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Title : Application of metal single-site zeolite catalysts in heterogeneous catalysis
Stanislaw Dzwigaj, Sorbonne University, France
The metal ions well dispersed at zeolite framework are considered to be active sites of catalytic processes. Therefore, the incorporation of these metals into zeolites as isolated tetrahedral sites appears to be the important task. We have earlier shown that the incorpo [....] » Read More
Title : The limitations inherent in sustainable development and how to overcome them
Dai Yeun Jeong, Jeju National University, Korea, Republic of
Sustainable development is the ideology and practical strategy of the present and future socio-economic development in harmony with nature. A wide range of policies and practical activities have been launched at a global, national and regional level in order to achieve sustainabl [....] » Read More
Title : Advances in FTIR spectroscopy of catalysts
Alexey Tsyganenko, St.Petersburg State University, Russian Federation
Advances in the application of vibrational spectroscopy to the studies of catalysts and difficulties of the method are discussed. IR spectra provide information on the nature of active sites, their strength and concentration. At low-temperatures it is possible to see the spectra [....] » Read More
Title : Halogen-enhanced metal-organic frameworks: Selective CO2 capture and sustainable chemical fixation
Elisabete Alegria, Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa, Portugal
Three novel halogen-appended cadmium(II) metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) denoted as [Cd2(L1)2(4,4’-Bipy)2]n.4n(DMF) (1), [Cd2(L2)2(4,4’-Bipy)2]n.3n(DMF) (2), and [Cd(L3)(4,4’-Bipy)]n.2n(DMF) (3), were synthesized through solvothermal reactions The new MOFs are c [....] » Read More
Title : Preparation and application of modified loofah sponges for metal chelation, protein purification, and enzyme immobilization
Sung Chyr Lin, National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan
The applications of modified loofah sponges for the removal of heavy metals from wastewater, the selective adsorption of His-tagged enzyme, and the integrated approach for the adsorption and immobilization of enzymes from unclarified cell homogenate will be discusses. Loofah spon [....] » Read More
Title : Green and scalable approaches for synthesis and encapsulation of clean nanoclusters inside cerium MOFs for catalysis: Sustainable synthesis of exovinylene carbonates and glycerol carbonate from glycerol and primary propargylic alcohols and CO2
Simon Lukato, University of Warsaw, Poland
Exovinylene carbonates (ECs) and glycerol carbonate (GLC) are important cyclic carbonates with applications such as in pharmaceuticals, Li-ion batteries and biological systems. They are also building blocks or intermediates in synthesis of polycarbonates and polyhydroxyurethanes. [....] » Read More
Title : Catalytic materials for flue gas cleaning based on used drinking water filters
Danuta Olszewska, AGH University of Krakow, Poland
The aim of the presentation is to assess the suitability of used filters from drinking water treatment for the preparation of composite catalyst precursors. These materials can be used as catalysts to remove gaseous pollutants from waste gases. Precursor making, physicochemical a [....] » Read More
Title : Harmful gases reduction characteristics according to the additive catalysts and support types of H2-SCR
Choong Kil Seo, Howon University, Korea, Republic of
Internal combustion engines still account for a large proportion of automobiles. The internal combustion engine still accounts for a significant portion of automobiles and is a major contributor to air pollution and global warming. As a result, air quality regulations are becomin [....] » Read More
Title : Effect of mesoporosity and acidity on crude oil direct hydrocracking
Mohammad Bahhar, Saudi Aramco, Saudi Arabia
In this study, various hydrocracking catalysts were synthesized using modified zeolite Y with different levels of mesoporosity and acidity to investigate their effects on crude oil hydroconversion. The zeolites and catalysts were characterized with N2-adsorption, XRD, and NH3-TPD [....] » Read More
Title : Preparation and oxygen evolution reaction on nanoporous semi-transparent La0.8Sr0.2CoO3 coatings: Stability and mechanism in neutral medium
Aditi Singhal, Ahmedabad University, India
For the prospective use in oxygen evolution reaction as an electrocatalyst, the semi-transparent thin film of La0.8Sr0.2CoO3 (LSCO), was deposited on FTO (Fluorine-doped tin oxide) coated glass substrate, by using a sol-gel method. This involves gelation of LSCO sol followed by s [....] » Read More
Title : Technology Roadmap: Trends in the use of fluidized bed catalytic cracking catalysts in bio-oil co-processing in refineries
Marco Antonio Gaya de Figueiredo, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The need to decarbonize the energy matrix based on fossil fuels has led different segments to seek alternatives through the use of biofuels. The present work proposes, using the prioritization technique called Roadmap, to analyze the trend regarding the use of catalysts in differ [....] » Read More
Title : Catalytic conversion of low-density polyethylene/HVGO blend to light olefins over zeolite catalyst
Abdulaziz Alghamdi, King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, Saudi Arabia
Three mesoporous ZSM-5 catalyst additives with different Si/Al ratio were synthesized using simple hydrothermal rapid ageing synthesis approach. The ZSM-5 additives were mixed with equilibrium catalyst (E-Cat) in the ratio of 85%E-Cat:15%ZSM-5. The catalysts were used for the cat [....] » Read More
Title : Nanocomposites based on Fe3O4 and BaTiO3 in oxidation of benzyl alcohol and 1-phenylethanol using different energy inputs
Elisabete Alegria, Instituto Superior de Engenharia de Lisboa, Portugal
Green chemistry focuses on developing environmentally friendly processes that minimize waste and reduce the use of hazardous substances. [1] In this regard, this abstract explores the oxidation of alcohols, specifically benzyl alcohol and 1-phenylethanol, using unconventional met [....] » Read More