Recent progress in the in-situ growth of metal-organic frameworks on carbon-based supports
摘要
The abundant oxygen-containing functional groups on carbon-based supports can effectively adsorb metal ions, which then coordinate with organic ligands to facilitate the in-situ growth of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). This strategy of compositing MOFs and carbon-based materials can effectively solve the low conductivity and poor stability issues inhibiting the wider applications of MOFs. However, the diversity in the structures and compositions of MOFs makes it challenging to control the morphology and properties of the resulting composites. This review summarizes recent investigations into the homogeneous and heterogeneous nucleation and growth mechanisms of MOFs. It also covers reported strategies for the in-situ growth of MOFs on graphene, MXene, and other carbon-based supports, along with their diverse applications. The interactions between carbon-based supports and MOF precursors are pivotal for in-situ nucleation. Furthermore, the subsequent crystallization process can be regulated to yield products with tailored morphologies for specific requirements. Finally, the associated challenges and future perspectives are outlined.