Mechanism for enhancing dispersion of Co₃O₄ nanoparticles in Co/SiO₂ Fischer–Tropsch synthesis catalyst by adding glycol to impregnating solution: a quick-XAFS study

In situ Co K-edge quick-XAFS coupled with temperature-programmed oxidation has revealed the importance of the Co oxide–polymer interaction during calcination in enhancing Co dispersion of the glycol modified Co/SiO₂ Fischer–Tropsch synthesis catalyst.