Breaking the kinetic pH effect in hydrogen evolution via strain-induced interfacial water reorganization

Key Points

• This research aims to clarify the non-Nernstian kinetic pH effect on hydrogen evolution activities in different electrolytic environments.
• Investigated hydrogen evolution reaction kinetics in varied pH conditions
• Analyzed the impact of strain-induced interfacial water reorganization on activity
• Measured performance metrics across acidic and alkaline electrolytes
• Demonstrated significant reduction in the kinetic gap between acidic and alkaline conditions
• Proved that strain-induced effects enhance hydrogen production efficiency
• Identified critical mechanisms underlying improved reaction kinetics