Transformation of an Inert Insulator into a Photocatalyst via Causal Strain-Defect Interplay in Nanoscale SrSO <sub>4</sub>
(13.64%). Combined experimental and theoretical evidence confirms efficient NO activation and stepwise oxidation to nitrate. This work establishes a rational design strategy, where lattice strain is employed to deliberately engineer active defects, thereby creating a new paradigm for the activation of earth-abundant inorganic insulators for sustainable solar energy conversion.
Authors
- Yong Li (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4038-0493)
- Wen Cui
Institutions
- Guizhou University (CN)
- Ministry of Natural Resources (CN)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Published
- 2026-04-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.inorgchem.6c00467
- Primary Topic
- Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- National Natural Science Foundation of China