Energy Conversion

Systematic Summary of Spin Effects in Dual-Atom Electrocatalysts by the Team of Guan Jingqi at Jilin University

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Systematic Summary of Spin Effects in Dual-Atom Electrocatalysts by the Team of Guan Jingqi at Jilin University

Overview Developing high-efficiency atomic-level catalysts for energy conversion and storage technologies is crucial for addressing energy shortages. The spin states of dual-atom catalysts (DAC) are closely related to their catalytic activity. Adjusting the spin state of the active center in DAC can directly alter the occupancy of the d orbitals, thereby affecting the bonding strength … Read more

Recent Advances in Carbon-Based Electrocatalysts: Structural Design to Potential Applications

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Recent Advances in Carbon-Based Electrocatalysts: Structural Design to Potential Applications

Carbon-based non-metallic electrocatalysts (C-MFECs) have made significant progress in research and development, providing potential alternatives to precious metal catalysts for various important reactions in the fields of renewable energy and environmental remediation. This timely and critical review summarizes the groundbreaking advances of C-MFECs in various aspects over the past five years, including the design and … Read more

The Origin of Catalytic Selectivity in CO2 Electrochemical Conversion to Methanol

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The Origin of Catalytic Selectivity in CO2 Electrochemical Conversion to Methanol

Electrocatalytic conversion of carbon dioxide (CO2) into useful fuels and chemical feedstocks is an emerging approach to alleviate global warming and reduce reliance on fossil fuels. Methanol (CH3OH), as one of the most important and widely used liquid fuels generated through CO2 reduction, is crucial in the chemical industry. In this review, we reveal the … Read more