Shaping nanoparticle-based aerogels for efficient light-driven catalysis
Fabian Matter, David Kiwic, Marco Bernet, Elena Tervoort, Markus Niederberger
Abstract
In this article we present a synthesis concept to shape aerogels by self-assembly of nanoparticles from colloidal dispersions to optimize mass transport and illumination allowing for efficient light-driven degradation of methanol.
Topics & Concepts
NanoparticleMaterials scienceAerogelNanotechnologyCatalysisChemistryOrganic chemistryAerogels and thermal insulationMesoporous Materials and CatalysisCatalytic Processes in Materials Science