Researchers from Tohoku University have made significant progress in understanding metal-nitrogen-carbon (M-N-C) catalysts, which are potential alternatives to expensive platinum-group-metal catalysts for hydrogen production. Using advanced simulations, they examined how the potential of zero charge (PZC) and solvation effects influence M-N-C catalysts’ performance in oxygen electrocatalysis. These findings are crucial for designing high-performance catalysts and advancing sustainable hydrogen technologies. The study highlights the importance of these factors in achieving efficient and scalable hydrogen generation.
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