Abdul Rahman Mohamed
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View article: Recent advances in hydrogen production by solar photoreforming of plastic feedstocks using nanocatalytic materials: A review
Recent advances in hydrogen production by solar photoreforming of plastic feedstocks using nanocatalytic materials: A review Open
View article: Elevating dual-redox photocatalysis with p-n junction: Hydrangea-like Zn3In2S6 nanoflowers coupled hexagonal Co3O4 for cooperative hydrogen and benzaldehyde production
Elevating dual-redox photocatalysis with p-n junction: Hydrangea-like Zn3In2S6 nanoflowers coupled hexagonal Co3O4 for cooperative hydrogen and benzaldehyde production Open
Despite advances in photocatalytic half-reduction reactions, challenges remain in effectively utilizing electron-hole pairs in concurrent redox processes. The present study involved the construction of a p-n junction Co3O4/Zn3In2S6 (CoZ) h…
View article: An experimental investigation into malachite green degradation using highly active NiFe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>/Bi<sub>4</sub>O<sub>5</sub>I<sub>2</sub> photocatalyst under visible light
An experimental investigation into malachite green degradation using highly active NiFe<sub>2</sub>O<sub>4</sub>/Bi<sub>4</sub>O<sub>5</sub>I<sub>2</sub> photocatalyst under visible light Open
In this study, a highly efficient NiFe 2 O 4 /Bi 4 O 5 I 2 (NFO/BOI) photocatalyst has been successfully synthesized through the two-step hydrothermal method. Various characterization techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), field-em…
View article: Self-activated superhydrophilic green ZnIn2S4 realizing solar-driven overall water splitting: close-to-unity stability for a full daytime
Self-activated superhydrophilic green ZnIn2S4 realizing solar-driven overall water splitting: close-to-unity stability for a full daytime Open
View article: Controlled structural damaging of multiwalled carbon nanotubes and graphene nanoplatelets by oxidation for stable nanofluids with enhanced thermal conductivity
Controlled structural damaging of multiwalled carbon nanotubes and graphene nanoplatelets by oxidation for stable nanofluids with enhanced thermal conductivity Open
View article: 3D porous alumina/graphene hybrids prepared by atomic layer deposition and their performance for water treatment
3D porous alumina/graphene hybrids prepared by atomic layer deposition and their performance for water treatment Open
View article: Two-dimensional interface engineering of g-C3N4/g-C3N4 nanohybrid: Synergy between isotype and p-n heterojunctions for highly efficient photocatalytic CO2 reduction
Two-dimensional interface engineering of g-C3N4/g-C3N4 nanohybrid: Synergy between isotype and p-n heterojunctions for highly efficient photocatalytic CO2 reduction Open
The creation of an isotype phase junction has been recognized as an effective means of improving the spatial charge separation and migration in g-C3N4 materials. Nevertheless, due to a lack of electrostatic control in the internal electric…
View article: Direct Conversion of Desiliconization Slag to a CaO-Mesoporous Silica Composite for CO<sub>2</sub> Capture: Effect of Acid Dissolution Agent
Direct Conversion of Desiliconization Slag to a CaO-Mesoporous Silica Composite for CO<sub>2</sub> Capture: Effect of Acid Dissolution Agent Open
Calcium looping (CaL) utilizing CaO-based adsorbent has been studied to reduce carbon dioxide emissions (CO2). Synthesis of the CaO-based adsorbents from waste slags has captured the interest of the iron and steel industry, which is dealin…
View article: Recent Advances in Defect-Engineered Transition Metal Dichalcogenides for Enhanced Electrocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution: Perfecting Imperfections
Recent Advances in Defect-Engineered Transition Metal Dichalcogenides for Enhanced Electrocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution: Perfecting Imperfections Open
Switching to renewable, carbon-neutral sources of energy is urgent and critical for climate change mitigation. Despite how hydrogen production by electrolyzing water can enable renewable energy storage, current technologies unfortunately r…
View article: 3D graphene based architectures for environmental applications
3D graphene based architectures for environmental applications Open
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View article: 3-D/3-D Z-Scheme Heterojunction Composite Formed by Marimo-like Bi2WO6 and Mammillaria-like ZnO for Expeditious Sunlight Photodegradation of Dimethyl Phthalate
3-D/3-D Z-Scheme Heterojunction Composite Formed by Marimo-like Bi2WO6 and Mammillaria-like ZnO for Expeditious Sunlight Photodegradation of Dimethyl Phthalate Open
In the present work, we assessed the photocatalytic performance of the new 3-D/3-D Z-scheme heterojunction composite for the degradation of dimethyl phthalate (DMP). The composite was composed by marimo-like Bi2WO6 and mammillaria-like ZnO…
View article: Solar Light-Induced Photocatalytic Degradation of Ciprofloxacin Antibiotic Using Biochar Supported Nano Bismuth Ferrite Composite
Solar Light-Induced Photocatalytic Degradation of Ciprofloxacin Antibiotic Using Biochar Supported Nano Bismuth Ferrite Composite Open
Research on advanced materials for environmental remediation and pollutant degradation is rapidly progressing because of their numerous applications. Biochar is an excellent material support for the catalytic activity of bismuth ferrite (B…
View article: Cover Image, Volume 4, Number 5, September 2022
Cover Image, Volume 4, Number 5, September 2022 Open
Front cover image: Solar-to-chemical conversion by mimicking natural photosynthesis via g-C3N4 for green energy generation is vital to developing sustainable society and environment. The leaf-like g-C3N4 represents photocatalysts for the p…
View article: Point‐to‐face contact heterojunctions: Interfacial design of 0D nanomaterials on 2D g‐C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> towards photocatalytic energy applications
Point‐to‐face contact heterojunctions: Interfacial design of 0D nanomaterials on 2D g‐C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub> towards photocatalytic energy applications Open
Green energy generation is an indispensable task to concurrently resolve fossil fuel depletion and environmental issues to align with the global goals of achieving carbon neutrality. Photocatalysis, a process that transforms solar energy i…
View article: Synergistic Hybridization of Twin-Induced Red/Black Phosphorus and Tungsten Oxide as Homo-Hetero Dynamic Dual Junctions for Z-Scheme Co2 Photoreduction
Synergistic Hybridization of Twin-Induced Red/Black Phosphorus and Tungsten Oxide as Homo-Hetero Dynamic Dual Junctions for Z-Scheme Co2 Photoreduction Open
View article: Zno with Engineered Surface Defects as A Competent Photocatalyst for Co2 Photoreduction into Valuable Fuels Under Simulated Solar Light Irradiation
Zno with Engineered Surface Defects as A Competent Photocatalyst for Co2 Photoreduction into Valuable Fuels Under Simulated Solar Light Irradiation Open
View article: Methods for Porous Photocatalyst Preparation, Their Advantages and Disadvantages With Future Recommendations for Their Advancement: Review
Methods for Porous Photocatalyst Preparation, Their Advantages and Disadvantages With Future Recommendations for Their Advancement: Review Open
View article: Nitrogen Tailored Activated Carbon via Microwave Synthesis Method for High Removal of Hydrogen Sulfide
Nitrogen Tailored Activated Carbon via Microwave Synthesis Method for High Removal of Hydrogen Sulfide Open
In this work, commercialized palm shell activated carbon was modified into nitrogen-functionalized carbon via urea impregnation method, followed by heat treatment via microwave irradiation at 950 °C.
View article: Point‐Defect Engineering: Leveraging Imperfections in Graphitic Carbon Nitride (g‐C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub>) Photocatalysts toward Artificial Photosynthesis (Small 48/2021)
Point‐Defect Engineering: Leveraging Imperfections in Graphitic Carbon Nitride (g‐C<sub>3</sub>N<sub>4</sub>) Photocatalysts toward Artificial Photosynthesis (Small 48/2021) Open
Point-Defect Engineering Solar energy is an abundant source of renewable energy, which can be harnessed via photocatalysis. Of which, point-defect engineering is a robust strategy to tune physico-chemical properties of graphitic carbon nit…
View article: Influence of Surface Characteristics of Palm Shell Activated Carbon Modified with Nanostructured Nickel for Reactive Adsorption of Hydrogen Sulfide
Influence of Surface Characteristics of Palm Shell Activated Carbon Modified with Nanostructured Nickel for Reactive Adsorption of Hydrogen Sulfide Open
Hydrogen sulfide (H2S) is a colorless and toxic gas that could harm people and the environment. Due to its acidic and toxic properties, H2S cannot be burnt directly, hence it is necessary to remove it. The aim of this work is to study the …
View article: The Influence of Microwave Irradiation on Physicochemical Characteristics of Nitrogen-Enriched Carbon and Its Performance in Biogas Desulfurization
The Influence of Microwave Irradiation on Physicochemical Characteristics of Nitrogen-Enriched Carbon and Its Performance in Biogas Desulfurization Open
In this work, palm shell activated carbon (PSAC) was functionalized with nitrogen groups via urea impregnation, followed by the synthesis of microwave (MW) and conventional heating (TH) at temperature of 950 °C, 500 ml/min of N2…
View article: Dry Reforming of Methane on Cobalt Catalysts: DFT-Based Insights into Carbon Deposition Versus Removal
Dry Reforming of Methane on Cobalt Catalysts: DFT-Based Insights into Carbon Deposition Versus Removal Open
Identifying the origin of carbon deposition in reactions, such as dry reforming of methane (DRM) over cobalt (Co) nanocatalysts, is an important yet challenging issue in heterogeneous catalysis. In this study, we used density functional th…
View article: Physical and Chemical Activation of Graphene-Derived Porous Nanomaterials for Post-Combustion Carbon Dioxide Capture
Physical and Chemical Activation of Graphene-Derived Porous Nanomaterials for Post-Combustion Carbon Dioxide Capture Open
Activation is commonly used to improve the surface and porosity of different kinds of carbon nanomaterials: activated carbon, carbon nanotubes, graphene, and carbon black. In this study, both physical and chemical activations are applied t…
View article: Thermal Stability and Dynamic Mechanical Analysis of Benzoylation Treated Sugar Palm/Kenaf Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Hybrid Composites
Thermal Stability and Dynamic Mechanical Analysis of Benzoylation Treated Sugar Palm/Kenaf Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Hybrid Composites Open
This research was performed to evaluate the mechanical and thermal properties of sugar palm fiber (SPF)- and kenaf fiber (KF)-reinforced polypropylene (PP) composites. Sugar palm/kenaf was successfully treated by benzoylation treatment. Th…
View article: Comparative Study of G-C <sub>3</sub>N <sub>4</sub>/Ag-Based Metals (V, Mo, and Fe) Composites for Degradation of Reactive Black 5 (RB5) Under Simulated Solar Light Irradiation
Comparative Study of G-C <sub>3</sub>N <sub>4</sub>/Ag-Based Metals (V, Mo, and Fe) Composites for Degradation of Reactive Black 5 (RB5) Under Simulated Solar Light Irradiation Open
View article: Front Cover: From 2D Graphene Nanosheets to 3D Graphene‐based Macrostructures (Chem. Asian J. 19/2020)
Front Cover: From 2D Graphene Nanosheets to 3D Graphene‐based Macrostructures (Chem. Asian J. 19/2020) Open
The assembly of nanomaterials such as graphene into 3D hierarchized macrostructures is definitely of great interest for a wide range of environmental applications. The main challenge of the present research remains to transfer the properti…
View article: From 2D Graphene Nanosheets to 3D Graphene‐based Macrostructures
From 2D Graphene Nanosheets to 3D Graphene‐based Macrostructures Open
The combination of exceptional functionalities offered by 3D graphene‐based macrostructures (GBMs) has attracted tremendous interest. 2D graphene nanosheets have a high chemical stability, high surface area and customizable porosity, which…
View article: Effects of Benzoyl Treatment on NaOH Treated Sugar Palm Fiber: Tensile, Thermal, and Morphological Properties
Effects of Benzoyl Treatment on NaOH Treated Sugar Palm Fiber: Tensile, Thermal, and Morphological Properties Open
In this study, the effects of benzoylation treatment on SPF were discussed. Five different parameters of SPF were compared, which were untreated, NaOH-pretreated, and benzoyl-treated SPF at 10, 15, and 20 minutes soaking time. The physical…
View article: Enhanced adsorption of methylene blue on chemically modified graphene nanoplatelets thanks to favorable interactions
Enhanced adsorption of methylene blue on chemically modified graphene nanoplatelets thanks to favorable interactions Open
View article: Effect of Carbon Nanotubes as Thermal Interface Materials on Thermal Conductivity Using Electrophoretic Deposition
Effect of Carbon Nanotubes as Thermal Interface Materials on Thermal Conductivity Using Electrophoretic Deposition Open
Thermal interface materials (TIM) involve heat removal from electronic devices.It is used to remove heat sink from the heat sources to prolong the operation system of a device.It normally replaces the thermally insulated air between the tw…