CTx in stabilizing reaction intermediates.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2021)

Editorial Material Chemistry, Physical

A breath of fresh air

Benjamin Martindale et al.

Summary: Staff Sheehan, a co-founder and Chief Technology Officer at Air Company, discusses how the startup uses heterogeneous catalysis to convert CO2 into valuable products. In the interview with Nature Catalysis, he shares insights on the company's innovation and the potential applications of chemical reactions in various fields.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

High-purity and high-concentration liquid fuels through CO2 electroreduction

Peng Zhu et al.

Summary: Liquid fuels generated from the electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction have high energy densities and storage advantages, but are often produced in low concentrations and mixed with impurities due to limitations in current traditional CO2 electrolyzers and CO2RR catalysts. Strategies in reactor engineering and catalyst improvement are proposed to overcome these challenges and make electrochemical production of liquid fuels more competitive in the future.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2021)

Editorial Material Chemistry, Physical

Electrocatalytic conversion of carbon dioxide for the Paris goals

Sarah M. Jordaan et al.

Summary: The electrocatalytic conversion of CO2 into useful products can contribute to the Paris goals by utilizing abundant low-carbon power and technological advances. Coordinated efforts are needed to support the commercialization of such capture and catalytic technologies while deploying the necessary infrastructure.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2021)

Editorial Material Chemistry, Physical

Electrifying start-up

Benjamin Martindale

Summary: David Wakerley and Sarah Lamaison, co-founders of Dioxycle, are developing scaled-up CO2 electrolysis systems. In their interview with Nature Catalysis, they discuss navigating the green tech start-up space during a time of significant global change.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Uniting biological and chemical strategies for selective CO2 reduction

Hannah S. Shafaat et al.

Summary: This Perspective discusses the complexity and challenges of electrochemical CO2 reduction, as well as how motifs observed in nature can be used to improve selectivity in synthetic systems. Researchers outline the thermodynamic and kinetic factors for designing improved catalysts, and draw parallels between synthetic systems and natural enzymes. By identifying key features that support highly efficient CO2 conversion reactions in nature, synthetic catalysts can be constructed to leverage similar chemical principles.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Solar methanol energy storage

Athanasios A. Tountas et al.

Summary: Methanol is a leading candidate for storage of solar-energy-derived renewable electricity, achieving this through the cyclic use of carbon and addressing challenges such as storage energy density, size, and transportability. Deployment of this energy storage technology is necessary as global energy grids become more sustainable.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

One-step synthesis of visible light CO2 reduction photocatalyst from carbon nanotubes encapsulating iodine molecules

Ayar Al-zubaidi et al.

Summary: A three-component composite consisting of AgI, AgIO3, and SWCNTs was successfully synthesized by immersing SWCNTs encapsulating iodine molecules in AgNO3 aqueous solution. This composite exhibited catalytic properties for CO2 photoreduction under visible light, suggesting the possible transfer of visible light-excited electrons from AgI via SWCNTs.

SCIENTIFIC REPORTS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Ten Years of Progress in the Synthesis and Development of MXenes

Michael Naguib et al.

Summary: Since their discovery in 2011, the number of 2D transition metal carbides and nitrides (MXenes) has steadily increased to over 40 compositions, potentially becoming the largest family of 2D materials. MXenes exhibit unique properties such as high electrical conductivity, which make them useful in various applications like energy storage and optoelectronics. The production of MXenes using methods like selective etching has led to rapid growth in research publications and patents, indicating promising commercialization potential.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

HCl-Based Hydrothermal Etching Strategy toward Fluoride-Free MXenes

Changda Wang et al.

Summary: MXenes are promising electrode materials in energy generation and storage due to their ultrathin layered structure and rich elemental variety, but the presence of fluoride in traditional synthesis methods leads to performance decline. Density functional theory calculations demonstrate the etching feasibility of hydrochloric acid on MAX phases, and the successful preparation of high-efficiency fluoride-free Mo2C MXenes with excellent electrochemical performance is achieved.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Advances in the Synthesis of 2D MXenes

Yi Wei et al.

Summary: MXenes, versatile materials with adjustable structures and rich surface chemistry, have been recognized as potential 2D materials for various applications. Recent research has focused on synthetic routes, etching methods, and delamination strategies for large-scale preparation and stable storage. Antioxidation strategies for MXenes have also been summarized for future developments and practical applications.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Machine learning and symbolic regression investigation on stability of MXene materials

Mu He et al.

Summary: This paper explores material stability of An+1Bn-type MXenes using machine learning and symbolic regression, demonstrating the feasibility of these methods for classification and description of material stability.

COMPUTATIONAL MATERIALS SCIENCE (2021)

Article Energy & Fuels

Noble-Metal-Free Bi/g-C3N4 Nanohybrids for Efficient Photocatalytic CO2 Reduction under Simulated Irradiation

Jing-wen Gu et al.

Summary: Novel Schottky-junction photocatalysts Bi-metal-deposited g-C3N4 were constructed via a one-step solvothermal process for photocatalytic CO2 reduction, showing extreme activity and excellent stability. The enhancement in photocatalytic performance can be attributed to the increased photon absorption capacity and decreased recombination rate of photoinduced carriers in the system.

ENERGY & FUELS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Tuning the Activity of Molybdenum Carbide MXenes for CO2 Electroreduction by Embedding the Single Transition-Metal Atom

Yue Zhang et al.

Summary: M@Mo2C MXenes, such as Fe@Mo2C and Co@Mo2C, show higher activity and selectivity towards CO2 reduction to CH4, highlighting potential as promising electrocatalysts for CO2 reduction to methane or methanol at low overpotentials. Additionally, Fe@Mo2C may also reduce CO2 to C2H4 and CH3CH2OH, demonstrating its potential as a 2D electrocatalytic material for CO2 reduction to C1 and C2 products.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Synergizing metal-support interactions and spatial confinement boosts dynamics of atomic nickel for hydrogenations

Jian Gu et al.

Summary: The synergistic effect of metal-support interactions and spatial confinement enhances the catalytic performance of highly loaded atomic nickel on a graphitic carbon nitride support, leading to improved coke inhibition and outstanding activity in hydrogenation reactions. This approach provides a pathway to design efficient, stable, and highly loaded atomically dispersed catalysts with superior catalytic performance compared to traditional metal nanoparticles.

NATURE NANOTECHNOLOGY (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Gold-like activity copper-like selectivity of heteroatomic transition metal carbides for electrocatalytic carbon dioxide reduction reaction

Mohammadreza Esmaeilirad et al.

Summary: The study investigates the performance of two-dimensional transition metal carbides in electrochemical CO2 reduction to methane, demonstrating superior activity, selectivity, and low overpotentials. The findings suggest potential for developing new catalysts for selective CO2 electroreduction processes.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Orbital coupling of hetero-diatomic nickel-iron site for bifunctional electrocatalysis of CO2 reduction and oxygen evolution

Zhiping Zeng et al.

Summary: Diatomic site catalysts utilize two adjacent atomic metal species for their complementary functionalities and synergistic actions. The orbital coupling of hetero-diatomic nickel-iron site boosts CO2 reduction reaction and oxygen evolution reaction.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Construction of Few-Layer Ti3C2 MXene and Boron-Doped g-C3N4 for Enhanced Photocatalytic CO2 Reduction

Haiqiang Wang et al.

Summary: The study demonstrates the combination of boron-doped graphitic carbon nitride and few-layer MXene for photocatalytic CO2 conversion, showing significantly higher yields under visible light and excellent stability. Characterizations such as spectroscopy and current-time curves indicate the synergistic effect of boron dopants and MXene addition in enhancing photocatalytic activity.

ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING (2021)

Article Chemistry, Applied

3D hierarchical architecture collaborating with 2D/2D interface interaction in NiAl-LDH/Ti3C2 nanocomposite for efficient and selective photoconversion of CO2

Qunrong Shi et al.

Summary: A 3D hierarchical NiAl-LDH/Ti3C2 nanocomposite was constructed for photocatalytic CO2 conversion with high yield and selectivity. By optimizing the ratio of Ti3C2 and NiAl-LDH precursors, a uniform 2D/2D interface was formed, promoting efficient separation of electron-hole pairs. The maximum CO production rate reached 11.82 μmol g(-1)h(-1) with 92% selectivity and superior stability.

JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

In-situ annealed M-scheme MXene-based photocatalyst for enhanced photoelectric performance and highly selective CO2 photoreduction

Yizhang Wu et al.

Summary: A novel M-scheme photocatalyst CeO2/Ti3C2/TiO2 (CTT) was developed for efficient CO2 reduction and selective methane generation. The dual heterojunction in CTT significantly promotes charge carrier transfer, improves photoelectric performance, reduces by-products, and enhances methane selectivity in the reaction.

NANO ENERGY (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Highlights and challenges in the selective reduction of carbon dioxide to methanol

Sara Navarro-Jaen et al.

Summary: This review compares different pathways for CO2 reduction to methanol and discusses the advantages and drawbacks of various catalysts, concluding that heterogeneous hydrogenation catalysis and electrocatalysis show the most promise for large-scale methanol synthesis from CO2.

NATURE REVIEWS CHEMISTRY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

A simple approach to synthesis Cr2CTx MXene for efficient hydrogen evolution reaction

Xinshu Zou et al.

Summary: This study proposes a simple strategy for synthesizing ultra-thin Cr2CTx MXenes with superior performance in hydrogen evolution reaction and high stability. The fabricated material exceeds even Pt catalyst in terms of performance, showcasing potential for practical applications.

MATERIALS TODAY ENERGY (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Two-dimensional materials for electrochemical CO2 reduction: materials, in situ/operando characterizations, and perspective

Zuolong Chen et al.

Summary: Electrochemical CO2 reduction is an efficient approach to achieve eco-friendly energy generation and environmental sustainability, with 2D materials as promising catalyst candidates. Understanding the fundamental reaction mechanisms in CO2 ECR is crucial, requiring advanced in situ and operando characterizations.

NANOSCALE (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Carbon dioxide and nitrogen reduction reactions using 2D transition metal dichalcogenide (TMDC) and carbide/nitride (MXene) catalysts

Zhaodong Li et al.

Summary: Improving CO2RR and NRR reactions can reduce greenhouse gas emissions and produce needed chemicals; 2D TMDCs and MXenes can efficiently undergo CO2RR and NRR by controlling defects, phases, edge sites, interfaces, and functional groups.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Electrocatalytic reduction of CO2 and CO to multi-carbon compounds over Cu-based catalysts

Wenchao Ma et al.

Summary: This tutorial review explores the electrocatalytic reduction of CO2 with H2O to multi-carbon (C2+) compounds, focusing on the similarities and differences in the electrocatalytic CO2 and CO reduction reactions (CO2RR and CORR) into C2+ compounds over Cu-based catalysts. It discusses fundamental aspects, reaction mechanisms, efficient catalysts, and key factors determining selectivity, activity, and stability. Opportunities, challenges, and future trends in the electrocatalytic CO2RR and CORR are also highlighted for the synthesis of C2+ olefins and oxygenates.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Well-defined Fe-Cu diatomic sites for efficient catalysis of CO2 electroreduction

Manman Feng et al.

Summary: The nitrogen-doped carbon matrix with precisely controlled Fe-Cu diatom sites synthesized through a metal-organic framework exhibits excellent performance in CO2 reduction reaction, outperforming most reported atomically dispersed catalysts. This work provides a new approach for advancing universal synthesis strategies to construct heteronuclear diatomic catalysts and explore synergistic effects.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Activating two-dimensional Ti3C2Tx-MXene with single-atom cobalt for efficient CO2 photoreduction

Yi-Hong Chen et al.

Summary: Artificial CO2 photoreduction to solar fuels using renewable energy sources is an eco-friendly and sustainable solution. This research shows that anchoring single cobalt atoms on two-dimensional Ti3C2Tx-MXene nano-sheets can significantly enhance the production rate of CO, providing a new avenue for the rational design of high-activity MXene-based photocatalysts for artificial CO2 conversion.

CELL REPORTS PHYSICAL SCIENCE (2021)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Layered double hydroxide-based photocatalytic materials toward renewable solar fuels production

Xuanang Bian et al.

Summary: Photocatalysis is a green technology used to drive chemical reactions under mild conditions, providing solutions to global energy and environmental issues. Layered double hydroxides (LDHs) have gained attention in photocatalysis due to their easy synthesis, low cost, and tunability. Recent research focuses on improving the performance of LDH-based photocatalysts through design strategies for high-performance solar fuel generation.

INFOMAT (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

High-throughput computational discovery of ternary-layered MAX phases and prediction of their exfoliation for formation of 2D MXenes

Rasoul Khaledialidusti et al.

Summary: The study aims to expand the MAX phase family, through systematic research on 1122 candidate materials, it is found that 466 MAX compounds can be synthesized, among which 136 can form MXenes.

NANOSCALE (2021)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Construction of a Z-scheme heterojunction for high-efficiency visible-light-driven photocatalytic CO2 reduction

Guoqiang Zhang et al.

Summary: The article introduces the research progress and advantages of using Z-scheme heterojunction photocatalysts to convert CO2, pointing out its great potential in improving efficiency, stability, and light responsiveness.

NANOSCALE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Electrocatalytic CO2 reduction on earth abundant 2D Mo2C and Ti3C2 MXenes

Nuwan H. Attanayake et al.

Summary: Mo2C and Ti3C2 MXenes show high efficiency as electrocatalysts for the CO2 reduction reaction, with Mo2C exhibiting a faradaic efficiency of 90% and Ti3C2 exhibiting a faradaic efficiency of 65%. The use of an ionic liquid electrolyte suppresses the competing hydrogen evolution reaction, allowing for improved CO2 reduction efficiency.

CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

MXenes: promising donor and acceptor materials for high-efficiency heterostructure solar cells

Yinggan Zhang et al.

Summary: The study comprehensively evaluates 64 two-dimensional MXenes through density functional theory calculations and identifies Zr2CO2 (Hf2CO2) and Ti2CO2 as promising donor and acceptor materials for solar cells. The heterostructures show a moderate band gap, high absorbance coefficient, and efficient electron-hole separation, leading to competitive photocurrents and high power conversion efficiencies, paving the way for the potential application of MXenes as photovoltaic materials.

SUSTAINABLE ENERGY & FUELS (2021)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Photo/Electrochemical Applications of Metal Sulfide/TiO2 Heterostructures

Lingxia Zheng et al.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2020)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

B-O Bonds in Ultrathin Boron Nitride Nanosheets to Promote Photocatalytic Carbon Dioxide Conversion

Yuehan Cao et al.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2020)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Scalable Synthesis of Ti3C2Tx MXene

Christopher E. Shuck et al.

ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATERIALS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Z-Scheme Photocatalytic Systems for Carbon Dioxide Reduction: Where Are We Now?

Wenhao Zhang et al.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Decorating g-C3N4 with alkalinized Ti3C2 MXene for promoted photocatalytic CO2 reduction performance

Qijun Tang et al.

JOURNAL OF COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE (2020)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Atomic-Level Reactive Sites for Semiconductor-Based Photocatalytic CO2 Reduction

Yanzhao Zhang et al.

ADVANCED ENERGY MATERIALS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Photoelectrochemical Conversion of Carbon Dioxide (CO2) into Fuels and Value-Added Products

Vignesh Kumaravel et al.

ACS ENERGY LETTERS (2020)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

A hydrofluoric acid-free synthesis of 2D vanadium carbide (V2C) MXene for supercapacitor electrodes

Yunfeng Guan et al.

2D MATERIALS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Photocatalytic CO2 Reduction to C2+Products

Josep Albero et al.

ACS CATALYSIS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Fabrication of ZnO-Fe-MXene Based Nanocomposites for Efficient CO2 Reduction

Karthik Kannan et al.

CATALYSTS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Positioning MXenes in the Photocatalysis Landscape: Competitiveness, Challenges, and Future Perspectives

Xiuqiang Xie et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Recent Progress in MXene-Based Materials: Potential High-Performance Electrocatalysts

Anmin Liu et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

Photocatalytic CO2 reduction over metal-organic framework-based materials

Dandan Li et al.

COORDINATION CHEMISTRY REVIEWS (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

M2C-type MXenes: Promising catalysts for CO2 capture and reduction

Zhonglu Guo et al.

APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE (2020)

Article Chemistry, Physical

2D/2D/0D TiO2/C3N4/Ti3C2 MXene composite S-scheme photocatalyst with enhanced CO2 reduction activity

Fei He et al.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2020)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Defect-Enhanced CO2Reduction Catalytic Performance in O-Terminated MXenes

Hetian Chen et al.

CHEMSUSCHEM (2020)

Article Green & Sustainable Science & Technology

Two-dimensional fluorine-free mesoporous Mo2C MXene via UV-induced selective etching of Mo2Ga2C for energy storage

Jun Mei et al.

SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS AND TECHNOLOGIES (2020)

Review Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Ti3C2 2D MXene: Recent Progress and Perspectives in Photocatalysis

Rongdi Tang et al.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Theoretical insights into single-atom catalysts

Lulu Li et al.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Catalyst-electrolyte interface chemistry for electrochemical CO2 reduction

Young Jin Sa et al.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Recent advances in structural engineering of MXene electrocatalysts

Hao Wang et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2020)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Synthesis and recent applications of MXenes with Mo, V or Nb transition metals: a review

Liang Zhao et al.

TUNGSTEN (2020)

Review Energy & Fuels

2D MXene-Based Materials for Electrocatalysis

Jiapeng Liu et al.

TRANSACTIONS OF TIANJIN UNIVERSITY (2020)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

A highly efficient diatomic nickel electrocatalyst for CO2reduction

Meng-Jiao Sun et al.

CHEMICAL COMMUNICATIONS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Bridge engineering in photocatalysis and photoelectrocatalysis

Shuxian Zhong et al.

NANOSCALE (2020)

Review Chemistry, Physical

MXene and MXene-based composites: synthesis, properties and environment-related applications

Xiaoxue Zhan et al.

NANOSCALE HORIZONS (2020)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Progress, Challenges, and Opportunities for 2D Material Based Photodetectors

Mingsheng Long et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2019)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Accelerated Data-Driven Accurate Positioning of the Band Edges of MXenes

Avanish Mishra et al.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS (2019)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

MXene (Ti3C2) Vacancy-Confined Single-Atom Catalyst for Efficient Functionalization of CO2

Di Zhao et al.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2019)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Universal Strategy for HF-Free Facile and Rapid Synthesis of Two-dimensional MXenes as Multifunctional Energy Materials

Sin-Yi Pang et al.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2019)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Strain-tunable electronic structures and optical properties of semiconducting MXenes

Jingjing Cui et al.

NANOTECHNOLOGY (2019)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Catalytic Effect on CO2 Electroreduction by Hydroxyl-Terminated Two-Dimensional MXenes

Hetian Chen et al.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2019)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

pH-Dependent Distribution of Functional Groups on Titanium-Based MXenes

Rina Ibragimova et al.

ACS NANO (2019)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Fundamentals of TiO2 Photocatalysis: Concepts, Mechanisms, and Challenges

Qing Guo et al.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2019)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Synthesis and lithium ion storage performance of two-dimensional V4C3 MXene

Jiafeng Zhou et al.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2019)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Bismuth Single Atoms Resulting from Transformation of Metal-Organic Frameworks and Their Use as Electrocatalysts for CO2 Reduction

Erhuan Zhang et al.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2019)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Boosting the Photocatalytic Ability of Cu2O Nanowires for CO2 Conversion by MXene Quantum Dots

Zhiping Zeng et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2019)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

pH effects on the electrochemical reduction of CO(2) towards C2 products on stepped copper

Xinyan Liu et al.

NATURE COMMUNICATIONS (2019)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Two-dimensional titanium carbide MXenes as efficient non-noble metal electrocatalysts for oxygen reduction reaction

Han Lin et al.

SCIENCE CHINA-MATERIALS (2019)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Selective Lithiation-Expansion-Microexplosion Synthesis of Two-Dimensional Fluoride-Free Mxene

Zemin Sun et al.

ACS MATERIALS LETTERS (2019)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Modulation engineering of 2D MXene-based compounds for metal-ion batteries

Yadong Yu et al.

NANOSCALE (2019)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Inhibition of AlF3•3H2O Impurity Formation in Ti3C2Tx MXene Synthesis under a Unique CoFx/HCl Etching Environment

Cody B. Cockreham et al.

ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS (2019)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Monolayer Ti3C2Tx as an Effective Co-catalyst for Enhanced Photocatalytic Hydrogen Production over TiO2

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ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS (2019)

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2D/2D Heterojunction of Ultrathin MXene/Bi2WO6 Nanosheets for Improved Photocatalytic CO2 Reduction

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ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2018)

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W-Based Atomic Laminates and Their 2D Derivative W1.33C MXene with Vacancy Ordering

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ADVANCED MATERIALS (2018)

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3D Printing of Artificial Leaf with Tunable Hierarchical Porosity for CO2 Photoreduction

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CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS (2018)

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Machine-Learning-Assisted Accurate Band Gap Predictions of Functionalized MXene

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CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS (2018)

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TiO2/MXene Ti3C2 composite with excellent photocatalytic CO2 reduction activity

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JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2018)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Topochemical Deintercalation of Al from MoAIB: Stepwise Etching Pathway, Layered Intergrowth Structures, and Two-Dimensional MBene

Lucas T. Alameda et al.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2018)

Review Chemistry, Analytical

MXene: An emerging material for sensing and biosensing

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TRAC-TRENDS IN ANALYTICAL CHEMISTRY (2018)

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Novel two-dimensional Ti3C2Tx MXenes/nano- carbon sphere hybrids for high-performance microwave absorption

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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C (2018)

Review Multidisciplinary Sciences

Machine learning for molecular and materials science

Keith T. Butler et al.

NATURE (2018)

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Establishing new scaling relations on two-dimensional MXenes for CO2 electroreduction

Albertus D. Handoko et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2018)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Electronic and Optical Properties of 2D Transition Metal Carbides and Nitrides (MXenes)

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ADVANCED MATERIALS (2018)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Fluoride-Free Synthesis of Two-Dimensional Titanium Carbide (MXene) Using A Binary Aqueous System

Sheng Yang et al.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2018)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Technical photosynthesis involving CO2 electrolysis and fermentation

Thomas Haas et al.

NATURE CATALYSIS (2018)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

The peculiar effect of water on ionic liquids and deep eutectic solvents

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CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2018)

Article Electrochemistry

Preparation of High-Purity V2C MXene and Electrochemical Properties as Li-Ion Batteries

Fanfan Liu et al.

JOURNAL OF THE ELECTROCHEMICAL SOCIETY (2017)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Materials for solar fuels and chemicals

Joseph H. Montoya et al.

NATURE MATERIALS (2017)

Article Environmental Sciences

The role of CO2 capture and utilization in mitigating climate change

Niall Mac Dowell et al.

NATURE CLIMATE CHANGE (2017)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Electrochemical etching of Ti2AlC to Ti2CTx (MXene) in low-concentration hydrochloric acid solution

W. Sun et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2017)

Article Chemistry, Physical

New two-dimensional transition metal borides for Li ion batteries and electrocatalysis

Zhonglu Guo et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2017)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Strain-mediated type-I/type-II transition in MXene/Blue phosphorene van der Waals heterostructures for flexible optical/electronic devices

Zhonglu Guo et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C (2017)

Review Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

2D metal carbides and nitrides (MXenes) for energy storage

Babak Anasori et al.

NATURE REVIEWS MATERIALS (2017)

Review Chemistry, Physical

A review on photo-thermal catalytic conversion of carbon dioxide

Ee Teng Kho et al.

GREEN ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT (2017)

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Interacting Carbon Nitride and Titanium Carbide Nanosheets for High-Performance Oxygen Evolution

Tian Yi Ma et al.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2016)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

MXene Electrode for the Integration of WSe2 and MoS2 Field Effect Transistors

Jiao Xu et al.

ADVANCED FUNCTIONAL MATERIALS (2016)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

CO2 photo-reduction: insights into CO2 activation and reaction on surfaces of photocatalysts

Xiaoxia Chang et al.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2016)

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All-MXene (2D titanium carbide) solid-state microsupercapacitors for on-chip energy storage

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ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2016)

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Predicted Surface Composition and Thermodynamic Stability of MXenes in Solution

Michael Ashton et al.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY C (2016)

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Synthesis of two-dimensional titanium nitride Ti4N3 (MXene)

Patrick Urbankowski et al.

NANOSCALE (2016)

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NMR reveals the surface functionalisation of Ti3C2 MXene

Michael A. Hope et al.

PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY CHEMICAL PHYSICS (2016)

Editorial Material Environmental Sciences

COMMENTARY: Soft but significant power in the Paris Agreement

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NATURE CLIMATE CHANGE (2016)

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MXene: a promising photocatalyst for water splitting

Zhonglu Guo et al.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2016)

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Transition Metal Carbides and Nitrides in Energy Storage and Conversion

Yu Zhong et al.

ADVANCED SCIENCE (2016)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Two-Dimensional, Ordered, Double Transition Metals Carbides (MXenes)

Babak Anasori et al.

ACS NANO (2015)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

25th Anniversary Article: MXenes: A New Family of Two-Dimensional Materials

Michael Naguib et al.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2014)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Recent advances in semiconductors for photocatalytic and photoelectrochemical water splitting

Takashi Hisatomi et al.

CHEMICAL SOCIETY REVIEWS (2014)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Conductive two-dimensional titanium carbide 'clay' with high volumetric capacitance

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NATURE (2014)

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Efficient solar water-splitting using a nanocrystalline CoO photocatalyst

Longb Liao et al.

NATURE NANOTECHNOLOGY (2014)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Photocatalytic Reduction of CO2 on TiO2 and Other Semiconductors

Severin N. Habisreutinger et al.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2013)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Graphene-analogous low-dimensional materials

Qing Tang et al.

PROGRESS IN MATERIALS SCIENCE (2013)

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Re-energizing CO2 to fuels with the sun: Issues of efficiency, scale, and economics

Ellen B. Stechel et al.

JOURNAL OF CO2 UTILIZATION (2013)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Two-Dimensional Nanocrystals Produced by Exfoliation of Ti3AlC2

Michael Naguib et al.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2011)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Semiconductor-based Photocatalytic Hydrogen Generation

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CHEMICAL REVIEWS (2010)