Research Articles
The Reactor-STM: Watching Catalysts at Work, Atom by Atom
Discover how the Reactor-STM microscope is revolutionizing catalyst design by allowing atomic-scale observation under industrial conditions.
The Silent Workhorses: How Zeolites are Powering a Cleaner Future
Explore how zeolites, microporous minerals with molecular-level filtration capabilities, are revolutionizing environmental cleanup and industrial processes.
The Invisible Gate: How Graphene Controls Chemical Reactions on Metal Surfaces
Discover how graphene acts as a molecular gatekeeper, directing chemical reactions in confined nanospaces on metal surfaces for advanced catalytic applications.
Combinatorial Chemistry in Heterogeneous Catalysis: A New Scientific Approach or "the King's New Clothes"?
Exploring the revolutionary potential of combinatorial chemistry in heterogeneous catalysis and assessing whether it represents genuine scientific advancement or overhyped methodology.
When a Good Model Fails: The Curious Case of Vibrating Hydrogen on Copper
Exploring how vibration revealed startling gaps in our understanding of hydrogen behavior on copper surfaces, challenging decades of scientific models.
The Supported Metallocene-Alkyl Catalyst: A Revolution in Plastic Precision
Explore the revolutionary supported metallocene-alkyl catalysts that enable molecular-level precision in plastic manufacturing, creating stronger, lighter, and more recyclable materials.
The BN Revolution: How Copper-Catalyzed Nitration Unlocks New Materials
Discover how copper-catalyzed nitration of BN-naphthalenes is revolutionizing materials science through precise atomic substitution.
Steering the Chemistry of Carbon Oxides: How a NiCu Catalyst is Forging a Cleaner Future
Explore how NiCu catalysts are transforming carbon oxides into valuable resources through atomic-level engineering and sustainable chemistry.
Enzyme Catalysis: The Invisible Workforce Revolutionizing Food Processing
Explore how enzyme catalysis transforms food processing through biological efficiency, sustainability, and innovative applications across various industries.
The Carbon Conundrum: How Carbon Deposits Make or Break Nickel Catalysts in Methane Reform
Exploring how carbon deposition affects nickel catalysts in dry reforming of methane and the scientific strategies to manage this challenge.