Themed collection 2019 Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers Review-type Articles
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Chemically modified electrodes with MOFs for the determination of inorganic and organic analytes via voltammetric techniques: a critical review
Current status on MOF-modified electrodes for voltammetric analyses of inorganic/organic species is critically discussed. We provide future research directions and specific criteria that MOFs should satisfy prior to their use as electrode modifiers.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 3440-3455
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00965E
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Electro-activity and magnetic switching in lanthanide-based single-molecule magnets
The present work reviews switching of single-molecule magnetic behaviour achieved through various stimuli such as temperature, light irradiation, redox processes, solvation/desolvation, and magnetic field.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 3398-3417
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00875F
Metal–organic framework-derived heterojunctions as nanocatalysts for photocatalytic hydrogen production
A summary of using the pore chemistry or surface chemistry of MOFs to construct heterojunction nanocatalysts for photocatalytic hydrogen production.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 3456-3467
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00964G
Sb2S3 solar cells: functional layer preparation and device performance
This review focuses on Sb2S3 solar cell functional layers, including their preparation methodologies, morphologies, structures, and photovoltaic performance.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 3381-3397
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00800D
A review of the advanced developments of electrochemical sensors for the detection of toxic and bioactive molecules
The recent developments made regarding the novel, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly nanocatalysts for the electrochemical sensing of biomolecules, pesticides, nitro compounds and heavy metal ions are discussed in this review article.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 3418-3439
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00602H
Current progress of metallic and carbon-based nanostructure catalysts towards the electrochemical reduction of CO2
The current design and development of inorganic nanostructured electrocatalysts for carbon dioxide reduction are highlighted in this review.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 3363-3380
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00484J
Advanced electrospun nanomaterials for highly efficient electrocatalysis
We highlight the recent developments of electrospun nanomaterials with controlled morphology, composition and architecture for highly efficient electrocatalysis.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 3012-3040
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00799G
Polyoxometalate-supported metal carbonyl derivatives: from synthetic strategies to structural diversity and applications
This review aims to give an overview of the POM-supported metal carbonyl complexes obtained so far, focusing on their structural diversity and potential photochemical and catalytic properties.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 3041-3056
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00832B
Luminescent perovskites: recent advances in theory and experiments
This review summarizes previous research on luminescent perovskites, including oxides and halides, with different structural dimensionality. The relationship between the crystal structure, electronic structure and properties is discussed in detail.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 2969-3011
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00777F
Recent progress in the application of group 1, 2 & 13 metal complexes as catalysts for the ring opening polymerization of cyclic esters
This review focuses on recent developments concerned with the use of well-defined main group complexes as (pre-)catalysts for the ROP of cyclic esters to give aliphatic polyesters; factors influencing catalytic activity, selectivity and polymer properties are all discussed.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 2619-2652
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00855A
Shaping well-defined noble-metal-based nanostructures for fabricating high-performance electrocatalysts: advances and perspectives
This review highlights recent advances in shaping protocols and structure-activity relationships of noble-metal-based catalysts with well-defined nanostructures in electrochemical reactions.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 2582-2618
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00689C
Hollow multi-shelled structures for energy conversion and storage applications
Materials with hollow multi-shelled structures composed of various compositions are promising candidates for energy conversion and storage applications.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 2239-2259
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00634F
Rare earth double perovskites: a fertile soil in the field of perovskite oxides
This review summarizes the compositions, syntheses, and applications of rare earth A2B′B′′O6 double perovskites.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 2226-2238
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00512A
Chiral zeolite beta: structure, synthesis, and application
Pure polymorph-A of zeolite beta with chiral pore structure has potential applications in asymmetric catalysis and chiral separations.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 1938-1951
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00574A
Metal–organic framework-based materials for the recovery of uranium from aqueous solutions
This review focuses on the recent progress in MOFs and MOF-based materials as superior adsorbents for the efficient removal of uranium from aqueous solutions.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 1924-1937
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00386J
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Diazido platinum(IV) complexes for photoactivated anticancer chemotherapy
Diazido Pt(IV) complexes with a general formula [Pt(N3)2(L)(L′)(OR)(OR′)] are a new generation of anticancer prodrugs designed for use in photoactivated chemotherapy.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 1623-1638
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00288J
AIEgen functionalized inorganic–organic hybrid nanomaterials for cancer diagnosis and therapy
AIEgen functionalized inorganic–organic hybrid nanomaterials with multifunctions can be used for cancer diagnosis and imaging-guided synergistic therapy.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 1613-1622
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00411D
Status and prospects of SexSy cathodes for lithium/sodium storage
The recent progress in SexSy cathode materials for lithium and sodium batteries is summarized extensively.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 1326-1340
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00278B
Recent insights into near-infrared light-responsive carbon dots for bioimaging and cancer phototherapy
The current developments of NIR-responsive CDs and their applications in bioimaging and phototherapy are highlighted in this review.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 1116-1128
https://doi.org/10.1039/C9QI00201D
Recent progress in ligand-centered homogeneous electrocatalysts for hydrogen evolution reaction
Recent advances in metal and metal-free ligand-centred electrocatalytic H2 evolution have been reviewed.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 343-354
https://doi.org/10.1039/C8QI01220B
Ultrafast synthesis of zeolites: breakthrough, progress and perspective
An ultrafast route was established to synthesize industrially important zeolites in several minutes, which represents a breakthrough in the field of zeolite synthesis.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2019,6, 14-31
https://doi.org/10.1039/C8QI00939B
About this collection
Critical reviews, highlights and chemistry frontiers articles published in Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers during 2019 are collated as below for the benefit of readers.