Themed collection 2022 Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers HOT articles

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The missing MIL-101(Mn): geometrically guided synthesis and topologically correlated valence states

Through a geometrically guided approach, i.e. with the aid of pyridyl modulators, the long-sought MIL-101(Mn) structure is finally achieved, which features emergent topologically correlated mixed-valence states that are apt for enzymatic catalysis.

Graphical abstract: The missing MIL-101(Mn): geometrically guided synthesis and topologically correlated valence states
From the themed collection: FOCUS: Metal and Metal-Containing Clusters
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[C(NH2)3]2S2O8: combining delocalized and localized π-conjugate units to achieve strong optical anisotropy

The optimizing combination of organic delocalized π-conjugated units and inorganic structural units with localized π orbitals leads to large birefringence and short UV cut-off edge.

Graphical abstract: [C(NH2)3]2S2O8: combining delocalized and localized π-conjugate units to achieve strong optical anisotropy
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In situ implanting MnO nanoparticles into carbon nanorod-assembled microspheres enables performance-enhanced room-temperature Na–S batteries

In situ implanting MnO fine nanoparticles into carbon nanorod-assembled microspheres enables improved electrode stability and electrochemical performance via structural and compositional synergy.

Graphical abstract: In situ implanting MnO nanoparticles into carbon nanorod-assembled microspheres enables performance-enhanced room-temperature Na–S batteries
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High rate capability achieved by reducing the miscibility gap of Na4−xMnV(PO4)3

Reducing the grain size to the nanoscale enables fast kinetics and rate capability due to narrowing the miscibility gap of Na4−xMnV(PO4)3, which effectively suppresses the phase transformation of materials during the electrochemical process.

Graphical abstract: High rate capability achieved by reducing the miscibility gap of Na4−xMnV(PO4)3
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Bi2S3/ZnS heterostructures for H2S sensing in the dark: the synergy of increased surface-adsorbed oxygen and charge transfer

Bi2S3/ZnS heterostructures with increased surface-adsorbed oxygen and charge transfer in the dark were designed and used to achieve ppb level H2S detection at room temperature.

Graphical abstract: Bi2S3/ZnS heterostructures for H2S sensing in the dark: the synergy of increased surface-adsorbed oxygen and charge transfer
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Chiral copper(I)–organic frameworks for dye degradation and the enantioselective recognition of amino acids

Four novel chiral CMOFs with a 2D layered hexagonal network have been prepared and used for dye adsorption and degradation. Furthermore, one exhibits different adsorption rates and efficiencies for chiral amino acids.

Graphical abstract: Chiral copper(i)–organic frameworks for dye degradation and the enantioselective recognition of amino acids
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Li6.58Na7.43Sr4(B9O18)(B12O24)Cl: unprecedented combination of the largest two highly polymerized isolated B–O clusters with novel isolated B9O18 FBB

A new borate exhibiting the unprecedented combination of the largest two highly polymerized B–O clusters with novel B9O18 FBB was obtained. And the corresponding design strategies for borates with two polymerized B–O clusters are proposed.

Graphical abstract: Li6.58Na7.43Sr4(B9O18)(B12O24)Cl: unprecedented combination of the largest two highly polymerized isolated B–O clusters with novel isolated B9O18 FBB
From the themed collection: FOCUS: Metal and Metal-Containing Clusters
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The exploration of new infrared nonlinear optical crystals based on the polymorphism of BaGa4S7

Two new polymorphism of BaGa4S7 was successfully discovered and synthesized. Among them, β-BaGa4S7 exhibits the best balance among a large phase-matching SHG response and a wide band gap, as well as the stable physicochemical property.

Graphical abstract: The exploration of new infrared nonlinear optical crystals based on the polymorphism of BaGa4S7
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Cr3+-Doped double perovskite antimonates: efficient and tunable phosphors from NIR-I to NIR-II

By tuning cationic compositions, Cr3+-doped antimonate double perovskites present emissions from NIR-I to NIR-II regions. In particular, Ca2ScSbO6:Cr3+ and Sr2InSbO6:Cr3+ feature long-wavelength emissions with high luminescence efficiency.

Graphical abstract: Cr3+-Doped double perovskite antimonates: efficient and tunable phosphors from NIR-I to NIR-II
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Plasma-etched Ti2O3 with oxygen vacancies for enhanced NH3 electrosynthesis and Zn–N2 batteries

Plasma-etched OV-Ti2O3 behaves as an active and stable catalyst for electrochemical N2 reduction to yield NH3, capable of attaining a large NH3 yield of 37.24 μg h−1 mgcat.−1 and high faradaic efficiency of 19.29%.

Graphical abstract: Plasma-etched Ti2O3 with oxygen vacancies for enhanced NH3 electrosynthesis and Zn–N2 batteries
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Ultrathin tungsten-doped hydrogenated titanium dioxide nanosheets for solar-driven hydrogen evolution

Ultrathin tungsten-doped hydrogenated TiO2 (W-h-TiO2) nanosheets are highly efficient for photocatalytic hydrogen production by water splitting without a noble metal cocatalyst.

Graphical abstract: Ultrathin tungsten-doped hydrogenated titanium dioxide nanosheets for solar-driven hydrogen evolution
From the themed collection: FOCUS: Photocatalysis
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Deadlocks of adenine ribonucleotide synthesis: evaluation of adsorption and condensation reactions in a zeolite micropore space

Herein, we report on adenine, D-ribose, and monophosphate adsorption/co-adsorption into the synthetic analog of the zeolite mineral mordenite followed by drying at 50 °C and thermal activation at 150 °C under an argon atmosphere.

Graphical abstract: Deadlocks of adenine ribonucleotide synthesis: evaluation of adsorption and condensation reactions in a zeolite micropore space
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Regulating the interfacial water structure by tensile strain to boost electrochemical semi-hydrogenation of alkynes

Interfacial water structure is effectively regulated by tensile strain toward K·H2O and 2-HB·H2O. K·H2O speeds up the ECSH conversion and 2-HB·H2O improves the alkene selectivity. PdCu icosahedrons deliver an enhanced the ECSH performance.

Graphical abstract: Regulating the interfacial water structure by tensile strain to boost electrochemical semi-hydrogenation of alkynes
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High-performance electrochemical nitrate reduction to ammonia under ambient conditions using NiFe2O4 nanosheet arrays

NiFe2O4/CC is a highly active electrocatalyst for the conversion of nitrate to ammonia under ambient conditions, achieving a remarkably high faradaic efficiency of 96.6% and a large yield of 10.3 mg h−1 cm−2 in 0.1 M PBS with 0.1 M NaNO3.

Graphical abstract: High-performance electrochemical nitrate reduction to ammonia under ambient conditions using NiFe2O4 nanosheet arrays
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Oxidative versus basic asynchronous hydrogen atom transfer reactions of Mn(III)-hydroxo and Mn(III)-aqua complexes

This study provides valuable insights into the oxidative vs. basic asynchronous CPET mechanisms of HAT reactions to exhibit reversed electronic substitution effects on HAT reactions of Mn(III)-hydroxo and Mn(III)-aqua complexes.

Graphical abstract: Oxidative versus basic asynchronous hydrogen atom transfer reactions of Mn(iii)-hydroxo and Mn(iii)-aqua complexes
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KNa0.78Eu0.27In3.80B12S12: a novel hexanary thioborate featuring a B12S12 cluster and diverse InSx (x = 4, 5, 6) units

A novel thioborate KNa0.78Eu0.27In3.80B12S12 features {[In3.80B12S12]2.6−} framework built by B12S12 clusters and InSx (x = 4, 5, 6) units. Its structural chemistry is well described, and compared with known compounds containing B12Q12 cluster.

Graphical abstract: KNa0.78Eu0.27In3.80B12S12: a novel hexanary thioborate featuring a B12S12 cluster and diverse InSx (x = 4, 5, 6) units
From the themed collection: FOCUS: Metal and Metal-Containing Clusters
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(R)- and (S)-[C8H10NO3]2[NbOF5]: noncentrosymmetric niobium oxyfluorides with large optical anisotropy

Huge crystals of novel noncentrosymmetric chiral niobium oxyfluorides have been systematically grown via the systematic driving of chiral structure-directing agents.

Graphical abstract: (R)- and (S)-[C8H10NO3]2[NbOF5]: noncentrosymmetric niobium oxyfluorides with large optical anisotropy
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Facile synthesis of compact CdS–CuS heterostructures for optimal CO2-to-syngas photoconversion

Compact CdS–CuS heterostructures were synthesized by a facile cation exchange pathway and applied for syngas production via CO2 photoreduction.

Graphical abstract: Facile synthesis of compact CdS–CuS heterostructures for optimal CO2-to-syngas photoconversion
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Luminescent porous metal–organic gels for efficient adsorption and sensitive detection of chlortetracycline hydrochloride assisted by smartphones and a test paper-based analytical device

Three porous and luminescent JLUE-MOGs are fabricated for the efficient removal of CTC, and on-site rapid and sensitive detection of CTC with the help of paper and a smartphone is realized.

Graphical abstract: Luminescent porous metal–organic gels for efficient adsorption and sensitive detection of chlortetracycline hydrochloride assisted by smartphones and a test paper-based analytical device
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Tellurate polymorphs with high-performance nonlinear optical switch property and wide mid-IR transparency

Li2HfTeO6 has been identified to function as a mid-IR transparent NLO switch with high figures of merit.

Graphical abstract: Tellurate polymorphs with high-performance nonlinear optical switch property and wide mid-IR transparency
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Realizing an aqueous sodium-ion battery with a super-high discharge voltage based on a novel FeSe2@rGO anode

Aqueous sodium-ion batteries (ASIBs) promise particularly increased operational safety and lower manufacturing cost than the current state-of-the-art organic electrolyte-based lithium-ion batteries.

Graphical abstract: Realizing an aqueous sodium-ion battery with a super-high discharge voltage based on a novel FeSe2@rGO anode
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Dual-functional ratiometric fluorescent sensor based on mixed-lanthanide metal–organic frameworks for the detection of trace water and temperature

A mixed-lanthanide MOF with multiple readouts has been developed, which presents a promising paradigm for real-time and in situ determination of trace water and temperature.

Graphical abstract: Dual-functional ratiometric fluorescent sensor based on mixed-lanthanide metal–organic frameworks for the detection of trace water and temperature
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Yolk–shell smart Pickering nanoreactors for base-free one-pot cascade Knoevenagel-hydrogenation with high catalytic efficiency in water

The cascade Knoevenagel-hydrogenation reaction catalyzed by our smart Pickering nanoreactors can be carried out by a real one-pot method.

Graphical abstract: Yolk–shell smart Pickering nanoreactors for base-free one-pot cascade Knoevenagel-hydrogenation with high catalytic efficiency in water
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Controllable synthesis of platinum–tin intermetallic nanoparticles with high electrocatalytic performance for ethanol oxidation

A series of PtxSny intermetallic nanoparticles including Pt3Sn, PtSn, PtSn2, and PtSn4 were successfully synthesized by an HMDS-assisted method, and the ethanol oxidation reaction tests show that an Sn : Pt molar ratio of 1 : 1 shows the best activity.

Graphical abstract: Controllable synthesis of platinum–tin intermetallic nanoparticles with high electrocatalytic performance for ethanol oxidation
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A CdS/MnS p–n heterojunction with a directional carrier diffusion path for efficient photocatalytic H2 production

A CdS/MnS p–n heterojunction is prepared. The H2 production rate is 5.92 mmol g−1 h−1 with the apparent quantum efficiency of 5.63% at 420 nm, which is 10.57 times and 49.33 times higher than that of CdS nanorods and MnS, respectively.

Graphical abstract: A CdS/MnS p–n heterojunction with a directional carrier diffusion path for efficient photocatalytic H2 production
From the themed collection: FOCUS: Photocatalysis
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Porosity regulation of metal–organic frameworks for high proton conductivity by rational ligand design: mono- versus disulfonyl-4,4′-biphenyldicarboxylic acid

Three 3D MOFs, (Me2NH2)2(H3O)[LnL2]·8H2O (Ln = Eu, Gd, Tb), based on 2-sulfonyl-4,4′-biphenyldicarboxylic acid (H3L) have been prepared which show a high proton conductivity under low relative humidity.

Graphical abstract: Porosity regulation of metal–organic frameworks for high proton conductivity by rational ligand design: mono- versus disulfonyl-4,4′-biphenyldicarboxylic acid
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Co3O4 nanoparticle-dotted hierarchical-assembled carbon nanosheet framework catalysts with the formation/decomposition mechanisms of Li2O2 for smart lithium–oxygen batteries

Co3O4-HCNFs were fabricated and proved to be effective for the full composition/decomposition of generated Li2O2 thin films during the oxygen reduction reaction and oxygen evolution reaction processes.

Graphical abstract: Co3O4 nanoparticle-dotted hierarchical-assembled carbon nanosheet framework catalysts with the formation/decomposition mechanisms of Li2O2 for smart lithium–oxygen batteries
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Facile regeneration of oxidized porous carbon nitride rods by the de-aromatization of the heptazine network in bulk g-C3N4

The one-dimensional oxidized porous carbon nitride rods via de-aromatization of the heptazine network in bulk g-C3N4 exhibit excellent photocatalytic activity towards the degradation of rhodamine B compared with that of bulk g-C3N4.

Graphical abstract: Facile regeneration of oxidized porous carbon nitride rods by the de-aromatization of the heptazine network in bulk g-C3N4
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The challenge of silanol species characterization in zeolites

The chemistry of silica-based materials, including zeolites, is strongly influenced by the nature and number of their silanols.

Graphical abstract: The challenge of silanol species characterization in zeolites
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Self-assembled transition metal chalcogenides@CoAl-LDH 2D/2D heterostructures with enhanced photoactivity for hydrogen evolution

Electrostatic self-assembly offered an effective and universal strategy for innovatively constructing a class of CoAl-LDH/transition metal chalcogenides 2D/2D heterojunctions for boosted photocatalytic H2 evolution.

Graphical abstract: Self-assembled transition metal chalcogenides@CoAl-LDH 2D/2D heterostructures with enhanced photoactivity for hydrogen evolution
From the themed collection: FOCUS: Photocatalysis
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Organometallic Ni(II), Ni(III), and Ni(IV) complexes relevant to carbon–carbon and carbon–oxygen bond formation reactions

Herein, the pyridinophane tetradentate ligand PyNMe3 is used to isolate and structurally characterize well-defined organometallic Ni(II) and Ni(III) complexes bearing the cycloneophyl fragment, an alkyl/aryl C-donor ligand.

Graphical abstract: Organometallic Ni(ii), Ni(iii), and Ni(iv) complexes relevant to carbon–carbon and carbon–oxygen bond formation reactions
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A novel monoclinic metal oxide catalyst for oxygen evolution reactions in alkaline media

Co-Doped Fe2(MoO4)3 was synthesised via spray pyrolysis-calcination. The optimal Co0.15-Fe2(MoO4)3 exhibited excellent OER performance with an overpotential of 273 mV at 10 mA cm−2.

Graphical abstract: A novel monoclinic metal oxide catalyst for oxygen evolution reactions in alkaline media
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Preparation of nickel-bound porous carbon and its application in supercapacitors

In this study, nickel-bound porous carbon (Ni-PC) was prepared by introducing Ni2+ into dipotassium ethylenediaminetetraacetate (EDTA-2K) derived nitrogen-doped porous carbon (PC) using the ball milling method.

Graphical abstract: Preparation of nickel-bound porous carbon and its application in supercapacitors
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Anchoring stable FeS2 nanoparticles on MXene nanosheets via interface engineering for efficient water splitting

Benefiting from an abundant interface with many active sites, robust interaction and synergistic effect between FeS2 and MXene, FeS2@MXene exhibits remarkable catalytic activity towards water splitting in alkaline electrolytes.

Graphical abstract: Anchoring stable FeS2 nanoparticles on MXene nanosheets via interface engineering for efficient water splitting
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Enhancing interfacial charge transfer in mesoporous MoS2/CdS nanojunction architectures for highly efficient visible-light photocatalytic water splitting

Mesoporous MoS2-modified CdS nanojunction networks possessing advantageous electronic connectivity and charge transfer behavior at the interfaces deliver highly efficient visible-light photocatalytic H2 production activity from water splitting.

Graphical abstract: Enhancing interfacial charge transfer in mesoporous MoS2/CdS nanojunction architectures for highly efficient visible-light photocatalytic water splitting
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Aluminum molecular rings bearing amino-polyalcohol for iodine capture

Amino-polyalcohol-solvothermal synthesis leads to the isolation of a broad range of aluminum molecular rings, which exhibit considerable affinity towards iodine molecules.

Graphical abstract: Aluminum molecular rings bearing amino-polyalcohol for iodine capture
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NiSe2/FeSe2 heterostructured nanoparticles supported on rGO for efficient water electrolysis

Hybrid architectures composed of NiSe2/FeSe2 heterostructured nanoparticles supported on rGO were synthesized through a facile self-templating strategy, and exhibited excellent electrocatalytic performance for overall water splitting.

Graphical abstract: NiSe2/FeSe2 heterostructured nanoparticles supported on rGO for efficient water electrolysis
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The reaction mechanism of acetylene hydrochlorination on defective carbon supported ruthenium catalysts identified by DFT calculations and experimental approaches

The electron density of ruthenium ions in RuCl3/AC-D catalyst increases, which reduces the energy barrier of the main reaction and inhibits the side reactions.

Graphical abstract: The reaction mechanism of acetylene hydrochlorination on defective carbon supported ruthenium catalysts identified by DFT calculations and experimental approaches
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