Heterogeneous Catalysis for Biomass Valorization

Dear Colleagues,

It is my pleasure to invite you to submit a contribution to this Special Issue, entitled “Heterogeneous Catalysis for Biomass Valorization” and published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences (ISSN 1422-0067), an open access journal published online by MDPI. Its most recent impact factor is 6.208 according to the 2021 Journal Citation Reports.

Currently, the valorization of biomass is a key as aspect in developing sustainable alternatives to fossil resources since biomass is a renewable feedstock that can be used for the production of biofuels, chemicals and energy. Homogeneous catalysts are traditionally employed for these processes in the industry; however, the use of solid catalysts plays a key role in order to make these processes more environmentally friendly and competitive. This Special Issue deals with the use of heterogeneous catalysts for the transformation of biomass or biomass-derived products into valuable chemicals, including bio-based products and biofuels, acting as a platform for researchers in this field to exchange information and updates. For this purpose, we cordially invite you to submit original research articles or comprehensive reviews on this topic, which will contribute to the development and implementation of these processes in biorefineries.

Kind regards,

Dr. Cristina García-Sancho
Guest Editor

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