Yu Sun , Jinxing Mi , Liang Li , Shuxiu Yu , Shixiong Yuan , Guimin Wang , Jianjun Chen , Junhua Li
{"title":"Cu2O/LDH heterojunction derived from CuMgAl-LDH: Enhanced stability of Cu+ in CO2 electroreduction","authors":"Yu Sun , Jinxing Mi , Liang Li , Shuxiu Yu , Shixiong Yuan , Guimin Wang , Jianjun Chen , Junhua Li","doi":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106880","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106880","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The unique ability of Cu<sup>+</sup> to enhance C-C coupling makes it important in the field of CO<sub>2</sub> reduction reaction (CO<sub>2</sub>RR) over Cu-based catalyst, while Cu<sup>+</sup> is very prone to deactivation. Hereby, we propose a simple and feasible stabilization strategy to stabilize Cu<sup>+</sup> species through reducing Cu-Mg-Al hydrotalcite by adding ascorbic acid, which owns stable product selectivity in a span of 6 h at −0.95 V vs.RHE. Characterization results show that the excellent stability is promoted by the heterostructure of Cu<sub>2</sub>O and hydrotalcite with retained Cu<sup>+</sup> species, which derives from Cu<sub>2</sub>O and slow down the rapid reduction of Cu<sup>+</sup> to Cu<sup>0</sup>.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":263,"journal":{"name":"Catalysis Communications","volume":"187 ","pages":"Article 106880"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1566736724000402/pdfft?md5=07135afaa2c354684ca879dc6950f9ff&pid=1-s2.0-S1566736724000402-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139924480","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Active sites and structure regulation of non-radical pathways in N-doped graphene-activated persulfate","authors":"Xue Zhang , Baowei Zhao , Nan Wu","doi":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106910","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106910","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>In this study, we investigated the non-free radical pathways and active sites of N-doped graphene (N-rGO)-activated peroxymonosulfate (PMS). All as-prepared N-rGO samples could activate PMS and develop non-radical pathways. Graphitic-N sites were the major sites for N-rGO activation of PMS, and their content was positively related to the intensity of non-radical pathways. For sulfamethoxazole (SMX), the degradation rate by NH<sub>3</sub>-rGO-10/PMS and non-radicals within 10 min was 93.66 and 75.34% respectively. In the presence of different anions and different concentrations of humic acid, the removal rate of SMX was still more than 90%.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":263,"journal":{"name":"Catalysis Communications","volume":"187 ","pages":"Article 106910"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1566736724000700/pdfft?md5=3b6357ff5701d5084a111e8b6d55b7ed&pid=1-s2.0-S1566736724000700-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140182267","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Zeolite-catalysed esterification of biomass-derived acids into high-value esters products: Towards sustainable chemistry","authors":"Aayushi Lodhi, Kalpana C. Maheria","doi":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106883","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106883","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The increasing focus on sustainability has prompted researchers to investigate innovative catalytic methods for converting acids produced from biomass into value added ester compounds. The present study focuses on the efficient conversion of diverse biomass-derived acids into esters through the utilization of zeolite-based catalysts, capitalizing on their unique structural and acidic properties. The utilization of esters encompasses a wide range of applications, making them highly versatile as both platform chemicals and biofuels. Recent development and enhancement of catalytic systems based on zeolites are specifically reviewed for the efficient synthesis of ester compounds with significant commercial value from biomass derived acids.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":263,"journal":{"name":"Catalysis Communications","volume":"187 ","pages":"Article 106883"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1566736724000438/pdfft?md5=b02f22caa3a03aa31c53ea8b88fd4914&pid=1-s2.0-S1566736724000438-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139954470","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Prashant D. Sarvalkar , Arati P. Tibe , Suhas S. Kamble , Omkar S. Karvekar , Shivanand B. Teli , Prathmesh S. Powar , Deepti N. Kurhe , Mansingraj S. Nimbalkar , Neeraj R. Prasad , Kiran Kumar K. Sharma
{"title":"Bio-inspired synthesis of biologically and catalytically active silver chloride-anchored Palladium/Gold/Silver Trimetallic nanoparticles","authors":"Prashant D. Sarvalkar , Arati P. Tibe , Suhas S. Kamble , Omkar S. Karvekar , Shivanand B. Teli , Prathmesh S. Powar , Deepti N. Kurhe , Mansingraj S. Nimbalkar , Neeraj R. Prasad , Kiran Kumar K. Sharma","doi":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106897","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106897","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The study present the synthesis and applications of AgCl@Pd/Au/Ag trimetallic nanoparticles (NPs). The NPs are synthesized using BTI urine that facilitate their formation. The paper explores the crystalline structure and morphology of the NPs. In terms of applications, the NPs show superior catalytic activity in the reduction of compounds and enhanced degradation of dyes. They also exhibit antimicrobial properties against bacteria and antioxidant potential. The synthesis technique is environmentally friendly and economically efficient. The NPs have a high recyclability rate and can be produced in large quantities. Overall, the AgCl@Pd/Au/Ag trimetallic NPs have promising multifaceted applications.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":263,"journal":{"name":"Catalysis Communications","volume":"187 ","pages":"Article 106897"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1566736724000578/pdfft?md5=06cfd3a10917d69684b9ce2c4b3689e2&pid=1-s2.0-S1566736724000578-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140054569","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Elise M. Albuquerque , Tiago L. Coelho , Marco A. Fraga
{"title":"Valorization of sugarcane hemicellulose hydrolysate to green chemicals over BEA zeolites","authors":"Elise M. Albuquerque , Tiago L. Coelho , Marco A. Fraga","doi":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106904","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106904","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Hemicellulose hydrolysate upgrading was performed over BEA zeolites containing Si/Al equal to 12 and 19. A model hydrolysate was prepared considering typical concentrations of xylose, arabinose, furfural and acetic acid representative of hemicellulose hydrolysate from Brazilian sugarcane bagasse. BEA zeolite showed to be an effective catalyst to promote the hydrolysate upgrade into platform molecules. Acetic acid participated in the reaction as a homogeneous Brønsted co-catalyst but BEA zeolite plays a decisive role as it strongly affects products distribution. Pentoses with different molecular configurations produced different products due to hydroxyls steric positions. The presence of acetic acid did not damage the catalyst.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":263,"journal":{"name":"Catalysis Communications","volume":"187 ","pages":"Article 106904"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1566736724000645/pdfft?md5=2a5a6931fdb793358dc771bfb1c60db1&pid=1-s2.0-S1566736724000645-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140129623","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Zhihua Xia , Xingang Wang , Kai Liu , Haoyun Wang , Yingqi Wang , Wenxin Lu , Deyi Jiang , Haq Nawaz Abbasi , Zechong Guo , Wuxiang Zhang , Hongliang Dai
{"title":"Preparation and photocatalytic properties of WSe2/BiVO4 p-n heterojunction photocatalytic materials","authors":"Zhihua Xia , Xingang Wang , Kai Liu , Haoyun Wang , Yingqi Wang , Wenxin Lu , Deyi Jiang , Haq Nawaz Abbasi , Zechong Guo , Wuxiang Zhang , Hongliang Dai","doi":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106857","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106857","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The 2D transition metal WSe<sub>2</sub>, a strong photocatalyst, was combined with BiVO<sub>4</sub> to create a p-n heterojunction photocatalyst using a hydrothermal process. The resulting 10% WSe<sub>2</sub>/BiVO<sub>4</sub> (in the synthesized material, the mass ratio of WSe<sub>2</sub> to BiVO<sub>4</sub> is 1:10) composite showed impressive 94.5% efficiency in Methylene Blue (MB) degradation under visible light. Even after eight cycles, it maintained a 72% degradation rate, demonstrating robust photocatalytic stability. Experiments, including ·O<sup>2−</sup> and h<sup>+</sup> capture and ESR analysis, revealed their vital roles in photocatalytic degradation. The exceptional performance of WSe<sub>2</sub>/BiVO<sub>4</sub> is attributed to the internal electric field formed between WSe<sub>2</sub> and BiVO<sub>4</sub>, enhancing carrier mobility.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":263,"journal":{"name":"Catalysis Communications","volume":"187 ","pages":"Article 106857"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1566736724000177/pdfft?md5=c1ab5e1e6684b8e5d4c5af703554d324&pid=1-s2.0-S1566736724000177-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139577831","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Timofey P. Savchuk , Lidiya S. Volkova , Аlexey A. Dronov , Danil D. Butmanov , Olga V. Pinchuk , Ekaterina V. Kytina , Sergey A. Gavrilov , Elizaveta A. Konstantinova
{"title":"Synthesis and investigation of multifunctional TiO2 photocatalysts modified by metal nanoparticles","authors":"Timofey P. Savchuk , Lidiya S. Volkova , Аlexey A. Dronov , Danil D. Butmanov , Olga V. Pinchuk , Ekaterina V. Kytina , Sergey A. Gavrilov , Elizaveta A. Konstantinova","doi":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106907","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106907","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Photocatalysts based on the anodic single-walled titania nanotubes modified with metal nanoparticles (Au, Pd, Pt) were prepared and investigated. The metal nanoparticles sizes are in a range from 3 to 15 nm. The wall thickness of the nanotubes varied from 14 to 17 nm. It is established that photocatalysts with Au, Pd, Pt produce acetaldehyde during complete ethanol decomposition reaction. Additionally the formation of methane occurs in the TiO<sub>2</sub> nanotubes with Pd and Au nanoparticles. We obtained firstly the multifunctional TiO<sub>2</sub> nanotubes modified with Pd and Au nanoparticles for use both in air purification and in the production of hydrocarbon fuel precursors.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":263,"journal":{"name":"Catalysis Communications","volume":"187 ","pages":"Article 106907"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1566736724000670/pdfft?md5=c9a9caefce71851fd43449ac93753f06&pid=1-s2.0-S1566736724000670-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140182274","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Remediation of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug from aqueous solutions using cobalt ferrite-photocatalytic membranes","authors":"V.M. Chakachaka, C.S. Tshangana, O.T. Mahlangu, B.B. Mamba, A.A. Muleja","doi":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106855","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106855","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>CoFe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-PES photocatalytic membranes were assessed for Naproxen degradation in water. The degradation obeyed first-order reaction kinetics (K<sub>app</sub>: 1.25 × 10<sup>−3</sup> min<sup>−1</sup> - 3.90 × 10<sup>−3</sup> min<sup>−1</sup>). Surface roughness altered the collision dynamics of reactive species. It enhanced the chances of successful collision between Naproxen and reactive radicals. Membrane hydrophilicity improved the generation of reactive radicals by minimizing the blockage of active sites. Intermediates detected by Quadrupole Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry showed that Naproxen degraded <em>via</em> demethylation, hydroxylation, and ring-opening reactions. Leaching studies investigated the stability of the prepared membranes. CoFe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>-PES membranes can be used in advanced oxidation technologies for water treatment.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":263,"journal":{"name":"Catalysis Communications","volume":"187 ","pages":"Article 106855"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1566736724000153/pdfft?md5=d94b9c92a3c6be092a7ac92ce577da5e&pid=1-s2.0-S1566736724000153-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139556405","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Bongseok Kim , Hyekyung Cho , Yuwon Jeon , Seunghyun Chun , Bolormaa Bayarkhuu , Jeehye Byun , Hyosun Lee
{"title":"The role of immobilization supports for light-assisted Suzuki coupling reaction with low-loading Pd nanocatalyst","authors":"Bongseok Kim , Hyekyung Cho , Yuwon Jeon , Seunghyun Chun , Bolormaa Bayarkhuu , Jeehye Byun , Hyosun Lee","doi":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106856","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106856","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This work investigates the impact of immobilization supports on the performance of Pd nanocatalysts in light-induced Suzuki coupling reactions by utilizing two model supports, mesoporous silica (SBA-15) and covalent triazine framework (CTF-Ph). Despite comparable Pd loading (0.3–0.5 wt%) and chemical states, under visible light illumination, Pd/CTF-Ph demonstrated a remarkable 40% reduction in activation energy, outperforming the 16% decrease observed with Pd/SBA-15. This superior performance is attributed to the light-absorbing properties of CTF-Ph and its facilitated pi-pi interaction toward reagents on the catalyst surface. Our findings offer valuable insights into the development of effective catalysts for light-assisted C<img>C bond formation reactions.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":263,"journal":{"name":"Catalysis Communications","volume":"187 ","pages":"Article 106856"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1566736724000165/pdfft?md5=878587ad94d8323836f1fae3a93590ed&pid=1-s2.0-S1566736724000165-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139578159","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kelvin Adrian Sanoja-López, Nikolt Stephanie Loor-Molina, Rafael Luque
{"title":"An overview of photocatalyst eco-design and development for green hydrogen production","authors":"Kelvin Adrian Sanoja-López, Nikolt Stephanie Loor-Molina, Rafael Luque","doi":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106859","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.catcom.2024.106859","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Photocatalysis emerged as a promising alternative to address fossil fuel scarcity and the limitations of other clean energy sources. Photocatalysis enables hydrogen production via water splitting, using photocatalysts and light irradiation, which can be stored and utilized across various applications. Photocatalysis has exhibited significant improvements and promising yields in hydrogen production, surpassing its initial stages. The current photocatalyst market offers diverse materials with unique characteristics, and continuous evolution is observed in their synthesis methods. This contribution aims to compile recent literature on advancements in photocatalysts for hydrogen production, with particular emphasis on photocatalyst type, hydrogen production performance and market trends.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":263,"journal":{"name":"Catalysis Communications","volume":"187 ","pages":"Article 106859"},"PeriodicalIF":3.7,"publicationDate":"2024-02-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1566736724000190/pdfft?md5=1e70b217e6cf6d9783314d741b3fda0e&pid=1-s2.0-S1566736724000190-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"139670205","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}