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title: New Core-shell Catalyst for Ethanol Fuel Cells
description: Scientists have developed a highly efficient catalyst for generating electrical energy from ethanol. Ethanol, usually made from corn, is easy to make and store. The catalyst makes ethanol a high-density source of off-the-grid power, and may also enable applications such as liquid fuel-cell-powered drones.
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# [New Core-shell Catalyst for Ethanol Fuel Cells](https://northerncal.swagelok.com/blog/new-core-shell-catalyst-for-ethanol-fuel-cells)

 Written by [Jeff Hopkins](https://northerncal.swagelok.com/blog/author/jeff-hopkins) | 9/30/19 4:00 PM

Scientists have developed a highly efficient catalyst for generating electrical energy from ethanol. Ethanol, usually made from corn, is easy to make and store. The catalyst makes ethanol **a high-density source of off-the-grid power**, and may also enable applications such as liquid fuel-cell-powered drones.

[Read the full article on* Science Daily *→](https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/06/190607140433.htm)

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