Abstract

Two-dimensional (2D) layered nanomaterials heterostructures, arising from the combination of 2D materials with other low-dimensional species, feature large surface area to volume ratio, which provides a high density of active sites for catalytic applications and in particular for (photo)electrocatalysis (PEC). Meanwhile, their unique electronic band structure and high electrical conductivity enable efficient charge transfer between the active material and the substrate, which is essential for catalytic activity. This review surveys recent literature on 2D material heterojunctions for PEC, including synthesis methods, computational methods, and applications in water splitting, organic degradation, nitrogen reduction, CO₂ reduction, antimicrobial reactions, metal ion detoxification, and other PEC reactions.

Abstract

Two-dimensional (2D) layered nanomaterials heterostructures, arising from the combination of 2D materials with other low-dimensional species, feature large surface area to volume ratio, which provides a high density of active sites for catalytic applications and in particular for (photo)electrocatalysis (PEC). Meanwhile, their unique electronic band structure and high electrical conductivity enable efficient charge transfer between the active material and the substrate, which is essential for catalytic activity. This review surveys recent literature on 2D material heterojunctions for PEC, including synthesis methods, computational methods, and applications in water splitting, organic degradation, nitrogen reduction, CO₂ reduction, antimicrobial reactions, metal ion detoxification, and other PEC reactions.

Abstract

Two-dimensional (2D) layered nanomaterials heterostructures, arising from the combination of 2D materials with other low-dimensional species, feature large surface area to volume ratio, which provides a high density of active sites for catalytic applications and in particular for (photo)electrocatalysis (PEC). Meanwhile, their unique electronic band structure and high electrical conductivity enable efficient charge transfer between the active material and the substrate, which is essential for catalytic activity. This review surveys recent literature on 2D material heterojunctions for PEC, including synthesis methods, computational methods, and applications in water splitting, organic degradation, nitrogen reduction, CO₂ reduction, antimicrobial reactions, metal ion detoxification, and other PEC reactions.

Abstract

Two-dimensional (2D) layered nanomaterials heterostructures, arising from the combination of 2D materials with other low-dimensional species, feature large surface area to volume ratio, which provides a high density of active sites for catalytic applications and in particular for (photo)electrocatalysis (PEC). Meanwhile, their unique electronic band structure and high electrical conductivity enable efficient charge transfer between the active material and the substrate, which is essential for catalytic activity. This review surveys recent literature on 2D material heterojunctions for PEC, including synthesis methods, computational methods, and applications in water splitting, organic degradation, nitrogen reduction, CO₂ reduction, antimicrobial reactions, metal ion detoxification, and other PEC reactions.