Identifying efficient two-dimensional transition metal oxide cathodes for non-aqueous lithium–oxygen batteries using the work function as a simple descriptor

Work function-guided screening reveals 2D TMO bifunctional ORR/OER catalysts for LOBs, identifying 1T-VO 2 , W 2 O 4 , Mo 2 O 4 , and Re 2 O 4 as effective candidates.