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In-situ Scanning Transmission X-Ray Microscopy of Catalytic Solids and Related Nanomaterials

Journal Article · · ChemPhysChem
The present status of in-situ scanning transmission X-ray microscopy (STXM) is reviewed, with an emphasis on the abilities of the STXM technique in comparison with electron microscopy. The experimental aspects and interpretation of X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS) are briefly introduced and the experimental boundary conditions that determine the potential applications for in-situ XAS and in-situ STXM studies are discussed. Nanoscale chemical imaging of catalysts under working conditions is outlined using cobalt and iron Fischer-Tropsch catalysts as showcases. In the discussion, we critically compare STXM-XAS and STEM-EELS (scanning transmission electron microscopy-electron energy loss spectroscopy) measurements and indicate some future directions of in-situ nanoscale imaging of catalytic solids and related nanomaterials.
Research Organization:
Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) National Synchrotron Light Source
Sponsoring Organization:
DOE - OFFICE OF SCIENCE
DOE Contract Number:
AC02-98CH10886
OSTI ID:
1020089
Report Number(s):
BNL--95938-2011-JA
Journal Information:
ChemPhysChem, Journal Name: ChemPhysChem Journal Issue: 5 Vol. 11; ISSN CPCHFT; ISSN 1439-4235
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English