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EPSRC Reference:	EP/K016334/1
Title:	Stabilization of metal nanoparticles by their confinement on curved supports
Principal Investigator:	Torrente Murciano, Dr L
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Department:	Chemical Engineering
Organisation:	University of Bath
Scheme:	First Grant - Revised 2009
Starts:	20 February 2013	Ends:	19 October 2014	Value (£):	107,061
EPSRC Research Topic Classifications:	Catalysis & Applied Catalysis
EPSRC Industrial Sector Classifications:	Chemicals
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Panel History:	Panel Date Panel Name Outcome 30 Oct 2012 Engineering Prioritisation Meeting - 30 Oct 2012 Announced
Summary on Grant Application Form
The discovery and understanding of the reactivity of metal nanoparticles and their potential applications is slowly transforming our World due to their unique chemical and physical properties. However, their implementation is mainly limited by their tendency to agglomerate and sinter into bigger and more stable particles, losing their exceptional characteristics. The aim of this project is to stabilize metal nanoparticles using morphologically engineered supports overcoming the diffusion challenges faced by conventional stabilization approaches, specially relevant in catalytic applications. The potential of this new type of metal nanostructured catalyst will be explored in areas of green chemistry, environment and energy applications.
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