Light-induced C–H activation on single-atom doped plasmonic silver nanoparticles
Abstract
plasmonic nanoparticles can dramatically enhance C-H bond activation. In particular, Ga dopants induce strong orbital coupling with the adsorbed methane molecule, enabling bond activation at significantly lower laser intensities than undoped systems. These findings reveal a new mechanism by which atomic-scale modifications control plasmon-molecule interactions and provide design principles for next generation light-driven catalysts.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Gold and Silver Nanoparticles Synthesis and Applications
Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques
CO2 Reduction Techniques and Catalysts
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics
- Volume
- 28
- Issue
- 4
- Pages
- 2763–2766
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN