Issue 20, 2015

Nanosized microporous crystals: emerging applications

Abstract

This review highlights recent developments in the synthesis and unconventional applications of nanosized microporous crystals including framework (zeolites) and layered (clays) type materials. Owing to their microporous nature nanosized zeolites and clays exhibit novel properties, different from those of bulk materials. The factors controlling the formation of nanosized microporous crystals are first revised. The most promising approaches from the viewpoint of large-scale production of nanosized zeolites and clays are discussed in depth. The preparation and advanced applications of nanosized zeolites and clays in free (suspension and powder forms) and fixed (films) forms are summarized. Further the review emphasises the non-conventional applications of new porous materials. A comprehensive analysis of the emerging applications of microporous nanosized crystals in the field of semiconductor industry, optical materials, chemical sensors, medicine, cosmetics, and food industry is presented. Finally, the future needs and perspectives of nanosized microporous materials (zeolites and clays) are addressed.

Graphical abstract: Nanosized microporous crystals: emerging applications

Article information

Article type
Review Article
Submitted
09 mrt 2015
First published
18 mei 2015

Chem. Soc. Rev., 2015,44, 7207-7233

Nanosized microporous crystals: emerging applications

S. Mintova, M. Jaber and V. Valtchev, Chem. Soc. Rev., 2015, 44, 7207 DOI: 10.1039/C5CS00210A

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