The presence of DBTs in fossil fuels leads to the emission of sulfur oxides (SOx) upon combustion, which are harmful to the environment and human health. Therefore, the removal of sulfur, particularly from DBTs, is crucial for producing cleaner fuels. Catalysis plays a vital role in the process of hydrodesulfurization (HDS), which is the primary method used in the petroleum industry to remove sulfur from crude oil fractions.
