In this review, we discuss selected examples from recent literature on the role of the support
on directing the nanostructures of Au-based monometallic and bimetallic nanoparticles. The …

Polymers are ubiquitously present in our daily life because they can meet a wide range of
needs and fields of applications. This success, based on an irresponsible linear …

Glycerol is a highly versatile molecule because of its three hydroxyl groups and can be
transformed to a plethora of different value-added fine chemicals and products. It is an …

The catalytic conversion of biomass and derivatives to chemicals has been the subject of
intense research efforts during the past decade resulting in a 20% annual increase in the …

This Critical Review provides an overview of the recent developments in the synthesis and
characterization of bimetallic nanoparticles. Initially the review follows a materials science …

Ethylene glycol (EG) is an important organic compound and chemical intermediate used in a
large number of industrial processes (eg energy, plastics, automobiles, and chemicals) …

Oxidation is a key reaction in organic synthesis and will likely play a significant role in the
development of value-added chemicals from biomass. The application of heterogeneous …

CO 2 is today at the centre of the attention of scientists and technologists for its potential as
source of carbon in the synthesis of chemicals and fuels. The actual utilization of CO 2 …

The oxidation of alcohols to the corresponding carbonyl compounds is a pivotal reaction in
organic synthesis. However, traditional oxidants are often toxic and release considerable …

Gold has been used for coinage, jewelry, and other arts for thousands of years due to its
stability in air. Catalytic researchers were long misled by this common sense until the …