Supporting Data for "Study of Atomically Precise Metal Nanoclusters and Their Hybrids for Catalysis and Energy Storage"

Metal nanoclusters, particularly those composed of silver, copper, and gold, represent a fascinating class of materials due to their atomically precise structures. Unlike traditional metal nanoparticles, nanoclusters are characterized by well-defined formulas, such as [M_x(SR)_y]_q, which specify the exact number of metal atoms and ligands. Despite their appealing structures, there is limited research on the application of nanoclusters in catalysis and energy storage. Key findings of this thesis include the fabrication of doped Au-Ag nanoclusters integrated with the metal-organic framework ZIF-8, resulting in a significant enhancement of supercapacitor performance. Furthermore, the in-situ synthesis of bimetallic Au-Cu nanoclusters leads to a homogeneous dispersion on ZIF-8, yielding a specific capacitance that is 3.9 times higher than that obtained through ex-situ preparation methods. Additionally, this thesis details the effective synthesis of Au-Cu nanoclusters as a nanocatalyst, demonstrating their capability in facilitating three-component organic transformations. This work not only enhances our understanding of the structures and reactivity of nanoclusters but also underscores their potential applications in energy storage and catalysis.