Catalysis researchers employ a variety of techniques to study and develop catalysts:
- Spectroscopy: Techniques like Infrared (IR), Ultraviolet-Visible (UV-Vis), and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy help identify catalyst structures and monitor reaction progress. - Microscopy: Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) and Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM) provide detailed images of catalyst surfaces and nanostructures. - Computational Modelling: Researchers use quantum mechanics and molecular dynamics simulations to predict catalytic behavior and design new catalysts. - Kinetic Studies: These involve measuring reaction rates and understanding the steps of catalytic cycles to improve efficiency.
