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In the never-ending pursuit of sustainable energy, scientists are leaving no stone unturned. One such stone is electrocatalysis, a pivotal process in converting chemical energy into electrical energy and vice versa. This process is already a cornerstone of various green-energy technologies.
Electrocatalysis
Electrocatalysis accelerates electrochemical reactions with the help of catalysts, substances that boost reaction rates without being consumed themselves. This process is integral to devices like fuel cells and electrolyzers, where it facilitates the efficient conversion of fuels such as hydrogen and oxygen into electricity, or water into hydrogen and oxygen, respectively. This creates a cycle of clean energy.
However, the efficiency of traditional electrocatalysis methods often leaves much to be desired. These methods struggle to maximize the transport of reactants to …