What are the recent advancements in catalyst development?
Recent advancements in catalyst development focus on enhancing activity, selectivity, and stability. Innovations such as nanostructured catalysts, single-atom catalysts, and enzyme-mimicking catalysts have emerged. These materials offer higher surface areas and active sites, leading to improved reaction rates and product yields. The development of heterogeneous catalysts with tailored pore structures has also enabled better control over reaction pathways.
