Boosting photocatalytic hydrogen evolution by ultrafast charge transfer in a ZnS–CdS Z-scheme heterojunction with an intercalated Co 9 S 8 layer

Chemical Communications 2026

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Authors: Weihuang Lin, Ying Yang, Zhao Zhe Chen, Si Xiao, Weijia Wang
DOI: 10.1039/d6cc01036a
Cited by: 1
References: 23

Abstract

A semi-metallic Co 9 S 8 interlayer transforms a Type-I ZnS–CdS heterojunction into a Z-scheme, enabling ultrafast charge transfer (0.198 ps) and a high HER rate of 13 451 µmol g −1 h −1 with excellent stability.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques Quantum Dots Synthesis And Properties TiO2 Photocatalysis and Solar Cells

Publication details

Journal / source
Chemical Communications
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
62
Issue
34
Pages
8665–8668
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN