'Atomic fingerprint' of catalyst helps industrial researchers refine cleaner oil
Tuesday, September 30, 2014 - 09:01
in Physics & Chemistry
Researchers have made a major breakthrough in our understanding of a 2D material, molybdenum disulphide, a key ingredient used in industrial refinery catalysts. Understanding the structure of the material at the atomic level has led them to a new way to boost its efficiency. This could mean cheaper and more efficient catalysts for oil refineries in the near future, promoting a cleaner environment and helping industry to deal with increasingly stringent environmental legislation.