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Silver nanomaterials: synthesis and (electro/photo) catalytic applications
Citation:
Sharma, R., S. Yadav, S. Dutta, H. Kale, I. Warkad, R. Zbořil, R. Varma, AND M. Gawande. Silver nanomaterials: synthesis and (electro/photo) catalytic applications. Chemical Society Reviews. Royal Society of Chemistry, London, Uk, 50:11293–11380, (2021). https://doi.org/10.1039/d0cs00912a
Impact/Purpose:
In this comprehensive review, we have shed light on history, general synthetic approaches, and catalytic applications of silver nanomaterials (Ag NMs), one of the most widely deployed nanomaterials. Herein, the chemical reduction, sonochemical, microwave, and thermal treatment were among the essential preparative methods exhaustively described for the syntheses of Ag-based NMs, especially by emphasizing the benign approaches and continuous flow techniques that can ultimately pave the way for sustainability. There is an exponential rise in the interest pertaining to the synthesis and applications of Ag NMs with integrated benefits of catalytic activity, selectivity, stability, and recovery. Thus, the journey and rise of the Ag NMs-based catalysts is inspiring for the next generation of chemists to tailor and design potent catalysts that could effectively combat the environmental challenges on the horizon and help replace noble metals for several advanced catalytic applications. This will be beneficial to very broad audiences, chemists, chemical engineers and material scientists in dealing with Ag NMs.
Description:
Silver nanomaterials (Ag NMs) are highly promising candidate have been employed not only in the field of nanomedicines but also in diverse advanced catalytic technologies due to their unique characteristics and properties. In this comprehensive review, we have shed light on history, general synthetic approaches, catalytic applications of Ag NMs. Herein, the chemical reduction, sonochemical, microwave, and thermal treatment were among the essential preparative methods exhaustively described for the syntheses of Ag-based NMs, especially by emphasizing the benign approaches and continuous flow techniques that can ultimately pave the way for sustainability. Also, the potential applications of emerging Ag NMs (including sub nanomaterials and single atoms) in the field of liquid-phase catalysis, photocatalysis, electrocatalysis as well as silver's antibacterial activities are thoroughly summarized. At the end of this report, we conclude with the future research opportunities of Ag NMs in the arena of electrocatalysis and photocatalysis. There is an exponential rise in the interest pertaining to the synthesis and applications of Ag NMs with integrated benefits of catalytic activity, selectivity, stability, and recovery. Thus, the journey and rise of the Ag NMs based catalysts is inspiring the next generation chemists to tailor and design potent catalysts that could effectively combat the environmental challenges on the horizon and help replace noble metals for several advanced catalytic applications.
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DOI: Silver nanomaterials: synthesis and (electro/photo) catalytic applications
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