We describe the design and synthesis of a CuPt core-shell electrocatalysts with well-defined, tunable morphology and composition. Electron microscopy and Brunauer-Emmett-Teller (BET) surface analysis indicate our catalysts have extremely high porosity, which acts to maximize mass transport, increase active surface area, and minimize the overall precious metal content.  High methanol, ethanol and formic acid oxidation rates were obtained on The Cu@Pt catalysts in addition to lower carbonaceous poisoning compared to commercial Pt/C catalysts.

Alcohol oxidation electrocatalysis on CuPt core-shell nanostructures

247th National Meeting (2014)

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