Institute for Integrated Catalysis

Institute

Institute for Integrated Catalysis

Tomographic reconstruction of Pt catalytic nanoparticles dispersed on alumina support. The tomographic reconstruction enables to distinguish and quantify the interaction of Pt nanoparticles with various alumina facets and internal pores.

Catalysis is key to sustainable development that secures energy independence, and it is critical to the transition from the current use of carbon resources for energy and chemicals towards solely using recycled and renewable carbon as well as renewable energy resources. This image shows a tomographic reconstruction of Pt catalytic nanoparticles dispersed on alumina support. The tomographic reconstruction enables to distinguish and quantify the interaction of Pt nanoparticles with various alumina facets and internal pores.

Libor Kovarik | Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

Enabling Our Energy Future

The Institute for Integrated Catalysis (IIC) at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory advances the science and technology of catalysis to address global challenges in the energy supply. Our researchers explore fundamental chemistry and develop transformative catalytic processes that enable efficient energy conversion. At the IIC, we unlock the full potential of both centralized and distributed carbon resources to drive innovations in the production of fuels, chemicals, and materials. Through multidisciplinary collaboration and world-class research, the IIC is shaping the next generation of catalytic solutions to strengthen our nation’s energy resiliency.