Best Practices for Accurately Reporting Electrocatalytic Performance of Nanomaterials

This chapter provides a comprehensive overview of recommended guidelines for the precise reporting of the electrochemical performance of nanomaterials. The chapter covers various critical aspects of electrocatalysis reporting, including electrolyte preparation, reliable reporting of overpotential, Tafel slope calculation, and proper reporting of turnover frequency (TOF). The chapter also examines critical parameters such as double-layer capacitance, mass, specific activity, BET surface area normalized activity, and Faradic efficiency, providing insights into their significance and proper reporting techniques. The guidelines and recommendations presented in this chapter will help researchers in the field to ensure that their experimental results are accurate, reliable, and reproducible and will aid in the advancement of the field of electrocatalysis.