University Chemistry ›› 2025, Vol. 40 ›› Issue (9): 344-353.doi: 10.12461/PKU.DXHX202503066

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Research Progress on the Synthesis of Metal Single-Atom Catalysts and Their Applications in Electrocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution Reactions

Ying Chen2, Ronghua Yan3, Weiyan Yin1   

  1. 1 School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430200, China;
    2 Wuhan Occupation Technical School of Huangpi District, Wuhan 430399, China;
    3 Graduate School, Wuhan Textile University, Wuhan 430200, China
  • Received:2025-03-18 Accepted:2025-06-19 Published:2025-09-16
  • Contact: Weiyan Yin E-mail:hpywy2006@163.com

Abstract: With the introduction of the “dual carbon” target, hydrogen energy has garnered significant attention as a clean and efficient secondary energy source. The production of “green hydrogen” through the electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) represents one of the most promising strategies for achieving a hydrogen-powered society. Single-atom catalysts (SACs) have demonstrated exceptional catalytic performance in HER, attributed to their maximized atomic utilization efficiency and distinctive electronic structures. This paper comprehensively reviews recent advancements in the synthesis of metal SACs and their applications in HER. Through detailed case analyses, this review aims to provide insights into the forefront of SAC research and elucidate their critical role in electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution.

Key words: Single-atom catalysts, Synthesis, Electrocatalytic hydrogen evolution reaction, Review