Perspective
Tribocatalysis: a successful marriage of triboelectricity and heterogeneous catalysis
We discuss how tribocatalysis utilizes friction-generated charges to drive chemical transformations. The proposed mechanistic understanding, catalyst design, and future research directions are examined.
Advances in solvent-free syntheses of covalent organic frameworks towards catalysis and battery applications
This review provides an introduction to the recent progress of solvent-free syntheses of COFs, summarizes their preparation methods, unique advantages and applications in catalysis and batteries and discusses the opportunities and challenges.
Recent progress on ZnIn2S4 -based composite photocatalyst for photocatalytic hydrogen production coupling organic synthesis
Review Article
Selective production of aldehydes: from traditional alternatives to alcohol photo-oxidation using g-C3N4-based materials
Once largely overlooked, selective photocatalysis has recently seen rapid development and now includes several new applications. The production of valuable aldehydes is one of the most relevant areas.
Communication
Long-lived room temperature phosphorescence in aqueous micellar systems: application in cyclobutane synthesis
The micelle-induced excimer formation of simple chalcone is investigated and applied in synthesis. The concept allowed for the visible light promoted [2+2] photocycloaddition to occur, generating cyclobutanes.
Improved tetracycline degradation via integrated peroxymonosulfate activation and photocatalytic self-Fenton using hybrid Type-II/Z-scheme Se/g-C3N4/Bi2WO6 carboxymethyl cellulose hydrogels
Developing efficient integrated advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) is vital for sustainable treatment of antibiotic-contaminated water.
The strain-mediated orbital synergy in Co3O4 for enhanced oxygen evolution reaction activity
Strain-regulated on Co3O4(100) enhances OER performance by inducing Jahn–Teller distortion of Co 3d orbitals and improving oxygen intermediate adsorption, with optimal strain at −2%.
Paper
Decoding chemical structure–interface correlation in covalent organic framework for sustainable organic electrosynthesis
The role of covalent organic frameworks' physicochemical properties on the structure-dynamics of electrical double layer is rationalised for probe electrocatalysis for the first time, revealing novel insights into charge and mass transfer processes.
Polyoxometalate@metal–organic framework-derived Fe-Co-Mo/NC: an advanced electrocatalyst for zinc–air batteries
Defective Fe-Co-Mo/NC from Anderson-POM@ZIF-8 gives 150 mW cm−2, 787 mAh g−1, >300 h Zn–air battery.
Roles of Ru on PtRu Surface in Electrocatalytic Ammonia Oxidation
A novel ternary Mn2O3 decorated GO-MoS2 heterostructure for enhanced tetracycline degradation and green H2 production under visible light
A facile synthesis method of a manganese(III) oxide decorated on graphene oxide molybdenum disulphide composite (Mn2O3@GO-MoS2) is reported as a sustainable photocatalyst for green hydrogen (H2) production and tetracycline degradation.
Paper
Selective and sustainable nitro reduction and reductive N-alkylation using a recyclable V2O5/TiO2 catalyst for amine synthesis
We present a sustainable and versatile catalytic platform for the synthesis of primary and secondary amines via the selective reduction of nitroarenes, employing a heterogeneous V2O5/TiO2 catalyst.
Engineering ultrafine Cu nanoparticles supported on zeolites via solvent-free inter-zeolite transformation for bioethanol dehydrogenation
Regulating exciton binding energy in resorcinol-formaldehyde resin via S-scheme heterojunction construction for efficient full-spectrum-driven H2O2 production
An S-scheme heterojunction composed of resorcinol-formaldehyde (RF) resin and MgIn2S4 (RF/MIS) was constructed to minimize the exciton binding energy of RF by modulating charge transfer pathways.
Ordered multi-modal sulfated MOF-808 and its improved catalytic performance in glycerol esterification
Surfactant-assisted porosity engineering and sulfation of MOF-808 enable efficient triacetin formation by combining hierarchical pores with tailored Brønsted acidity.
Engineered 3D copper ferrite/kaolinite/polypyrrole carbon black hydrogels for efficient persulfate activation in tetracycline degradation: kinetics, mechanistic insights, toxicity, and green metrics
This study develops reusable CKP hydrogels (CuFe2O4/kaolinite/polypyrrole–carbon black/CMC), achieving 98% tetracycline degradation in 15 min via LED-persulfate activation.
Paper
MiniSOG as a biodegradable heterogeneous photocatalyst for coupled redox biotransformations
MiniSOG flavoprotein immobilized as biodegradable cross-linked enzyme aggregates (CLEAs) forms a resuable heterogeneous material, enabling controlled dual photoredox biotransformations under visible-light irradiation.
Paper
Visible-light H2 evolution using dye-sensitized TiO2: effects of physicochemical properties of TiO2 on excited carrier dynamics and activity
Back electron transfer (BET) and dye aggregation govern H2 evolution in Ru dye-sensitized TiO2, where crystal phase and surface area dictate interfacial dynamics. Efficient H2 production requires both BET suppression and optimal dye arrangement.
About this collection
Guest Edited by Prof. Mario J. Muñoz-Batista (University of Granada, Spain), Prof. Bo Weng (Institute of Urban Environment, Chinese Academy of Sciences), Prof. Choe Earn Choong(Kwangwoon University, South Korea), Prof. Asim Bhaumik(School of Materials Sciences, Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, India), and Prof. Damien Debecker (University of Louvain, Belgium).
Sustainable catalysis can be defined as a multidisciplinary approach that integrates environmental, economic, and social factors to develop catalytic processes that are viable over the long term. This field focuses on creating and utilizing catalysts that enhance the efficiency and selectivity of chemical reactions while minimizing environmental impact and promoting resource conservation. Key aspects include the development of materials using environmentally friendly synthesis techniques or waste-derived materials, transforming waste into valuable resources, and addressing critical environmental challenges. Additionally, sustainable catalysis emphasizes the synergistic use of energy, optimizing processes to reduce energy consumption and enhance overall efficiency.