Ultra-efficient removal of carbon monoxide using gold nanoparticles on a molecular support
(PHYSorg.com Chemistry)

Researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University have developed a way to mount gold nanoparticles on a molecular support known as a polyoxometalate (POM). They successfully applied this to realize nearly 100 percent conversion of carbon monoxide (CO) over a wide temperature range, demonstrating stable performance over long periods of time. They showed how traces of water uniquely contribute to the catalyst`s function, promising insight into catalysis and potential application to exhaust gas and room air purification.