Issue 11, 2022

Single-atom catalysts for thermal- and electro-catalytic hydrogenation reactions

Abstract

Hydrogenation reactions are among the most significant transformations in the chemical, energy, and environmental industries, which calls for a new generation of promising catalysts towards economic growth and environmental sustainability. Single-atom catalysts (SACs) have emerged as attractive candidates because of their maximum atom utilization, and high catalytic activity and selectivity. In this review, we introduce the unique properties of SACs including structural and electronic features, to guide the rational design of SACs and demonstrate a more detailed understanding of reaction mechanisms. Then, thermal catalytic hydrogenation of organic compounds and electrocatalytic hydrogenation with a particular focus on nitrate electroreduction reactions over SACs are further summarized, and the underlying mechanisms are discussed. Finally, the emerging issues and related perspectives for the future development of SACs in this field are proposed.

Graphical abstract: Single-atom catalysts for thermal- and electro-catalytic hydrogenation reactions

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
15 Sep 2021
Accepted
30 Oct 2021
First published
01 Nov 2021

J. Mater. Chem. A, 2022,10, 5743-5757

Single-atom catalysts for thermal- and electro-catalytic hydrogenation reactions

J. Zhang, H. Zhang, Y. Wu, C. Liu, Y. Huang, W. Zhou and B. Zhang, J. Mater. Chem. A, 2022, 10, 5743 DOI: 10.1039/D1TA07910G

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