4. Conclusion
In conclusion, an one-dimensional supramolecular nanofibers photocatalyst based on carboxy-substituent perylene diimide have been developed. Such purely organic PDI supramolecular nanofibers exhibit superior photocatalytic activity both in organic pollutions degradation and water oxidation under visible light without assistance of co-catalyst. Most importantly, these photocatalysts were demonstrated to be very stable with cycling at acidic condition, which crucial for industrial applications. Unique onedimension -conjugated delocalization and internal electric field in supramolecular nanofibers result in the highly efficient excitation, separation and migration of carriers, which was demonstrated to be the key factor to the photocatalysis process. The catalyst has the advantages of sufficiently efficient, robust, earth-abundant and broad spectral response. The present results may offer a new vista for the development of supramolecular organic semiconductor in environmental protection and water splitting.