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805 Century-old catalysis puzzle cracked by measuring a fraction of an electron

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ScienceDaily · 11/21/2025 03:39 EDT

Scientists have directly measured the minuscule electron sharing that makes precious-metal catalysts so effective. Their new technique, IET, reveals how molecules bind and react on metal surfaces with unprecedented clarity. The insights promise faster discovery of advanced catalysts for energy, chemicals, and manufacturing.

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