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Fu Liu¹, Zhanxi Fan^1,2,3

¹Department of Chemistry, City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong 999077, China. zhanxi.fan@cityu.edu.hk.

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Defect engineering in two-dimensional (2D) materials enhances their properties for sustainable energy conversion and storage. This review explores advances, mechanisms, and future directions for 2D materials in tackling climate change.

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Area of Science:

Materials Science
Energy Storage
Nanotechnology

Background:

Global drive for carbon neutrality necessitates advanced sustainable energy solutions.
Traditional electrode materials face performance limitations.
Two-dimensional (2D) materials offer unique properties for energy devices.

Purpose of the Study:

To review cutting-edge advances in defect engineering of 2D materials.
To highlight the impact of defect engineering on energy conversion and storage.
To discuss mechanisms of defect action and their role in property optimization.

Main Methods:

Literature review of defect engineering strategies in 2D materials.
Analysis of structure-property relationships in engineered 2D materials.
Exploration of defect mechanisms in electrochemical reactions.

Main Results:

Defect engineering is a versatile strategy to enhance electrode reaction kinetics.
Engineered 2D materials show significant potential for improved energy device performance.
Understanding defect mechanisms is crucial for rational material design.

Conclusions:

Defect engineering in 2D materials is key to advancing energy conversion and storage.
Further research into defect mechanisms will guide the development of next-generation energy systems.
Addressing current challenges will unlock the full potential of 2D materials for carbon neutrality goals.