Spin-related and non-spin-related effects of magnetic fields on water oxidation

Nature Energy, Published online: 24 April 2025; doi:10.1038/s41560-025-01744-6Magnetic fields have been shown to improve water oxidation performance, but the nature of the underlying promotional mechanisms remains unclear. In this Review the authors examine the possible phenomena at play and provide guidance on how to determine whether key enhancements derive from spin-related effects or not.

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Spin-related and non-spin-related effects of magnetic fields on water oxidation

Nature Energy, Published online: 24 April 2025; doi:10.1038/s41560-025-01744-6Magnetic fields have been shown to improve water oxidation performance, but the nature of the underlying promotional mechanisms remains unclear. In this Review the authors examine the possible phenomena at play and provide guidance on how to determine whether key enhancements derive from spin-related effects or not.