Evolving top-down approaches for single-atom catalysis: synthesis and specialized applications

Key Points

• The aim is to summarize recent advancements in top-down synthesis techniques for single-atom catalysis.
• Reviewed various top-down synthesis methodologies
• Discussed thermal treatment and abrasion techniques
• Explored light and electric energy-driven methods
• Highlighted breakthroughs in synthesis techniques
• Described specific applications for single-atom catalysts