journal article·2025-10

Electronic structure optimization of transition metal dichalcogenides via Cu doping for enhanced nitrate reduction reaction efficiency

Jiacheng Li, Lang Wei, Lei Rao, Peifang Wang, Chongchong Liu, Yitingyu Zhou, Yi Chen, Gang Zhou

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OpenAlex topics: Ammonia Synthesis and Nitrogen Reduction · Advanced Photocatalysis Techniques · MXene and MAX Phase Materials

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