Correlations Between Performance and Structure of Catalytic Materials for Sustainable Process Design
A special issue of Processes (ISSN 2227-9717). This special issue belongs to the section "Chemical Processes and Systems".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 20 October 2025 | Viewed by 114
Special Issue Editors
Interests: green synthesis; microwave-assisted synthesis; modification of carbon nanomaterials; carbon nanomaterial doping, functionalization, and hybridization with metal or semiconductor nanostructures; graphene quantum dots; graphene oxide; graphene thin-layer synthesis and transfer; antibacterial composite materials; conductive polymeric nanocomposites; photocatalytic degradation; pollutant adsorption; environmental protection; sustainability; water and air pollution
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Interests: photocatalysis; nanotechnology for water decontamination; microbiology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue focuses on the latest advancements in carbon-based nanomaterials (CBNs), emphasizing novel green synthesis routes, optical and antibacterial properties, and their applications in heterogeneous photocatalysis. The development of sustainable and eco-friendly fabrication methods for CBNs, such as biomass-derived synthesis, plant extracts, and green chemical processes, is crucial for minimizing environmental impact while enhancing material performance. This Special Issue will explore the unique optical properties of CBNs, including bandgap tunability, photoluminescence, and enhanced light absorption, which contribute to their efficiency in visible-light-driven photocatalysis. Additionally, the antibacterial properties of these materials open new avenues for applications in water disinfection and biomedical fields. Contributions will focus on the modification, functionalization, and hybridization of CBNs to improve their catalytic efficiency for pollutant degradation, organic transformations, and environmental remediation. This Special Issue aims to provide a comprehensive platform for researchers working on sustainable nanomaterials for green chemistry and environmental protection.
We invite the submission of original research papers, communications, and review articles presenting recent developments and trends in the synthesis, modification, characterization, and applications of materials as catalysts, with a particular focus on photocatalysis, adsorption, and water remediation. Emphasis will be given to studies that explore sustainable and environmentally friendly approaches for pollutant degradation and resource recovery. Contributions addressing the role of carbon-based nanomaterials in enhancing catalytic efficiency, improving pollutant adsorption, and promoting sustainable environmental protection strategies are especially encouraged. Applications related to water and air purification, biomass valorization, and green chemistry innovations are also of particular interest.
Dr. Jovana Prekodravac Filipovic
Dr. David Rutherford
Dr. Ayesha Khan
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- carbon-based nanomaterials
- antibacterial activity
- heterogeneous catalysis
- photocatalysis
- adsorption
- water remediation
- sustainability
- pollutant degradation
- biomass valorization
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