MXene quantum dots in catalysis and energy conversion: structure–activity insights and emerging prospects
Ruchi Agarwalla, Rohan Bezboruah, L.R. Saikia
Abstract
MXene quantum dots (MQDs) integrate quantum confinement and rich surface chemistry, enabling fast charge transfer and abundant active sites. This review outlines structure–activity relationships and applications in catalysis and energy conversion.
Topics & Concepts
Quantum dotNanotechnologyHeteroatomMaterials scienceQuantumRational designCatalysisCharacterization (materials science)Charge (physics)Electronic structureNanoelectronicsFaraday efficiencyEnergy transformationElectrochemistryPhotocatalysisEngineering physicsScale (ratio)Band gapNanoscopic scaleRedoxChemical energyMXene and MAX Phase Materials2D Materials and ApplicationsAmmonia Synthesis and Nitrogen Reduction