A Career in Catalysis: Gianfranco Pacchioni

IF 13.1 1区化学 Q1 CHEMISTRY, PHYSICAL

ACS Catalysis Pub Date : 2025-06-02 DOI:10.1021/acscatal.5c0259110.1021/acscatal.5c02591

Luis A. Cipriano, Anna Maria Ferrari, Maria Cristina Paganini, Mario Chiesa, Livia Giordano, Gianvito Vilé* and Giovanni Di Liberto*,

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Abstract

This Account traces the scientific journey of Gianfranco Pacchioni, a pioneer in the theoretical understanding of catalysis and materials chemistry. From his early contributions to the study of metal clusters and organometallic compounds to his groundbreaking work on surface defects and single-atom catalysis, Gianfranco has profoundly shaped our understanding of the electronic structure and reactivity of catalytic materials. A defining feature of his career has been his ability to translate chemical complexity into comprehensive and powerful theoretical models, often anticipating experimental findings and guiding the design of catalytic systems. His work on defect engineering, oxide-supported metal clusters, and ultrathin films has laid foundational principles in surface science. At the same time, his more recent contributions have elevated the field of single-atom catalysis through a unique blend of coordination chemistry, solid-state physics, and computational rigor. Gianfranco’s legacy extends beyond his scientific output: he has fostered international collaborations, mentored generations of researchers, and played a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of theoretical chemistry in Italy and beyond.

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催化事业：詹弗兰科·帕奇奥尼

本报告追溯了Gianfranco Pacchioni的科学之旅，他是催化和材料化学理论理解的先驱。从他早期对金属团簇和有机金属化合物研究的贡献到他在表面缺陷和单原子催化方面的开创性工作，Gianfranco深刻地塑造了我们对催化材料的电子结构和反应性的理解。他的职业生涯的一个决定性特征是他能够将化学复杂性转化为全面而强大的理论模型，经常预测实验结果并指导催化系统的设计。他在缺陷工程、氧化支撑金属团簇和超薄膜方面的工作为表面科学奠定了基础原则。同时，他最近的贡献提升了单原子催化领域，通过独特的配位化学，固态物理和计算严谨的混合。詹弗兰科的遗产不仅限于他的科学成果：他促进了国际合作，指导了几代研究人员，并在塑造意大利及其他国家的理论化学格局方面发挥了关键作用。

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ACS Catalysis CHEMISTRY, PHYSICAL-

CiteScore

20.80

自引率

6.20%

发文量

1253

审稿时长

1.5 months

期刊介绍： ACS Catalysis is an esteemed journal that publishes original research in the fields of heterogeneous catalysis, molecular catalysis, and biocatalysis. It offers broad coverage across diverse areas such as life sciences, organometallics and synthesis, photochemistry and electrochemistry, drug discovery and synthesis, materials science, environmental protection, polymer discovery and synthesis, and energy and fuels. The scope of the journal is to showcase innovative work in various aspects of catalysis. This includes new reactions and novel synthetic approaches utilizing known catalysts, the discovery or modification of new catalysts, elucidation of catalytic mechanisms through cutting-edge investigations, practical enhancements of existing processes, as well as conceptual advances in the field. Contributions to ACS Catalysis can encompass both experimental and theoretical research focused on catalytic molecules, macromolecules, and materials that exhibit catalytic turnover.