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Area of Science:

  • Surface Science
  • Electrocatalysis
  • Interface Chemistry

Background:

  • Solid-liquid interfaces are ubiquitous and critical in natural phenomena.
  • Atomic-scale interfacial structure dictates interfacial properties, yet remains poorly understood in electrocatalysis.
  • A molecular-level picture of dynamic interfacial structures and their correlation to reaction pathways in electrochemical reactions is lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current understanding of charged electrochemical interfaces and their dynamic landscape.
  • To highlight the interactive dynamics influencing catalytic reactivity and selectivity in carbon dioxide electroreduction reaction (CO2RR).
  • To propose a novel energy-dependent 'in situ characterization map' for dynamic interfaces.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of current understandings and model development for charged electrochemical interfaces.
  • Highlighting interactive dynamics including interfacial fields, catalyst surface charges, and gradients.
  • Proposing an 'in situ characterization map' using complementary *in situ*/*operando* techniques.

Main Results:

  • Emphasis on the dependence of catalytic reactivity and selectivity on interfacial structure under CO2RR conditions.
  • Integration of experimental and theoretical advancements in characterizing electrochemical interfaces.
  • Identification of key scientific challenges and future opportunities in interfacial electrocatalysis.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive understanding of CO2RR requires detailed knowledge of interfacial dynamics.
  • The proposed 'in situ characterization map' offers a unified framework for studying dynamic interfaces.
  • Further research is needed to address challenges and unlock future opportunities in interfacial electrocatalysis.