Themed collection EES Catalysis Recent Review Articles

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Shining light on hybrid perovskites for photoelectrochemical solar to fuel conversion

Hybrid halide perovskites (HaPs) represent a class of materials with excellent optoelectronic properties providing distinct avenues for disruptive photo(-electro) catalytic technologies.

Graphical abstract: Shining light on hybrid perovskites for photoelectrochemical solar to fuel conversion
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Exploring opportunities in operando DRIFTS and complementary techniques for advancing plasma catalysis

Exploring the dynamic interaction of non-thermal plasma (NTP) with catalytic processes is critical to unravelling elusive catalyst structure–function relationships under NTP conditions, specifically dielectric barrier discharges (DBD).

Graphical abstract: Exploring opportunities in operando DRIFTS and complementary techniques for advancing plasma catalysis
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Direction of oxygen evolution reaction electrocatalyst evaluation for an anion exchange membrane CO2 electrolyzer

The reference electrode-integrated MEA-type electrolyzer can be utilized to genuinely assess OER electrocatalyst performance for CO2 electrolysis.

Graphical abstract: Direction of oxygen evolution reaction electrocatalyst evaluation for an anion exchange membrane CO2 electrolyzer
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Surpassing water-splitting potential in aqueous redox flow batteries: insights from kinetics and thermodynamics

Aqueous redox flow batteries (AQRFBs) employing non-flammable electrolytes are recognized for their inherent safety and eco-friendliness, making them promising candidates for large-scale energy storage systems.

Graphical abstract: Surpassing water-splitting potential in aqueous redox flow batteries: insights from kinetics and thermodynamics
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High-pressure electrochemistry: a new frontier in decarbonization

Higher pressures can positively impact electrochemical activity, selectivity, stability, and efficiency.

Graphical abstract: High-pressure electrochemistry: a new frontier in decarbonization
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Reaction microenvironment control in membrane electrode assemblies for CO2 electrolysis

This perspective discusses the latest achievements in activity and selectivity control in CO2 electrolysis by tuning reaction microenvironments.

Graphical abstract: Reaction microenvironment control in membrane electrode assemblies for CO2 electrolysis
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Advances and challenges in scalable carbon dioxide electrolysis

This perspective illustrates ways to achieve scalable CO2 electrolysis by designing efficient electrolyzers and regulating the catalytic reaction environments.

Graphical abstract: Advances and challenges in scalable carbon dioxide electrolysis
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Copper-based catalysts for CO2 hydrogenation: a perspective on active sites

This Perspective reviews the understanding of active sites on various Cu-based materials for the CO2 hydrogenation to high-value products from theoretical and experimental advances.

Graphical abstract: Copper-based catalysts for CO2 hydrogenation: a perspective on active sites
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A perspective of COx conversion to aromatics

The sustainable production of chemicals through COx hydrogenation is a growing area of interest, with thermal catalytic conversion showing the most promise.

Graphical abstract: A perspective of COx conversion to aromatics
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Advanced dual-atom catalysts for efficient oxygen evolution reaction

This perspective discusses the latest exciting advancements in dual-atom catalysts (DACs) for the oxygen evolution reaction and battery devices, highlighting the fundamental principles for the intelligent design and application of DACs.

Graphical abstract: Advanced dual-atom catalysts for efficient oxygen evolution reaction
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Catalytic fast pyrolysis of cellulose to oxygenates: roles of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts

Catalytic fast pyrolysis (CFP) of biomass is an efficient approach that can overcome the structural recalcitrance of solid biomass (e.g., crystalline cellulose) to produce sugar monomers and their derivatives within seconds.

Graphical abstract: Catalytic fast pyrolysis of cellulose to oxygenates: roles of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts
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Salt precipitation and water flooding intrinsic to electrocatalytic CO2 reduction in acidic membrane electrode assemblies: fundamentals and remedies

The fundamentals of salt precipitation and water flooding in membrane electrode assemblies for acidic electrocatalytic CO2 reduction are discussed and potential remedies via engineering electrodes, electrolytes, and membranes are proposed.

Graphical abstract: Salt precipitation and water flooding intrinsic to electrocatalytic CO2 reduction in acidic membrane electrode assemblies: fundamentals and remedies
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Zeolite catalysts for non-oxidative ethane dehydrogenation to ethylene

The conversion of ethane to ethylene is crucial for deriving platform chemicals from non-petroleum feedstock.

Graphical abstract: Zeolite catalysts for non-oxidative ethane dehydrogenation to ethylene
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Revisiting group 4–7 transition metals for heterogeneous ammonia synthesis

Group 4–7 metals are usually inactive for NH3 synthesis catalysis and have gained far less attention as compared to Fe and Ru. This mini-review discusses potential strategies to activate these metals, aiming to find novel catalysts for NH3 synthesis.

Graphical abstract: Revisiting group 4–7 transition metals for heterogeneous ammonia synthesis
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A minireview on electrochemical CO2 conversion based on carbonate/bicarbonate media

(Bi)Carbonate electrochemical conversion has emerged as a promising technology. Studies on mechanisms, along with latest progress in catalyst design and working electrode optimization. are summarized. Challenges and opportunities are also discussed.

Graphical abstract: A minireview on electrochemical CO2 conversion based on carbonate/bicarbonate media
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Effects of the delocalization state on electrocatalytic CO2 reduction: a mini-review

The delocalization state of catalysts has been found to promote the stability and selectivity of CO2RR. This mini-review was discussed how the delocalization state of catalysts affects catalytic properties.

Graphical abstract: Effects of the delocalization state on electrocatalytic CO2 reduction: a mini-review
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Unconventional intermetallic noble metal nanocrystals for energy-conversion electrocatalysis

The distinctive atomic distance and coordination environment endow the unconventional intermetallic noble metal nanocrystals with enhanced electrochemical performance.

Graphical abstract: Unconventional intermetallic noble metal nanocrystals for energy-conversion electrocatalysis
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Selective catalytic reduction of NOx with NH3 over copper-based catalysts: recent advances and future prospects

This review presents the important progress of Cu-based catalysts for the NH3-SCR reaction. Special attention is given to elucidating the design of high-performance catalysts, as well as anti-inactivation measures in industrial applications.

Graphical abstract: Selective catalytic reduction of NOx with NH3 over copper-based catalysts: recent advances and future prospects
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A review of II–VI semiconductor nanoclusters for photocatalytic CO2 conversion: synthesis, characterization, and mechanisms

In this review, we briefly overview the syntheses, compositions, growth mechanisms, and performance improvement strategies of typical II–VI MSCs. Recent advances on the application of II–VI MSCs in photocatalytic CO2 reduction are introduced.

Graphical abstract: A review of II–VI semiconductor nanoclusters for photocatalytic CO2 conversion: synthesis, characterization, and mechanisms
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Green energy driven methane conversion under mild conditions

This review provides a comprehensive overview of recent efforts and understanding in methane conversion to valuable products, including oxygenates and hydrocarbons, by taking advantage of electrocatalysis and photocatalysis.

Graphical abstract: Green energy driven methane conversion under mild conditions
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Uniting activity design principles of anode catalysts for direct liquid fuel cells

This review provides a comprehensive overview of liquid fuel oxidation electrocatalysts, from fundamental principles to state-of-the-art materials in an effort to unify design principles for future materials.

Graphical abstract: Uniting activity design principles of anode catalysts for direct liquid fuel cells
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Progress in in-situ Characterization of Electrocatalysis

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Revolutionizing ORR catalyst design through computational methodologies and materials informatics

The combination of density functional theory (DFT), machine learning, descriptor-based analysis, and computational hydrogen electrode is pivotal in discovering novel classed of active catalysts for oxygen reduction reaction (ORR).

Graphical abstract: Revolutionizing ORR catalyst design through computational methodologies and materials informatics
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Advancements and opportunities in piezo-(photo)catalytic synthesis of value-added chemicals

Achieving value-added transformation of chemicals through green catalytic technology can simultaneously meet the market and environmental protection. This article reviews the recent advances in synthesizing value-added chemicals using piezo-(photo)catalytic technologies.

Graphical abstract: Advancements and opportunities in piezo-(photo)catalytic synthesis of value-added chemicals
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Advanced bifunctional catalyst design for rechargeable zinc–air batteries

This review provides an overview of advanced bifunctional catalysts that promotes both oxygen reduction reaction and oxygen evolution reaction in rechargeable zinc–air batteries, and analyses in detail their principles and future development.

Graphical abstract: Advanced bifunctional catalyst design for rechargeable zinc–air batteries
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A comparative overview of the electrochemical valorization and incorporation of CO2 in industrially relevant compounds

This review covers the recent work on the electrochemical valorization of CO2 towards key industrial compounds like carboxylic acids, urea and dimethyl carbonate by combining the eCO2RR intermediates with other active (in)organic reagents.

Graphical abstract: A comparative overview of the electrochemical valorization and incorporation of CO2 in industrially relevant compounds
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Cu-based catalysts for electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia: fundamentals and recent advances

This review provides an overview of Cu-based catalysts for electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia. It encompasses materials, reaction mechanisms, analysis methods and insights into the practical applications and economic prospects.

Graphical abstract: Cu-based catalysts for electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia: fundamentals and recent advances
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Crystalline carbon nitrides for photocatalysis

This review comprehensively summarizes the recent advances on crystalline carbon nitrides, including their preparation, optimization strategies, photocatalytic applications, as well as challenges and prospects.

Graphical abstract: Crystalline carbon nitrides for photocatalysis
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Metal halide perovskites for CO2 photoreduction: recent advances and future perspectives

This review presents a comprehensive overview of state-of-the-art developments in metal halide perovskite-based catalysts for photocatalytic reduction of CO2.

Graphical abstract: Metal halide perovskites for CO2 photoreduction: recent advances and future perspectives
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Nanostructured single-atom catalysts derived from natural building blocks

The emerging single-atom catalysts derived from biomass sources to date have been comprehensively summarized and discussed, including synthesis strategies, various biomass precursors, catalytic applications, existing challenges, and perspectives.

Graphical abstract: Nanostructured single-atom catalysts derived from natural building blocks
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Pt single crystal surfaces in electrochemistry and electrocatalysis

In this review, recent advances in the use of platinum single-crystal surfaces in electrochemistry are addressed.

Graphical abstract: Pt single crystal surfaces in electrochemistry and electrocatalysis
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Recent progress in understanding the catalyst layer in anion exchange membrane electrolyzers – durability, utilization, and integration

This review discusses recent insights in catalyst layer design strategies for anion exchange membrane water electrolyzers, including electrode design, catalyst/ionomer integration, operational variables, in situ diagnostics, and cell durability.

Graphical abstract: Recent progress in understanding the catalyst layer in anion exchange membrane electrolyzers – durability, utilization, and integration
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Multidisciplinary approaches for enzyme biocatalysis in pharmaceuticals: protein engineering, computational biology, and nanoarchitectonics

This article reviews the integration of multidisciplinary approaches, including protein engineering, computational biology, and nanoarchitectonics, to advance pharmaceutical enzyme biocatalysis.

Graphical abstract: Multidisciplinary approaches for enzyme biocatalysis in pharmaceuticals: protein engineering, computational biology, and nanoarchitectonics
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Research progress and perspectives on photocatalysts based on the lead-free double halide perovskite

Unlocking photocatalytic potential: this review explores the remarkable properties of lead-free double halide perovskites, their synthesis methods, and their role in photocatalytic H2 production and CO2 reduction.

Graphical abstract: Research progress and perspectives on photocatalysts based on the lead-free double halide perovskite
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Harnessing single-atom catalysts for CO2 electroreduction: a review of recent advances

We use an alchemical furnace as the main concept, with three pillars representing the general synthesis strategies for SACs. The four “elixirs” within the furnace chamber represent the diverse regulation strategies for SACs in CO2RR applications.

Graphical abstract: Harnessing single-atom catalysts for CO2 electroreduction: a review of recent advances
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Single atom catalysts for water electrolysis: from catalyst-coated substrate to catalyst-coated membrane

This review summarizes the integration of single atom catalysts and catalyst-coated membrane architecture, exhibiting high utilization of SACs, facile ion transport, low interfacial resistance, and excellent scalability.

Graphical abstract: Single atom catalysts for water electrolysis: from catalyst-coated substrate to catalyst-coated membrane
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Gas-phase errors in computational electrocatalysis: a review

In this review we show how DFT gas-phase errors affect computational models of electrocatalytic reactions.

Graphical abstract: Gas-phase errors in computational electrocatalysis: a review
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Structural engineering of catalysts for ammonia electrosynthesis from nitrate: recent advances and challenges

Electrocatalytic nitrate reduction to ammonia offers a sustainable approach for nitrogenous waste upcycling. This review outlines recent advances in the design of electrocatalysts through cross-scale structural engineering.

Graphical abstract: Structural engineering of catalysts for ammonia electrosynthesis from nitrate: recent advances and challenges
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Recent advances in tunable metal–support interactions for enhancing the photocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction

Photocatalytic nitrogen reduction using inexhaustible solar energy has been considered as a promising strategy for NH3 synthesis. The design of heterogeneous photocatalysts with tunable MSIs is of great significance.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in tunable metal–support interactions for enhancing the photocatalytic nitrogen reduction reaction
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Photocatalytic inactivation technologies for bioaerosols: advances and perspective

Photocatalytic bioaerosol control systems are urgently needed to inactivate airborne pathogenic microorganisms to prevent secondary contamination.

Graphical abstract: Photocatalytic inactivation technologies for bioaerosols: advances and perspective
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A chemist's guide to photoelectrode development for water splitting – the importance of molecular precursor design

This review outlines the underexplored molecular chemistry bottom-up approach of bespoke precursor design in photoelectrode development for photoelectrochemical water splitting.

Graphical abstract: A chemist's guide to photoelectrode development for water splitting – the importance of molecular precursor design
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Emerging on-chip microcells in electrocatalysis: functions of window and circuit

We discuss current achievements on two basic functions: window and circuit; the former focuses on the active sites, e.g., site identification and monitoring; the latter highlights circuit characteristics, e.g., electrical-field modulation, contact engineering, and in situ conductance.

Graphical abstract: Emerging on-chip microcells in electrocatalysis: functions of window and circuit
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Atomically imaging single atom catalysts and their behaviors by scanning tunneling microscopy

STM is promising for atomically precise imaging of single-atom catalysts, including their geometric and electronic structures and their behaviors.

Graphical abstract: Atomically imaging single atom catalysts and their behaviors by scanning tunneling microscopy
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Electroreforming injects a new life into solid waste

This review draws the similarities between electroreforming of biomass and plastic derivatives and highlights the pretreatment of raw solid waste, the innovation in catalyst design, and mechanism investigation of waste derivative conversion.

Graphical abstract: Electroreforming injects a new life into solid waste
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Metal-doped carbon nitride: an all-in-one photocatalyst

Graphitic carbon nitride (CN) has received significant attention for energy conversion. Metal doped CNs, as all-in-one photocatalysts, integrate light absorption, charge separation, and reactive site by incorporating atomic metal into CN framework.

Graphical abstract: Metal-doped carbon nitride: an all-in-one photocatalyst
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Strategies for the design of ruthenium-based electrocatalysts toward acidic oxygen evolution reaction

This review provides a thorough discussion of fundamental mechanistic understanding, attempts at advanced Ru-based acidic OER catalysts, and future research opportunities.

Graphical abstract: Strategies for the design of ruthenium-based electrocatalysts toward acidic oxygen evolution reaction
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Recent advances in electrocatalytic NOx reduction into ammonia

Electrochemical ammonia synthesis from gaseous NOx pollutant enables the replacement of conventional Haber-Bosch process.  This review summarizes the efforts toward electrocatalyst development for selective NH3 production from NOx.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in electrocatalytic NOx reduction into ammonia
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Microkinetic studies for mechanism interpretation in electrocatalytic CO and CO2 reduction: current and perspective

The accurate and reliable microkinetic modeling of electrochemical CO2 reduction requires a synergistic combination of experimental and computational approaches, alongside the use of operando spectroscopies as complementary techniques.

Graphical abstract: Microkinetic studies for mechanism interpretation in electrocatalytic CO and CO2 reduction: current and perspective
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Single-site catalysts for CO2 electroreduction

The emerging single-site catalysts for electrochemical CO2 reduction have been comprehensively summarized and discussed, including their catalytic mechanisms, synthesis, optimization strategies, remaining challenges and perspectives.

Graphical abstract: Single-site catalysts for CO2 electroreduction
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Catalytic hydrogen storage in liquid hydrogen carriers

The storage and transportation of hydrogen remain significant hurdles for its commercialization and large-scale implementation. Liquid hydrogen carriers have emerged as promising solutions in hydrogen energy conversion systems.

Graphical abstract: Catalytic hydrogen storage in liquid hydrogen carriers
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Strategies for reducing the overpotential of one-dimensional Si nanostructured photoelectrodes for solar hydrogen production

Strategies to reduce the overpotential of 1D silicon nanostructured photoelectrodes for solar hydrogen generation: co-catalysts to improve the reaction kinetics, hetero- and homo-junctions to improve carrier collection and enhance photovoltage.

Graphical abstract: Strategies for reducing the overpotential of one-dimensional Si nanostructured photoelectrodes for solar hydrogen production
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Electrocatalysts for value-added electrolysis coupled with hydrogen evolution

Recent progresses of value-added electrolysis that replace OER with value-added anodic reactions. Representation of the elements: hydrogen (white color), carbon (gray), oxygen (red), nitrogen (blue), and iodine (magenta).

Graphical abstract: Electrocatalysts for value-added electrolysis coupled with hydrogen evolution
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Layered double hydroxides and their composites as high-performance photocatalysts for CO2 reduction

The panorama of the latest developments of LDH-based photocatalysts for CO2 reduction is exhibited.

Graphical abstract: Layered double hydroxides and their composites as high-performance photocatalysts for CO2 reduction
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A review of the recent progress on direct heterogeneous catalytic CO2 hydrogenation to gasoline-range hydrocarbons

This review presents important progress, main catalytic systems and critical scientific issues on direct heterogeneous catalytic CO2 hydrogenation to gasoline-range hydrocarbons.

Graphical abstract: A review of the recent progress on direct heterogeneous catalytic CO2 hydrogenation to gasoline-range hydrocarbons
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Advances in organic semiconductors for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction

This article reviews organic photocatalyst hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), discussing the excitonic behaviour and improvement strategies. It also covers progress in organic photocatalysts, and assesses HER efficiency and stability.

Graphical abstract: Advances in organic semiconductors for photocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction
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Recent advances in perovskite oxide electrocatalysts for Li–O2 batteries

This review provides a timely and comprehensive understanding of recent advances towards perovskite-based catalysts for lithium–oxygen batteries.

Graphical abstract: Recent advances in perovskite oxide electrocatalysts for Li–O2 batteries
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Clarifying the local microenvironment of metal–organic frameworks and their derivatives for electrochemical CO2 reduction: advances and perspectives

Electrochemical CO2 reduction has been widely explored since 1970's, which could alleviate the current environmental and energy crisis caused by excessive CO2. Various strategies have been developed, including engineering and optimization of electrolytic cells and catalysts.

Graphical abstract: Clarifying the local microenvironment of metal–organic frameworks and their derivatives for electrochemical CO2 reduction: advances and perspectives
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Evolution of singlet oxygen in peroxymonosulfate activation: a review

Given that sulfate-radical-based advanced oxidation processes (SR-AOPs) have attracted great attention in recent years, PMS activation has been reckoned to be an alternative method to the Fenton process in environmental remediation.

Graphical abstract: Evolution of singlet oxygen in peroxymonosulfate activation: a review
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