The safer production of H2O2 (IMAGE)

Kyushu University

The safer production of H2O2

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Inspired by hydrogenases in nature a Kyushu University research team has developed a new catalyst that can synthesize hydrogen peroxide, H2O2, in a safe and efficient manner. By adding N-heterocyclic to the rhodium-based homogeneous catalyst they developed in the past the research team was able to increase H2O2 production 250-fold.

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Ogo Lab/Kyushu University

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