Topology structure significance on the applications of morphologically diverse molybdenum disulfide

Morphology profoundly influences nanomaterials' performance for various applications including energy, environment, and catalysis etc. Molybdenum disulfide, the most studied nanomaterial after graphene, has undergone intense research in this perspective, showing its potential for real-time applicability. The unique electronic structure and charge distribution make MoS2 suitable for practicing various faceted controlled synthesis methods and exploring apposite application paths for each topographical structure. The most popular topographical structures include nanosheets, nanoflowers, nanoscrolls, nanoribbons, nanowires, wrinkled structures, nanotubes, nanospheres, and hierarchical structures. The present review presents a comprehensive collection of advents in specific morphology targeted synthesis of MoS2 and the contribution of each morphology towards specific applications.