Affiliation:
1. State Key Laboratory of Coordination Chemistry Jiangsu Key Laboratory of Advanced Organic Materials Chemistry and Biomedicine Innovation Center (ChemBIC) School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering Nanjing University Nanjing 210023 China
2. State Key Laboratory of Chemistry and Utilization of Carbon Based Energy Resources College of Chemistry Xinjiang University Urumqi 830017 China
Abstract
AbstractPhoto‐induced electron transfer is a fundamental step in photochemical reactions, where light energy is used to drive chemical transformations. However, conventional outer‐sphere single electron transfer mechanisms encounter multiple limitations, notably requiring redox potential matching between photocatalysts and substrates, thereby impeding the activation of non‐activated carbon‐halogen bonds. In this concept review, we present an elucidation of the photophysical and photochemical properties exhibited by polynuclear gold photocatalysts, with a particular emphasis on their inner‐sphere single electron transfer mechanism. By exploring these intricate aspects, we endeavor to furnish readers with a more profound insight into the remarkable potential of polynuclear gold photocatalysts and the indispensable role played by inner‐sphere electron transfer in the realm of photocatalysis.
Funder
National Natural Science Foundation of China
National Key Research and Development Program of China
Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities
Subject
Inorganic Chemistry,Organic Chemistry,Physical and Theoretical Chemistry,Catalysis