Ionic Liquid Catalyst for Hydrogen Fuel Cells and Artificial Photosynthesis

Research and education

A process being researched to replicate natural photosynthesis for the production of alternative fuels like hydrogen. It aims to give alternative fuels the strength needed to break the world's reliance on fossil fuels.

A chemical compound that functions as a catalyst in hydrogen fuel cells and enables artificial photosynthesis for CO₂ conversion into carbon-based chemicals and fuel.

Electrochemical devices that convert hydrogen and oxygen into electricity to power electric motors in aircraft.

Illinois

Research by University of Illinois scientists to develop and test an ionic liquid catalyst for hydrogen fuel cells and artificial photosynthesis applications, including CO₂ conversion to usable fuel.

A newly discovered chemical compound that functions as a catalyst in hydrogen fuel cells and enables artificial photosynthesis for converting CO₂ into carbon-based chemicals and usable fuel.