Themed collection 2022 Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers Review-type Articles
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Array configurations of oxometallate–Ag cluster hybrid nanocomposites
This review provides a classification of oxometallate–Ag cluster hybrid nanocomposites based on their array configurations and introduces the fascinating properties and cooperative effects of oxometallate and Ag clusters.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 6330-6343
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2QI02002E
Two-dimensional materials for electrocatalysis and energy storage applications
In this review, two-dimensional (2D) materials beyond graphene and their applications in electrocatalysis and energy storage have been summarized. Specifically, the electronic structure, chemical properties and synergistic phenomena are analyzed.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 6008-6046
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2QI01911F
Recent advances in uranium-containing polyoxometalates
This review exhibits a comprehensive summary of uranium-containing polyoxometalates, including synthesis and structures, characterizations, properties, and applications. The development prospects and future directions are also elucidated.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 5408-5433
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2QI01834A
Performance of optical materials with the derivative of planar π-conjugated groups: Recent advances and future prospects
In this review, compounds involving the derivative of planar π-conjugated groups are classified and summarized based on their crystal structures and accessible experimental and calculated data, and the prospects of the above materials are discussed.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 4554-4568
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2QI00990K
The phosphate cathodes for aqueous zinc-ion batteries
We categorize phosphate-based cathodes in zinc-ion battery and highlight the relationship between structural properties and energy storage mechanisms. The major problems faced by each kind of materials and rational optimization strategies are summarized.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 3986-3998
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2QI01083F
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Post-synthetic modification of Prussian blue type nanoparticles: tailoring the chemical and physical properties
This review focuses on recent advances in the post-synthetic modification of nano-sized Prussian blue and its analogues and compares them with the current strategies used in metal–organic frameworks to give future outlooks in this field.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 3943-3971
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2QI01068B
Advances in zeolite-supported metal catalysts for propane dehydrogenation
Propane dehydrogenation (PDH) is one of the most promising on-purpose technologies to produce propylene. In this review, we present a comprehensive summary of the latest research progress on zeolite-supported metal catalysts for PDH reactions.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 3095-3115
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2QI00653G
Construction of cucurbit[n]uril-based supramolecular frameworks via host–guest inclusion and functional properties thereof
In this review, some useful ideas and strategies are presented on how to construct guest@Q[n]-based supramolecular frameworks.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 2753-2809
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2QI00513A
Platinum-containing heterometallic complexes in cancer therapy: advances and perspectives
This review focuses on Pt–M heterometallic complexes (M = Ru, Au, Ti, Fe, Rh, Pd, Cu, Ir, Gd, Eu, Re and Tc) for cancer therapy. The design, anticancer activities, mechanism of action, and interplay between different metal center(s) are discussed.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 2424-2453
https://doi.org/10.1039/D2QI00205A
Advances in the synthesis and application of the SSZ-39 zeolite
The SSZ-39 zeolite is regarded as a promising small-pore zeolite for industrial applications due to its excellent catalytic properties and this review briefly summarizes the recent advances in the synthesis and application of the SSZ-39 zeolite.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 1047-1057
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1QI01636A
Fe-Based metal–organic frameworks as functional materials for battery applications
This review presents a comprehensive discussion on the development and application of pristine Fe-MOFs in lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion batteries, potassium-ion batteries, metal–air batteries and lithium–sulfur batteries.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 827-844
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1QI01396C
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Tuning the luminescence of transition metal complexes with acyclic diaminocarbene ligands
Organometallics featuring acyclic diaminocarbene ligands have recently emerged as powerful emitters for use in electroluminescent technologies.
Inorg. Chem. Front., 2022,9, 417-439
https://doi.org/10.1039/D1QI01288F
About this collection
Critical reviews, highlights and chemistry frontiers articles published in Inorganic Chemistry Frontiers during 2022 are collated as below for the benefit of readers.