Ruthenium containing polyoxometalates: From synthesis, structures, properties to functional applications

Abstract

Ruthenium-containing polyoxometalates (Ru-POMs) are a class of heteropolyanions (vanadates, molybdates, or tungstates) containing at least one Ru atom as a heteroatom or “addenda” atom. In recent years, Ru-POMs have attracted considerable attention owing to their structural versatility, intriguing redox properties, and oxidation resistance, rendering them highly promising for applications in organocatalysis, electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, and beyond. This review summarizes the advances in Ru-POMs, covering their synthesis methods, structures, properties, and applications. It aims to serve as a reference and guide for the future design and development of novel Ru-POM structures and applications.