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86 articles for “catalyst activity”
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Applications of Nanocatalysis in Petroleum Industry
Abstract: This review paper briefly discusses about the important applications of nanocatalysts in petroleum industries. The design of materials in nanometer form is one of the most researched topics in the contemporary world. Catalysts have been widely used in chemical reactions to accelerate the reaction rate and to allow facile removal of product molecules. With the advent and growth of nanotechnology, catalysts were synthesized in nanometer scale. Nanocatalysts exhibited unique properties …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2013 · pp. 8–23 Read article
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Multifunctional and Photocatalytic Properties of DyFeO₃/Dy₃Fe₅O₁₂ Biphasic Nanoparticles
Abstract: Rare-earth orthoferrites constitute a class of compounds that exhibit remarkable magnetic, optical, and electronic properties across a wide temperature range. In the present study, a dysprosium-based orthoferrite containing dual phases of DyFeO₃ perovskite and Dy₃Fe₅O₁₂ garnet was successfully synthesized via the co-precipitation technique. X-ray diffraction (XRD) analysis was employed to investigate the structural configuration of the synthesized material. The diffraction pattern confirmed the formation of a biphasic composite comprising orthorhombic …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 41–54 Read article
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Catalytic Activity Advancements in Organometallic Chemistry
Abstract: Organometallic chemistry is essential to catalysis and synthesis, helping to shape a wide range of chemical reactions. The study of the interactions between organic compounds and metal elements is known as organometallic chemistry. Modern synthetic chemistry and catalysis have been greatly influenced by the field of organometallic chemistry. It entails the investigation of substances that have metal-carbon bonds because they can have special catalytic and reactive qualities. Applications for these …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2023 · pp. 10–25 Read article
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Utilization of Bentonite Clay Coupled with Potash for the Synthesis of Octadec-9-Enoic Acid Methyl Esters of Pongamia Pinnatatriglycerides
Abstract: Due to the ever increasing human population worldwide, especially in the developing countries across the world; renewable energy sources are in the primary focus of the scientists and researchers. In addition, the depletion of the reserves of the fossil fuels along with the increased consumption of the available reserves has led to wide spread global unrest. Complementing the above, there are significant environmental problems namely global warming due to increased …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 10, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 72–78 Read article
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Green Synthesis of Biologically Active 2, 4, 5- Trisubstituted Imidazoles Catalyzed by Large Pore Zeolite H-BEA through Lophine MCRs
Abstract: 2, 4, 5-triphenyl-1(H)-imidazoles (popularly known as Lophine derivatives) are well known heterocyclic compounds and find significant diversified applications, not only in the area of medicinal chemistry as biologically active drug-like molecules, but also in the other advanced research areas, such as fluorescence labelling, biological imaging and chromospheres for non-linear optic system. In the present endeavour, a green synthesis of Lophine derivatives via multi-component reaction is carried out using benzil/benzoin, substituted …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 20–36 Read article
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Effect of MoO3 as a Promoter in Cu-Mgo-Al2O3 (Hydrotalcite like Precursor) Catalyst for the Vapour Phase Hydrogenation of Cinnamaldehyde
Abstract: An attempt has been made to study the role of MoO3 as promoterin Cu-MgO-Al2O3 (hydrotalcite like precursor) for the hydrogenation of cinnamaldehyde in vapour phase at atmospheric pressure. It is interesting to note that the MoO3 addition plays an important role in maintaining enhanced activity and stability of the catalyst by avoiding agglomeration of Cu species during the time on stream study. The discrepancy in the catalysts was clearly monitored …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 27–32 Read article
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Catalytic Performance Improvement in Polymer Derived Nanostructures for Fuel Cell Applications
Abstract: The performance and operational lifetime of PEMFCs are closely linked to the catalytic activity and durability of cathode electrocatalysts. In this research, a polymer-derived cobalt–iron nitrogen-doped carbon (CoFe–N/C) nanostructured catalyst is developed to enhance the ORR performance for PEMFC applications. PAN and melamine serve as nitrogen-rich polymer precursors, while cobalt and iron salts generate highly dispersed metal–nitrogen active sites within a porous carbon matrix through thermal treatment at 900 °C. …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 3, 2026 · pp. 968–979 Read article
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Electrooxidation Study of Acetic Acid at Low Temperature in Membrane Less Microfluidic Fuel Cell for Portable Power Application
Abstract: The global energy crisis due to dependence on fossil fuel and its limited reserves followed by environmental pollution are the key concerns to the research communities. However, recently developed micro-fluidic fuel cells using hydrogen-rich fuels are most likely to replace the batteries, due to their compactness, high efficiency and simplicity in operation. In this context, the PtxSn/C (where, x=1, 3, 5) electrode-catalysts were prepared and the electro-oxidation of acetic acid …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 7, Issue 1, 2016 · pp. 58–66 Read article
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Screening of Cold-Active Lipase from Psychotropic Fungi
Abstract: Lipase is a class of enzymes that catalyze as, hydrolysis of long-chain tri-glycoside and comprise the large significant group of bio-catalysts for biotechnological applications. Currently, the cold-active lipases (CLPS) are the enzyme of choice for pharmacists, organic chemists, biochemical, biophysicists and engineering processes, bio-technologists and micro-biologists as well as biochemists. The production of CLPs is mostly existed from psychrophilic microorganisms. Psychrophiles and psychrotrophs extracellular colds-active enzymes at low temperature (cold) …
Published in Research and Reviews: A Journal of Microbiology and Virology · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–5 Read article
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Catalyst: From Lab to Industry
Abstract: To know about the catalyst industry, first we have to understand what is the catalyst and how it is used, we are very familiar with the reactions in lab but the journey of the catalyst from lab to the industry plants are quite interesting, first of all what is catalyst then. Catalysts are substances that speed up reactions by providing an alternative pathway for the breaking and making of bonds. …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 44–45 Read article
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Role of Solid Acid Catalyst in Isopropylation Reaction
Abstract: Cumene synthesis was carried out by the reaction of benzene with isopropyl alcohol in the vapour phase over rare earth metal modified 13X zeolite. Zeolite modification was done by exchanging sodium ions of the zeolite with cerium ions to vary the acidity of the catalyst in the range of 0.25‑1.36 meq/g. The synthesis was carried out over a wide range of operating conditions. The synthesis conditions were optimized by studying …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 2, Issue 2, 2015 · pp. 19–26 Read article
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Photo-Catalytic Degradation of Rhodamine-B by using UV/TiO2 and Nb2O5 Process: A Kinetic Study
Abstract: The photo-catalytic degradation of Rhodamine-B (RB) in aqueous solution with titanium dioxide (TiO2) and niobium pentaoxide (Nb2O5) as photocatalyst in slurry form has been carried out using UV-A light (254 nm). The effect of various parameters such as catalyst loading, pH and initial concentration of the RB dye on degradation have been determined. An attempt has been made to study the effect of process parameters through concentration of dye, amount …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 12–24 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization of Mesoporous Zeolite BEA and Its Application in Multicomponent Reactions
Abstract: Strongly acidic mesoporous zeolite beta (MZB or Beta/MCM-41composite) with bimodal pore structure and stepwise distributed acidity has been synthesized by novel route using zeolite BEA as silica-alumina source. The material was characterized by various techniques. Powder XRD showed the existence of well-structured microphase zeolite Beta and mesophase MCM-41 in the composite materials. The performance of the composite material as a catalyst was investigated for the synthesis of various biologically active …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 1, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 25–45 Read article
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A comprehensive review on Sustainable Pathways to Synthesize 2, 5-Furandicarboxylic Acid (FDCA) from 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF) via Oxidative Processes
Abstract: The increasing global concern over the environmental impact of traditional plastics derived from petroleum and natural gas has spurred a search for more sustainable alternatives. Bioplastics, which are derived from renewable sources and may be biodegradable, have garnered significant interest as eco-friendly materials. Among the promising building blocks for bioplastics, 2,5-Furandicarboxylic Acid (FDCA) has emerged due to its potential to enhance polymer properties. One key precursor for bioplastics, 5-Hydroxymethylfurfural (5-HMF), …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 01–13 Read article
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Carbon Dioxide as a Fundamental Component in Sustainable Organic Synthesis
Abstract: A lot of people are interested in carbon dioxide (CO₂) as a cheap, plentiful, and safe source of carbon for making chemical processes more sustainable. Using it as a C1 building block in organic synthesis is a promising way to make products with added value while having less of an impact on the environment. This article examines current advancements in CO₂ fixation into organic compounds, emphasising the creation of effective …
Published in International Journal of Advance in Molecular Engineering · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 22–34 Read article
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Synthesis of Lawsonia Inermis (Henna) Carbon Supported AgO Nanocomposite, Characterizations and Photocatalytic Activity Studies
Abstract: Synthesis of Carbon supported AgO nanocomposite is reported for first time. Henna carbon was successfully synthesized from henna leaf. Bare AgO and C-AgO nanocomposites are effectively made using precipitation method. The synthesised composites structural, morphological, and optical properties are assessed using FT-IR, XRD, FE-SEM, UV-DRS, and PL techniques. FT-IR analysis proved that specific functional groups of synthesized materials. The uniform distribution of the composites is revealed in the FE-SEM. XRD …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 749–760 Read article
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Zeolite-Y Encapsulated Copper (II) and Cobalt (II) Species as Hybrid Nano-catalysts: Structural and Catalytic Aspects
Abstract: Special properties inherent to zeolites in facilitating the construction of novel upramolecular assemblies by encapsulation of guest molecules (metal complexes) into their large cages can be utilized to use these assembled materials as novel catalysts. These modified solids have the advantages of both behaving as the homogeneous and the heterogeneous catalytic system. In the present work, copper (II) and cobalt (II) complexes of 2-amino ethanoic acid (2-AEA) encapsulated in the …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 10, Issue 4, 2023 Read article
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Zeolite-Y Encapsulated Copper (II) and Cobalt (II) Species as Hybrid Nano-catalysts: Structural and Catalytic Aspects
Abstract: Special properties inherent to zeolites in facilitating the construction of novel supramolecular assemblies by encapsulation of guest molecules (metal complexes) into their large cages can be utilized to use these assembled materials as novel catalysts. These modified solids have the advantages of both behaving as the homogeneous and the heterogeneous catalytic system. In the present work, copper (II) and cobalt (II) complexes of 2-amino ethanoic acid (2-AEA) encapsulated in the …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 19–32 Read article
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Use of Modified and Unmodified Calcium Oxide from Bio-resources as Heterogeneous Transesterification Catalyst for Biodiesel Synthesis: A Review
Abstract: Metal oxides have been widely used to catalyze various types of organic reaction, whatever supported or nonsupport metal oxide catalysts (supported with metal, mixed oxides and acids such as sulphoric acid). Calcium oxide is one of the most metal oxides used as heterogeneous catalysts; due to its favorable properties such as high activity, availability, low cost, and easily separated, as well as environmental friendly. Calcium oxide whether laboratory, prepared from …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 3, 2022 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Advancements in Zeolite Catalysis for Efficient Oil Refining and Sustainable Energy Production
Abstract: Fossil fuels remain the primary reliable and cost-effective energy source for maintaining the desired product quality. This dominance stems from advancements in petrochemistry and oil refining, driven by substantial investments in research and innovation. The exceptional efficiency of oil refining is largely attributed to the use of zeolites as catalysts, a breakthrough regarded as one of the most significant achievements in modern chemistry. Their applications span across several catalytic processes, …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 12, Issue 2, 2025 · pp. 35–42 Read article