A review of the REDOX properties of MoS₂: From wastewater treatment to tumor therapy

Environmental pollution and its consequent biological toxicity present formidable challenges in the contemporary world, amidst the endeavor to harness environmentally friendly materials as an effective strategy. Molybdenum disulfide (MoS₂), a highly esteemed graphene-like nanomaterial, stands out as a prominent candidate owing to its outstanding properties, abundant availability, and promising development prospects. Its inherent biocompatibility not only holds immense potential for environmental waste-water treatment but also exhibits extraordinary promise in the realm of biotechnology, such as bactericidal and tumor therapy. The progression of typical MoS₂ applications, from water treatment to tumor treatment, is reviewed, with a specific emphasis on the innovative utilization of MoS₂ in these dual scenarios. In addition, we also anticipate the future applications of MoS₂ based on cost-recovery efficiency.