Iron-based catalyst development for hydrogen fuel cells

Energy policy and research

Research

Nitrogen-atom-based molecular structures incorporated into the catalyst to facilitate proton relay and hydrogen production.

A catalyst featuring an iron center and nitrogen-containing molecular chains designed to extract electrons from hydrogen molecules. It mimics the function of hydrogenase enzymes found in nature.

Natural enzymes that inspired the development of the iron catalyst. These enzymes are capable of splitting hydrogen molecules and extracting electrons and protons.

United States

A new catalyst featuring an iron center and nitrogen-containing molecular chains (pendant amines) designed to extract electrons from hydrogen molecules for use in fuel cells, offering a platinum-free alternative.