
#61Chemistry & Material ScienceFront Page28 January 2026
The Power of Three: Why Clusters Outperform Solitary Atoms in Lithium-Sulfur Batteries
While single-atom catalysts offer precision, they often struggle with the complex, multi-stage reactions required for sulfur-based energy storage. A new study demonstrates that grouping molybdenum atoms into triangular clusters creates a cooperative effect, allowing the catalyst to adapt to various sulfur intermediates and significantly extend battery lifespan.
By Zhao, Meng, Tang, Cai, He, Wen, Cao