Innovations in C1 Chemistry Catalysis
A special issue of Catalysts (ISSN 2073-4344). This special issue belongs to the section "Industrial Catalysis".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 August 2025 | Viewed by 113
Special Issue Editors
Interests: heterogeneous catalysis; syngas conversion; carbon dioxide utilization; methanol synthesis; hydrogenation; metallic catalysts design
Interests: carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS); methane reforming; methanation; heterogeneous catalysis; catalytic hydrogenation; thermodynamics; kinetics
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Dear Colleagues,
C1 chemistry catalysis is one of the most promising approaches in addressing global challenges, such as sustainable energy production, environmental protection, and the efficient utilization of natural resources. Recent innovations in C1 chemistry have focused on enhancing the efficiency and selectivity of catalytic processes for the conversion of simple carbon-containing molecules like methane, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and methanol into valuable chemicals and fuels. Advances in catalyst design, particularly with the use of novel materials like metal–organic frameworks (MOFs), perovskites, and single-atom catalysts, have led to significant improvements in activity and stability.
The development of C1 chemistry catalysis is also being driven by a deeper understanding of reaction mechanisms and the role of active sites, often through in situ and operando characterization techniques. This has enabled more rational design strategies for catalysts that can operate under mild conditions, improving energy efficiency and reducing by-products. Additionally, the integration of renewable feedstocks, such as biomass-derived compounds, into C1 chemistry catalysis is emerging as a promising route for achieving carbon neutrality.
With increasing pressure to reduce the carbon footprint of chemical processes, innovations in C1 chemistry catalysis are at the forefront of developing sustainable pathways for chemical production, contributing to the transition to a circular economy and a reduction in global greenhouse gas emissions.
Dr. Fei Chen
Dr. Meng Zhang
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- C1 chemistry
- catalysis
- catalyst design
- mechanism
- in situ
- operando characterization
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