Research Progress of Gold-based Catalysts for Hydrogen Evolution Reaction

Xiaofan Yang

doi:10.6911/WSRJ.202511_11(11).0001

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Xiaofan Yang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.6911/WSRJ.202511_11(11).0001

Keywords:

Gold-based catalysts, Hydrogen evolution reaction, Alloying strategy, Carrier synergistic, Atomically precise construction

Abstract

The hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) is a critical step in the process of electrolytic water splitting for hydrogen production. The effectiveness, durability and economy of electrocatalysts are necessary prerequisites for meeting performance expectations. The unique electronic structure of gold enables gold-based catalysts to exhibit excellent properties in hydrogen evolution reactions. This review outlines the fundamental mechanisms of HER and the characteristics of gold-based materials. Furthermore, the effects of alloying strategy, carrier synergistic, and atomically precise construction of gold are deliberated. Finally, the future prospects involved in this process are discussed. We hope that this review can provide valuable insights for the design and development of efficient and stable catalysts for applications in electrochemical hydrogen production and other related fields.

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