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Recent progress in CdS-based S-scheme photocatalysts

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Exfoliated gC3N4 supported CdS nanorods as a S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst for the degradation of various textile dyes

Debika Gogoi et al.

Summary: A highly efficient and environmentally friendly photocatalyst composed of exfoliated graphitic carbon nitride and cadmium sulfide was developed for the degradation of textile dyes in wastewater. The catalyst demonstrated excellent catalytic activity and stability over multiple cycles, showing great potential for treatment of polluted effluents from textile industries.

ADVANCED POWDER TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

A Bifunctional CdS/MoO2/MoS2 Catalyst Enhances Photocatalytic H2 Evolution and Pyruvic Acid Synthesis

Chuanbiao Bie et al.

Summary: A bifunctional dual-cocatalyst-modified photocatalyst is constructed for hydrogen evolution and selective pyruvic acid production. A two-step single-electron route for pyruvic acid production is proposed based on monitoring the intermediates.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

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)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

EDA-assisted synthesis of multifunctional snowflake-Cu2S/CdZnS S-scheme heterojunction for improved the photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Guorong Wang et al.

Summary: This study successfully improved the efficiency of solar photocatalytic water decomposition for hydrogen production by constructing a 2%Cu2S/CZS step-scheme heterojunction. The introduction of Cu2S has advantages of reducing particle agglomeration, broadening the light response range, and accelerating charge separation and transfer.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Design principle of S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst

Quanlong Xu et al.

Summary: A new opinion on general design standards for S-scheme heterojunction photocatalyst was recently presented, and four types of S-scheme heterojunctions were analyzed. Specifically, the critical understanding of the curved Fermi level at the interface of S-scheme heterojunction contributes to strengthening and promoting the basic theory of photocatalysis.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Review on g-C3N4-based S-scheme heterojunction photocatalysts

Yunfeng Li et al.

Summary: With the rapid development of economy and modern industry, serious environmental pollution and energy shortage have become major urgent challenges to the human society. Photocatalysis is a promising technology to provide green energy. However, the limitations of g-C 3 N 4 , such as fast recombination of charges, limited light response range, and weak oxidation ability, restrict its photocatalytic performance. The construction of heterojunctions with g-C 3 N 4 and other semiconductor materials can effectively address these issues and improve the photocatalytic performance.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Article Chemistry, Physical

In Situ Irradiated X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy Investigation on Electron Transfer Mechanism in S-Scheme Photocatalyst

Jianjun Zhang et al.

Summary: S-scheme photocatalysts have great potential in solar fuel production. In situ irradiated X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (ISIXPS) is an effective technique to study electron transfer pathways in S-scheme heterojunctions. This Perspective provides an introduction to the development and formation mechanism of S-scheme photocatalysts, explains the principles of XPS and ISIXPS measurements, and discusses their applications in confirming interfacial electron transfer in S-scheme heterojunctions. Suggestions for future research on the utilization of ISIXPS in S-scheme heterojunctions are proposed.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Solution-based synthesis of NiS/CdS nanocomposite heterojunction for efficient visible-light-driven hydrogen evolution

I. A. Mkhalid

Summary: Hydrogen generation is a promising alternative, clean, and lightweight energy source for the future. This study successfully developed visible-light active nanocomposites by coupling nanostructured CdS nanorods with different amounts of NiS nanoparticles, resulting in efficient hydrogen production through photocatalysis. The stable p-n junction, enhanced light absorption, and reduced bandgap significantly improved the separation of photogenerated charge carriers, leading to enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen production.

OPTICAL MATERIALS (2022)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Coupling the bioanode and S-scheme CuO/CdS quantum dots photocathode for chlortetracycline degradation: Performance, mechanism and microbial community

Shuo Chen et al.

Summary: The quantum dots modified S-scheme CuO/CdS photocathode was successfully used in a bio-photoelectrochemical system for chlortetracycline degradation. The optimized photocathode exhibited great photocatalytic activity and the generated radicals contributed to the degradation of chlortetracycline.

PROCESS SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (2022)

Article Multidisciplinary Sciences

Insights into Photothermally Enhanced Photocatalytic U(VI) Extraction by a Step-Scheme Heterojunction

Yifeng Zhang et al.

Summary: This study synthesized a CdS/BiVO4 step-scheme (S-scheme) heterojunction with self-photothermally enhanced photocatalytic effect for efficient U(VI) photoextraction. Experimental results showed that the S-scheme heterojunction allowed rapid oxidation of U(VI) while avoiding the depletion of electron sacrificial agents. The rapid recombination of electron-hole pairs triggered by the heterojunction released large amounts of heat and accelerated the photocatalysis. This work provides a new enhanced strategy for photocatalytic uranium extraction and presents a direction for the design and development of new photocatalysts.

RESEARCH (2022)

Review Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Cadmium Chalcogenide (CdS, CdSe, CdTe) Quantum Dots for Solar-to-Fuel Conversion

Xianglin Xiang et al.

Summary: This review highlights the excellent performance of cadmium chalcogenide quantum dots (CdX QDs) as photocatalysts, including their visible light absorption ability and efficient charge separation properties. The atomic and electronic structures, synthetic strategies, and reaction mechanism of CdX QDs in photocatalytic solar-to-fuel conversion are discussed. The optimization strategies for improving the photocatalytic performance of CdX QDs are also addressed. Lastly, the challenges and perspectives on CdX QDs are briefly proposed.

ADVANCED PHOTONICS RESEARCH (2022)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Hollow cubic CdS@CoS/WS2 dual S-scheme heterojunction superstructure toward optimized photothermal-photocatalytic performance

Weifeng Kong et al.

Summary: In this study, hollow cubic CdS@CoS/WS2 dual S-scheme heterojunction superstructure photocatalysts were successfully fabricated, which showed excellent photocatalytic performance and photothermal effect. The photocatalysts had a broad light absorption range and abundant surface-active sites, enabling efficient degradation of organic pollutants and hydrogen production. This study provides a new avenue for constructing high-performance hollow superstructure photocatalysts.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY C (2022)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Electron-enriched regulation of sulfur-active site for accelerating atomic hydrogen desorption of S-rich MoWS2+x cocatalyst toward efficient photocatalytic H2 evolution of TiO2

Duoduo Gao et al.

Summary: A universal strategy of electron-enriched regulation of sulfur-active site is developed to weaken the strong S-H-ads bonds by introducing W heteroatoms into MoS2+x. The integration of W heteroatom into MoS2+x can regulate its electron density to form electron-enriched S((2+delta)-)sites, thus enhancing the hydrogen-evolution activity of TiO2.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2022)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Surface-active site modulation of the S-scheme heterojunction toward exceptional photocatalytic performance

Jing Wang et al.

Summary: This study explores the modulation of surface-active sites in CdCNS/CdS photocatalyst by employing a non-noble metal cocatalyst NiS, leading to enhanced photocatalytic performance and improved hydrogen production rate.

NANOSCALE (2022)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Electron transfer kinetics in CdS/Pt heterojunction photocatalyst during water splitting

Jianjun Zhang et al.

Summary: This study investigates the electron transfer kinetics in CdS/Pt heterojunction using Pt-nanoparticle-decorated CdS nanorods as the model system. The introduction of Pt cocatalyst releases trapped electrons and creates an ultrafast electron transfer tunnel at the CdS/Pt interface. Pt nanoparticles are shown to be the main active sites for hydrogen evolution.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Applied

S-Scheme photocatalyst TaON/Bi2WO6 nanofibers with oxygen vacancies for efficient abatement of antibiotics and Cr(VI): Intermediate eco-toxicity analysis and mechanistic insights

Shijie Li et al.

Summary: In this study, a novel TaON/Bi2WO6 S-scheme heterojunction nanofibers were developed, showing exceptional visible-light photocatalytic performance for pollutant degradation with satisfactory stability. The research provides guidance for designing high-performance photocatalysts with defects for environmental protection.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Promoting practical photodegradation application potential of a Bi2WO6-based step-scheme heterojunction under outdoor natural sunlight irradiation

Yuanyuan Zhang et al.

Summary: In this study, a flower-like Bi2WO6/CdS heterojunction was synthesized via a surfactant assisted hydrothermal strategy, which achieved an S-scheme charge transfer route. The obtained composite exhibited superior photocatalytic degradation performance in outdoor environments with cloudy weather and in a large volume of motionless wastewater. Furthermore, the Bi2WO6/CdS composite also showed favorable photodegradation ability towards various dye pollutants under real natural sunlight irradiation.

CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Challenges of Z-scheme photocatalytic mechanisms

Linxi Wang et al.

Summary: This study analyzes the challenges of photocatalytic mechanisms in liquid-phase and all-solid-state Z-scheme systems from various perspectives, including thermodynamics, charge-transfer dynamics, applicability, and practical synthesis. It highlights the challenges for electron transfer in liquid-phase Z-scheme systems, where the dynamic motion of photocatalyst nanoparticles and redox couples, as well as the prohibition of transferring free electrons via water media, ultimately led to the flourishing of step-scheme heterojunctions.

TRENDS IN CHEMISTRY (2022)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Electron-induced effect and coordinated pi-delocalization synergistically promote charge transfer in benzenesulfonic acid modified g-C3N4 with efficient photocatalytic performance

Zhiling Xia et al.

Summary: In this study, CN-ABS photocatalysts were constructed by copolymerization of 4-ABS and urea, which improved the photocatalytic performance and visible light absorption range of g-C3N4. The CN-ABS samples showed excellent photocatalytic H-2 production and photodegradation performance.

CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2022)

Review Chemistry, Physical

Research Progresses on Structural Optimization and Interfacial Modification of Silicon Monoxide Anode for Lithium-Ion Battery

Siying Zhu et al.

Summary: Due to the rapid development of scientific technology, there is an increasing demand for energy storage equipment in modern society. Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) have been widely used in various fields due to their high energy density, high power density, long lifespan, low self-discharge rate, wide operating temperature range, and environmental friendliness. However, with the rapid development in various technological fields, the demand for batteries with higher energy densities has been increasing. SiO-based anode materials have attracted attention as a potential solution, but they face challenges such as severe volume change and low electrical conductivity. This review introduces recent research on SiO performance optimization and discusses structural and interfacial modification strategies.

ACTA PHYSICO-CHIMICA SINICA (2022)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Precisely decorating CdS on Zr-MOFs through pore functionalization strategy: A highly efficient photocatalyst for H2 production

Haijun Hu et al.

Summary: In this study, heterostructured Zr-MOF-S@CdS composites were successfully synthesized and exhibited high photocatalytic activity for efficient H-2 evolution. This work provides a new avenue for the design and synthesis of MOF-based composite photocatalysts.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2022)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Graphdiyne-based photocatalysts for solar fuel production

Chuanbiao Bie et al.

Summary: This paper provides a timely review of the application of graphdiyne in solar fuel production. The paper discusses the structure, properties, synthesis, and characterization of graphdiyne, as well as the achievements of graphdiyne-based photocatalysts in H2 evolution, CO2 reduction, and N2 fixation. The challenges and future prospects of graphdiyne-based photocatalysts for efficient solar fuel production are also discussed.

GREEN CHEMISTRY (2022)

Article Energy & Fuels

Rational Design of an Efficient S-Scheme Heterojunction of CdS/Bi2WO6-S Nanocomposites for Photocatalytic CO2 Reduction

Mingming Hao et al.

Summary: CdS/Bi2WO6-S nanocomposites with superior activity for photocatalytic CO2 reduction were successfully fabricated. The rational interface engineering between CdS and Bi2WO6S plays a crucial role in achieving efficient photocatalysis. The 0.5 CdS/Bi2WO6-S nanocomposite exhibited optimum performance, indicating the importance of rational selection of photocatalysts and delicate tuning of their interface in the fabrication of S-scheme heterojunction photocatalytic systems.

ENERGY & FUELS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

In situ construction of a C3N5 nanosheet/Bi2WO6 nanodot S-scheme heterojunction with enhanced structural defects for the efficient photocatalytic removal of tetracycline and Cr(vi)

Shijie Li et al.

Summary: This study investigates the performance of C3N5/Bi2WO6 photocatalyst with S-scheme heterojunction in water decontamination, and finds that it exhibits higher activity and more structural defects than single C3N5 and Bi2WO6, leading to improved charge separation and generation of more active species.

INORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Spatially separated catalytic sites supplied with the CdS-MoS2-In2O3 ternary dumbbell S-scheme heterojunction for enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen production

Lijun Zhang et al.

Summary: Inspired by natural photosynthesis, the development of high-efficiency and low-energy hydrogen production catalysts is crucial for mitigating environmental issues. This study focuses on the synthesis of CdS-MoS2 dumbbell structure and the construction of CdS-In2O3 S-scheme heterojunction, enabling directed transfer of photogenerated electrons and efficient separation of electron-hole pairs. The catalytic activity of the semiconductor photocatalysts is significantly enhanced. This work provides an effective strategy for designing metal sulfide-based photocatalysts with high activity and stability in water-splitting.

JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A (2022)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Fabricating covalent organic framework/CdS S-scheme heterojunctions for improved solar hydrogen generation

Long Sun et al.

Summary: In this study, an imine-based porous covalent organic framework (COF-LZU1) was integrated with controllably fabricated CdS hollow cubes to form an S-scheme heterojunction. The COF/CdS heterostructure exhibited enhanced photocatalytic hydrogen generation performance, including a higher hydrogen generation rate and apparent quantum efficiency.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Integration of 2D layered CdS/WO3 S-scheme heterojunctions and metallic Ti3C2 MXene-based Ohmic junctions for effective photocatalytic H2 generation

Junxian Bai et al.

Summary: A 2D/2D/2D layered heterojunction photocatalyst with cascaded 2D coupling interfaces was designed and constructed, which effectively promoted spatially directional charge separation and transport between CdS and WO3 nanosheets, resulting in an increased visible-light hydrogen evolution rate.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Negative inductive effect enhances charge transfer driving in sulfonic acid functionalized graphitic carbon nitride with efficient visible-light photocatalytic performance

Min Zhang et al.

Summary: Efficient photogenerated carrier migration/separation is crucial for enhancing the photocatalytic performance of g-C3N4. In this study, sulfonic acid group-functionalized g-C3N4 (SACN) was synthesized and further strengthened through a facile-solid-state thermal reaction. The negative inductive effect of the sulfonic acid groups improved charge transfer dynamics and effectively inhibited recombination. Additionally, the negative inductive effect induced charge redistribution and enhanced the reduction ability of photo-induced electrons in g-C3N4.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2022)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Dynamics of Photogenerated Charge Carriers in Inorganic/Organic S-Scheme Heterojunctions

Linxi Wang et al.

Summary: The study investigated the behavior of photogenerated charge carriers within step-scheme heterojunction, revealing efficient charge separation mechanism. The charge-discharge property of polydopamine may result in electron backflow, which is not suitable for practical photocatalytic applications.

JOURNAL OF PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS (2022)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Electron-enriched regulation of sulfur-active site for accelerating atomic hydrogen desorption of S-rich MoWS2+x cocatalyst toward efficient photocatalytic H-2 evolution of TiO2

Duoduo Gao et al.

Summary: Metal chalcogenides (MSx) as H-2-evolution cocatalysts often have poor H desorption properties due to strong interfacial interactions with electronegative S sites, hindering the release of free H-2. A universal strategy involving electron-enriched regulation of sulfur-active sites by introducing W heteroatoms into MoS2+x has been developed to weaken S-Hads bonds and enhance hydrogen-evolution activity. This study demonstrates the importance of optimizing electron densities at active sites for the development of efficient catalytic materials.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2022)

Review Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Design, Fabrication, and Mechanism of Nitrogen-Doped Graphene-Based Photocatalyst

Chuanbiao Bie et al.

Summary: Nitrogen-doped graphene (NG) as a derivative of graphene, with the ability to break the undifferentiated structure, open the bandgap, and provide an uneven electron density distribution, retains the advantages of graphene while offering novel properties for photocatalysis. With wide applications in hydrogen production, CO2 reduction, pollutant degradation, and other directions, NG-based photocatalysis shows great potential for addressing energy and environmental challenges.

ADVANCED MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Ultrathin Porous Carbon Nitride Bundles with an Adjustable Energy Band Structure toward Simultaneous Solar Photocatalytic Water Splitting and Selective Phenylcarbinol Oxidation

Baogang Wu et al.

Summary: ACN bundles with adjustable band gaps and hollow microtubes were synthesized via pyrolysis, showing excellent water-splitting and phenylcarbinol oxidation abilities under solar irradiation. The proton source of released hydrogen was confirmed to be water through D-2 isotope labeling, separation, and detection.

ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Remarkable oxygen evolution by Co-doped ZnO nanorods and visible light

Zheng Chen et al.

Summary: The study demonstrates the potential of Co-doped ZnO nanorods as a noble-metal-free photocatalyst for efficient water splitting under visible light illumination. The material shows a remarkable performance with high quantum yields, suggesting its promising application in harnessing sunlight for advanced photocatalytic processes.

APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL (2021)

Article Engineering, Environmental

A synergistic effect between S-scheme heterojunction and Noble-metal free cocatalyst to promote the hydrogen evolution of ZnO/CdS/MoS2 photocatalyst

Yanlin Jia et al.

Summary: An efficient ZnO/CdS/MoS2 photocatalyst was constructed to synergistically promote the photocatalytic H-2 evolution of CdS. The optimized heterojunction ZCM-3 exhibited the highest H-2 evolution rate, indicating stability and enhanced performance originating from fast electron transfer, intimate contact, and the synergistic effect between the S-scheme and cocatalyst. A possible mechanism was speculated based on the results, enriching the research for S-scheme heterojunction photocatalytic systems and providing new insights for efficient H-2 production photocatalyst design.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2021)

Article Materials Science, Multidisciplinary

Construction of S-scheme MnO2@CdS heterojunction with core-shell structure as H2-production photocatalyst

Syed Zulfiqar et al.

Summary: Artificial photosynthesis using MnO2@CdS hybrids demonstrates a higher H-2 evolution rate compared to pristine CdS, attributed to the S-scheme mechanism suppressing charge recombination and improving carrier separation. The rationally designed core-shell structure provides an intimate heterojunction interface, leading to enhanced photocatalytic H-2 generation. These findings provide new insight into the development of S-scheme heterostructures for efficient H-2 generation.

RARE METALS (2021)

Article Engineering, Electrical & Electronic

Hexagonal CdS assembled with lamellar NiCo LDH form S-scheme heterojunction for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution

Guoping Jiang et al.

Summary: The CdS/NiCo LDH catalyst with S-scheme heterojunction was successfully prepared by the method of electrostatic self-assembly, leading to a 3.6 times improvement in hydrogen evolution performance compared to CdS. The enhanced performance is attributed to the tight coupling of the contact interface between CdS and NiCo LDH, and the matching of band gap structures, which improve the transmission efficiency of photogenerated electrons.

MATERIALS SCIENCE IN SEMICONDUCTOR PROCESSING (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Synergistic Effect of the Surface Vacancy Defects for Promoting Photocatalytic Stability and Activity of ZnS Nanoparticles

Bin Xiao et al.

Summary: Integration of abundant anion and cation vacancies on ZnS surface enhances the activity and stability of the photocatalyst, leading to an increased hydrogen production rate. Activated Zn atoms forming Zn-OH bonds are identified as the main active sites, while interactions in atomic orbitals at vacancy pairs and the introduction of V-Zn contribute to high stability. The optimal sample maintains a high hydrogen production rate after multiple cycles, demonstrating the potential for stable photocatalyst design.

ACS CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Disordered nitrogen-defect-rich porous carbon nitride photocatalyst for highly efficient H2 evolution under visible-light irradiation

Cheng Cheng et al.

Summary: The optimal choice for preparing high-performance GCN appears to be biuret, as BCN exhibited a long-range atomic disordered structure with numerous nitrogen defects embedded and extended visible-light absorption, improved charge carrier separation, and rich available reactive sites. This resulted in ultrahigh photocatalytic H-2 production and excellent O-2 production performance, with a high AQY of 45.5% at 420 nm, making it one of the top performers among GCN-based photocatalysts.

CARBON (2021)

Article Energy & Fuels

Tracking S-Scheme Charge Transfer Pathways in Mo2C/CdS H2-Evolution Photocatalysts

Rongchen Shen et al.

Summary: Efficient and low-cost photocatalysts remain crucial for practical applications, with the NiS-modified Mo2C/CdS nanostructure showing promising results in hydrogen evolution. Mo2C was identified as a semiconductor for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution, with charge transfer pathways elucidated through advanced spectroscopic techniques.

SOLAR RRL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Hollow CdS-based photocatalysts

Xiangyu Liu et al.

Summary: Photocatalytic technology, powered by solar energy, has been extensively researched to address energy crisis and environmental pollution. Designing advanced photocatalysts is crucial to improve efficiency and stability. Hollow-structured CdS nanomaterials, with enhanced light absorption ability and large surface area, show promising applications in H2 production, CO2 reduction, and pollutant degradation.

JOURNAL OF MATERIOMICS (2021)

Article Nanoscience & Nanotechnology

Step-Scheme Heterojunction between CdS Nanowires and Facet-Selective Assembly of MnOx-BiVO4 for an Efficient Visible-Light-Driven Overall Water Splitting

Devipriya Gogoi et al.

Summary: The spatial separation and transport of photo-generated charge carriers are crucial for the efficiency of a photocatalyst for solar energy conversion. In this study, a step-scheme CdS/MnOx-BiVO4 photocatalyst was synthesized and showed excellent photocatalytic activity for overall water-splitting reaction under visible light irradiation without sacrificial reagents. The presence of oxygen vacancies, effective charge separation/transfer properties, and strong interaction of cocatalysts with the photocatalysts in the heterojunction contributed to the high photoactivity.

ACS APPLIED MATERIALS & INTERFACES (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Efficient Hydrogen Evolution under Visible Light by Bimetallic Phosphide NiCoP Combined with g-C3N4/CdS S-Scheme Heterojunction

Wangyang Ma et al.

Summary: The study successfully designed and prepared a NiCoP-g-C3N4/CdS photocatalyst, which showed efficient hydrogen production performance under visible light and abundant surface-active sites. The catalytic activity and hydrogen production rate were highest at 5% NiCoP content. Additionally, the photocatalyst exhibited excellent stability.

CHEMCATCHEM (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Pyramidal CdS Polyhedron Modified with NiAl LDH to Form S-scheme Heterojunction for Efficient Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution

Mengxue Yang et al.

Summary: The research synthesized a CdS/NiAl LDH composite photocatalyst through the hydrothermal method, which exhibited excellent performance in photocatalytic hydrogen production, mainly due to morphological control and the formation of an S-scheme heterojunction.

CHEMCATCHEM (2021)

Article Engineering, Environmental

Full-spectrum-responsive Bi2S3@CdS S-scheme heterostructure with intimated ultrathin RGO toward photocatalytic Cr(VI) reduction and H2O2 production: Experimental and DFT studies

Seyed Majid Ghoreishian et al.

Summary: The study successfully developed a ternary heterostructure photocatalyst using a hydrothermal approach, in which the optimal composition of CdS and RGO showed excellent photo-reduction of Cr(VI) under simulated solar-light irradiation. The enhanced photocatalytic activity of the ternary composite was mainly attributed to the formation of heterostructure, synergistic behavior, efficient interfacial charge transfer, and full-spectrum light absorption.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Highly Efficient Degradation of Persistent Pollutants with 3D Nanocone TiO2-Based Photoelectrocatalysis

Rui Song et al.

Summary: This study presents a nanocone-based photoelectrocatalyst with superior degradation performance and durability, which enhances the removal efficiency of organic pollutants.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Simultaneously Tuning the Defects and Surface Properties of Ta3N5 Nanoparticles by Mg-Zr Codoping for Significantly Accelerated Photocatalytic H2 Evolution

Jiadong Xiao et al.

Summary: This study demonstrates the synthesis of Ta3N5:Mg+Zr nanoparticles with significantly enhanced photocatalytic water reduction activity under visible light. A coherent picture of the relations between defect species, surface properties, charge carrier dynamics, and photocatalytic activities was drawn, highlighting the importance and feasibility of improving multiple properties of a catalytic material via a one-step strategy.

JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Embedding CdS@Au into Ultrathin Ti3-xC2Ty to Build Dual Schottky Barriers for Photocatalytic H2 Production

Zhipeng Li et al.

Summary: The study successfully constructed a ternary CdS@Au/MXene composite with MXene as a support, achieving a high H-2 production rate. The enhancement was predominantly attributed to the dual Schottky barriers formed at the interface of CdS@Au/MXene.

ACS CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

Tactfully Assembled CuMOF/CdS S-Scheme Heterojunction for High-Performance Photocatalytic H2 Evolution under Visible Light

Yongkang Quan et al.

Summary: Constructing an S-scheme heterojunction with CuMOF/CdS composite photocatalyst significantly enhances hydrogen evolution activity, attributed to the high specific surface area and effective charge separation. This work not only presents an effective method for improving the hydrogen evolution performance of CdS but also broadens the applications of CuMOF.

ACS APPLIED ENERGY MATERIALS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Investigations of the stability of etched or platinized p-InP(100) photocathodes for solar-driven hydrogen evolution in acidic or alkaline aqueous electrolytes

Weilai Yu et al.

Summary: This study evaluated the stability of p-InP photocathodes for the hydrogen-evolution reaction, finding that electrodeposition of Pt can stabilize the illuminated p-InP photocathodes and inhibit the corrosion pathway, maintaining a stable current density under simulated sunlight. In acidic media, the surface of p-InP/Pt electrodes became gradually phosphorous-rich over time, while in alkaline electrolyte, the formation of an InOx layer on the electrode surface led to a significant degradation in the J-E characteristics.

ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (2021)

Article Chemistry, Physical

The synergy of photodeposited CoNi co-catalysts for the photocatalytic performance of C3N4/CdS nanosheets: optimized Gibbs free energy and Co-S bridging bonds

Qixiao Gai et al.

Summary: Transition metal co-catalysts, despite their limited activity and stability, can be enhanced by loading CoNi alloyed NPs on 2D/2D C3N4/CdS heterojunction photocatalysts, resulting in improved hydrogen evolution rate due to the optimized Gibbs free energy and Co-S bond formation. This study provides a cost-effective approach to develop stable and efficient photocatalysts.

CATALYSIS SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (2021)

Article Chemistry, Multidisciplinary

Construction of a novel step-scheme CdS/Pt/Bi2MoO6 photocatalyst for efficient photocatalytic fuel denitrification

Weineng Hu et al.

Summary: Utilizing the S-scheme CdS/Pt/Bi2MoO6 (CPB) photocatalyst has demonstrated efficient separation and transfer of photogenerated electron-hole pairs, leading to high photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants. The introduction of Pt nanoparticles and Bi2MoO6 nanosheets in the CPB composite enhances its photocatalytic performance under visible-light irradiation.

RSC ADVANCES (2021)

Article Engineering, Environmental

CdS nanorods supported copper-nickel hydroxide for hydrogen production under direct sunlight irradiation

Imran Majeed et al.

Summary: A series of composite photocatalysts based on CdS nanorods decorated with Cu/Ni hydroxides were prepared, showing enhanced hydrogen production activity. The Cu/Ni hydroxides transformed into their metallic states during the photoreaction, contributing to the mechanism of hydrogen production from water splitting.

JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING (2021)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Enhanced photocatalytic H2 production performance of CdS hollow spheres using C and Pt as bi-cocatalysts

Shipeng Tang et al.

Summary: C@CdS-HS, fabricated using C-HS as a template, shows enhanced photocatalytic H-2-generation activity under simulated sunlight irradiation. The synergistic effect of C and Pt as the bi-cocatalyst plays a crucial role in the improved performance. C-HS not only serves as an active site provider, but also functions as an electron transporter and reservoir, with a strong photothermal effect induced by near infrared light.

CHINESE JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Inorganic & Nuclear

Construction of Bi2MoO6/CdS heterostructures with enhanced visible light photocatalytic activity for fuel denitrification

Weineng Hu et al.

Summary: A novel S-scheme Bi2MoO6/CdS heterojunction photocatalyst was successfully prepared by a two-step solvothermal method, showing high pyridine degradation activity due to the S-scheme heterojunction structure, large specific surface area, and special morphology.

DALTON TRANSACTIONS (2021)

Article Chemistry, Applied

Hierarchically porous S-scheme CdS/UiO-66 photocatalyst for efficient 4-nitroaniline reduction

Jinxin Wei et al.

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