Monday, September 12, 2011

Molecular Catalysis in a Fuel Cell

Molecular Catalysis in a Fuel Cell: Thumbnail image of graphical abstract

Jack of all trades: A fuel cell based on a single molecular catalyst (see picture) uses a [NiFe]hydrogenase mimic to catalyze the oxidation of H2. Crucially, the catalyst is also active for the reduction of O2, allowing the construction of a fully functional fuel cell. This molecular catalyst can function both in solid and solution phases, allowing precise observation of the mechanism.

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