Hongda Liu, Weiping Xiong, Chengyun Zhou, Cui Lai, Ling Li, Guangfu Wang, Xiuqin Huo, Guangming Zeng, Min Cheng
{"title":"Modification engineering over single-atom catalysts for efficient heterogeneous photocatalysis","authors":"Hongda Liu, Weiping Xiong, Chengyun Zhou, Cui Lai, Ling Li, Guangfu Wang, Xiuqin Huo, Guangming Zeng, Min Cheng","doi":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216468","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216468","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Arguably, single-atom catalysts (SACs) have become the most active research direction and a new promising catalytic material in heterogeneous catalysis. Among them, each catalytic unit consists of single metal atom and its surrounding coordination atoms. The alteration of these components will regulate and control the geometrical and electronic structures of SACs, which in turn determine its catalytic activity, selectivity and stability during catalytic processes. In this review, the recently developed modification strategies for SACs are first introduced and classified, with great attention given to how the performance can be further improved by controllably tuning the electronic configuration of the metal centers. The state-of-the-art characterization techniques of experimental (in situ/operando) and computational techniques are discussed, advances in which have made it possible to determine dynamic structural evolution and activation mechanism of SACs. A wide range of applications based on modified SACs in photocatalysis are then elaborately discussed, with attention on the sources of enhanced photocatalytic activity (light-harvesting ability, charge transfer/separation dynamics and surface catalytic reaction kinetics) and reaction mechanisms. Finally, perspectives on the development of modified SACs are provided and prospected, which is hoped to shed some light on the further development of SACs in energy and environmental applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":289,"journal":{"name":"Coordination Chemistry Reviews","volume":"529 ","pages":"Article 216468"},"PeriodicalIF":20.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142990746","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Qiaowen Lei , Chenghao Liu , Xinru Nan , Yunxiao Zhu , Li Fu , Xiaofeng Lin , Hanqiang Zhang , Min Yang , Xiaojun Fang , Yan Luo , Qitong Huang
{"title":"Carbon dots-based electrochemical and fluorescent biosensors for the detection of foodborne pathogens: Current advance and challenge","authors":"Qiaowen Lei , Chenghao Liu , Xinru Nan , Yunxiao Zhu , Li Fu , Xiaofeng Lin , Hanqiang Zhang , Min Yang , Xiaojun Fang , Yan Luo , Qitong Huang","doi":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216457","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216457","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Food safety is essential for sustaining a healthy life, with foodborne pathogens representing a principal factor contributing to food safety risks, thereby posing a formidable threat to human health that cannot be overlooked. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control statistics, the U.S. has caused a cumulative total of more than 9.6 million foodborne illnesses, a variety of foodborne pathogens enter the human body along with eating, endangering people's physical and mental health, but also add a huge burden on society. Traditional detection techniques are time-consuming, labor-intensive, and heavily dependent on expensive equipment. Therefore, to protect people's lives and health, many scholars around the world have been exploring how to develop efficient, convenient, and low-cost foodborne pathogens detection technologies. In the process of exploration, carbon dots (CDs), as a new type of nanoparticles, have gradually become an excellent choice for pathogenic microbial detection due to their unique optical and physicochemical properties as well as low toxicity. The detection of foodborne pathogens based on CDs can be efficiently achieved through electrochemical or fluorescent biosensors. This review not only elucidates the preparation of CDs but also succinctly summarizes their application in CDs-based electrochemical and fluorescent biosensors for detecting foodborne pathogens. It delves into the underlying working mechanisms, outlines the advantages, and discusses the limitations of these sensors. In addition, the urgent problems that need to be solved in the practical application of CDs-based biosensors and the future exploration directions are also elaborated.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":289,"journal":{"name":"Coordination Chemistry Reviews","volume":"529 ","pages":"Article 216457"},"PeriodicalIF":20.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142991117","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Abdul Hai , Muhammad Daud , Ghulam Mujtaba , Fawzi Banat , Mamdouh A. Al-Harthi
{"title":"A comprehensive review of two-dimensional high-entropy layered hydroxides: Synthesis, characterization, and applications","authors":"Abdul Hai , Muhammad Daud , Ghulam Mujtaba , Fawzi Banat , Mamdouh A. Al-Harthi","doi":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216435","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216435","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>High-entropy layered double hydroxides (HE-LDHs) are complex materials with customizable properties achieved by selecting specific elements and stoichiometric adjustments. These materials typically contain five or more elements enabling tailored properties such as enhanced stability, catalytic activity, and electronic conductivity. Although high-entropy oxides and alloys have been extensively researched, HE-LDHs represent a new frontier in multifunctional materials. Recent advancements in their applications, particularly in energy storage, conversion systems and environmental remediation, are highlighted in this review. Effective synthesis strategies, including co-precipitation, hydrothermal, solvothermal, and electrodeposition methods, are crucial for tailoring the compositions and properties of HE-LDHs. Fundamental insights into their unique advantages, such as high configurational entropy, enhancing structural stability and resistance to degradation, are also explored. The paper addresses synthesis challenges and practical applications, providing guidelines for researchers aiming to advance the next generation of materials in this field.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":289,"journal":{"name":"Coordination Chemistry Reviews","volume":"529 ","pages":"Article 216435"},"PeriodicalIF":20.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142990744","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Haitao Wang , Xiaocheng Li , Yikun Deng , Jizhou Jiang , Huijuan Ma , Jing Zou
{"title":"Advances in MXene-based single-atom catalysts for electrocatalytic applications","authors":"Haitao Wang , Xiaocheng Li , Yikun Deng , Jizhou Jiang , Huijuan Ma , Jing Zou","doi":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216462","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216462","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Single-atom catalysts (SACs) possess excellent electrocatalytic activity due to their high atom utilization, unique electronic structure and unsaturated coordination environment. However, the intrinsically high surface free energy of single atoms tends to aggregate into nanoparticles or clusters during the preparation and electrocatalysis of SACs, thus endowing the attenuation of catalytic activity. Transition metal carbides/nitrides (MXene), as a new type of two-dimensional material, is an ideal carrier for fixing single atoms due to its large specific surface area, ample anchoring sites and excellent conductivity. In this review, we first summarize the advantages of MXene as a single atom carrier. Subsequently, the synthesis strategies and identification methods of MXene-based SACs are systematically explicated. Afterwards, we encapsulate the electrocatalytic mechanism of MXene-based SACs from both <em>in situ</em> analysis and theoretical calculations. Moreover, the electrocatalytic applications of MXene-based SACs catalysts are explored extensively, including hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), oxygen evolution reaction (OER), oxygen reduction reaction (ORR), CO<sub>2</sub> reduction reaction (CO<sub>2</sub>RR) and nitrogen reduction reaction (NRR). Finally, we put forward some forward-looking perspectives and future development directions, aiming to provide professional and targeted guidance for the rational design and precise preparation of highly active MXene-based SACs.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":289,"journal":{"name":"Coordination Chemistry Reviews","volume":"529 ","pages":"Article 216462"},"PeriodicalIF":20.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-21","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142990745","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Development of metal-organic framework-based systems for H2S removal: A comprehensive review","authors":"Thi Linh Giang Hoang , Duy Tuan Doan , Sonil Nanda , Renaud Lavoie , Phuong Nguyen-Tri","doi":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216466","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216466","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Biogas is recognized as a source of renewable energy that can substitute for fossil fuels, especially natural gas. Biogas is produced from various organic resources, and it contains mainly methane (CH<sub>4</sub>) and carbon dioxide (CO<sub>2</sub>). However, several contaminants are found in the biogas flow such as hydrogen sulfide (H<sub>2</sub>S), water (H<sub>2</sub>O), ammonia (NH<sub>3</sub>), and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). Therein, due to its high corrosion, toxicity, and bad odor, H<sub>2</sub>S must be eliminated first and intensively to avoid equipment damage and health risks. Among H<sub>2</sub>S removal technologies, using the solid adsorbent is viewed as a friendly and effective way. Recently, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have been studied with increasing attention for H<sub>2</sub>S adsorption thanks to their high surface area, good thermal stability and structural tunability. Although many MOFs-based systems have been designed for H<sub>2</sub>S removal, an intensive study to summarize them is missing. This work aims to revise the development of MOFs-based networks for H<sub>2</sub>S removal in literature including pristine MOFs, functionalized MOFs, MOF composites, and mixed-metal MOFs. We focus on explaining H<sub>2</sub>S adsorption mechanism of MOFs, and material engineering factors that directly affect the H<sub>2</sub>S adsorption capacity, the selectivity over other gases, and the ability to regenerate. Furthermore, several perspectives to enhance the removal performance of MOFs are also proposed. Together, this study will provide a comprehensive document on current technologies and perspective development of MOF-derived H<sub>2</sub>S adsorbent.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":289,"journal":{"name":"Coordination Chemistry Reviews","volume":"529 ","pages":"Article 216466"},"PeriodicalIF":20.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142990130","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Mohammad Soleiman-Beigi, Masoud Mohammadi, Homa Kohzadi
{"title":"An overview on copper in industrial chemistry: From ancient pigment to modern catalysis","authors":"Mohammad Soleiman-Beigi, Masoud Mohammadi, Homa Kohzadi","doi":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216438","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216438","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This review provides a comprehensive exploration of the versatile applications and catalytic significance of copper. The introductory overview sets the stage for an in-depth examination of copper's diverse uses, ranging from its pivotal role in creating pigments, detergents, and contributing to agriculture. A detailed exploration of copper's medicinal properties follows, elucidating its anticancer, antibacterial, antiviral, and metalloprotein inhibitory attributes, as well as its incorporation in drug delivery systems and copper in explosives materials. The subsequent section delves into copper's catalytic capabilities, exploring various organic reactions. The review concludes with an investigation of innovative copper materials, specifically emphasizing heterogenized copper and copper-based metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). This comprehensive overview underscores copper's extensive influence across industries, bridging traditional applications to cutting-edge catalytic processes and groundbreaking materials.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":289,"journal":{"name":"Coordination Chemistry Reviews","volume":"529 ","pages":"Article 216438"},"PeriodicalIF":20.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142988362","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Ze-Xian Chen , Yuan-Jun Song , Ruo-Zhou Li , Si-Jie Guo , Lei Shi , Zong-Ru Yang , Xiao-Mei Xue , Tong Zhang
{"title":"Advances in copper nanocrystals: Synthesis, anti-oxidation strategies, and multiple applications","authors":"Ze-Xian Chen , Yuan-Jun Song , Ruo-Zhou Li , Si-Jie Guo , Lei Shi , Zong-Ru Yang , Xiao-Mei Xue , Tong Zhang","doi":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216455","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216455","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>In recent years, copper (Cu) nanocrystals have garnered increasing interest in the field of metallic nanomaterials due to their low cost and excellent optical and electrical properties, positioning them as viable alternatives to noble metals such as Au and Ag. However, their susceptibility to oxidation in ambient conditions poses challenges for synthesis and practical applications. To address this, various anti-oxidation strategies have been developed, each offering distinct advantages. Despite growing research interest, a comprehensive review encompassing the synthesis, anti-oxidation strategies, and applications of Cu nanocrystals is currently lacking. This review systematically explores the preparation and shape-control techniques for Cu nanocrystals, covering diverse morphologies such as nanoparticles, nanowires, and nanosheets. It also provides an in-depth overview of existing anti-oxidation strategies, including surface capping and modification. Furthermore, the review highlights the multiple applications of Cu nanocrystals in optical and electrical domains, such as photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, sensing, luminescence, transparent conductive films, and nano-sintering. By elucidating the fundamental principles and mechanisms underlying each aspect, this review aims to offer comprehensive guidance for advancing research on Cu nanocrystals. Finally, it discusses the remaining challenges and future perspectives to enhance the applicability of Cu nanocrystals across various fields.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":289,"journal":{"name":"Coordination Chemistry Reviews","volume":"529 ","pages":"Article 216455"},"PeriodicalIF":20.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-17","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142989122","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Zheng Qi , Xiaofeng Wu , Qin Li , Chunshan Lu , Sónia A.C. Carabineiro , Zaiwang Zhao , Yi Liu , Kangle Lv
{"title":"Singlet oxygen in environmental catalysis: Mechanisms, applications and future directions","authors":"Zheng Qi , Xiaofeng Wu , Qin Li , Chunshan Lu , Sónia A.C. Carabineiro , Zaiwang Zhao , Yi Liu , Kangle Lv","doi":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216439","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216439","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Singlet oxygen (<sup>1</sup>O<sub>2</sub>) is an energetically excited form of oxygen characterized by its high energy and strong electrophilic nature. It is naturally occurring and plays an increasingly important role in diverse fields, including chemical synthesis, medical applications and environmental restoration. However, uncertainties in detection techniques, production pathways and response mechanisms pose significant challenges, hindering the full understanding and effective application of <sup>1</sup>O<sub>2</sub>. This review highlights the importance of <sup>1</sup>O<sub>2</sub> as a reactive oxygen species (ROS) in both biological and environmental contexts. It begins with an overview of techniques for detecting singlet oxygen, followed by a detailed examination of various systems capable of generating <sup>1</sup>O<sub>2</sub>, including peroxymonosulfate activation, Fenton-like reactions, photocatalysis and electrocatalysis. The review then explores potential applications of singlet oxygen, including selective organic synthesis, bacterial inactivation and selective oxidation processes. Finally, it discusses the current challenges and future opportunities in <sup>1</sup>O<sub>2</sub> generation and applications. The purpose of this review is to enhance the understanding of advanced oxidation processes involving singlet oxygen and their practical applications.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":289,"journal":{"name":"Coordination Chemistry Reviews","volume":"529 ","pages":"Article 216439"},"PeriodicalIF":20.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142986674","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Yuandong Lin , Ji Ma , Yong-Guang Jia , Chongchong Yu , Jun-Hu Cheng
{"title":"Deep learning-assisted methods for accelerating the intelligent screening of novel 2D materials: New perspectives focusing on data collection and description","authors":"Yuandong Lin , Ji Ma , Yong-Guang Jia , Chongchong Yu , Jun-Hu Cheng","doi":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216436","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216436","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>Since the isolation of graphene, the interest in two-dimensional (2D) materials has been steadily growing thanks to their unique chemical and physical properties, as well as their potential for various applications. Deep learning (DL), currently one of the most sophisticated machine learning (ML) models, is emerging as a highly effective tool for intelligently investigating and screening 2D materials. The utilization of abundant data sources, appropriate descriptors, and neural networks enables the prediction of the structural and physicochemical properties of undiscovered 2D materials based on DL. Specifically, high-quality and well-described data plays a crucial role in effective model training, accurate predictions, and the discovery of new 2D materials. It also promotes reproducibility, collaboration, and continuous improvement within this field. This tutorial review is dedicated to an examination of the characterization, prediction, and discovery of 2D materials facilitated by various DL techniques. It focuses on the perspective of data collection and description, aiming to provide a clearer understanding of underlying principles and predicting outcomes. In addition, it also offers insights into future research prospects. The growing acceptance of DL is set to accelerate and transform the study of 2D materials.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":289,"journal":{"name":"Coordination Chemistry Reviews","volume":"529 ","pages":"Article 216436"},"PeriodicalIF":20.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142986747","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"From covalent to noncovalent: The role of metals in activating ligand sites toward noncovalent interactions (NCIs)","authors":"Nadezhda A. Bokach , Vadim Yu. Kukushkin","doi":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216440","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.ccr.2025.216440","url":null,"abstract":"<div><div>This review highlights an emerging area in chemistry at the intersection of coordination and supramolecular chemistry: the metal-induced enhancement of ligand sites for noncovalent interactions (NCIs). This novel field explores how metal coordination amplifies ligands' capacity to engage in various NCIs, including halogen, chalcogen, pnictogen, and tetrel bonding, as well as π-hole interactions. Recent studies reveal two distinct types of activation: electrophilic enhancement by high-oxidation state metals, and the rarer nucleophilic activation by low-oxidation state metals. Both mechanisms often increase NCI binding energies significantly and can even generate new noncovalent binding sites on ligands. A notable discovery is the copper(I)-induced nucleophilic activation of isocyanide carbons for halogen bonding, contrasting with the more common electrophilic activation. The metal-induced enhancement and creation of ligand sites for noncovalent binding offers innovative strategies for designing solid metal-containing systems, potentially impacting diverse areas such as crystal engineering and materials science.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":289,"journal":{"name":"Coordination Chemistry Reviews","volume":"529 ","pages":"Article 216440"},"PeriodicalIF":20.3,"publicationDate":"2025-01-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142986672","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":1,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}