Titanium-oxo clusters are being studied as photocatalysts due to their strong structure and favorable optical/electronic properties, with Ti/M-oxo clusters offering better functionality for understanding reaction mechanisms and improving catalyst design.
The integration of cerium into titanium-oxo clusters adds redox capacity and oxygen absorption but has been limited by synthetic challenges.
The research introduces two new structurally defined Ti/Ce-oxo clusters, revealing that the presence of cerium enhances photocatalytic oxidation performance, showcasing their potential in photoluminescence and photovoltaic applications.