Researchers developed atomically dispersed barium hydride catalysts for the synthesis of deuterated alkylarenes, showcasing high turnover frequencies and regioselectivity. The catalyst's efficiency surpasses both homogeneous and heterogeneous counterparts, with applications in tritium labeling.
Researchers developed a novel process for direct production of syngas via super-dry reforming of methane using solid oxide electrolysis cells. The system achieved high CH4 conversion and selectivity toward CO and H2, showcasing potential for CO2 utilization and renewable energy storage.
A new ZnxZrO catalyst selectively cleaves ethane's C–H bonds while efficiently activating CO2, enabling an eco-friendly ethylene production process. This breakthrough enhances carbon neutrality initiatives and establishes sustainable chemical production systems.
A team of researchers developed a water-catalyzed PDH reaction route using a copper single-atom catalyst to achieve highly efficient propane-to-propylene conversion under mild conditions. The reaction was driven by photo-thermo catalysis and could be directly driven by sunlight.
A new database has been created to summarize progress in selective dehydrogenation of organic compounds through photocatalysis, enabling the accurate ranking of photocatalytic systems. The database contains 236 entries and provides insights into future directions for the field, including identifying promising photocatalysts and reactions.
A recent study from Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics measures surface charges in liquid environments, revealing an additional driving force that pulls photogenerated electrons to the surface. The researchers also found that local surface potential varies with pH and identified an optimal pH range for efficient charge transfer.
A team of researchers has developed a new electrochemical catalyst that enables efficient biomass conversion to produce fuels and chemicals. The Pd3Pt1 bimetallene catalyst reduces energy consumption by up to 1V, resulting in a significant decrease in energy consumption.
Researchers have developed a novel catalyst, ZEO-1, which exhibits high selectivity and stability in carbonylation and disproportionation reactions. The study reveals that ZEO-1's large cages promote DMM carbonylation and those in small cages favor DMM disproportionation.
A research group successfully synthesized lignan glycoside in yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae using a synthetic yeast consortium. The approach reduced side reactions and improved metabolic flux toward the target product.
The review elucidates fundamental principles of tandem catalysis, presenting design strategies for multifunctional catalysts or cascade reactors. It analyzes cutting-edge advancements in multiscale tandem methodologies, including compositional engineering and hydrodynamic modulation.
A new electrode structure enhances catalytic activity and durability, achieving high-efficiency hydrogen production via H2S electrolysis. The system reduces energy consumption by 43% compared to conventional water electrolysis.
Researchers developed a novel sulfide-based solid electrolyte with exceptional ionic conductivity, achieving high cycling stability and compatibility with various cathode and anode materials. The study enhances the performance of all-solid-state lithium-ion batteries with wide temperature adaptability and long cycle life.
Researchers investigated MOR zeolite's unique pore structure, finding acid sites within 8-membered ring side pockets as active sites for syngas-to-ethylene conversion. A critical threshold of 60 nm was identified for 12MR channel length, optimizing ZnAlOx-MOR bifunctional catalysts with high CO conversion and ethylene selectivity.
Researchers developed a dual bio-/photo-catalytic system for achieving enantioselective hydroamination of enamides, producing diverse enantioenriched vicinal diamines. The system utilizes green light to initiate nitrogen-centered radical reactions, achieving high yields and enantiomeric excess.
A research group from Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics achieves electrosynthesis of ammonia from NO in a pressurized electrolyzer with ampere-level current density and long-term stability. The method uses an in situ-grown hierarchical porous copper nanowire array electrode to regulate the kinetics and thermodynamics of the reaction.
Researchers developed a novel small-pore AlPO MS, DNL-17, using cutting-edge 3D electron diffraction technology. The new material features unique cages and a distinct stacking sequence, showing promise for selective adsorption in the separation of n-butane and isobutane.
Researchers develop a novel electron catalysis approach to directly synthesize azo compounds from nitrogen gas, reducing energy consumption and complexity.
The study introduces a new way to apply cellulose nanocrystals, resulting in high-strength, reconfigurable, and mechanochromic hydrogels with improved mechanical properties and dynamic color-changing abilities. These materials have potential uses in sustainable bioplastics, flexible electronic substrates, and smart photonic devices.
A new in-cell characterization method allows for the direct analysis of protein structures and conformations within living cells. The study reveals three main conformational forms of calmodulin, with the extended form being significantly more abundant than in purified form.
A team of researchers from the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics has developed a high-water-soluble pyrene tetraone derivative that enhances the energy density of aqueous organic flow batteries. The new monomer achieves an ultra-high volumetric capacity of approximately 90 Ah/L, with excellent stability and cycling performance.
Researchers developed a FeCo alloy catalyst encapsulated in graphene layers, achieving efficient CO2 conversion to light olefins. The catalyst showed high performance with 52.0% CO2 conversion and 33.0% selectivity to light olefins.
A novel bifacial linker, potassium benzyl(trifluoro)borate (BnBF3K), has been developed to prevent heterointerfacial delamination in flexible perovskite solar cells. This study significantly enhances device performance and mechanical stability by optimizing adhesion at the SnO2/perovskite interface.
Professor Kazunari Domen's research develops novel materials and techniques for efficient solar energy harvesting and scalable hydrogen production. His work enables the successful development of large-scale solar-driven hydrogen production units, paving the way for a clean energy future.
Research reveals oxygen vacancies in ZrO2 catalysts increase catalytic performance in propane dehydrogenation. The vacancies create a localized electronic state that promotes the activation of C-H bonds in propane.
Researchers have made progress in understanding the dynamics of Cu-based catalysts in electrochemical CO2 reduction. The study highlights the importance of structural factors and cation effects on catalytic performance.
A new method for ammonia synthesis has been developed, utilizing a unique electrode structure to achieve high rates and stability. The approach uses nitrate as a nitrogen source and water as a hydrogen source, reducing carbon emissions compared to traditional Haber-Bosch process.
Researchers from Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics summarize the catalytic performance of various metal-based catalysts in CO2-assisted oxidative dehydrogenation of light alkanes. The review identifies catalyst systems with great potential for further development and elucidates the mechanisms of CO2 activation and transformation.
Researchers developed a nano-heterostructure catalyst featuring MoS2-confined Rh-Zn atomic pairs, achieving high selectivity and productivity in photo-driven methane carbonylation. The catalyst enables efficient conversion of methane to acetic acid under mild conditions.
A study found that intestinal bacterium Bacteroides vulgatus and its metabolite pantothenic acid regulate sugar preference by activating the GLP-1-FGF21 hormone axis, providing a promising strategy for diabetes prevention.
Researchers discovered a quantum advantage of colloidal quantum dots in spin chemistry of radical pairs. The hybrid radical pairs exhibit large Δg values, allowing for direct observation of spin quantum beats and magnetic field control. This study has the potential to enable novel quantum information technologies.
Researchers developed a bioinspired MOF membrane with a scale-like structure to separate propylene from propane. The membrane achieved excellent separation performance, exceeding 220, and retained its stability for over 1,000 hours.
Researchers have developed new porous catalysts to enhance CO2 electroreduction, with key strategies including pore size control and structure-performance optimization. These advances aim to improve the selectivity and efficiency of CO2 conversion into valuable chemicals.
A novel chemoenzymatic cascade strategy enables the sustainable production of high-value chiral aspartic acids from furfural and waste. The process combines photoelectrocatalytic oxidation with biocatalysis, yielding a significant yield of maleic acid and fumaric acid.
Researchers explore interface engineering strategies to optimize alkaline electrolysis HER process, including bifunctional catalysts, built-in electric fields, and hydrogen spillover effects. The review highlights the need for precise methods to tailor hetero-interfaces and characterize water molecules at the catalyst/solution interface.
Scientists developed a method to densely populate and precisely position isolated Pt atoms on α-Fe nanoparticles, enhancing the intrinsic activity of hydrogenation reactions. This achievement resolves the activity-selectivity trade-off in hydrogenation reactions by fine-tuning the coordination environment of the active site.
A new proteomics method, peptide-centric local stability assay (PELSA), enables the simultaneous identification of ligand-binding proteins and their binding sites in complex systems. PELSA has been shown to have superior sensitivity in target protein identifications, identifying more kinase targets than state-of-the-art methods.
A study published in Cell Metabolism reveals that fructose inhibits the polarization of M1-type tumor-associated macrophages, promoting colorectal cancer development. Fructose interacts with hexokinase 2 and inositol 1,4,5-trisphosphate receptor type 3 to suppress calcium levels and activate p38 MAPK and STAT1.
Researchers have developed a catalytic approach to enhance the compatibility between carbonate electrolytes and sulfur cathodes in lithium-sulfur batteries. The use of dual-nitrogen and oxygen-containing groups on a porous carbon host stabilizes polysulfides, preventing side reactions with the electrolytes.
Researchers have discovered various ways to optimize electrocatalytic reduction reactions by tuning the type and concentration of cations, improving their activity, selectivity, and efficiency. The study provides a comprehensive overview of cation effects on catalytic reduction reactions, highlighting both opportunities and challenges.
A new Cu-based catalyst is developed to improve the photocatalytic production of C1 chemicals from glucose. The catalyst, featuring nitrogen doping into TiO2, stabilizes atomically dispersed Cu+, enhancing activity and productivities of 1.97mmol g−1 HCOOH and 2.82mmol g−1 H2.
A self-supported film catalyst with CNTs and Ni-Ni(OH)2 heterostructure has been designed for activated hydrogen evolution reaction (HER), exhibiting excellent performance in alkaline solution. The catalyst showed outstanding catalytic properties, including a low onset overpotential of 0 mV and steady overpotentials.
A new Cu-doped NiCo alloy catalyst has been developed for efficient electro-oxidation of glycerol to formate, achieving high selectivity and activity at room temperature. The catalyst reduces the energy barrier and increases the Faraday efficiency for formate production.
A review article discusses the application of operando ATR-SEIRAS in studying electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction mechanisms and surface-enhanced infrared spectroscopy. The technique helps understand reaction intermediates, catalyst performance, and local pH at the electrode.
A new study proposes a method to accurately heal dynamic cracks in membranes using nanoparticles, improving separation performances and durability. The technique has been shown to save up to 85% of energy consumption while extending the lifespan of the membrane.
A novel deep learning model, DS-ViT-ESA, was developed to predict lithium battery lifespan with high accuracy using only a small amount of charging cycle data. The model achieved low prediction errors even when tested on unseen charging strategies, demonstrating its zero-shot generalization capability.
Researchers developed a facile strategy to create molybdenum carbide catalysts for efficient CO2 conversion. The catalysts exhibit excellent activity and stability, outperforming traditional methods. The unique structure of the Mo oxycarbide active sites maintains dynamic equilibrium in the reaction atmosphere.
The study reveals that conformational change of Fe(IV)=O species and substrate coordination are key to the selective C-N coupling. The aziridination reaction involves rotation of the side-chain, causing steric hindrance that inhibits it. In contrast, hydroxylation has minor steric effects.
Researchers found that plasmonic excitation of Cu nanowires dramatically enhances the nitrate reduction reaction (NO3RR) performance. The current density is enhanced by a factor of 3 under simulated solar irradiation, and the faradaic efficiency reaches nearly 100%.
Researchers developed novel naphthalene derivatives with air stability for aqueous organic flow batteries. These molecules achieved long-term stable cycling even under air-atmosphere conditions, demonstrating promising potential for sustainable energy storage.
Researchers directly observed Floquet states in colloidal nanoplatelets driven by visible pulses using all-optical spectroscopy. The study provided an all-optical direct observation of Floquet states in semiconductor materials and uncovered rich spectral and dynamic physics of these states.