Aqueous‐Phase Fischer–Tropsch Synthesis with a Ruthenium Nanocluster Catalyst

Abstract

No need for support: An aqueous-phase Fischer–Tropsch synthesis with a high turnover frequency of 12.9 h−1 has been realized over a ruthenium nanocluster catalyst (with particle diameter of 2.0 nm) at 150 °C. This catalyst, in the absence of any support, achieves an activity that exceeds those of conventional supported catalysts. Supporting information for this article is available on the WWW under http://www.wiley-vch.de/contents/jc_2002/2008/z703481_s.pdf or from the author. Please note: The publisher is not responsible for the content or functionality of any supporting information supplied by the authors. Any queries (other than missing content) should be directed to the corresponding author for the article.