Exploring Organic Synthesis in Green Chemistry: From Catalytic Reactions to Advanced Applications
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Organic Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 November 2026 | Viewed by 4
Special Issue Editors
Interests: green chemistry; organic synthesis; catalysis; ionic liquids; activated carbons; adsorption
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Interests: green chemistry; organic synthesis; heterogeneous catalysis; activated carbons; adsorption
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Organic synthesis is fundamental to societal advancement, as it enables access to a wide array of compounds of critical importance across numerous scientific and industrial fields. In this context, one of the central objectives of contemporary chemical research is the reduction in environmental impact, as framed within the principles of Green Chemistry.
Catalysis plays a pivotal role in organic synthesis, representing one of the most efficient and versatile strategies for achieving high yields and selectivities, reduced reaction times, and lower energy consumption, key tenets of sustainable chemical practice. The availability of diverse catalytic approaches, including heterogeneous, homogeneous, and enzymatic catalysis, provides tailored solutions to address the specific challenges associated with individual synthetic processes. In parallel, non-conventional energy activation methods, such as microwave irradiation and ultrasound, have demonstrated significant potential in decreasing reaction times, minimizing by-product formation, and reducing waste generation. Furthermore, the use of environmentally benign solvents, including water, ionic liquids, and natural deep eutectic solvents (NADES), has emerged as a highly effective approach for improving the efficiency and sustainability of organic transformations.
The aim of this Special Issue is to provide an open-access platform for the dissemination of high-quality research that highlights recent advances in catalytic methodologies and innovative strategies to enhance efficiency and sustainability in organic synthesis.
Prof. Dr. Ignacio López-Coca
Prof. Dr. Carlos Javier Duran-Valle
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- organic synthesis
- green chemistry
- catalysis (heterogeneous, homogeneous, enzymatic)
- microwave synthesis
- sonochemistry
- green solvents (water, NADES, ILs)
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