Abstract
Right to the core: The design of nanocatalysts with maximized catalytic performance relies on control of the size, shape, and composition. The shell thickness of nanocrystals with core-shell structures can be controlled, thus enabling control over the nanocrystal electronic structure and catalytic properties. Monodisperse faceted icosahedral Au-Pd core-shell nanocrystals (see picture) were synthesized, and optimized for the oxidation of benzyl alcohol to benzaldehyde.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1477-1480 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Angewandte Chemie - International Edition |
Volume | 52 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 28 Jan 2013 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- bimetallic nanoparticles
- core-shell structures
- gold
- heterogeneous catalysis
- palladium