Simulating the redox potentials of unexplored phenazine derivatives as electron mediators for biofuel cells

Abstract

In this research, we aimed to establish a guideline for designing electron mediators suitable for biofuel cells. A redox potential simulator was fabricated by combining density functional theory calculation and experiment, allowing us to select molecules with appropriate redox potentials efficiently. Previously, mediators have been developed depending on the trials and errors; thus, our strategy will speed up the development of biofuel cells with outstanding performances.