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Highly Durable, Corrosion-Resistant PbS-QD-based Photoelectrodes for Sacrificial-Agent-Free Solar Water Splitting

The findings of this research have been published in Nature Communications on December 11, 2025.

Highly Durable, Corrosion-Resistant PbS-QD-based Photoelectrodes for Sacrificial-Agent-Free Solar Water Splitting

Abstract Chalcogenides are promising materials for photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting owing to their suitable band gaps, favourable band alignments, and efficient charge transport properties. However, their practical application has... Read More

Feb 06, 2026 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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UNIST Unveils Eco-Friendly, Self-Driving PO Production System Using In-House Generated H2O2

The findings of this research have been published in the online version of Nature Communications on September 30, 2025.

UNIST Unveils Eco-Friendly, Self-Driving PO Production System Using In-House Generated H2O2

Abstract Propylene oxide (PO) is a key industrial chemical, often produced by epoxidizing propylene with H2O2 over titanium silicalite-1. However, current H2O2 production via the anthraquinone process relies on fossil-derived hydrogen, lead... Read More

Oct 31, 2025 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Innovative Green Hydrogen Peroxide Production Achieved Without External Electricity or Solar Power

UNIST, KAIST, and Stanford researchers develop self-driven system using glycerol oxidation.

Innovative Green Hydrogen Peroxide Production Achieved Without External Electricity or Solar Power

Abstract Hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) is not only a key eco-friendly oxidizer but also a promising energy carrier with an energy density comparable to that of compressed hydrogen. The industrial production of H2O2 relies on the energy-intensive... Read More

Sep 22, 2025 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Novel Solar System Converts Nitrate in Wastewater into High-Value Ammonia

Their findings have been published online in Advanced Materials on June 22, 2025.

Novel Solar System Converts Nitrate in Wastewater into High-Value Ammonia

Abstract The photoelectrochemical nitrate reduction reaction (PEC NO3RR) potentially converts nitrate, a major water pollutant, into NH3, which is an eco-friendly, next-generation energy source. However, achieving high efficiency in the PEC... Read More

Jul 25, 2025 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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New Technology Developed for H2 Production from Sugarcane Waste and Sunlight

Their findings have been published in Nature Communications on March 19, 2025.

New Technology Developed for H2 Production from Sugarcane Waste and Sunlight

Abstract To commercialize the technology of photoelectrochemical hydrogen production, it is essential to surpass the US. Department of Energy target of 0.36 mmol h−1 cm−2 for 1-sun hydrogen production rate. In this study, we utilize crystal... Read More

Apr 17, 2025 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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New Study Unveils Scalable and Efficient Photoelectrode Modules for Green Hydrogen Production

The findings of this study have been published in the January 2024 issue of Nature Energy.

New Study Unveils Scalable and Efficient Photoelectrode Modules for Green Hydrogen Production

Abstract For practical photoelectrochemical water splitting to become a reality, highly efficient, stable and scalable photoelectrodes are essential. However, meeting these requirements simultaneously is a difficult task, as improvements in... Read More

Feb 07, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Breakthrough Research Enhances Stability and Efficiency of Perovskite Solar Cells

The research findings have been published online in Advanced Energy Materials on November 30, 2023.

Breakthrough Research Enhances Stability and Efficiency of Perovskite Solar Cells

Abstract Tin–lead halide perovskites (TLHPs) are promising photoactive materials for photovoltaics (PVs) due to reduced toxicity and broad light absorption. However, their inherent ionic vacancies facilitate inward metal diffusion, accelera... Read More

Jan 10, 2024 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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Researchers Unveil Fully Inkjet-printed Large-scale Photoelectrodes

Their work has been selected for the cover feature of the May 2023 issue of Joule, a renowned journal published by Cell Press.

Researchers Unveil Fully Inkjet-printed Large-scale Photoelectrodes

Summary Small-area photoelectrodes are used to study fundamental science and material development for photoelectrochemical (PEC) water splitting cells at the laboratory scale. For practical applications, however, one needs to develop scalab... Read More

Jun 12, 2023 By JooHyeon Heo Research
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