Cover Feature: Oxidative Cleavage of α-O-4, β-O-4, and 4-O-5 Linkages in Lignin Model Compounds Over P, N Co-Doped Carbon Catalyst: A Metal-Free Approach (ChemSusChem 21/2024)

Abstract

The Cover Feature depicts a dynamic superhero who embodies the elements of carbon, phosphorus, oxygen and nitrogen, thus symbolizing the metal-free catalyst central to our research. Armed with scissors, the superhero is shown cleaving lignin model dimers into valuable monomers. The scene is set on a road that transitions from a lush forest on the left, representing the natural source of lignin, to a modern industry on the right, illustrating the sustainable transformation of lignin into industrially valuable compounds such as phenol. This image highlights the innovative approach of using a P,N co-doped carbon catalyst to achieve efficient lignin valorization, offering an eco-friendly solution for producing industrial chemicals and fuels. More information can be found in the Research Article by R. Srivastava and co-workers.