University Chemistry ›› 2025, Vol. 40 ›› Issue (8): 233-240.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202410016

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Preparation of Molybdenum Disulfide Nanosheets and Investigation of Their Nanozyme Properties: A Comprehensive Undergraduate Chemistry Experiment

Yang Li, Jiachen Li, Daidi Fan   

  1. School of Chemical Engineering, Northwest University, Xi' an 710127, China
  • Received:2024-10-08 Accepted:2024-11-14 Published:2025-07-19
  • Contact: Jiachen Li, Daidi Fan E-mail:lijiachen@nwu.edu.cn;fandaidi@nwu.edu.cn

Abstract: A comprehensive chemistry experiment was designed based on scientific research principles. Molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂) nanosheets were synthesized via a hydrothermal method. The effects of pH and temperature on the peroxidase-, catalase-, and superoxide dismutase-like activities of MoS₂ were evaluated. Additionally, the antibacterial activity of MoS₂ nanozyme was assessed. This experiment provides students with opportunities to broaden their scientific perspectives, stimulates their interest in research, and fosters a sense of scientific innovation.

Key words: Molybdenum disulfide, Nanozyme, Antibacterial activity, Comprehensive chemistry experiment