Comprehensive review of synthesis strategies and performance enhancement of metal-organic frameworks and their derivatives for photocatalytic applications

Energy conversion and environmental pollution present significant challenges that necessitate the development of materials with optimal characteristics for effective applications in solar energy-driven photocatalysis.Metal-organic frameworks（MOFs） serve as excellent platforms for the development of various MOF-derived materials,which have garnered extensive attention due to their unique structural features,high crystallinity,large surface areas,diverse morphologies,adjustable dimensions,tunable textural characteristics,and inherent catalytic activity.However,the sluggish charge kinetics and poor stability of MOFs and MOF-derived photocatalysts restrict their photocatalytic activity,thereby limiting their applications in the field of photocatalysis.Consequently,substantial research efforts have been directed toward maximizing the advantages of these intriguing materials while addressing their shortcomings.This review provides a comprehensive summary and analysis of various synthesis strategies of MOFs and their derivatives.Effective modification strategies to enhance the performance of these novel materials are also summarized.This review systematically explores the current advancements in the application of MOFs and their derivatives for photocatalytic water splitting,photocatalytic CO2 reduction,and environmental water pollution treatment.Finally,it discusses the challenges and future prospects of MOFs and MOF-derived materials in photocatalytic applications.Researchers should systematically optimize synthetic strategies and functionalize MOFs and their derivatives to enhance their application in energy conversion and environmental pollution control,thereby underscoring their extensive potential.Future research will increasingly concentrate on the intelligent design and functionalization of MOFs to attain superior catalytic performance and tackle the urgent energy and environmental challenges confronting the world.