Identifying and eliminating false positives in thermal-assisted photocatalysis.

We discovered that employing inappropriate calibration curves for activity evaluation resulted in false positive results. Specifically, an artificial efficiency of hydrogen production is exaggerated by up to 2.2-fold if the calibration curves are misused, leading to considerably high false positive results. Our study highlights the importance of utilizing the correct calibration curve to ensure a true performance, and is beneficial for fostering advancements in the development of thermal-assisted photocatalysis.