Rational Design and Optimization of Catalysts for Biomass Valorization
A special issue of Molecules (ISSN 1420-3049). This special issue belongs to the section "Green Chemistry".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 October 2026 | Viewed by 153
Editors
Interests: catalysis; biomass valorization; green chemistry; sustainable synthesis; catalyst design; reaction mechanisms; renewable resources; environmental catalysis
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2. Department of Energy Systems Research, Ajou University, Suwon 16499, Republic of Korea
Interests: catalysis; green chemistry; C1 chemistry; hydrogen production; biomass conversion; sustainable chemical processes
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The transition toward sustainable chemical processes has intensified the need for efficient and selective catalytic systems for biomass valorization. Biomass-derived feedstocks provide a renewable alternative to fossil resources, yet their complex structures require advanced catalytic strategies for effective transformation into fuels, chemicals, and high-value materials.
This Special Issue focuses on the rational design, synthesis, and optimization of catalysts for biomass conversion. Emphasis will be placed on understanding structure–activity relationships, reaction mechanisms, and the development of environmentally benign and economically viable catalytic processes. Contributions addressing both homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis, as well as emerging areas such as electrocatalysis, photocatalysis, and biocatalysis, are highly encouraged.
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Design and synthesis of advanced catalytic materials;
- Mechanistic insights into biomass conversion reactions;
- Catalytic upgrading of platform molecules (e.g., HMF, furfural, levulinic acid);
- Green and sustainable catalytic processes;
- Catalyst stability, recyclability, and scalability;
- Integration of computational and experimental approaches in catalyst design;
- Valorization of lignocellulosic biomass and waste-derived feedstocks.
We welcome original research articles, reviews, and perspectives that contribute to advancing the field of biomass valorization through innovative catalytic approaches.
We look forward to your valuable contributions.
Dr. Muhammad Saeed Akhtar
Prof. Dr. Eun Duck Park
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- biomass valorization
- catalytic biomass conversion
- catalyst design
- green chemistry
- renewable resources
- electrocatalysis
- photocatalysis
- reaction mechanisms
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