Co/Co3O4/C-N, a novel nanostructure and excellent catalytic system for the oxygen reduction reaction

Co/Co3O4/C-N electrocatalyst: a novel nanostructure of an interconnected nitrogen-doped carbon framework with Co/Co3O4 nanoparticles was prepared. It shows excellent catalytic ability, stability and tolerance to methanol poisoning effects in the alkaline media for the oxygen reduction reaction.