Precursor-based synthesis and electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction (eNRR) activity of compositionally complex early transition metal carbides and (carbo)nitrides

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Compositionally complex early transition metal carbides and (carbo)nitrides synthesized via a precursor-based method demonstrate catalytic activity for the electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction (eNRR). Novelty: ClaimNovelty.INCREMENTAL. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.NEUTRAL.

Dharma Teja Teppala; Naina Goyal; Minoo Boroojerdi; Daniela Camacho; Sanjay Mathur; Emanuel Ionescu

doi:10.1039/d6ta02714h

January 1, 2026Journal of Materials Chemistry A

Precursor-based synthesis and electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction (eNRR) activity of compositionally complex early transition metal carbides and (carbo)nitrides

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Key Points

Investigate the synthesis and electrochemical activity of early transition metal carbides and carbonitrides for nitrogen reduction.
Develop precursor-based synthesis for compositionally complex carbides and nitrides.
Evaluate electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction (eNRR) activity under varied conditions.
Analyze the catalytic performance of different metal compositions.
Enhanced eNRR activity observed in specific transition metal compositions.
Catalytic efficiency linked to the structural properties of the carbides and nitrides.
Quantitative assessments confirm the optimal configuration for maximum nitrogen reduction.

Implication

Explores nitrogen reduction efficiency in advanced metal carbides, suggesting pathways for improved catalysis.

Abstract

Compositionally complex carbides and carbonitrides, incorporating multiple transition metals into a single-phase lattice, have emerged as promising candidates for advanced applications, including ultra-high-temperature ceramics, hard coatings, and heterogeneous catalysis. However,...

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Precursor-based synthesis and electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction (eNRR) activity of compositionally complex early transition metal carbides and (carbo)nitrides

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Precursor-based synthesis and electrochemical nitrogen reduction reaction (eNRR) activity of compositionally complex early transition metal carbides and (carbo)nitrides

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Cite This Study

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