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Single-atom catalyst turns lignin into valuable chemicals with near-complete conversion

Researchers at The University of Manchester and Hebei University of Technology have identified how a new class of catalyst can break down lignin into useful chemical building blocks, offering a more sustainable route to replace fossil-based materials.

Single-atom catalyst turns lignin into valuable chemicals with near-complete conversion
Image: Phys.org
Researchers at The University of Manchester and Hebei University of Technology have identified how a new class of catalyst can break down lignin into useful chemical building blocks, offering a more sustainable route to replace fossil-based materials.

Originally published at Phys.org

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