Gd2ZrS5

Gd2ZrS5 is a rare-earth transition metal sulfide compound combining gadolinium and zirconium with sulfur, belonging to the broader family of mixed-metal chalcogenides. This material is primarily of research interest for optoelectronic and semiconductor applications, particularly in photocatalysis, solid-state lighting, and thermal management systems where rare-earth dopants and sulfide semiconductors show promise for enhanced performance. While not yet commercialized at scale, compounds in this chemical family are investigated as alternatives to conventional semiconductors for niche applications requiring combined rare-earth luminescence and semiconductor band-gap engineering.