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  • * Nanochemistry and Materials Science
  • * Heterogeneous and Homogeneous Catalysis
  • * Surface Science

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  • * Atomically precise metal nanoclusters (NCs) are well-defined nanomaterials with tunable properties.
  • * Isomeric and isostructural NCs, identical in size but differing in core or surface structure, are crucial for dissecting structure-activity relationships.
  • * Ligand protection plays a key role in stabilizing NCs and influencing their catalytic performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • * To review recent advancements in the synthesis of isomeric and isostructural gold nanoclusters (Au NCs).
  • * To highlight the catalytic applications of these precisely defined NCs.
  • * To elucidate the specific contributions of core structure, surface ligands, and ligand type to catalytic mechanisms.

Main Methods:

  • * Synthesis of atomically precise Au NCs with controlled size and structure.
  • * Characterization of isomeric and isostructural Au NCs using advanced analytical techniques.
  • * Evaluation of catalytic activity of different Au NC architectures in various reactions.

Main Results:

  • * Demonstrated catalytic activity of spherical and rod-shaped Au25 NCs with varying ligands.
  • * Investigated quasi-isomeric Au28 (SR)20 and structural isomers of Au38 (SR)24 and Au38 S2 (SR)20.
  • * Analyzed isostructural [Au38 L20 (PPh3)4]2+ NCs with different surface ligands (L).
  • * Provided insights into the distinct roles of the NC core, surface staples, and ligands in catalysis.

Conclusions:

  • * Isomeric and isostructural NCs are powerful tools for understanding fundamental catalytic principles.
  • * Tailoring NC core structure and surface ligands allows for fine-tuning of catalytic properties.
  • * Future research on precisely engineered NCs will advance catalyst design and development.