Using nature’s blueprint to expand catalysis with Earth-abundant metals

Bullock, R. Morris; Chen, Jingguang G.; Gagliardi, Laura; Chirik, Paul J.; Farha, Omar K.; Hendon, Christopher H.; Jones, Christopher W.; Keith, John A.; Klosin, Jerzy; Minteer, Shelley D.; Morris, Robert H.; Radosevich, Alexander T.; Rauchfuss, Thomas B.; Strotman, Neil A.; Vojvodić, Aleksandra; Ward, Thomas R.; Yang, Jenny Y.; Surendranath, Yogesh

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“…The CO2 insertion occurred in both the solid and liquid states of the complex, and sublimation of the CO2 adduct at 100 °C afforded back the complex 9 by releasing CO2. (10). From the X-ray structure, the Mo-Mo triple bond, bridged by two O 2 CO t Bu, was measured to be 2.241 Å.…”

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“…Numerous catalysts have been developed in recent decades owing to the high interest in energy conversion reactions [4][5][6][7][8]. Mo ion is found to be an essential component in biological catalysis [9], as well as a very promising metal candidate among Earth-abundant metals for applications to electrocatalysts and photocatalysts [4,10,11]. Herein, we review versatile utilization of Mo ions in natural and synthetic catalysts.…”

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Molybdenum-Containing Metalloenzymes and Synthetic Catalysts for Conversion of Small Molecules

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The energy deficiency and environmental problems have motivated researchers to develop energy conversion systems into a sustainable pathway, and the development of catalysts holds the center of the research endeavors. Natural catalysts such as metalloenzymes have maintained energy cycles on Earth, thus proving themselves the optimal catalysts. In the previous research results, the structural and functional analogs of enzymes and nano-sized electrocatalysts have shown promising activities in energy conversion reactions. Mo ion plays essential roles in natural and artificial catalysts, and the unique electrochemical properties render its versatile utilization as an electrocatalyst. In this review paper, we show the current understandings of the Mo-enzyme active sites and the recent advances in the synthesis of Mo-catalysts aiming for high-performing catalysts.

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Molybdenum-Containing Metalloenzymes and Synthetic Catalysts for Conversion of Small Molecules

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“…Precious and earth‐abundant metals play an integral role in catalysis for production of modern chemicals, materials, fuels, and medicines. [ 244 ] A myriad of metals ions are beneficial for human health; for example, Mg 2+ , Ca 2+ , Sr 2+ , and Cu 2+ for bone development and function; Cu 2+ , Co 2+ , and Si 4+ for blood vessel formation; Ag + , Cu 2+ , and Zn 2+ for defense against microorganisms. [ 245 ] In addition, metal ions like Mn 2+ have wide use as contrast enhancers for bioimaging.…”

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Strategic Advances in Spatiotemporal Control of Bioinspired Phenolic Chemistries in Materials Science

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Adv Funct Materials

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Nature-inspired phenolic chemistries have substantially nourished the engineering of advanced materials for widespread applications in energy, catalysis, and biomedicine, among others. To achieve predictable yet adaptable material structures and properties, the spatial and/or temporal control over the phenolic chemistries per se is increasingly demanded. In this review, a systematic overview of recent strategical advances in the spatiotemporal control of phenolic chemistries in materials science is given. The chemical diversity and reactivity of catechols and polyphenols are first introduced as phenolic building blocks. With a main focus on catechols (especially dopamine), renewed insights into their mechanisms of polymerization/assembly, adhesion, and cohesion are provided. The conditions for tuning phenolic polymerization/assembly are also outlined. This paper focuses on the latest strategies for imparting controlled manipulation of phenolic chemistries in terms of many aspects: growth kinetics, chemical compositions and structures, dimensions and architectures, spatial patterns, and surface functionality. Finally, critical issues facing this field with perspectives delivered on future research are discussed. As envisaged, this review will provide helpful guidance to orchestrate state-of-the-art phenolic chemistries and materials science for producing materials with intended, application-oriented properties and functions.

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“…[ 6,7 ] Electrocatalysts from earth‐abundant elements represent an opportunity for achieving significant cost reduction by replacing precious metal catalysts. [ 8 ] The carbides and nitrides of earth‐abundant metals often possess catalytic properties similar to those of precious metals. [ 9–11 ] However, bulk carbides and nitrides typically possess structural defects that lead to instability and deactivation.…”

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Challenges and Opportunities in Utilizing MXenes of Carbides and Nitrides as Electrocatalysts

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Advanced Energy Materials

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Sustainable energy conversion processes often require electrochemical reactions powered by renewable energy sources. 2D transition metal carbides and nitrides (MXenes), an important and growing class of 2D materials, have been demonstrated to be promising candidates for heterogeneous electrocatalysis due to their unique electronic, physical, chemical, and mechanical properties. Significant efforts have been made in the development of MXenes and MXene‐derived electrocatalysts for various electrochemical reactions, including the hydrogen evolution reaction, oxygen evolution reaction, oxygen reduction reaction, carbon dioxide reduction reaction, nitrogen reduction reaction, and methanol oxidation reaction. MXenes from earth‐abundant metals provide the potential for large‐scale applications, and their well‐defined structures allow for the identification of active sites and catalytic mechanisms. Herein, recent studies of MXenes in electrocatalysis are reviewed, and the challenges and opportunities for the design and fabrication of MXenes and MXene‐based materials with desired electrocatalytic properties are discussed.

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Using nature’s blueprint to expand catalysis with Earth-abundant metals

Cited by 373 publications

References 132 publications

Molybdenum-Containing Metalloenzymes and Synthetic Catalysts for Conversion of Small Molecules

Molybdenum-Containing Metalloenzymes and Synthetic Catalysts for Conversion of Small Molecules

Strategic Advances in Spatiotemporal Control of Bioinspired Phenolic Chemistries in Materials Science

Challenges and Opportunities in Utilizing MXenes of Carbides and Nitrides as Electrocatalysts

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