Critical Review
Regulatory Mechanisms and Applications of Rare Earth Elements-Based Electrocatalysts†
Qinlong Gao,
Haoyuan Wang,
Chunxiao Liu,
Laihao Luo,
Xu Li,
Qiu jiang,
Yuan Ji,
Tingting Zheng,
Chuan Xia,
Qinlong Gao
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
These authors contributed equally to this work.
Search for more papers by this authorHaoyuan Wang
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026 China
These authors contributed equally to this work.
Search for more papers by this authorChunxiao Liu
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Search for more papers by this authorLaihao Luo
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026 China
Search for more papers by this authorXu Li
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Search for more papers by this authorQiu jiang
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Search for more papers by this authorYuan Ji
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
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Tingting Zheng
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]Search for more papers by this authorCorresponding Author
Chuan Xia
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]Search for more papers by this authorQinlong Gao,
Haoyuan Wang,
Chunxiao Liu,
Laihao Luo,
Xu Li,
Qiu jiang,
Yuan Ji,
Tingting Zheng,
Chuan Xia,
Qinlong Gao
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
These authors contributed equally to this work.
Search for more papers by this authorHaoyuan Wang
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026 China
These authors contributed equally to this work.
Search for more papers by this authorChunxiao Liu
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Search for more papers by this authorLaihao Luo
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Hefei National Research Center for Physical Sciences at the Microscale, University of Science and Technology of China, Hefei, Anhui, 230026 China
Search for more papers by this authorXu Li
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Search for more papers by this authorQiu jiang
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Search for more papers by this authorYuan Ji
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
Search for more papers by this authorCorresponding Author
Tingting Zheng
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]Search for more papers by this authorCorresponding Author
Chuan Xia
School of Materials and Energy, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, Chengdu, Sichuan, 611731 China
E-mail: [email protected]; [email protected]Search for more papers by this author†
Dedicated to the Special Issue of Emerging Investigators in 2024.
Comprehensive Summary
Amidst the pressing environmental challenges posed by the prevalent reliance on fossil fuels, it becomes imperative to seek sustainable alternatives and prioritize energy efficiency. Electrocatalysis, which is renowned for its high efficiency and environmental friendliness, has garnered significant attention. Rare earth elements (REEs), distinguished by their unique electronic and orbital structures, play a crucial role in electrocatalysis. The strategic integration of REEs into catalysts allows for the fine-tuning of atomic structures, which in turn, significantly boosts catalytic performance. Despite substantial advancements in rare earth-based materials for electrocatalysis, a comprehensive overview of the regulatory mechanisms involving REEs is lacking. In this mini-review, we systematically explore the regulatory mechanisms of REEs within electrocatalysts and their pivotal roles in essential electrocatalytic processes such as the CO2 reduction reaction, oxygen reduction reaction, and hydrogen evolution reaction. We commence with an elucidation of REEs, proceed to delineate their regulatory impacts on electrocatalysts and delve into their applications in key electroreduction reactions. We conclude with discussions on current limitations and prospects for further advancements in this burgeoning field of research.
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