What Are Some Key Research Areas at MPI CEC Related to Catalysis?
MPI CEC covers several key research areas in catalysis:
1. Homogeneous Catalysis: This area focuses on catalysts that are in the same phase as the reactants, typically in a solution. Researchers investigate the mechanisms of catalytic reactions to design more efficient and selective catalysts.
2. Heterogeneous Catalysis: This involves catalysts that are in a different phase than the reactants, often solid catalysts with gaseous or liquid reactants. The research aims to develop new materials and understand the surface processes that drive catalytic reactions.
3. Bioinspired Catalysis: Inspired by natural enzymes, this research seeks to develop synthetic catalysts that mimic the efficiency and specificity of biological systems. This includes studying metalloenzymes and creating artificial enzymes.
