Atomic-level engineering of lanthanum single atoms in Co3O4: Oxygen vacancy-mediated electronic modulation for catalytic oxidation reaction

Key Points

• The enhancement of catalytic oxidation results from carefully engineered lanthanum single atoms, improving activity significantly.
• Oxygen vacancy formation plays a crucial role in altering the electronic characteristics of Co3O4 during reactions.
• Atomic-level engineering techniques guided the integration of lanthanum atoms for enhanced catalytic performance.
• These findings indicate potential for more effective catalysts, calling for exploration in various oxidation applications.