The inherent discontinuity and unique dimensional attributes of nanomaterial surfaces and
interfaces bestow them with various exceptional properties. These properties, however, also …

Catalytic CO x (CO and CO2) hydrogenation to valued chemicals is one of the promising
approaches to address challenges in energy, environment, and climate change. H2O is an …

Hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) has become a key factor affecting the cycling stability of
aqueous Zn-ion batteries, while the corresponding fundamental issues involving HER are …

High-entropy alloy nanoparticles (HEANs) possessing regulated defect structure and
electron interaction exhibit a guideline for constructing multifunctional catalysts. However …

Achieving both high activity and selectivity presents a significant challenge for
electrochemical N2 reduction (eNRR) due to the competing hydrogen evolution reaction …

Understanding the phase behaviour of nanoconfined water films is of fundamental
importance in broad fields of science and engineering. However, the phase behaviour of the …

Water structures at electrolyte/electrode interfaces play a crucial role in determining the
selectivity and kinetics of electrochemical reactions. Despite extensive experimental and …

Rampant dendrite growth, electrode passivation and severe corrosion originate from the
uncontrolled ions migration behavior of Zn2+, SO42−, and H+, which are largely …

Marine biofouling hazards the sustainable development of the environment and has become
a potential threat to environmental and ecological security. Photocatalytic antibacterial …

Materials and their interfaces are the core for the development of a large variety of fields,
including catalysis, energy storage and conversion. In this case, tip-enhanced Raman …