The direct transformation of methane to methanol remains a significant challenge for
operation at a larger scale. Central to this challenge is the low reactivity of methane at …

Methane is an important fossil fuel and widely available on the earth's crust. It is a
greenhouse gas that has more severe warming effect than CO2. Unfortunately, the emission …

Electrochemical partial oxidation of methane to methanol is a promising approach to the
transformation of stranded methane resources into a high-value, easy-to-transport fuel or …

Methane, the main component in natural gas, is widely utilized for energy consumption and
production of important chemicals. However, existing industrial processes for (direct or …

The direct partial oxidation of methane to methanol promises an energy‐efficient and
environmental‐friendly utilization of natural gas. Unfortunately, current technologies confront …

Light alkane activation under mild conditions remains a substantial challenge. Here we
report an aqueous reaction system capable of selectively converting light alkanes into …

The direct conversion of gaseous methane to energy‐dense liquid derivatives such as
methanol and ethanol is of profound importance for the more efficient utilization of natural …

Chemicals manufacture is among the top greenhouse gas contributors. More than half of the
associated emissions are attributable to the sum of ammonia plus oxygenates such as …

In this review we consider the important future of the synthetic fuel, dimethyl ether (DME). We
compare DME to two alternatives [oxymethylene ether (OMEx) and synthetic diesel through …

The direct conversion of methane to methanol is very promising to achieve a decarbonized
future, but remains a great challenge. The electrochemical activation and partial oxidation of …