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Alkane metathesis
Organoiridium complexes catalyze the dehydrogenation of alkanes and alkyl groups, a transformation with tremendous potential applicability. For example, alkane dehydrogenation in tandem with olefin metathesis results in alkane metathesis. This process may be applicable to Fischer-Tropsch product mixtures, to increase the overall yield of transportation fuel from carbon sources including coal and biomass.
Link to Science 2006, 312, 257
National Geographic News
ScientificAmerican.com
For more information see Prof. Goldman´s web page.
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