How does ALS help in the Design of Better Catalysts?
The detailed structural and electronic information provided by ALS techniques can be used to develop structure-activity relationships (SAR) for catalysts. By understanding how the structure of a catalyst influences its activity and selectivity, researchers can design new catalysts with improved performance. For example, ALS can help in identifying the optimal size and shape of metal nanoparticles for specific reactions or in developing new bimetallic catalysts with synergistic properties.
