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Author | Hauchecorne, B.; Terrens, D.; Verbruggen, S.; Martens, J.A.; van Langenhove, H.; Demeestere, K.; Lenaerts, S. | ||||
Title | Elucidating the photocatalytic degradation pathway of acetaldehyde : an FTIR in situ study under atmospheric conditions | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2011 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 106 | Issue | 3/4 | Pages | 630-638 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | In this paper, new insights of the photocatalytic oxidation pathway of acetaldehyde are obtained by means of an in-house constructed FTIR in situ reactor. It is shown that there are generally three different intermediates present: acetic acid, formic acid and formaldehyde. By means of FTIR in situ spectroscopy, this study revealed that these intermediates are bound on the TiO2 surface in different ways, resulting in the presence of more intermediate species, such as molecularly adsorbed acetic acid, bidentate acetate, molecularly adsorbed formic acid, monodentate formate, bidentate formate, formaldehyde and dioxymethylene. Furthermore, spectroscopic evidence is obtained concerning the formation of 3-hydroxybutanal and crotonaldehyde upon adsorption of acetaldehyde on TiO2 prior to UV illumination. The presented results thus give new insights in the photocatalytic oxidation pathway of acetaldehyde. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000294092400042 | Publication Date | 2011-06-28 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 46 | Open Access | |
Notes | ; The authors wish to thank the University of Antwerp for the funding of this research. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446; 2011 IF: 5.625 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:92433 | Serial | 5948 | ||
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Author | Liao, L.; Heylen, S.; Sree, S.P.; Vallaey, B.; Keulemans, M.; Lenaerts, S.; Roeffaers, M.B.J.; Martens, J.A. | ||||
Title | Photocatalysis assisted simultaneous carbon oxidation and NOx reduction | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2017 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 202 | Issue | Pages | 381-387 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | Photocatalysis assisted oxidation of carbon black was performed using TiO2 photocatalyst under UV illumination in an atmosphere with NO, O-2 and water vapor at 150 degrees C. Carbon is oxidized mainly to CO2 while NO is selectively converted to N-2. Enhanced O-2 and NO concentrations have a positive effect on the carbon oxidation rate. At a concentration of 3000 ppm NO and 13.3% O-2 in the gas phase the carbon oxidation rate reaches 2.3 mu g(carbon)/mg(TiO2) h, at a formal electron/photon quantum efficiency of 0.019. HR SEM images reveal uniform gradual reduction of the carbon particle size irrespective of the distance to TiO2 photocatalyst particles in the presence of NO, O-2 and H2O. (C) 2016 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000388052100038 | Publication Date | 2016-09-23 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 11 | Open Access | |
Notes | ; This work was supported by long-term structural funding by the Flemish government (Methusalem). M. Keulemans acknowledges the agency for Innovation by Science and Technology in Flanders (IWT) for financial support (PhD. Grant). M. Roeffaers thanks the ERC for financial support (ERC Starting Grant No. 307523). ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:139156 | Serial | 5976 | ||
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Author | Liao, L.; Heylen, S.; Vallaey, B.; Keulemans, M.; Lenaerts, S.; Roeffaers, M.B.J.; Martens, J.A. | ||||
Title | Photocatalytic carbon oxidation with nitric oxide | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2015 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 166 | Issue | Pages | 374-380 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | The photocatalytic oxidation of carbon black on TiO2 using nitric oxide as an oxidizing agent was investigated. Layer-wise deposited carbon and TiO2 powder was illuminated with UVA light in the presence of NO at parts per million concentrations in dry and hydrated carrier gas at a temperature of 150 degrees C. Carbon was photocatalytically converted mainly into CO2, and NO mainly into N-2. Carbon oxidation rates of 7.2 mu g/h/mgTiO(2) were achieved in the presence of 3000 ppm NO. Under these experimental conditions in the absence of molecular oxygen, formation of surface nitrates causing TiO2 photocatalyst deactivation is suppressed. Addition of water enhances surface nitrate formation and catalyst deactivation. NO and carbon particulate matter are air pollutants emitted by diesel engines. Elimination of soot collected on a diesel particulate filter through oxidation is a demanding reaction requiring temperatures in excess of 250 degrees C. The present study opens perspectives for a low-temperature regeneration strategy for the diesel particulate filter that simultaneously performs DeNO(x) reactions. (C) 2014 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000348753400042 | Publication Date | 2014-12-03 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 5 | Open Access | |
Notes | ; This work was supported by long-term structural funding by the Flemish government (Methusalem). ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446; 2015 IF: 7.435 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:123858 | Serial | 5977 | ||
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Author | Hauchecorne, B.; Tytgat, T.; Verbruggen, S.W.; Hauchecorne, D.; Terrens, D.; Smits, M.; Vinken, K.; Lenaerts, S. | ||||
Title | Photocatalytic degradation of ethylene : an FTIR in situ study under atmospheric conditions | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2011 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 105 | Issue | 1/2 | Pages | 111-116 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Molecular Spectroscopy (MolSpec); Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | In this paper, the reaction mechanism of the photocatalytic oxidation of ethylene is elucidated by means of an in-house developed FTIR in situ reactor. This reactor allowed us to look at the catalytic surface at the moment the reactions actually occur. This new approach gave some exciting new insights in how ethylene is photocatalytically oxidised. It was found that there is a change in dipole moment of the ethylene molecule when it is brought in the neighbourhood of the catalyst. From this finding, a hypothesis was formulated on how the CC-bond from ethylene will break. It was found that the aforementioned interaction between the catalyst and the molecule, allows the excited electrons from the UV irradiated catalyst to occupy the lowest unoccupied molecular orbital (LUMO) of the ethylene molecule through a process known as backdonation. Following this hypothesis, it was found that the degradation occurs through the formation of two intermediates: formaldehyde and formic acid, for which formaldehyde is bound in two different ways (coordinatively and as bidentate). Finally CO2 and H2O are found as end products, resulting in the complete mineralisation of the pollutant. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000291907400013 | Publication Date | 2011-04-18 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 29 | Open Access | |
Notes | ; The authors wish to thank the University of Antwerp for the funding of this research; Evonik, who delivered the photocatalyst and the 3rd grade bachelor students of the bio-science engineering department, who accompanied us in this work: Britt Berghmans, Margot Goossens, Ozlem Kocak and Laurent Van Linden. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446; 2011 IF: 5.625 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:89256 | Serial | 5978 | ||
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Author | Ouwehand, J.; Van Eynde, E.; De Canck, E.; Lenaerts, S.; Verberckmoes, A.; Van der Voort, P. | ||||
Title | Titania-functionalized diatom frustules as photocatalyst for indoor air purification | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2018 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 226 | Issue | 226 | Pages | 303-310 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | Diatom frustules were extracted from the species Thalassiosira pseudonana and functionalized with titania to be used as photocatalysts in the abatement of acetaldehyde. The synthetic procedure is water-based and environmentally friendly. The synthesis parameters were optimized to give the highest possible photocatalytic activity. The optimized material, visualized with TEM and STEM-EDX, shows the TiO2 nanoparticles grafted inside the frustule pores, as well as on the silica surface. The titania particles, stabilized by the frustules, are 2.5 times more active than the P25 benchmark material. The photocatalyst is then tested in conditions of elevated relative humidity, to simulate indoor air. The catalytic activity only shows a minor decrease at 50% relative humidity, which is a better result than for the P25 benchmark. When tested over an extended period of time, the photocatalyst only shows a minor decrease in activity. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000425476800033 | Publication Date | 2017-12-26 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 4 | Open Access | |
Notes | ; The authors are grateful to the Flemish government (VLAIO) for providing funding through grant number 150663. The Thalassiosira Pseudonana algae were kindly provided by TomAlgae. The authors thank Katrien Haustraete, Sander Clerick and Funda Alic for performing TEM and STEM-EDX, SEM and CHN analyses, respectively, and Isabelle Ascoop for fruitful discussions. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:149836 | Serial | 5999 | ||
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Author | Bigiani, L.; Barreca, D.; Gasparotto, A.; Andreu, T.; Verbeeck, J.; Sada, C.; Modin, E.; Lebedev, O.I.; Morante, J.R.; Maccato, C. | ||||
Title | Selective anodes for seawater splitting via functionalization of manganese oxides by a plasma-assisted process | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2021 | Publication | Applied Catalysis B-Environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 284 | Issue | Pages | 119684 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The electrolysis of seawater, a significantly more abundant natural reservoir than freshwater, stands as a promising alternative for sustainable hydrogen production, provided that the competitive chloride electro-oxidation is minimized. Herein, we propose an original material combination to selectively trigger oxygen evolution from seawater at expenses of chlorine generation. The target systems, based on MnO2 or Mn2O3 decorated with Fe2O3 or Co3O4, are fabricated by plasma enhanced-chemical vapor deposition of manganese oxides, functionalization with Fe2O3 and Co3O4 by sputtering, and annealing in air/Ar to obtain Mn(IV)/Mn(III) oxides. Among the various options, MnO2 decorated with Co3O4 yields the best performances in alkaline seawater splitting, with an outstanding Tafel slope of approximate to 40 mV x dec(-1) and an overpotential of 450 mV, enabling to rule out chlorine evolution. These attractive performances, resulting from the synergistic contribution of catalytic and electronic effects, open the door to low-cost hydrogen generation from seawater under real-world conditions, paving the way to eventual large-scale applications. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000623591500008 | Publication Date | 2020-11-20 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 67 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | The authors thank Padova University (DOR 2017–2020 and P-DiSC #03BIRD2018-UNIPD OXYGENA projects), as well as the INSTM Consortium (INSTMPD004 – NETTUNO project) and AMGA Foundation (Mn4Energy project), for financial support. The Qu-Ant-EM microscope was partly funded by the Hercules fund from the Flemish Government. J.V. acknowledges funding from a GOA project 'Solarpaint' (University of Antwerp) and from the EU-H2020 programme (grant agreement No. 823717 – ESTEEM3). J.R.M. and T.A. acknowledge Generalitat de Catalunya for financial support through the CERCA Programme, 27 M2E (2017SGR1246) and by ERDEF-MINECO coordinated projects ENE2017-85087-C3 and ENE2016-80788-C5-5-R. Thanks are also due to Proff. Gloria Tabacchi and Ettore Fois (Department of Science and High Technology, Insubria University, Como, Italy) for valuable discussions and support. Dr. Daniele Valbusa, Dr. Gianluca Corrò, Dr. Andrea Gallo and Dr. Dileep Khrishnan are gratefully acknowledged for helpful technical assistance. | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:176718 | Serial | 6733 | ||
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Author | Fu, Y.; Ding, L.; Singleton, M.L.; Idrissi, H.; Hermans, S. | ||||
Title | Synergistic effects altering reaction pathways : the case of glucose hydrogenation over Fe-Ni catalysts | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2021 | Publication | Applied Catalysis B-Environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 288 | Issue | Pages | 119997 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Carbon black (CB) supported Ni, Fe, or Fe-Ni alloy catalysts were synthesized by sol-gel to elucidate the reaction pathways over each catalyst, as well as synergistic effects in glucose to sorbitol hydrogenation. The bimetallic materials presented small and alloyed nanoparticles that were richer in reduced metallic sites at the surface than their monometallic counterparts. Glucose isomerization to fructose was favoured over Fe/CB, while glucose hydrogenation to sorbitol is the dominating pathway over Ni/CB catalyst. By contrast, sorbitol production was promoted and undesired isomerization was suppressed when Fe and Ni formed a nanoalloy. In addition, the alloy catalyst presented better stability than the corresponding monometallic catalyst. A comparison with a mechanical mixture of Fe/CB and Ni/CB monometallic catalysts demonstrated the synergy at the nanoscale in the alloy. By comparing different Fe:Ni ratios, the 1:1 formulation was identified as the best compromise to achieve a high activity while maintaining high sorbitol selectivity. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000632996500002 | Publication Date | 2021-02-17 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446 | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:177621 | Serial | 6789 | ||
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Author | Mahadi, A.H.; Ye, L.; Fairclough, S.M.; Qu, J.; Wu, S.; Chen, W.; Papaioannou, E.; Ray, B.; Pennycook, T.J.; Haigh, S.J.; Young, N.P.; Tedsree, K.; Metcalfe, I.S.; Tsang, S.C.E. | ||||
Title | Beyond surface redox and oxygen mobility at pd-polar ceria (100) interface : underlying principle for strong metal-support interactions in green catalysis | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Applied Catalysis B-Environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 270 | Issue | Pages | 118843 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | When ceria is used as a support for many redox catalysis involved in green catalysis, it is well-known that the overlying noble metal can gain access to a significant quantity of oxygen atoms with high mobility and fast reduction and oxidation properties under mild conditions. However, it is as yet unclear what the underlying principle and the nature of the ceria surface involved are. By using two tailored morphologies of ceria nanocrystals, namely cubes and rods, it is demonstrated from Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy with Electron Energy Loss Spectroscopy (STEM-EELS) mapping and Pulse Isotopic Exchange (PIE) that ceria nano-cubes terminated with a polar surface (100) can give access to more than the top most layer of surface oxygen atoms. Also, they give higher oxygen mobility than ceria nanorods with a non-polar facet of (110). A new insight for the possible additional role of polar ceria surface plays in the oxygen mobility is obtained from Density Functional Theory (DFT) calculations which suggest that the (100) surface sites that has more than half-filled O on same plane can drive oxygen atoms to oxidise adsorbate(s) on Pd due to the strong electrostatic repulsion. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000526110500007 | Publication Date | 2020-03-04 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 22.1 | Times cited | Open Access | ||
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 22.1; 2020 IF: 9.446 | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:183959 | Serial | 6856 | ||
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Author | Van Hal, M.; Campos, R.; Lenaerts, S.; De Wael, K.; Verbruggen, S.W. | ||||
Title | Gas phase photofuel cell consisting of WO₃- and TiO₂-photoanodes and an air-exposed cathode for simultaneous air purification and electricity generation | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2021 | Publication | Applied Catalysis B-Environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 292 | Issue | Pages | 120204 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation); Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | Research has shown the potential of photofuel cells (PFCs) for waste water treatment, enabling the (partial) recovery of the energy released from the degraded compounds as electricity. Literature on PFCs targeting air pollution on the other hand is extremely scarce. In this work an autonomously operating air purification device targeting sustainable electricity generation is presented. Knowledge on gas phase operation of PFCs was gathered by combining photocatalytic and photoelectrochemical measurements, both for TiO2 and WO3-based photocatalysts. While TiO2-based photocatalysts performed better in direct photocatalytic experiments, they were outperformed by WO3-based photoanodes in all-gas-phase PFC operation. Not only do WO3-based photocatalysts generate the highest steady state photocurrent, they also achieved the highest fuel-to-electricity conversion (>65 %). The discrepancies between gas phase photocatalytic and photoelectrochemical processes highlight the difference in driving material properties. This study serves as a proof-of-concept towards development of an autonomous, low-cost and widely applicable waste gas-to-electricity PFC device. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000663216500001 | Publication Date | 2021-04-06 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | Open Access | OpenAccess | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446 | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:177075 | Serial | 7989 | ||
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Author | Seftel, E.M.; Popovici, E.; Mertens, M.; Stefaniak, E.A.; Van Grieken, R.; Cool, P.; Vansant, E.F. | ||||
Title | SnIV-containing layered double hydroxides as precursors for nano-sized ZnO/SnO2 photocatalysts | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2008 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 84 | Issue | 3/4 | Pages | 699-705 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Laboratory of adsorption and catalysis (LADCA); AXES (Antwerp X-ray Analysis, Electrochemistry and Speciation) | ||||
Abstract | Sn4+-containing LDH was prepared using the co-precipitation method at constant pH, and characterized using X-ray diffraction, UVvis diffuse reflectance spectroscopy and TG/DTG methods. The obtained product was further exposed to different thermal treatments in order to obtain nano-sized coupled ZnO/SnO2 systems with enhanced photocatalytic performances than the ones obtained by mixing the two semiconductor oxides. The formation of a well-defined ZnO/SnO2 system and the crystallite size, fully investigated using XRD, micro-Raman scattering and UVvis DR techniques, were found to be influenced by the nature of the precursors and the calcination temperature. The photocatalytic activity of the ZnO/SnO2 systems, evaluated for the photodegradation of methyl orange (MO) dye, was studied as a function of the initial pH, catalyst loading and the calcination temperature. The metal dispersion supplied by layered structures proved to be an advantage when preparing coupled ZnO/SnO2 systems, the photocatalytic activity being 2.3 times higher comparing with the physical mixtures performances. The maximum photocatalytic activity of the coupled ZnO/SnO2 system having a layered precursor was observed when using neutral pH, at a catalyst loading of 1 g/L calcined at 600 °C for 4 h. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000261123600046 | Publication Date | 2008-06-19 | |
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Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:72020 | Serial | 8651 | ||
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Author | Wang, J.; Zhang, K.; Mertens, M.; Bogaerts, A.; Meynen, V. | ||||
Title | Plasma-based dry reforming of methane in a dielectric barrier discharge reactor: Importance of uniform (sub)micron packings/catalysts to enhance the performance | Type | A1 Journal Article | ||
Year | 2023 | Publication | APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 337 | Issue | Pages | 122977 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal Article; Plasma, laser ablation and surface modeling Antwerp (PLASMANT) ; | ||||
Abstract | This study presents new insights on the effect of (sub)micrometer particle sized materials in plasma-based CO2- CH4 reforming by investigating the performance of SiO2 spheres (with/without supported metal) of varying particle sizes. (Sub)micron particles synthesized through the St¨ober method were used instead of (sub)millimeter particles employed in previous studies. Increasing particle size (from 120 nm to 2390 nm) was found to first increase and then decrease conversion and energy yield, with optimal performance achieved using 740 nm 5 wt% Ni loaded SiO2, which improved CO2 and CH4 conversion, and energy yield to 44%, 55%, and 0.271 mmol/kJ, respectively, compared to 20%, 27%, and 0.116 mmol/kJ in an empty reactor at the same flow rate. This is the first to achieve significant performance improvement in a fully packed reactor, highlighting the importance of selecting a suitable particle size. The findings can offer guidance towards rational design of catalysts for plasmabased reactions. |
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Language | Wos | 001056527600001 | Publication Date | 2023-06-09 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record | |
Impact Factor | 22.1 | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access | |
Notes | This work is supported by the China Scholarship Council (No. 201806060123); and the VLAIO Catalisti transition project CO2PERATE (HBC.2017.0692). K.Z acknowledges the EASiCHEM project funded by the Flemish Strategic Basic Research Program of the Catalisti cluster and Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship (HBC.2018.0484). | Approved | Most recent IF: 22.1; 2023 IF: 9.446 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @c:irua:196955 | Serial | 8797 | ||
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Author | Wang, J.; Zhang, K.; Mertens, M.; Bogaerts, A.; Meynen, V. | ||||
Title | Plasma-based dry reforming of methane in a dielectric barrier discharge reactor: Importance of uniform (sub)micron packings/catalysts to enhance the performance | Type | A1 Journal Article | ||
Year | 2023 | Publication | APPLIED CATALYSIS B-ENVIRONMENTAL | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 337 | Issue | Pages | 122977 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal Article; Plasma, laser ablation and surface modeling Antwerp (PLASMANT) ; | ||||
Abstract | This study presents new insights on the effect of (sub)micrometer particle sized materials in plasma-based CO2- CH4 reforming by investigating the performance of SiO2 spheres (with/without supported metal) of varying particle sizes. (Sub)micron particles synthesized through the St¨ober method were used instead of (sub)millimeter particles employed in previous studies. Increasing particle size (from 120 nm to 2390 nm) was found to first increase and then decrease conversion and energy yield, with optimal performance achieved using 740 nm 5 wt% Ni loaded SiO2, which improved CO2 and CH4 conversion, and energy yield to 44%, 55%, and 0.271 mmol/kJ, respectively, compared to 20%, 27%, and 0.116 mmol/kJ in an empty reactor at the same flow rate. This is the first to achieve significant performance improvement in a fully packed reactor, highlighting the importance of selecting a suitable particle size. The findings can offer guidance towards rational design of catalysts for plasmabased reactions. |
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Language | Wos | 001056527600001 | Publication Date | 2023-06-09 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record | |
Impact Factor | 22.1 | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access | |
Notes | This work is supported by the China Scholarship Council (No. 201806060123); and the VLAIO Catalisti transition project CO2PERATE (HBC.2017.0692). K.Z acknowledges the EASiCHEM project funded by the Flemish Strategic Basic Research Program of the Catalisti cluster and Flanders Innovation & Entrepreneurship (HBC.2018.0484). | Approved | Most recent IF: 22.1; 2023 IF: 9.446 | ||
Call Number | PLASMANT @ plasmant @c:irua:196955 | Serial | 8798 | ||
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Author | Van Daele, S.; Hintjens, L.; Hoekx, S.; Bohlen, B.; Neukermans, S.; Daems, N.; Hereijgers, J.; Breugelmans, T. | ||||
Title | How flue gas impurities affect the electrochemical reduction of CO₂ to CO and formate | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2024 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 341 | Issue | Pages | 123345-10 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Applied Electrochemistry & Catalysis (ELCAT); Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The electrochemical CO2 reduction offers a promising solution to convert waste CO2 into valuable products like CO and formate. However, CO2 capture and purification remains an energy intensive process and therefore the direct usage of industrially available waste CO2 streams containing SO2, NO and O2 impurities becomes more interesting. This work demonstrates an efficient (Faradaic efficiency > 90 %) and stable performance over 20 h with 200 ppm SO2 or NO in the feed gas stream. However, the addition of 1 % O2 to the CO2 feed causes a significant drop in Faradaic efficiency to C-products due to the competitive oxygen reduction reaction. A potential mitigation strategy is to operate at higher total current density to firstly reduce most O2 and achieve sufficient product output from CO2 reduction. These results aid in understanding the impact of flue gas impurities during CO2 electrolysis which is crucial for potentially bypassing the CO2 purification step. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 001102999000001 | Publication Date | 2023-10-01 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 22.1 | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 22.1; 2024 IF: 9.446 | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:199490 | Serial | 9044 | ||
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Author | Liu, J.; Hu, Z.-Y.; Peng, Y.; Huang, H.-W.; Li, Y.; Wu, M.; Ke, X.-X.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Su, B.-L. | ||||
Title | 2D ZnO mesoporous single-crystal nanosheets with exposed {0001} polar facets for the depollution of cationic dye molecules by highly selective adsorption and photocatalytic decomposition | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2016 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 181 | Issue | 181 | Pages | 138-145 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Two dimensional (2D) ZnO nanosheets are ideal system for dimensionally confined transport phenomenon investigation owing to specific surface atomic configuration. Therefore, 2D ZnO porous nanosheets with single-crystal nature and {0001} polar facets, likely display some specific physicochemical properties. In this work, for the first time, 2D ZnO mesoporous single-crystal nanosheets (ZnO-MSN) with {0001} polar facets have been designed and prepared via an intriguing colloidal templating approach through controlling the infiltration speed for the suspension of EG-capped ZnO nanoparticles and polymer colloids. The EG-capped ZnO nanoparticles are very helpful for single-crystal nanosheet formation, while the polymer colloids play dual roles on the mesoporosity generation and {0001} polar facets formation within the mesopores. Such special 2D structure not only accelerates the hole-electron separation and the electron transportation owing to the single-crystal nature, but also enhances the selective adsorption of organic molecules owing to the porous structure and the exposed {0001} polar facets with more O-termination (000-1) surfaces: the 2D ZnO-MSN shows highly selective adsorption and significantly higher photodegradation for positively charged rhodamine B than those for negatively charged methyl orange and neutral phenol, comparing with ZnO nanoparticles (ZnO-NP) and ZnO commercial nanoparticles (ZnO-CNP) with high surface areas. This work may shed some light on better understanding the synthesis of 2D porous single-crystal nanosheet with exposed polar surfaces and photocatalytic mechanism of nanostructured semiconductors in a mixed organic molecules system. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000364256000015 | Publication Date | 2015-08-01 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 60 | Open Access | |
Notes | 246791 Countatoms | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446 | ||
Call Number | c:irua:127638 c:irua:127638 c:irua:127638 | Serial | 10 | ||
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Author | Beyers, E.; Biermans, E.; Ribbens, S.; de Witte, K.; Mertens, M.; Meynen, V.; Bals, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Vansant, E.F.; Cool, P. | ||||
Title | Combined TiO2/SiO2 mesoporous photocatalysts with location and phase controllable TiO2 nanoparticles | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2009 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 88 | Issue | 3/4 | Pages | 515-524 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Laboratory of adsorption and catalysis (LADCA) | ||||
Abstract | Combined TiO2/SiO2 mesoporous materials were prepared by deposition of TiO2 nanoparticles synthesised via the acid-catalysed solgel method. In the first synthesis step a titania solution is prepared, by dissolving titaniumtetraisopropoxide in nitric acid. The influences of the initial titaniumtetraisopropoxide concentration and the temperature of dissolving on the final structural properties were investigated. In the second step of the synthesis, the titania nanoparticles were deposited on a silica support. Here, the influence of the temperature during deposition was studied. The depositions were carried out on two different mesoporous silica supports, SBA-15 and MCF, leading to substantial differences in the catalytic and structural properties. The samples were analysed with N2-sorption, X-ray diffraction (XRD), electron probe microanalysis (EPMA) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) to obtain structural information, determining the amount of titania, the crystal phase and the location of the titania particles on the mesoporous material (inside or outside the mesoporous channels). The structural differences of the support strongly determine the location of the nanoparticles and the subsequent photocatalytic activity towards the degradation of rhodamine 6G in aqueous solution under UV irradiation. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000266513400032 | Publication Date | 2008-10-29 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 69 | Open Access | |
Notes | Goa-Bof; Fwo | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446; 2009 IF: 5.252 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:77150 | Serial | 403 | ||
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Author | Xie, L.; Brault, P.; Coutanceau, C.; Bauchire, J.-M.; Caillard, A.; Baranton, S.; Berndt, J.; Neyts, E.C. | ||||
Title | Efficient amorphous platinum catalyst cluster growth on porous carbon : a combined molecular dynamics and experimental study | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2015 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 162 | Issue | 162 | Pages | 21-26 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | Amorphous platinum clusters supported on porous carbon have been envisaged for high-performance fuel cell electrodes. For this application, it is crucial to control the morphology of the Pt layer and the Ptsubstrate interaction to maximize activity and stability. We thus investigate the morphology evolution during Pt cluster growth on a porous carbon substrate employing atomic scale molecular dynamics simulations. The simulations are based on the Pt-C interaction potential using parameters derived from density functional theory and are found to yield a Pt cluster morphology similar to that observed in low loaded fuel cell electrodes prepared by plasma sputtering. Moreover, the simulations show amorphous Pt cluster growth in agreement with X-ray diffraction and transmission electron microscopy experiments on high performance low Pt content (10 μgPt cm−2) loaded fuel cell electrodes and provide a fundamental insight in the cluster growth mechanism. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000343686900003 | Publication Date | 2014-06-26 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 20 | Open Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446; 2015 IF: 7.435 | |||
Call Number | c:irua:117949 | Serial | 874 | ||
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Author | Somers, W.; Bogaerts, A.; van Duin, A.C.T.; Neyts, E.C. | ||||
Title | Interactions of plasma species on nickel catalysts : a reactive molecular dynamics study on the influence of temperature and surface structure | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2014 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 154 | Issue | Pages | 1-8 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | Methane reforming by plasma catalysis is a complex process that is far from understood. It requires a multidisciplinary approach which ideally takes into account all effects from the plasma on the catalyst, and vice versa. In this contribution, we focus on the interactions of CHx (x = {1,2,3}) radicals that are created in the plasma with several nickel catalyst surfaces. To this end, we perform reactive molecular dynamics simulations, based on the ReaxFF potential, in a wide temperature range of 4001600 K. First, we focus on the H2 formation as a function of temperature and surface structure. We observe that substantial H2 formation is obtained at 1400 K and above, while the role of the surface structure seems limited. Indeed, in the initial stage, the type of nickel surface influences the CH bond breaking efficiency of adsorbed radicals; however, the continuous carbon diffusion into the surface gradually diminishes the surface crystallinity and therefore reduces the effect of surface structure on the H2 formation probability. Furthermore, we have also investigated to what extent the species adsorbed on the catalyst surface can participate in surface reactions more in general, for the various surface structures and as a function of temperature. These results are part of the ongoing research on the methane reforming by plasma catalysis, a highly interesting yet complex alternative to conventional reforming processes. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000335098800001 | Publication Date | 2014-02-06 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 23 | Open Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446; 2014 IF: 7.435 | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:114607 | Serial | 1686 | ||
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Author | de Witte, K.; Meynen, V.; Mertens, M.; Lebedev, O.I.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Sepúlveda-Escribano, A.; Rodríguez-Reinoso, F.; Vansant, E.F.; Cool, P. | ||||
Title | Multi-step loading of titania on mesoporous silica: influence of the morphology and the porosity on the catalytic degradation of aqueous pollutants and VOC's | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2008 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 84 | Issue | 1/2 | Pages | 125-132 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Laboratory of adsorption and catalysis (LADCA) | ||||
Abstract | Titania nanoparticles have been deposited on inert porous silica supports with high specific surface area. These materials have potential applications in paint and textile industry as the titania particles selectively deposited on the inner surface of the silica supports act as a photocatalyst. The inert external surface is necessary to avoid photodegradation of the textile material or the paint components. The photocatalytic activity of the catalysts has been evaluated with two catalytic setups. One setup in aqueous phase, for the degradation of dyes such as rhodamine-6G, is commonly used. The second setup is a continuous flow gaseous phase setup which was used for the mineralization of ethanol as a representative volatile organic compound (VOC). The influence of the porosity and the morphology of the silica supports on the photocatalytic activity are discussed. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000260728300017 | Publication Date | 2008-04-08 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 24 | Open Access | |
Notes | Iwt 30916; Fwo | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446; 2008 IF: 4.853 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:68279 | Serial | 2213 | ||
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Author | Sheng, X.; Daems, N.; Geboes, B.; Kurttepeli, M.; Bals, S.; Breugelmans, T.; Hubin, A.; Vankelecom, I.F.J.; Pescarmona, P.P. | ||||
Title | N-doped ordered mesoporous carbons prepared by a two-step nanocasting strategy as highly active and selective electrocatalysts for the reduction of O2 to H2O2 | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2015 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 176-177 | Issue | 176-177 | Pages | 212-224 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Applied Electrochemistry & Catalysis (ELCAT) | ||||
Abstract | A new, two-step nanocasting method was developed to prepare N-doped ordered mesoporous carbon (NOMC) electrocatalysts for the reduction of O2 to H2O2. Our strategy involves the sequential pyrolysis of two inexpensive and readily available N and C precursors, i.e. aniline and dihydroxynaphthalene (DHN), inside the pores of a SBA-15 hard silica template to obtain N-doped graphitic carbon materials with well-ordered pores and high surface areas (764 and 877 m2g−1). By tuning the ratio of carbon sources to silica template, it was possible to achieve an optimal filling of the pores of the SBA-15 silica and to minimise carbon species outside the pores. These NOMC materials displayed outstanding electrocatalytic activity in the oxygen reduction reaction, achieving a remarkably enhanced kinetic current density compared to state-of-the-art N-doped carbon materials (−16.7 mA cm−2 at −0.35 V vs. Ag/AgCl in a 0.1 M KOH solution as electrolyte). The NOMC electrocatalysts showed high selectivity toward the two-electron reduction of oxygen to hydrogen peroxide and excellent long-term stability. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000356549200022 | Publication Date | 2015-04-05 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 111 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | 335078 Colouratom; ECAS_Sara; (ROMEO:green; preprint:; postprint:can ; pdfversion:cannot); | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446; 2015 IF: 7.435 | ||
Call Number | c:irua:125370 | Serial | 2246 | ||
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Author | Verbruggen, S.W.; Deng, S.; Kurttepeli, M.; Cott, D.J.; Vereecken, P.M.; Bals, S.; Martens, J.A.; Detavernier, C.; Lenaerts, S. | ||||
Title | Photocatalytic acetaldehyde oxidation in air using spacious TiO2 films prepared by atomic layer deposition on supported carbonaceous sacrificial templates | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2014 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 160 | Issue | Pages | 204-210 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | Supported carbon nanosheets and carbon nanotubes served as sacrificial templates for preparing spacious TiO2 photocatalytic thin films. Amorphous TiO2 was deposited conformally on the carbonaceous template material by atomic layer deposition (ALD). Upon calcination at 550 °C, the carbon template was oxidatively removed and the as-deposited continuous amorphous TiO2 layers transformed into interlinked anatase nanoparticles with an overall morphology commensurate to the original template structure. The effect of type of template, number of ALD cycles and gas residence time of pollutant on the photocatalytic activity, as well as the stability of the photocatalytic performance of these thin films was investigated. The TiO2 films exhibited excellent photocatalytic activity toward photocatalytic degradation of acetaldehyde in air as a model reaction for photocatalytic indoor air pollution abatement. Optimized films outperformed a reference film of commercial PC500. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000340687900024 | Publication Date | 2014-05-27 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 37 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | 335078 Colouratom; Iap-Pai P7/05; Fwo; ECAS_Sara; (ROMEO:green; preprint:; postprint:can ; pdfversion:cannot); | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446; 2014 IF: 7.435 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:117094 | Serial | 2608 | ||
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Author | Verbruggen, S.W.; Keulemans, M.; Filippousi, M.; Flahaut, D.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Lacombe, S.; Martens, J.A.; Lenaerts, S. | ||||
Title | Plasmonic goldsilver alloy on TiO2 photocatalysts with tunable visible light activity | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2014 | Publication | Applied catalysis : B : environmental | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal B-Environ |
Volume | 156 | Issue | Pages | 116-121 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Engineering sciences. Technology; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT); Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | Adaptation of the photoresponse of anatase TiO2 to match the solar spectrum is an important scientific challenge. Modification of TiO2 with noble metal nanoparticles displaying surface plasmon resonance effects is one of the promising approaches. Surface plasmon resonance typically depends on chemical composition, size, shape and spatial organization of the metal nanoparticles in contact with TiO2. AuxAg(1 − x) alloy nanoparticles display strong composition-dependent surface plasmon resonance in the visible light region of the spectrum. In this work, a general strategy is presented to prepare plasmonic TiO2-based photocatalysts with a visible light response that can be accurately tuned over a broad range of the spectrum. The application as self-cleaning material toward the degradation of stearic acid is demonstrated for a plasmonic TiO2 photocatalyst displaying visible light photoactivity at the intensity maximum of solar light around 490 nm. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000336013200014 | Publication Date | 2014-03-22 | |
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ISSN | 0926-3373; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 9.446 | Times cited | 84 | Open Access | |
Notes | Flanders(FWO); Methusalem | Approved | Most recent IF: 9.446; 2014 IF: 7.435 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:115552 | Serial | 2646 | ||
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Author | Van Aelst, J.; Philippaerts, A.; Turner, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Jacobs, P.; Sels, B. | ||||
Title | Heterogeneous conjugation of vegetable oil with alkaline treated highly dispersed Ru/USY catalysts | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2016 | Publication | Applied catalysis : A : general | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal A-Gen |
Volume | 526 | Issue | 526 | Pages | 172-182 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Heterogeneous metal catalysts enable the direct conjugation of linoleic acid tails in vegetable oil to their conjugated linoleic acid (CIA) isomers. CIA-enriched oils are useful as renewable feedstock for the chemical industry and as nutraceutical. Up to now, a solvent-free process for conjugated oils without significant formation of undesired hydrogenation products was not existing. This work shows the design of Ru/USY catalysts able to directly conjugate highly unsaturated vegetable oils such as safflower oil in absence of solvent and hydrogen. Key is fast molecular transport of the bulky reagent and reactive product triglycerides in the zeolite crystal. A two-step zeolite post-synthetic treatment (with NH4OH and acetate salt) was applied to create the necessary mesoporosity. More open zeolite structures allow for a faster conjugation reaction, while securing a fast removal of the reactive conjugated triglycerides, otherwise rapidly deactivating through fouling and pore blockage by polymers. The best Ru/USY catalyst in this contribution is capable of producing exceptionally high yields of conjugated oils, containing up to almost 30 wt% conjugated fatty acid tails in safflower oil, at an initial production rate of 328 g(CLA) mL(-1) h(-1) per gram metal catalyst. (C) 2016 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000384865600021 | Publication Date | 2016-09-03 | |
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ISSN | 0926-860x | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 4.339 | Times cited | 1 | Open Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.339 | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:137242 | Serial | 4383 | ||
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Author | van der Graaf, W.N.P.; Tempelman, C.H.L.; Hendriks, F.C.; Ruiz-Martinez, J.; Bals, S.; Weckhuysen, B.M.; Pidko, E.A.; Hensen, E.J.M. | ||||
Title | Deactivation of Sn-Beta during carbohydrate conversion | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2018 | Publication | Applied catalysis : A : general | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal A-Gen |
Volume | 564 | Issue | 564 | Pages | 113-122 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The deactivation of Sn-Beta zeolite catalyst during retro-aldolization and isomerization of glucose is investigated. Confocal fluorescence microscopy reveals that retro-aldolization of glucose in CH3OH at 160 degrees C is accompanied with the build-up of insoluble oligomeric deposits in the micropores, resulting in a rapid catalyst deactivation. These deposits accumulate predominantly in the outer regions of the zeolite crystals, which points to mass transport limitations. Glucose isomerization in water is not only accompanied by the formation of insoluble deposits in the micropores, but also by the structural degradation of the zeolite due to desilication and destannation. Enhanced and sustained catalytic performance can be achieved by using ethanol/water mixtures as the reaction solvent instead of water. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000443669800012 | Publication Date | 2018-07-21 | |
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ISSN | 0926-860x | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 4.339 | Times cited | 25 | Open Access | OpenAccess |
Notes | ; This work was performed in the framework of the CatchBio programme and the Joint Scientific Thematic Research Programme funded by the The Netherlands Organization for Scientific Research (NWO) and the Chinese Ministry of Science and Technology. J.R.M. acknowledges the Dutch Science Foundation (NWO) for his personal VENI grant. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.339 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:153715UA @ admin @ c:irua:153715 | Serial | 5088 | ||
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Author | Nematollahi, P.; Neyts, E.C. | ||||
Title | Direct oxidation of methane to methanol on Co embedded N-doped graphene: Comparing the role of N₂O and O₂ as oxidants | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2020 | Publication | Applied Catalysis A-General | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal A-Gen |
Volume | 602 | Issue | Pages | 117716-10 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Plasma Lab for Applications in Sustainability and Medicine – Antwerp (PLASMANT) | ||||
Abstract | In this work, the effects of N-doping into the Co-doped single vacancy (Co-SV-G) and di-vacancy graphene flake (Co-dV-G) are investigated and compared toward direct oxidation of methane to methanol (DOMM) employing two different oxidants (N2O and O-2) using density functional theory (DFT) calculation. We found that DOMM on CoN3-G utilizing the N2O molecule as oxygen-donor proceeds via a two-step reaction with low activation energies. In addition, we found that although CoN3-G might be a good catalyst for methane conversion, it can also catalyze the oxidation of methanol to CO2 and H2O due to the required low activation barriers. Moreover, the adsorption behaviors of CHx (x = 0-4) species and dehydrogenation of CHx (x = 1-4) species on CoN3-G are investigated. We concluded that CoN3-G can be used as an efficient catalyst for DOMM and N-2O reduction at ambient conditions which may serve as a guide for fabricating effective C/N catalysts in energy-related devices. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000554006800046 | Publication Date | 2020-06-27 | |
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ISSN | 0926-860x | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 5.5 | Times cited | Open Access | ||
Notes | ; This work was performed with the financial support from the Doctoral Fund of the Antwerp University (NO. BOFLP33099). All the simulations are performed on resources provided by the high-performance computing center of Antwerp University. ; | Approved | Most recent IF: 5.5; 2020 IF: 4.339 | ||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:171219 | Serial | 6485 | ||
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Author | Wang, Y.-T.; Wu, S.-M.; Luo, G.-Q.; Tian, G.; Wang, L.-Y.; Xiao, S.-T.; Wu, J.-X.; Wu, A.; Wu, K.-J.; Lenaerts, S.; Yang, X.-Y. | ||||
Title | A core-shell confined Pd@TS-1 @meso-SiO2 catalyst and its synergy effect on styrene oxidation | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2023 | Publication | Applied catalysis : A : general | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 650 | Issue | Pages | 119016-6 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | Dual active sites from acidic zeolite and Pd are not only capable of catalyzing multiple type of reactions, but could also generate unique functions owing to the synergy between metals and acidic sites. However, there are only a few reports on the investigation of the synergy of acid/Pd dual sites in TS-1. Herein, TS-1 confined Pd catalyst with mesoporous silica shell (Pd@TS-1 @meso-SiO2) has been successfully synthesized and its synergy effect contributes to the enhanced conversion rate (19.2%) and selectivity (74.7%) on styrene oxidation. The interaction between Pd and TS-1 has been investigated by EPR and 1H NMR techniques, the experimental measurements show an obvious change in the signal distribution of weakly acidic terminal hydroxyls and hydrogen-bonding silanols. The schematic illustration of selective styrene oxidation in the model of Pd@TS-1 @meso-SiO2 is proposed to clarify the synergistic effect on styrene oxidation between TS-1 and Pd nanoparticles at an atomic-/nanoscale. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 001015700000001 | Publication Date | 2022-12-28 | |
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ISSN | 0926-860x | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 5.5 | Times cited | Open Access | Not_Open_Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 5.5; 2023 IF: 4.339 | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:197805 | Serial | 8826 | ||
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Author | Geukens, I.; Vermoortele, F.; Meledina, M.; Turner, S.; Van Tendeloo, G.; De Vos, D.E. | ||||
Title | Ag nanoparticles on mixed Al2O3-Ga2O3 supports as catalysts for the N-alkylation of amines with alcohols | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2014 | Publication | Applied catalysis : A : general | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal A-Gen |
Volume | 469 | Issue | Pages | 373-379 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | The combination of AgNO3 with NaH results in Ag nanoparticles that can selectively perform alcohol aminations under mild reaction conditions (110 °C). NaH not only serves as a reducing agent for the Ag salt, but also activates the alcohol for dehydrogenation to the corresponding ketone/aldehyde. The stability of the particles can be improved by immobilizing them onto mixed Al2O3Ga2O3 supports; the combination of Ga and Al provides materials with stronger Lewis acidic sites compared to pure alumina or gallium oxide supports. This leads to catalysts with enhanced activities, without the necessity of adding external Lewis acids. Detailed TEM characterization also reveals a close interaction between the Ag NPs and the gallium oxide phase. The obtained catalysts are recyclable and show activity for the alcohol amination using a variety of aliphatic and aromatic amines under mild conditions. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000329266500045 | Publication Date | 2013-10-10 | |
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ISSN | 0926-860X; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 4.339 | Times cited | 24 | Open Access | |
Notes | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.339; 2014 IF: 3.942 | |||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:111095 | Serial | 83 | ||
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Author | Zhao, Q.; Lorenz, H.; Turner, S.; Lebedev, O.I.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Rameshan, C.; Klötzer, B.; Konzett, J.; Penner, S. | ||||
Title | Catalytic characterization of pure SnO2 and GeO2 in methanol steam reforming | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2010 | Publication | Applied catalysis : A : general | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal A-Gen |
Volume | 375 | Issue | 2 | Pages | 188-195 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Structural changes of a variety of different SnO, SnO2 and GeO2 catalysts upon reduction in hydrogen were correlated with associated catalytic changes in methanol steam reforming. Studied systems include SnO, SnO2 and GeO2 thin film model catalysts prepared by vapour phase deposition and growth on polycrystalline NaCl surfaces and, for comparison, the corresponding pure oxide powder catalysts. Reduction of both the SnO2 thin film and powder at around 673 K in 1 bar hydrogen leads to a substantial reduction of the bulk structure and yields a mixture of SnO2 and metallic β-Sn. On the powder catalyst this transformation is fully reversible upon oxidation in 1 bar O2 at 673 K. Strongly reduced thin films, however, can only be re-transformed to SnO2 if the reduction temperature did not exceed 573 K. For GeO2, the situation is more complex due to its polymorphism. Whereas the tetragonal phase is structurally stable during reduction, oxidation or catalytic reaction, a small part of the hexagonal phase is always transformed into the tetragonal at 673 K independent of the gas phase used. SnO2 is highly active and CO2 selective in methanol steam reforming, but the initial high activity drops considerably upon reduction between 373 and 573 K and almost complete catalyst deactivation is observed after reduction at 673 K, which is associated with the parallel formation of β-Sn. In close correlation to the structural results, the catalytic activity and selectivity can be restored upon an oxidative catalyst regeneration at 673 K. Tetragonal GeO2 exhibits only a small activity and no pronounced selectivity to either CO or CO2, at least after reduction. In its fully oxidized state release of surface/lattice oxygen results in a non-catalytic formation of CO2 by oxidation of CO originating from catalytic dehydrogenation. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000275580600002 | Publication Date | 2010-01-15 | |
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ISSN | 0926-860X; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 4.339 | Times cited | 20 | Open Access | |
Notes | Esteem 026019 | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.339; 2010 IF: 3.384 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:81741 | Serial | 292 | ||
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Author | Lorenz, H.; Zhao, Q.; Turner, S.; Lebedev, O.I.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Kloetzer, B.; Rameshan, C.; Pfaller, K. | ||||
Title | Origin of different deactivation of Pd/SnO2 and Pd/GeO2 catalysts in methanol dehydrogenation and reforming: a comparative study | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2010 | Publication | Applied catalysis : A : general | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal A-Gen |
Volume | 381 | Issue | 1/2 | Pages | 242-252 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Pd particles supported on SnO2 and GeO2 have been structurally investigated by X-ray diffraction, (High-Resolution) transmission and scanning electron microscopy after different reductive treatments to monitor the eventual formation of bimetallic phases and catalytically tested in methanol dehydrogenation/ reforming. For both oxides this included a thin film sample with well-defined Pd particles and a powder catalyst prepared by incipient wetness impregnation. The hexagonal and the tetragonal polymorph were studied for powder GeO2. Pd2Ge formation was observed on all GeO2-supported catalysts, strongly depending on the specific sample used. Reduction of the thin film at 573K resulted in full transformation into the bimetallic state. The partial solubility of hexagonal GeO2 in water and its thermal structural instability yielded Pd2Ge formation at 473 K, at the cost of a structurally inhomogeneous support and Ge metal formation at higher reduction temperatures. Pd on tetragonal GeO2 entered a state of strong metalsupport interaction after reduction at 573673 K, resulting in coalescing Pd2Ge particles on a sintered and re-crystallized support, apparently partially covering the bimetallic particles and decreasing the catalytic activity. Pd2Ge on amorphous thin film and hexagonal GeO2 converted methanol primarily via dehydrogenation to CO and H2. At 573 K, formation of Pd2Sn and also PdSn occurred on the Pd/SnO2 thin film. Pd3Sn2 (and to some extent Pd2Sn) were predominantly obtained on the respective powder catalyst. Strong deactivation with increasing reduction temperature was observed, likely not based on the classical strong metalsupport interaction effect, but rather on a combination of missing active structural ensembles on Sn-enriched bimetallic phases and the formation of metallic -Sn. Correlations to Pd and its bimetallics supported on ZnO, Ga2O3 and In2O3 were also discussed. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000279100700029 | Publication Date | 2010-04-26 | |
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ISSN | 0926-860X; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 4.339 | Times cited | 14 | Open Access | |
Notes | Esteem 026019 | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.339; 2010 IF: 3.384 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:83927 | Serial | 2522 | ||
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Author | Lorenz, H.; Turner, S.; Lebedev, O.I.; Van Tendeloo, G.; Klötzer, B.; Rameshan, C.; Pfaller, K.; Penner, S. | ||||
Title | Pd-In2O3 interaction due to reduction in hydrogen: consequences for methanol steam reforming | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2010 | Publication | Applied catalysis : A : general | Abbreviated Journal | Appl Catal A-Gen |
Volume | 374 | Issue | 1/2 | Pages | 180-188 |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Electron microscopy for materials research (EMAT) | ||||
Abstract | Two different Pd/In2O3 samples including a thin film model catalyst with well-defined Pd particles grown on NaCl(0 0 1) supports and a powder catalyst prepared by an impregnation technique are examined by electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction and catalytic measurements in methanol steam reforming in order to correlate the formation of different oxide-supported bimetallic PdIn phases with catalytic activity and selectivity. A PdIn shell around the Pd particles is observed on the thin film catalyst after embedding the Pd particles in In2O3 at 300 K, likely because alloying to PdIn and oxidation to In2O3 are competing processes. Increased PdIn bimetallic formation is observed up to 573 K reduction temperature until at 623 K the film stability limit in hydrogen is reached. Oxidative treatments at 573 K lead to decomposition of PdIn and to the formation of an In2O3 shell covering the Pd particles, which irreversibly changes the activity and selectivity pattern to clean In2O3. PdIn and Pd2In3 phases are obtained on the powder catalyst after reduction at 573 K and 673 K, respectively. Only CO2-selective methanol steam reforming is observed in the reduction temperature range between 473 K and 573 K. After reduction at 673 K encapsulation of the bimetallic particles by crystalline In2O3 suppresses CO2 formation and only activity and selectivity of clean In2O3 are measured. | ||||
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Publisher | Place of Publication | Amsterdam | Editor | ||
Language | Wos | 000274869900023 | Publication Date | 2009-12-18 | |
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ISSN | 0926-860X; | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | 4.339 | Times cited | 55 | Open Access | |
Notes | Esteem 026019 | Approved | Most recent IF: 4.339; 2010 IF: 3.384 | ||
Call Number | UA @ lucian @ c:irua:81801 | Serial | 3553 | ||
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Author | Rezaei, M.; Saey, T.; Seuntjens, P.; Joris, I.; Boenne, W.; Van Meirvenne, M.; Cornelis, W. | ||||
Title | Predicting saturated hydraulic conductivity in a sandy grassland using proximally sensed apparent electrical conductivity | Type | A1 Journal article | ||
Year | 2016 | Publication | Journal of applied geophysics | Abbreviated Journal | |
Volume | 126 | Issue | Pages | 35-41 | |
Keywords | A1 Journal article; Sustainable Energy, Air and Water Technology (DuEL) | ||||
Abstract | Finding a correspondence between soil hydraulic properties, such as saturated hydraulic conductivity (Ks) and apparent electrical conductivity (ECa) as an easily measurable parameter, may be a way forward to estimate the spatial distribution of hydraulic properties at the field scale. In this study, the spatial distributions of Ks, of soil ECa measured by a DUALEM-21S sensor and of soil physical properties were investigated in a sandy grassland. To predict field scale Ks, the statistical relationship between co-located soil Ks, and EMI-ECa was evaluated. Results demonstrated the large spatial variability of all studied properties with Ks being the most variable one (CV = 86.21%) followed by ECa (CV >= 53.77%). A significant negative correlation was found between In-transformed Ks and ECa (r = 0.83; P <= 0.01) at two depths of exploration (0-50 and 0-100 cm). This site specific relation between In Ks and ECa was used to predict saturated hydraulic conductivity over 0-50 cm depth for the whole field. The empirical relation was validated using an independent dataset of measured Ks. The statistical results demonstrate the robustness of this empirical relation with mean estimation error MEE = 0.46 (cm h(-1)), root-mean-square estimation errors RMSEE = 0.74 (cm h(-1)), coefficient of determination r(2) = 0.67 and coefficient of model efficiency Ce = 0.64. The relationship was then used to produce a detailed map of Ks for the whole field. The result will allow model predictions of spatially distributed water content in view of irrigation management. (C) 2016 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved. | ||||
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Language | Wos | 000371361200004 | Publication Date | 2016-01-17 | |
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ISSN | 0926-9851 | ISBN | Additional Links | UA library record; WoS full record; WoS citing articles | |
Impact Factor | Times cited | Open Access | |||
Notes | Approved | no | |||
Call Number | UA @ admin @ c:irua:132349 | Serial | 8403 | ||
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