Anode 1 (IMAGE) Rice University Caption Scientists at Rice University and the University of Houston created a catalyst from three elements -- iron, manganese and phosphorus -- and then coated it evenly onto an array of titanium dioxide nanorods to create a highly efficient photoanode for artificial photosynthesis. Credit Whitmire Research Group/Rice University Usage Restrictions None License Licensed 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.