Plasmonic Metal Halides
The Future of Photocatalysis
Published on 4. June 2026
Book
Hardback
392 pages
978-1-0364-7539-0 (ISBN)
Description
This book explores the transformative potential of plasmonic metal halides in revolutionizing light-driven catalytic processes. Combining the unique optoelectronic properties of metal halides with plasmonic nanostructures (e.g., Au, Ag), these materials exhibit enhanced light absorption, localized surface plasmon resonance (LSPR), and charge-carrier dynamics, enabling unprecedented photocatalytic efficiency. This book delves into the fundamental mechanisms, including plasmon-induced hot-electron transfer and resonant energy coupling, that amplify catalytic performance in applications such as solar fuel generation (H? production, CO? reduction), water purification, and organic synthesis. We highlight recent breakthroughs in material design-such as hybrid plasmonic-perovskite nanocomposites and halide-tuned plasmonic alloys-that address stability and scalability challenges. The discussion extends to cutting-edge techniques (e.g., in situ spectroscopy, machine learning-driven optimization) for tailoring plasmonic metal halides. Critically, the book chapter identifies gaps in large-scale deployment and proposes strategies to harness their full potential for sustainable energy and environmental remediation.
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Edition
Unabridged edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Newcastle upon Tyne
United Kingdom
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Edition type
Unabridged edition
Product notice
With dust jacket
Dimensions
Height: 212 mm
Width: 148 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-0364-7539-0 (9781036475390)
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Dr Maliha Sarfraz is an accomplished academic and researcher in the field of science. She holds a PhD and serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Pakistan, where she conducts research and mentors students. Her expertise spans different fields of research. She has edited the book Understanding the Risks, Mitigation, and Safety Measures Involved in Food Contamination (2024), a comprehensive guide on foodborne hazards.Dr Hayat Ullah is an eminent organic chemist and an Associate Fellow of Advance HE (UK) serving as Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Okara, Pakistan. He obtained a PhD in Organic Chemistry (Topic: Synthesis and Biological Evaluation of Thiazole, Oxadiazole and Indole Derivatives) from Hazara University, Mansehra, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan (Oct 2014 - July 2018).Dr Misbah Ullah Khan is an assistant professor at the Center of Nanosciences, University of Okara, Punjab, Pakistan. In China, he has been awarded a PhD in Electronic Science and Technology (Applied Physics) at Xi an Jiaotong University, with his PhD research topic in construction and properties of the metal iodide and metal/metal iodide heterostructures on photocatalysis and biosensing.