Three-dimensional highly branched Pd3Cu alloy multipods as enhanced electrocatalysts for formic acid oxidation

Abstract

Pd₃Cu alloy multipod nanocrystals are synthesized via a facile polyol reduction method without addition of any other surfactants and additives. The Pd₃Cu alloy multipods exhibit a three-dimensional (3D) highly branched morphology which are constructed by arthrogenous branches jointed together at the center. Owing to the superior 3D multipod nanostructure, the Pd₃Cu alloy presents remarkably enhanced catalytic performance toward formic acid oxidation.