Multiscale Manipulation of Functional Imperfection Atomic Interfaces

ConspectusThe imperfect atomic interfaces (IAIs) refer to the interface area with incomplete crystal structure formed by precise atomic-scale structure modulation. Unlike the traditional perfectly crystalline interfaces, IAIs show structural defects and symmetry breaking in their atomic arrangement and coordination environment. These characteristics can be achieved by accurately adjusting the spin state, orbital electron configuration, or charge distribution of the interface atom. Therefore, IAIs have become a promising strategy to overcome the inherent activity limitations of traditional catalysts. However, the inherent instability of IAIs in energy conversion and storage systems poses major challenges.…

• NN
  National Natural Science Foundation of China

  Awards: 22494632, 22234005
• NS
  Natural Science Foundation of Jiangsu Province

  Award: BK20222015
• KU
  Key University Science Research Project of Jiangsu Province

  Award: 25KJA150002