In this paper we will review the state-of-the-art in the application of shape-controlled metal
nanoparticles in Electrocatalysis, especially in reactions of interest in PEMFCs such as …

Platinum‐based catalytic materials have received significant attention, particularly in the
shape and size control of faceted materials for catalysis. More recently, there has been a …

Shape-control synthesis of metallic nanocrystals (NCs) has received extensive interest ever
since the catalytic performances of nanoparticles (NPs) were found to be strongly related …

The electrochemical and electrocatalytic behaviour of silver nanoprisms, nanospheres and
nanocubes of comparable size in an alkaline medium have been investigated to ascertain …

Since many metallic nanostructures with different shapes exhibit unique chemical and
physical properties, a systematic attempt to synthesize these shape-controlled structures for …

The introduction of metallic traces into the synthesis of platinum nanocrystals (Pt NCs) has
been investigated as a surfactant-independent means of controlling shape. Various …

Direct formic acid fuel cells (DFAFCs) are potential candidates as power sources for various
applications, especially in portable electronics and medical diagnostic devices. Though they …

The photocatalytic behaviors of ZnO nanoparticles have been intensively studied recently.
However, the photocatalytic efficiency of pure ZnO nanoparticles always suffers from the …

The exploration of nanomaterials as catalysts for hydrogen and oxygen evolution is highly
desirable for renewable and clean energy applications. We have obtained highly efficient …

With a square wave electrochemical reduction method, Pd single-crystal nanothorns (Pd
NTs) are prepared at room temperature, without template or surfactant. By varying the …