Chem. Soc. Rev. Review: Symmetry Breaking in Single-Atom Catalysts for Multiphase Electrocatalysis: Reactivity and Configuration

Chem. Soc. Rev. Review: Symmetry Breaking in Single-Atom Catalysts for Multiphase Electrocatalysis: Reactivity and Configuration

Corresponding Author: Xu Zhi-Chuan Affiliation:Nanyang Technological University (南洋理工大学) Professor Xu Zhi-Chuan’s Research Group Homepage:https://personal.ntu.edu.sg/xuzc Abstract Single-atom catalysts (SACs) have emerged as transformative materials in the field of multiphase electrocatalysis, yet their traditional symmetric coordination environment often leads to suboptimal catalytic efficiency. This paper systematically investigates the disruption of local symmetry as a powerful design strategy … Read more

Efficient Carrier Separation via Ru@TS@C Zeolite: Enabling Photo-Cathodes for High-Efficiency Photo-Assisted Metal−Air Batteries

Efficient Carrier Separation via Ru@TS@C Zeolite: Enabling Photo-Cathodes for High-Efficiency Photo-Assisted Metal−Air Batteries

Neutral aqueous zinc-air batteries (ZAB) show promise for extended lifespan and recyclability compared to alkaline systems, but are hindered by limited energy efficiency and slow kinetics of power output. Recently, Ji-Jing Xu and Huan-Feng Wang from Jilin University reported an effective method for near-neutral ZABs based on photo-responsive titanium silicate molecular sieve TS-1. Key Points … Read more