Zeolites and Related Materials: Synthesis, Properties and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

The study of zeolites and related materials is an important area of research with diverse applications in catalysis, adsorption, and environmental remediation. The development of new materials with enhanced properties and novel functionalities holds promise for addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing society today. Zeolites are a class of porous materials with a well-defined crystalline structure, consisting of SiO4 and AlO4 tetrahedra. They are widely used as catalysts, adsorbents, and ion exchangers due to their unique properties such as large surface area, uniform pore size, and selective adsorption of molecules.

In recent years, the development of new zeolites and related materials has been a topic of intense research. One area of focus has been the synthesis of hierarchical zeolites, which possess additional mesoporous features that enhance their catalytic and adsorption properties. Another area of interest has been the development of novel zeolite-based materials, such as zeolitic imidazolate frameworks (ZIFs), which are characterized by their tunable pore sizes and chemical functionalities.

Furthermore, researchers have been exploring the use of zeolites and related materials in environmental applications, such as water treatment and air purification. Zeolites have been shown to be effective in removing heavy metals, organic pollutants, and radioactive isotopes from contaminated water, while ZIFs have shown promise in capturing carbon dioxide from industrial emissions.

Original articles, communications, as well as review papers that describe the current state of the art in the proposed field of research are of great interest.

Dr. Agnieszka Gładysz-Płaska
Guest Editor

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