Zeolites as Catalysts: State of the Art and Future Directions
A special issue of Catalysts (ISSN 2073-4344). This special issue belongs to the section "Catalytic Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 February 2026
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Zeolites have long been recognized as one of the most versatile and industrially important classes of catalytic materials, with applications spanning petrochemical refining, fine chemical synthesis, and environmental remediation. Their unique crystalline microporous structures, tunable acidity, and exceptional thermal stability make them indispensable in modern catalytic processes. Recent years have witnessed remarkable advances in zeolite science, including the development of novel synthesis methods, hierarchical architectures, and post-synthetic modification techniques that have significantly expanded their catalytic potential.
This Special Issue aims to showcase cutting-edge research on zeolite catalysts, covering fundamental studies and industrial applications. We invite contributions that explore innovative approaches to zeolite design, characterization, and catalytic performance optimization. Particular emphasis will be placed on emerging applications in sustainable chemistry, biomass conversion, and environmental protection, as well as advanced characterization techniques and computational modeling that provide deeper insights into structure–activity relationships. Original research articles, reviews, and perspectives on topics including but not limited to the following are welcome:
- Novel synthesis strategies for zeolite catalysts;
- Hierarchical and nanosized zeolites;
- Metal-modified and multifunctional zeolites;
- Advanced characterization techniques;
- Computational modeling of zeolite catalysis;
- Industrial applications and process optimization;
- Sustainable and green chemistry applications.
If you would like to submit papers for publication in this Special Issue or have any questions, please contact the in-house Editor, Mr. Ives Liu (ives.liu@mdpi.com).
Dr. Francesco Di Renzo
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- zeolite
- molecular sieves
- nanoscale catalysis
- sustainable chemistry
- reaction mechanisms
- industrial processes
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