Advances in Graphitic Carbon Nitride (g-C3N4): Unlocking New Horizons in Catalysis
A special issue of Chemistry (ISSN 2624-8549). This special issue belongs to the section "Catalysis".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 December 2026 | Viewed by 40
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Interests: photocatalysis; heterogeneous catalysis; low-dimensional nanomaterials; semiconductor heterojunction; green synthesis; theoretical calculation; solid waste treatment
Interests: single-atom catalyst; electrocatalysis; heterogeneous catalysts; nanomaterials; hydrogen evolution reaction; battery; green energy
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Interests: metal-organic frameworks; covalent organic framework; advanced oxidation process; hydrogen evolution reaction; electro-catalysis; fuel cell; lithium battery
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4), as a metal-free polymeric semiconductor, has attracted great attention due to its unique electronic structure, tunable physicochemical properties, and excellent stability. Recent advances in defect engineering, heterojunction construction, single-atom catalysis, and nanostructure design have significantly improved charge separation and catalytic efficiency. Meanwhile, the utilization of theoretical simulations, in situ characterization, and data-driven approaches is improving and reshaping the fundamental understanding and rational design of g-C3N4-based catalysts.
This Special Issue aims to highlight the latest developments in the design, synthesis, modification, and catalytic applications of g-C3N4-based materials. Particular emphasis will be placed on structure–activity relationships, interfacial charge transfer mechanisms, and innovative strategies such as doping, defect modulation, and heterostructure engineering.
The scope of this Special Issue covers both fundamental studies and practical applications, including but not limited to organic transformations, CO2 reduction, water splitting, H2O2 production, nitrogen fixation, pollutant degradation, and emerging photo-/electro-/piezo-catalytic coupling systems. The application of machine learning and advanced characterization techniques to guide catalyst design is also encouraged.
Original research articles, reviews, and perspectives are welcome. We hope this Special Issue will provide a comprehensive platform to advance understanding and inspire future innovations in g-C3N4-based catalysis.
Dr. Zhen Li
Dr. Jingwen Ma
Dr. Xiaomeng Guo
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- graphitic carbon nitride (g-C3N4)
- heterojunction engineering
- interfacial charge transfer
- defect engineering
- single-atom catalysis
- water splitting
- CO2 reduction
- organic transformation
- environmental remediation
- machine learning in catalysis
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