Nanoparticle Catalyst (IMAGE)

Brown University

Nanoparticle Catalyst

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A new catalyst made from alloyed nanoparticles of gold and palladium can produce PBO polymer, which is used in body armor and other high-performance fabrics. The new catalyst produces PBO that's free of impurities, which can cause materials to degrade.

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Sun lab / Brown University

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