A single platinum nanoparticle observed by electron holography (IMAGE)

Kyushu University

A single platinum nanoparticle observed by electron holography

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Ultrahigh sensitivity and precision electron holography measurements around a platinum nanoparticle like the one shown here have allowed scientists to count the net charge in a single catalyst nanoparticle with a precision of just one electron for the first time.

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Murakami Lab, Kyushu University

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