Synthesis of Au/Pd bimetallic nanoparticles and their application in the Suzuki coupling reaction

This communication reports on the synthesis and use of Au/Pd bimetallic nanoparticles, as separable catalysts for ligand-free Suzuki coupling reactions. This method has the advantages of high yields, elimination of homogeneous catalysts, green reaction conditions, simple methodology and easy work up. Catalytic efficiency remains unaltered even after several repeated cycles. The catalyst was characterized using the SEM and EDS. (C) 2014 The Korean Society of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry. Published by Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.