Illustration (IMAGE) Simons Foundation Caption The Flatiron Institute’s newly launched Initiative for Computational Catalysis will investigate substances called catalysts that speed up chemical reactions without becoming consumed themselves. Credit Lucy Reading-Ikkanda/Simons Foundation Usage Restrictions None License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.