What Are the Challenges in Catalytic Material Development?
Despite the advancements, several challenges remain in the development of new catalytic materials:
1. Stability: Ensuring long-term stability and resistance to deactivation under reaction conditions. 2. Selectivity: Achieving high selectivity for desired products while minimizing by-products. 3. Scalability: Developing scalable synthesis methods that are cost-effective and environmentally friendly. 4. Deactivation: Understanding and mitigating the causes of catalyst deactivation, such as coking and sintering.
