Catalytic Applications of Nanomaterials in Air Pollutant Degradation
A special issue of Catalysts (ISSN 2073-4344). This special issue belongs to the section "Environmental Catalysis".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 42
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Air pollution poses significant threats to human health and the environment, necessitating effective solutions for pollutant removal. Nanomaterials, with their unique properties such as high surface area, tunable reactivity, and diverse functionalities, have emerged as promising catalysts for air pollutant degradation. These materials can efficiently catalyze reactions that convert harmful pollutants like volatile organic compounds (VOCs), nitrogen oxides (NOx), and particulate matter into less harmful substances. The development and application of nanomaterial-based catalysts are crucial for improving air quality and mitigating the adverse effects of air pollution. This Special Issue aims at compiling the latest research on the catalytic applications of nanomaterials in air pollutant degradation. We invite submissions that cover the synthesis, characterization, and performance evaluation of nanomaterial catalysts for air pollution control. Topics of interest include the development of novel nanomaterials, the optimization of catalytic processes, and the elucidation of reaction mechanisms. Studies on the long-term stability and scalability of nanomaterial catalysts, as well as their integration into practical air purification systems, are particularly encouraged. By bringing together these contributions, we aim to provide a comprehensive overview of the current state and future directions of nanomaterials in air pollution control.
Prof. Dr. Qi Zhang
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- nanomaterials
- catalysis
- air pollutants
- volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
- nitrogen oxides (NOx)
- particulate matter
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