What Are Some Recent Trends in Catalysis Highlighted by CSN?
Recent trends in catalysis highlighted by CSN include:
- Sustainable Catalysis: Research focused on developing catalysts for renewable energy production, such as biofuels and hydrogen, and for processes that minimize environmental impact. - Nanocatalysis: The use of nanomaterials to create more efficient and selective catalysts with enhanced performance characteristics. - Computational Catalysis: The application of computational methods and machine learning to predict catalyst behavior and design new catalytic materials. - Heterogeneous Catalysis: Advances in solid catalysts that facilitate reactions in various industrial processes, from petrochemical refining to pharmaceuticals. - Biocatalysis: The use of enzymes and other biological molecules as catalysts for chemical reactions, offering environmentally friendly alternatives to traditional catalysts.
