Magnetic nanoparticles entrapped in siliceous mesocellular foam: A new catalyst support

Su Seong Lee*, Siti Nurhanna Riduan, Nandanan Erathodiyil, Jaehong Lim, Jian Liang Cheong, Junhoe Cha, Yu Han, Jackie Y. Ying

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Abstract

γ-Fe 2O 3 nanoparticles were formed inside the cage-like pores of mesocellular foam (MCF). These magnetic nanoparticles showed a uniform size distribution that could be easily controlled by the MCF pore size, as well as by the hydrocarbon chain length used for MCF surface modification. Throughout the entrapment process, the pore structure and surface area of the MCF remained intact. The resulting magnetic MCF facilitated the immobilization of biocatalysts, homogeneous catalysts, and nanoclusters. Moreover, the MCF allowed for facile catalyst recovery by using a simple magnet. The supported catalysts exhibited excellent catalytic efficiencies that were comparable to their homogeneous counterparts.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)7394-7403
Number of pages10
JournalChemistry - A European Journal
Volume18
Issue number24
DOIs
StatePublished - Jun 11 2012

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Keywords

  • catalyst supports
  • foams
  • magnetic properties
  • mesoporous materials
  • nanoparticles

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Catalysis
  • Organic Chemistry

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