In situ EPR investigations of radicals in (electro)catalysis

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Numerous chemical reactions involve oxidation or reduction and proceed via radical intermediates, and a detailed understanding of their mechanism can result in a better design of catalysts, including biomimetic systems based on redox-active enzymes. Despite the success of film electrochemistry and electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR) spectroscopy to investigate the reaction thermodynamics/kinetics and nature/structure of radical intermediates, respectively, until recently the combination of the two techniques had not been explored. Building on proof of concept studies, this project will harness the full potential of film-electrochemical EPR by investigating novel electrode materials and applying and designing new spectroscopic methods.