Touch of gold improves nanoparticle fuel-cell reactions
Monday, March 12, 2012 - 11:30
in Physics & Chemistry
Chemists have created a triple-headed metallic nanoparticle that reportedly performs better and lasts longer than any other nanoparticle catalyst studied in fuel-cell reactions. The key is the addition of gold: it yields a more uniform crystal structure while removing carbon monoxide from the reaction.