Ethylene, despite being a cornerstone of the modern petrochemical industry, continues to pose challenges during its production. Now, a dual single-atom catalyst design emerges as a remarkable solution for the efficient semi-hydrogenation of acetylene.
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Feng, H., Zhang, X. Tailored for semi-hydrogenation. Nat Catal 7, 342–344 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41929-024-01146-z
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