| A high performance
desulfurization catalyst that can potentially extend the life of fuel cells
and decrease their size has been created by a research group backed by
Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
The consortium, led by Taiyo Oil,
used a sputtering technique to develop the nickel-supported alumina catalyst.
The material can completely remove
carbonyl sulfide, a capability currently not offered by traditional nickel
based catalysts.
Other members of the consortium are
Hagio Koatsu Yoki, Uzushio Electric, and research group from the University
of Ehime.

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