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Abstract

This work completes our review of the latest progress in single atom alloy (SAA) catalysis and its applications. We provide an overview of conventional and emerging applications as well as perspectives on scalability and potential manufacturing routes. Lastly, we discuss the challenges and opportunities in SAAs, when moving towards industrial exploitation and realising the benefits offered by SAAs beyond laboratory-based research.

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Exploration of Single Atom Alloy Catalysis for Industrial Applications: Part II
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