What are the challenges in the field of catalysis?
Despite significant advancements, the field of catalysis faces several challenges. One of the primary issues is the deactivation of catalysts over time due to sintering, poisoning, or leaching. This leads to reduced efficiency and increased costs. Additionally, the design of catalysts that can achieve high selectivity and activity for specific reactions remains a complex task. The scalability of lab-based catalytic processes to industrial levels without compromising performance is another significant challenge.
