Cover: Journal of the Chinese Chemical Society 03/2025

Abstract

Focus of the figure: This study explored the use of metal oxide-based nanoparticles for the photocatalytic degradation of agro-organochlorine pollutants. It highlighted how supporting or doping these nanoparticles reduces electron-hole recombination, introduces new Fermi levels and Schottky barriers, and enhances photocatalytic efficiency. Finally, ways to improve the performance of metal oxide-based nanoparticles were discussed. More details about this figure will be discussed by Dr. Stephen S. Emmanuel and his co-workers on pages 265–305 in this issue.