Research departments utilize a variety of advanced techniques and technologies, including:
- Spectroscopy: Techniques such as IR, NMR, and X-ray spectroscopy are used to study catalyst structures and reaction mechanisms. - Microscopy: High-resolution electron microscopy provides insights into catalyst morphology and surface characteristics. - Computational Chemistry: Modeling and simulations help predict catalyst behavior and design new catalysts with desired properties. - High-Throughput Screening: Enables rapid testing of numerous catalyst candidates to identify promising ones. - In situ and Operando Methods: These techniques allow researchers to observe catalysts under real reaction conditions, providing valuable data on their performance and stability.
