The future of catalytic engineering lies in addressing current challenges and exploring new frontiers:
Nanotechnology: The use of nanoparticles and nanostructured materials can enhance catalyst performance by increasing active surface area and improving stability. Biocatalysis: Enzymes and other biological catalysts offer high specificity and operate under mild conditions, making them attractive for sustainable processes. Artificial Intelligence: Machine learning and AI can accelerate catalyst design and optimization by predicting performance and guiding experimental efforts. Renewable Energy: Catalysts are crucial for the development of renewable energy technologies, such as fuel cells, hydrogen production, and carbon capture and utilization.
