Themed collection Surface Engineering of Transition Metal-based 2D Layered Materials
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Introduction to surface engineering of transition metal-based 2D layered materials for anti-corrosion and energy applications
Subrata Kundu introduces the Materials Advances themed collection on Surface engineering of transition metal-based 2D layered materials.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 4023-4024
https://doi.org/10.1039/D4MA90053G
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Anti-corrosion applications of 2D transition metal based layered materials
Due to the excellent properties, 2D transition metal layered materials have been thoroughly investigated for anti-corrosion. This article briefly reviews the structures and synthetic methods of 2D transition metal layered materials, and their recent applications in metal corrosion prevention.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 2655-2667
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA00919J
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Layered nanomaterials for renewable energy generation and storage
This study focuses on potential applications of two-dimensional (2D) materials in renewable energy research.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 394-408
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA00924F
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2D layered double hydroxides and transition metal dichalcogenides for applications in the electrochemical production of renewable hydrogen
Layered double hydroxides (LDHs) and transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs) are promising electrocatalysts in the splitting of water and the production of hydrogen.
Mater. Adv., 2023,4, 6478-6497
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA00685A
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Metal–organic framework and graphene composites: advanced materials for electrochemical supercapacitor applications
Bridging the properties of MOFs and graphene and the development of MOF–graphene composite materials has the potential to extend their usage in supercapacitors and serve as a valuable resource for further investigation.
Mater. Adv., 2023,4, 4679-4706
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA00523B
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High-entropy layered hydroxide for efficient and sustainable seawater oxidation
High-entropy NiCrCoFeMo layered hydroxide has been identified as a potential electrocatalyst for sustainable seawater oxidation with high activity and great corrosion resistance ability.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 5156-5166
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA00941F
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Tribo-electrical evaluation of conductive fluid film of Ti3C2Tz MXene-containing lubricant
Multi-Layer (ML)-Ti3C2Tz MXene is being incorporated in lubricants to enhance their tribo-electrical performance.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 5063-5069
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA01036H
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In situ growth of NiSe2 nanoparticles on g-C3N4 nanosheets for an efficient hydrogen evolution reaction
NiSe2/g-C3N4 nanocomposite catalyst exhibits superior hydrogen evolution performance, offering a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to noble metal-based catalysts for hydrogen production.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 4345-4353
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA00948C
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Surface engineering of a 2D CuFe-LDH/MoS2 photocatalyst for improved hydrogen generation
Creating effective heterostructure photocatalysts with S-scheme-based charge-transfer dynamics enables efficient electron transfers, thereby enhancing visible-light-induced photocatalytic hydrogen production.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 4159-4171
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA00881A
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Single-crystalline WSe2 nanoflakes as efficient electrocatalysts
Microwave-assisted synthesis of 2D WSe2 nanoflakes from a single molecular source for efficient electrocatalysis.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 3490-3498
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA01100C
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Exploring the electrocatalytic prowess of a synergistic 1T-MoS2-metallic Ni composite towards alkaline hydrogen evolution
1T-MoS2-metallic Ni composite as cathode and NiS as anode material showed efficient electrocatalytic performance towards total water splitting under alkaline conditions.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 2805-2817
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA01077E
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Exploring pristine and transition metal doped SiP2 monolayer as a promising anode material for metal (Li, Na, Mg) ion battery
We investigate the structural and electronic properties of pristine 2D SiP2 monolayers, and upon doping with a transition metal (Cr, Mn, Co, Ni). Further, we show the potential application as an anode material in metal ion batteries.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 2797-2804
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA01079A
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Morphology-controlled synthesis of a NiCo-carbonate layered double hydroxide as an electrode material for solid-state asymmetric supercapacitors
NiCo-carbonate layered double hydroxides of diverse morphologies, such as nanorod, microcube, microplate and urchin-like, are synthesized by a single-step synthesis and their electrochemical energy storage performance is evaluated.
Mater. Adv., 2024,5, 2271-2284
https://doi.org/10.1039/D3MA01008B
About this collection
Guest Edited by Professor Subrata Kundu (Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI), India). This collection features research on transition metal based 2D materials, highlighting important advances in surface engineering techniques, anti-corrosion applications, and energy applications.