For this Nanocatalyst, One Atom Makes a Big Difference

Simulation shows a 10-atom platinum nanocatalyst cluster. The “bulge” caused by the 10th atom gives the cluster improved catalytic properties. (Credit: Uzi Landman, Georgia Tech)
Jan 28, 2016 - Atlanta, GA
Researchers have explained why platinum nanoclusters of a specific size range facilitate the hydrogenation reaction used to produce ethane from ethylene.

New Process Boosts Lignin Bio-oil as a Next-Generation Fuel

Trees are a source of cellulose, hemicelluloses, and lignin. A new process for upgrading lignin bio-oil to hydrocarbons could help expand use of the lignin, which is now largely a waste product left over from the productions of cellulose and bioethanol. (Credit: John Toon, Georgia Tech)
Sep 09, 2020 - Atlanta, GA
A new process for upgrading lignin bio-oil could expand the use of lignin, which is now largely a waste product.

New Process Boosts Lignin Bio-oil as a Next-Generation Fuel

Trees are a source of cellulose, hemicelluloses, and lignin. A new process for upgrading lignin bio-oil to hydrocarbons could help expand use of the lignin, which is now largely a waste product left over from the productions of cellulose and bioethanol. (Credit: John Toon, Georgia Tech)
Sep 09, 2020 - Atlanta, GA
A new process for upgrading lignin bio-oil could expand the use of lignin, which is now largely a waste product.

Machine Learning Advances Materials for Separations, Adsorption, and Catalysis

The vial shown contains a blue powder, HKUST-1, a metal-organic framework (MOF) material. (Credit, Tania Evans, Georgia Tech)
Nov 09, 2020 - Atlanta, GA
Machine learning is helping accelerate the development of highly tunable materials known as metal-organic frameworks.
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