Research progress on synthesis methods of BiVO<sub>4</sub> and photocatalytic properties of POMs/BiVO<sub>4</sub> and MOFs/BiVO<sub>4</sub> composite catalysts

<p indent="0mm">Bismuth vanadate (BiVO₄) is one kind of excellent photoresponsive catalyst possessing several advantageous properties, including narrow band gap, high photostability, low toxicity, and environmental friendliness. However, the practical applications of BiVO₄ were limited due to the rapid recombination of electrons and holes, resulting in diminished photocatalytic activity. In recent years, some works in mitigating electron-hole recombination of BiVO₄ through enhanced synthesis techniques and structural modulation of catalysts have been done by researchers. This paper reviews the various synthesis methods for BiVO₄ catalysts as well as the advancements of POMs/BiVO₄ and MOFs/BiVO₄ composite catalysts, concerning photocatalytic degradation of organic pollutants, photocatalytic water splitting, and photocatalytic oxidative desulfurization. Additionally, we summarize the current research status and look into the future prospects of BiVO₄ catalysts, which can provide a theoretical foundation for subsequent investigations.