Perspective
Tribocatalysis: a successful marriage of triboelectricity and heterogeneous catalysis
We discuss how tribocatalysis utilizes friction-generated charges to drive chemical transformations. The proposed mechanistic understanding, catalyst design, and future research directions are examined.
Review Article
Selective production of aldehydes: from traditional alternatives to alcohol photo-oxidation using g-C3N4-based materials
Once largely overlooked, selective photocatalysis has recently seen rapid development and now includes several new applications. The production of valuable aldehydes is one of the most relevant areas.
Paper
Visible-light H2 evolution using dye-sensitized TiO2: effects of physicochemical properties of TiO2 on excited carrier dynamics and activity
Back electron transfer (BET) and dye aggregation govern H2 evolution in Ru dye-sensitized TiO2, where crystal phase and surface area dictate interfacial dynamics. Efficient H2 production requires both BET suppression and optimal dye arrangement.
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Paper
Selective and Sustainable Nitro Reduction and Reductive N-Alkylation Using a Recyclable V₂O₅/TiO₂ Catalyst for Amine Synthesis
Regulating exciton binding energy in resorcinol-formaldehyde resin via S-scheme heterojunction construction for efficient full-spectrum-driven H2O2 production
A novel ternary Mn2O3 decorated GO-MoS2 heterostructure for enhanced tetracycline degradation and green H2 production under visible light
A facile synthesis method of a manganese(III) oxide decorated on graphene oxide molybdenum disulphide composite (Mn2O3@GO-MoS2) is reported as a sustainable photocatalyst for green hydrogen (H2) production and tetracycline degradation.
About this collection
Guest Edited by Prof. Mario J. Muñoz-Batista (University of Granada, Spain), Prof. Bo Weng (Institute of Urban Environment, Chinese Academy of Sciences), Prof. Choe Earn Choong(Kwangwoon University, South Korea), Prof. Asim Bhaumik(School of Materials Sciences, Indian Association for the Cultivation of Science, India), and Prof. Damien Debecker (University of Louvain, Belgium).
Sustainable catalysis can be defined as a multidisciplinary approach that integrates environmental, economic, and social factors to develop catalytic processes that are viable over the long term. This field focuses on creating and utilizing catalysts that enhance the efficiency and selectivity of chemical reactions while minimizing environmental impact and promoting resource conservation. Key aspects include the development of materials using environmentally friendly synthesis techniques or waste-derived materials, transforming waste into valuable resources, and addressing critical environmental challenges. Additionally, sustainable catalysis emphasizes the synergistic use of energy, optimizing processes to reduce energy consumption and enhance overall efficiency.