Dear Colleagues,

Modern synthetic chemistry has recently undergone a tremendous expansion, due in great part to the introduction of nano-sized catalysts in both homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis. While heterogeneous catalysts dominated the first half of the previous century, covering applications from ammonia synthesis and oxidation to olefin polymerization, it was only after pioneering work by the adepts in surface science and, later, computational chemistry that we eventually gained a better understanding of the catalytic reactions’ characteristics, active species and implications. The important findings of the likes of P. Sabatier (1912) or K. Ziegler and G. Natta (1956) provided powerful motivation for an investigation into nanoscale materials since high reactivity was foreseen and confirmed for such active species (metals, supported metals, etc.). The anticipation of proper catalytic center design, characterization, and use in specific reactions has met the high expectations of tackling the currently high demand for renewable and clean energy, making research in the catalysis field an intriguing area of research with effective impact on theoretical chemistry and industrial applications alike. The design and development of active catalysts, proper identification of active sites, and their 3-D environment during the catalytic cycle, complemented by rigorous surface characterization of the catalytic species will push the field to even greater heights while complying with environmental regulations and opening the door to new synthetic possibilities.  

Dr. Cezar Comanescu
Guest Editor

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• catalysis
• oxidation
• nanostructures
• nanoporous materials
• selective catalyst
• heterogeneous catalyst
• green energy