Researchers are developing new approaches to address resolution limitations:
- In-situ and Operando Techniques: These methods allow the observation of catalysts under actual operating conditions, providing more realistic insights into catalytic processes. - Cryo-EM: Cryogenic electron microscopy (cryo-EM) is being adapted for catalysis to minimize beam damage and capture high-resolution images. - Advanced Computational Methods: Simulations and modeling are increasingly used to complement experimental data, offering atomic-level insights that are difficult to obtain experimentally. - Hybrid Techniques: Combining multiple techniques (e.g., TEM with EDX for elemental analysis) can provide a more comprehensive understanding of catalysts.
