Unlocking the loading limit in single-atom photocatalysts via defect-induced metal trapping

Nanoscale 2026

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Authors: Laihao Liu, Yucong Huang, Xiaocang Han, Chuyue Lu, Jingjing Xiong, Yuqing Qiu, Guanwu Lian, Fangrun Jin, Wenguang Tu, Xiaoxu Zhao, Zhigang Zou, Zhongxin Chen
DOI: 10.1039/d5nr04888e
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References: 51

Abstract

-based photocatalysts. Our catalyst retains 98% of its activity after five cycles of continuous operation due to the robust anchoring of single-atom sites at sulfur vacancies. This work provides a facile approach for synthesizing high-loading SACs through defect engineering.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques TiO2 Photocatalysis and Solar Cells Catalytic Processes in Materials Science

Publication details

Journal / source
Nanoscale
Volume
18
Issue
8
Pages
4249–4257
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN