@article{Wang2024, 
author = {Fei Wang and Chaojun Jing and Jiejie Ping and Danyang He and Wenhui Shang and Muling Zeng and Nan Wang and Zhiyu Jia},
title = {Polyoxometalate-based Cu(II) complexes as the photocatalyst for oxidation of toluene and photodegradation of metronidazole},
year = {2024},
journal = {Polyoxometalates},
volume = {3},
number = {4},
pages = {9140067},
keywords = {polyoxometalates, Cu-based complex, photocatalysis, photodegradation, mechanism},
url = {https://www.sciopen.com/article/10.26599/POM.2024.9140067},
doi = {10.26599/POM.2024.9140067},
abstract = {Polyoxometalates (POMs), renowned for their robust multielectron transfer capabilities, are utilized as photocatalysts. A Cu&POM based complex comprising H3PMo12O40 (PMo12) and 1,10-phenanthroline has been structured into a supramolecular framework through hydrogen bonding and π–π interactions. This complex demonstrates exceptional photocatalytic efficacy in the oxidation of toluene and the photodegradation of metronidazole. The oxidation of toluene with Cu-PMo12 achieved a yield and selectivity of 100% under low energy conditions, producing unprecedented results and demonstrating outstanding stability in cycling tests. Photodegradation of metronidazole using Cu-PMo12 achieved a degradation rate of 0.178. This work could facilitate the design and synthesis of novel Cu&POM based complexes with superior photocatalytic activities.}
}