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192 articles for “Co-catalyst”
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Framework-Based Optimization of Catalysis Efficiency through Reaction Pathway Engineering
Abstract: The rational design of heterogeneous catalysts through framework-based approaches has emerged as a transformative strategy for controlling reaction pathways and enhancing catalytic efficiency. This paper examines recent advances in the optimization of catalytic performance through engineered frameworks, including metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), zeolites, and related porous materials. By integrating computational methods with experimental validation, researchers have achieved unprecedented control overactive site architecture, reactant confinement, and elementary reaction steps. This work reviews …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 88–99 Read article
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Polystyrene Plastic Waste into Liquid Fuel Using Silica-Alumina Catalyst, Extracted from Rice Husk
Abstract: Catalytic Pyrolysis of Polystyrene (PS) into fuel like products using silica alumina catalyst that was extracted from rice husk was investigated over temperature range of 430–470°C. The output of catalytic pyrolysis was liquid oil, solid residues (char) and gaseous fraction. The product yields as a function of temperature, time and catalyst amount were studied. High conversion of liquid (48.8%) was achieved at 430 and 450ºC in the presence of 12.5 …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 10, Issue 3, 2020 · pp. 15–31 Read article
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Catalysed Biofuels Using Vegetable Oils and Animal Fats
Abstract: It is a first to use biochemical modification of fats to create fuel for transport. The chemical transformation is required to produce products that are more useful and have qualities similar to those of crude oil-derived fuels. Biodiesel (a combination of methyl esters produced by transesterification) and green diesel are the two forms of fuels discussed (paraffins produced by hydrogenation of oils). Three bio-lubricant synthesis strategies are also discussed. Biofuels …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 30–34 Read article
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Sustainable Carbon Materials for Catalysis, Energy Conversion, and Environmental Remediation
Abstract: Among the most ancient and adaptable materials used by humans, carbon finds use in a wide range of industries, including electronics, energy production, medicine, water purification, air filtration, and catalysis. Among them, activated carbon's highly developed microporous structure, remarkably large specific surface area, and adjustable surface functions have drawn a great deal of attention from both science and industry. Activated carbon materials have been widely used as molecular sieves, adsorbents …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 13, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 47–52 Read article
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Biocatalytic Process by Biodiesel Production to the help of Environment
Abstract: The synthesis of fatty acid esters using vegetable oils seems to be a crucial process that yields good diesel fuel substitutes and useful oleochemical intermediates. Biodiesel is made from fatty acid methyl esters, which are a mixture of mono-alkyl esters produced from vegetable oils including sunflower oil, soyabean oil, rapeseed oil, peanut oil, cotton seed oil, and animal fats like pig fats and lard. Biodiesel can also be made from …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 8, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 29–33 Read article
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Farmer Producer Organizations as Catalysts of Rural Transformation: A Multidimensional Framework from Punjab, India
Abstract: Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) have evolved as an important institutional mechanism for resolving the socio-economic challenges of small and marginal farmers by fostering collective action, expanding market access, and boosting bargaining power. In the broader context of sustainable rural development, FPOs are increasingly acknowledged as catalysts of rural transformation by contributing to numerous dimensions of farmer well-being. However, current study has generally analyzed FPOs through economic and operational indicators, with …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 3, 2026 Read article
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Farmer Producer Organizations as Catalysts of Rural Transformation: A Multidimensional Framework from Punjab, India
Abstract: Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) have evolved as an important institutional mechanism for resolving the socio-economic challenges of small and marginal farmers by fostering collective action, expanding market access, and boosting bargaining power. In the broader context of sustainable rural development, FPOs are increasingly acknowledged as catalysts of rural transformation by contributing to numerous dimensions of farmer well-being. However, current study has generally analyzed FPOs through economic and operational indicators, with …
Published in Research & Reviews : Journal of Agricultural Science and Technology · Vol. 15, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 116–122 Read article
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Synthesis and Structural Characterization of Nanocrystalline CeO2 and Ce0.95Cu0.05O2 Solid Solution Catalysts: Properties and Applications
Abstract: The main study and the development of CeO2 and Cu-doped CeO2 nanocrystals containing transition- metal species are of crucial importance for understanding the preparation and fabrication of CeO2 and Cu-doped CeO2 nanoparticles by solution combustion technique to taken glycine as fuel. The structural properties of Ce1-xCuxO2 nanocrystals were examined by investigating the influence of cerium dioxide and Cu dopant ions. The CeO2 single-phase cubic system was successfully incorporated with Cu …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2024 · pp. 29–38 Read article
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Design of a Plant for the Production of Ammonia and Urea Using Aspen HYSYS
Abstract: The design of a plant for the production of 1800 MT/Day of ammonia and 1400 MT/Day of urea using aspen HYSYS was carried out in this work. Ammonia is produced through the Haber-Bosch process, where hydrogen and nitrogen react in the presence of a catalyst producing mixture containing ammonia while urea is produced by the reaction between ammonia and carbon IV oxide. In this work, aspen HYSYS, chemical engineering design …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 29–44 Read article
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Harnessing the Growth Potential of Cloud Computing in Agriculture
Abstract: Unlocking the Green Revolution: A Comprehensive Exploration of Cloud Computing Integration in India's Agricultural Landscape. The integration of cloud computing technology in the agricultural sectors of India is poised to play a pivotal role in propelling the nation's holistic development. This paper delves into the dynamic realm of cloud computing, serving as a catalyst for innovation and efficiency in agriculture. By eliminating the need for maintaining expensive computing infrastructure, cloud …
Published in International Journal of Cheminformatics · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2023 · pp. 32–37 Read article
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Parametric Optimization of Waste Plastic Fuel Parameters
Abstract: AbstractIn this article, the fuel production through waste polythene and plastic with the help of zeolite as a catalyst is presented. First of all, prepare a light steel airtight vessel on which there is a lid with a hole that is connected to long galvanized steel pipe. The container is filled ¾ with waste plastic and polythene at room temperature then the temperature is increased up to 300–450°C by using …
Published in Journal of Thermal Engineering and Applications · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2017 · pp. 26–30 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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Treatment of Synthetic Dye and Real Industrial Effluent Using Different Photo-catalysts
Abstract: Organic dyes are now one of the most common types of toxins released into the atmosphere, particularly from the textile sector. Organic dyes poisonous in nature and harmful to living organismsand ecosystems and Humans hence, therapy of these dangerous dyes before release into the environment is critical. Several ways have been used to solve this challenge, including physical, chemical, and biological methods. Photocatalysis is currently most of the advanced oxidationprocesses, …
Published in Journal of Catalyst & Catalysis · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 40–43 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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Fundamentals and Recent Advances in Microreactor Catalysis and Flow Chemistry
Abstract: The processing technology of chemical reactions has changed quite a bit over the last few decades. For a long time, chemists relied on batch reactors having large containers where all the starting materials are mixed, and the reaction happens in one go. While this approach works, it has several drawbacks: poor heat control, uneven mixing, safety risks, and a lot of waste. Microreactors and flow chemistry offer a much better …
Published in Journal of Modern Chemistry & Chemical Technology · Vol. 17, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 07–18 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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Carbon Sequestration in Mineralogy: Potential of Ultramafic Rocks for CO₂ Storage
Abstract: The increasing concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide (CO₂) due to anthropogenic activities has necessitated the development of effective carbon sequestration strategies. Mineral carbonation, particularly utilizing ultramafic rocks, has emerged as a promising approach for long-term CO₂ storage. This review explores the potential of ultramafic rocks in sequestering CO₂, discussing their mineral composition, reaction mechanisms, advantages, and challenges associated with their utilization in carbon capture and storage (CCS). Additionally, advancements in …
Published in International Journal of Minerals · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 30–35 Read article
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Formation of Reaction Bubbles in FCC Riser Reactor
Abstract: For modeling FCC unit, art of defining undefined hydrocarbon misxtures in conjunction with application of two different specialized fields of Chemical Engineering–Chemical Reaction Engineering (CRE) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) are required. CRE needs elaboarte and appropriate definition of undefined mixture and their chemical kinetics, whereas CFD needs solution of more regorous differential equations to define fluctuating and turbulent flow. Most of the reported works in available literature seems to …
Published in Journal of Petroleum Engineering & Technology · Vol. 1, Issue 1-3, 2011 · pp. 16–27 Read article
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A Review on Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles Based on Photocatalytic Activity
Abstract: The Zinc Oxide (ZnO) is a photocatalyst which is available for photoreaction system by using the metal oxide (MO) degradation present ultraviolet irradiation at high temperature. The removal rate of metal oxide (MO) was observed in zinc oxide has been reached up to 99.73, 99.29 and 99.70%. The composite ratio was increased from 2:1 to 4:1 after 30 minutes and continuously this ratio was also increased up to 5:1. Hence …
Published in Research and Reviews : Journal of Computational Biology · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 13–25 Read article
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Synthesis, Characterization and Evaluation of Pyridine derivatives
Abstract: Schiff bases, a class of organic compounds, have garnered significant attention due to their diverse applications in various fields such as pharmaceuticals, materials science, and coordination chemistry. This study provides a comprehensive overview of the synthesis of Schiff bases amino pyridine derivatives and aromatic ketones along with their anti-microbial activity. Method: The synthesis of Schiff bases primarily involves the condensation reaction between a primary amine and a carbonyl compound (ketone) …
Published in Research & Reviews: A Journal of Drug Design & Discovery · Vol. 11, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 35–48 Read article