| Abstract Scope |
We developed new photoelectrodes and photocatalysts for solar-driven water splitting and hydrogen production. The photoelectrodes were based on nanostructured metal oxides, enhanced through the incorporation of plasmonic materials, layered double hydroxides, and quantum dots. These hybrid architectures improved light-harvesting capability and charge-separation efficiency. For photocatalysts, we explored novel multicomponent metal oxides and evaluated the photocatalytic activity of the synthesized samples. Our results demonstrate that rational material design combining nanostructuring and functional composites can significantly advance the performance of photoelectrochemical and photocatalytic hydrogen generation. |