Applied Catalysis B-Environment and Energy
Scope & Guideline
Unveiling the science behind a sustainable future.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Catalytic processes for energy conversion and storage:
Research related to catalysts that facilitate the conversion of renewable energy sources into usable fuel, including hydrogen production through electrolysis and CO2 reduction. - Environmental remediation technologies:
Studies focusing on the catalytic degradation of pollutants, including wastewater treatment and air purification, utilizing advanced oxidation processes and photocatalysis. - Sustainable synthesis pathways:
Innovative catalytic methods for the production of value-added chemicals from biomass and waste materials, emphasizing green chemistry principles. - Characterization and optimization of catalysts:
Research that explores the structure-activity relationships in catalytic materials, including the development of novel catalysts with enhanced performance and stability. - Interface engineering in catalysis:
Studies investigating the role of interfaces and electronic interactions in catalytic systems, particularly in enhancing charge transfer and reaction kinetics.
Trending and Emerging
- Photocatalytic CO2 reduction and hydrogen production:
Research on photocatalysts that utilize solar energy to convert CO2 into hydrocarbons or produce hydrogen is increasingly popular, reflecting a growing interest in sustainable energy solutions. - Electrocatalysis for energy conversion:
Studies exploring electrocatalytic processes, particularly for hydrogen evolution and CO2 reduction, are on the rise, highlighting the importance of electrochemical methods in energy sustainability. - Advanced oxidation processes for wastewater treatment:
Research on novel catalytic systems for the degradation of persistent organic pollutants using advanced oxidation processes is gaining prominence, driven by a need for effective environmental remediation. - Bimetallic and single-atom catalysts:
The development of bimetallic and single-atom catalysts that optimize active sites for enhanced catalytic performance is trending, indicating a shift towards precision in catalyst design. - Interface and defect engineering:
Research focusing on the engineering of catalyst interfaces and defects to enhance performance and stability is emerging as a critical area, reflecting the complexity of catalytic processes.
Declining or Waning
- Conventional metal catalysts for hydrocarbon processing:
Research on traditional metal catalysts for hydrocarbon reforming and cracking has decreased, possibly due to the rise of more sustainable and innovative catalytic approaches. - Single-use catalysts with limited reusability:
Studies focusing on catalysts that do not emphasize reusability or sustainability are becoming less prominent, as the field increasingly values longevity and environmental impact. - Basic catalytic mechanisms without practical applications:
There is a waning interest in purely theoretical studies that do not translate into practical applications or advancements in environmental or energy solutions. - Non-advanced oxidation processes for pollutant removal:
Research on older, less effective methods for pollutant degradation is decreasing as more efficient technologies are developed and prioritized in the literature. - Traditional zeolite applications without modifications:
The focus on conventional applications of zeolites without innovative modifications or hybridization with other materials is declining in favor of more versatile and enhanced catalytic systems.
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