Unveiling the sensing ability of new MoS2 nanoparticles: from fundamental insights into practical applications for nitrites

Federica Florio; Angelo Ferlazzo; Stefano Bonforte; Giuseppe Nicotra; Giovanni Neri; Iddo Pinkas; Milko E. van der Boom; Antonino Gulino

doi:10.1039/d5tc01165e

Unveiling the sensing ability of new MoS₂ nanoparticles: from fundamental insights into practical applications for nitrites

Federica Florio
, Angelo Ferlazzo
, Stefano Bonforte
, Giuseppe Nicotra
, Giovanni Neri
, Iddo Pinkas
, Milko E. van der Boom^*
, Antonino Gulino^*

^*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

The unique properties of transition metal dichalcogenides (TMDs), particularly molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂), have garnered significant attention in various fields including electronics, catalysis, and energy storage. The synthesis of MoS₂, along with controlled morphology and properties, remains a crucial aspect because of its practical applications. Here, we present an alternative synthesis approach for MoS₂, obtained by a solvothermal method, starting from bis(acetylacetonato)dioxomolybdenum(vi), MoO₂(acac)₂. Our method results in the formation of a carbon MoS₂ (∼75% : ∼25%) composite material. This composite holds promise for advancing our understanding and utilization of MoS₂ for sensing. Through detailed characterization and analysis, we elucidate the structure and morphology of the synthesized MoS₂, and provide insights into its sensing applications for nitrites. This study not only contributes to the synthesis methodology of MoS₂—it also offers valuable insights for the design and development of advanced TMD-based materials.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	11214-11222
Number of pages	9
Journal	Journal of Materials Chemistry C
Volume	13
Issue number	22
Early online date	29 Apr 2025
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1039/d5tc01165e
Publication status	Published - 14 Jun 2025

Funding

This work has been funded by the European Union (NextGeneration EU) through the MUR-PNRR project SAMOTHRACE (ECS00000022). The authors also thank the University of Catania for the financial support of the PIA.CE.RI. and the B.R.I.T. laboratory at the University of Catania for the availability of the XPS facility. M. V. D. B. is the incumbent of the Bruce A. Pearlman Professorial Chair. IP is the incumbent of the Sharon Zuckerman research fellow chair.

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General Chemistry
Materials Chemistry

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