Isolated atoms featuring unique reactivity are at the heart of enzymatic and homogeneous
catalysts. In contrast, although the concept has long existed, single-atom heterogeneous …

Metal substitution of molecular sieve systems is a major driving force in developing novel
catalytic processes to meet current demands of green chemistry concepts and to achieve …

The development of efficient catalysts to break down and convert woody biomass will be a
paradigm shift in delivering the global target of sustainable economy and environment via …

The replacement of fossil resources that currently provide more than 90% of our energy
needs and feedstocks of the chemical industry in combination with reduced emission of …

In the past decade or so, small-pore zeolites have received greater attention than large-and
medium-pore molecular sieves that have historically dominated the literature. This is …

Polymers are ubiquitously present in our daily life because they can meet a wide range of
needs and fields of applications. This success, based on an irresponsible linear …

Bio-oil derived from fast pyrolysis of lignocellulosic materials is among the most complex
and inexpensive raw oils that can be produced today. Although commercial or …

Transformation of biomass and CO 2 into renewable value-added chemicals and fuels has
been identified as a promising strategy to fulfill high energy demands, lower greenhouse …

The production of chemicals from biomass, a renewable feedstock, is highly desirable in
replacing petrochemicals to make biorefineries more economical. The best approach to …

Biomass is increasingly used as a source of fuels and chemicals as a renewable alternative
to fossil feedstocks. Cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin are converted into platform …