Photocatalytic Organic Synthesis

Dear Colleagues,

The use of light for the activation of organic reactions has emerged in the last decade, pushed by the need to implement energy-efficient and greener processes. Initially bounded to UV-excitation due to exclusive use of TiO₂ semiconductor optical photocatalysts, this process has extended its applicability through the use of other optical photocatalysts with visible excitation and by the development of more effective and versatile light sources, such has light-emitting diodes.

While conventional industrial synthesis processes normally require harsh reaction conditions and the use of noxious solvents, photocatalytic organic synthesis is able to produce fine chemicals under mild conditions, in environmentally-friendly processes, be they sunlight activated, or using artificial irradiation sources with low-energy consumption. Yet, the success of such processes will rely on the combination of a multidisciplinary approach grounded in the concepts of  organic chemistry, materials science, chemical and reaction engineering, and nanoscience and nanotechnology.

Authors with expertise in any of the above topics dealing with successful use of photocatalysis in near UV to Visible light induced organic transformations are cordially invited to submit their manuscripts to this Special Issue of Catalysts. Significant full papers and review articles are very welcome. The topics of the Special Issue will cover various aspects of photocatalysis for organic synthesis in all of its diversity, as well other areas on the boundaries, such as organic photoredox catalysis, molecular photocatalysis, photocatalytic applications of nanoscience, photocatalysis in fine chemistry, light mediated free radical synthesis and photocatalytic synthesis of natural products.

Dr. Cláudia Gomes Silva
Prof. Joaquim Luís Faria
Guest Editor

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