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Tiny Tubes and Rods Show Promise as Catalysts, Sunscreen

09-10-2007 · Brookhaven National Laboratory

Brookhaven scientists have developed new ways to make or modify nanorods and nanotubes of titanium oxide, a material used in a variety of industrial and medical applications. The methods and new titanium oxide materials may lead to improved catalysts for hydrogen production, more efficient solar cells, and more protective sunscreens.

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