Can the shape of a crystal really change how well it performs in clean energy technology? A new study says yes—decisively.

Platinum has long been the preferred catalyst for the oxygen reduction reaction due to its efficiency and durability, but its ...

The limited availability of efficient oxygen reduction reaction catalysts impedes the practical application of proton exchange membrane fuel cells. In this study, the catalytic activity of Pt ...

A major drawback is the cost of production, dominated by the quantity of an expensive platinum catalyst required for the oxygen reduction reaction. Recent research indicates promising replacement ...

The technique's foundation was laid in the early 2010s by Professors Duan, Huang, and Dr Menging Ding, who initially used ETS to investigate surface-adsorbed anions on platinum surfaces and their ...

New study reveals remarkable impact of intrinsic spin shielding in platinum-rare earth alloys on electrocatalysis, paving the way for enhanced fuel cells Science China Press Journal ...

The method also creates a large number of loosely bound oxygen ions associated with cerium atoms, which can move easily and further improve many common catalytic reactions that require either ...

By tailoring crystal shape, researchers boost oxygen reduction performance, paving the way for cost-effective fuel cell ...