Synthetic strategies, structural engineering and mechanistic insights into carbon dots for sustainable photo- and electro-catalysis

Journal of Materials Chemistry A 2026

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Authors: Liu Mengjie, Zirui Min, Zhuo Li (165589), Wanyu Zhang, Runhao Gao, Renwu Zhou, Dehui Xu, Choe Earn Choong, Min Jang, Rusen Zhou
DOI: 10.1039/d5ta10560a
Cited by: 1
References: 175

Abstract

This review summarizes the synthesis of carbon dots and their functions in sustainable photo- and electrocatalysis, with emphasis on structure–activity relationships in energy conversion and pollutant remediation.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Carbon and Quantum Dots Applications Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques Carbon Nanotubes in Composites

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Materials Chemistry A
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
14
Issue
42
Pages
28064–28094
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN