{"title":"Front Cover: Selectivity and Microkinetic Insights on Ethylene Oligomerization over Ni Encapsulated in a Brønsted-less Hollow ZSM-5 Zeolite (ChemCatChem 18/2025)","authors":"Omar Abed, Hend Omar Mohammed, Rushana Khairova, Idoia Hita, Vijay Velisoju, Natalia Morlanés, Mark Meijerink, Abdul-Hamid Emwas, Sergio Vernuccio, Pedro Castaño","doi":"10.1002/cctc.70316","DOIUrl":"10.1002/cctc.70316","url":null,"abstract":"<p><b>The Front Cover</b> shows the encapsulation of Ni species inside hollow ZSM-5 zeolite cages, emphasizing their role in ethylene oligomerization. The hollow structure isolates Ni<sup>2+</sup> active sites while reducing Brønsted acidity, promoting selective dimerization through the Cossee-Arlman mechanism. This unique catalyst allows us to work in intrinsic conditions and develop a microkinetic model to understand the reaction mechanisms and rates. More information can be found in the Research Article by S. Vernuccio, P. Castano and co-workers (DOI: 10.1002/cctc.202500957).\u0000\u0000 <figure>\u0000 <div><picture>\u0000 <source></source></picture><p></p>\u0000 </div>\u0000 </figure></p>","PeriodicalId":141,"journal":{"name":"ChemCatChem","volume":"17 18","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/cctc.70316","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145101948","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Cover Feature: Ambient CO2 Hydrogenation to Formate Over NiPd Catalyst (ChemCatChem 17/2025)","authors":"Jayashree Parthiban, Bhanu Priya, Rohit Kumar Rai, Satoshi Suganuma, Kiyotaka Nakajima, Sanjay Kumar Singh","doi":"10.1002/cctc.70300","DOIUrl":"10.1002/cctc.70300","url":null,"abstract":"<p><b>The Cover Feature</b> highlights a two-step integrated strategy for direct air capture (DAC) and subsequent conversion of CO<sub>2</sub> into formate by using a bimetallic Ni<sub>9</sub>Pd<sub>1</sub> catalytic system. To address the global challenge of rising atmospheric CO<sub>2</sub> concentrations, S. K. Singh and co-workers have developed a non-noble-metal-based bimetallic heterogeneous catalyst that enables the conversion of low-concentration CO<sub>2</sub> from air into formate. The catalyst demonstrates remarkable activity under ambient temperature, underscoring its potential for practical implementation in carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technologies. More information can be found in Research Article 10.1002/cctc.202500771.\u0000\u0000 <figure>\u0000 <div><picture>\u0000 <source></source></picture><p></p>\u0000 </div>\u0000 </figure></p>","PeriodicalId":141,"journal":{"name":"ChemCatChem","volume":"17 17","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/cctc.70300","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144998949","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Front Cover: Sustainable Production of 1-Propanol via the Selective Hydrogenolysis of Glycerol Over a Tailored Iridium–Rhenium Oxide Catalyst Supported on HUSY Zeolite (ChemCatChem 17/2025)","authors":"Supphathee Chaowamalee, Atikhun Chotirattanachote, Wongsakorn Khammee, Chanoknun Kalvibool, Chawalit Ngamcharussrivichai","doi":"10.1002/cctc.70297","DOIUrl":"10.1002/cctc.70297","url":null,"abstract":"<p><b>The Front Cover</b> presents a sustainable one-pot transformation of glycerol to 1-propanol by selective hydrogenolysis. A multifunctional Ir-ReO<sub>x</sub>/HUSY catalyst has been rationally designed to synergize three key functions: a metallic iridium site (yellow) promotes hydrogenation, oxophilic ReO<sub>x</sub> (blue) enhances glycerol activation, and the acidic HUSY zeolite (red and white) facilitates dehydration, resulting in improved 1-propanol productivity. More information can be found in the Research Article by C. Ngamcharussrivichai and co-workers (DOI: 10.1002/cctc.202500885).\u0000\u0000 <figure>\u0000 <div><picture>\u0000 <source></source></picture><p></p>\u0000 </div>\u0000 </figure></p>","PeriodicalId":141,"journal":{"name":"ChemCatChem","volume":"17 17","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-09-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/cctc.70297","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144997903","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
ChemCatChemPub Date : 2025-08-27DOI: 10.1002/cctc.202501116
Gousia Begum, Rakesh Chilivery, Krishna Kanthi Gudimella, S. Mohanapriya, Mallesham Baithy
{"title":"Recent Advancements in the Hydrodeoxygenation of Lignin-Derived Phenols to Cyclohexane-Based Products Over Supported Ruthenium Catalysts","authors":"Gousia Begum, Rakesh Chilivery, Krishna Kanthi Gudimella, S. Mohanapriya, Mallesham Baithy","doi":"10.1002/cctc.202501116","DOIUrl":"10.1002/cctc.202501116","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Lignin, being an underutilized component of cellulosic biomass has the potential to be converted into value-added chemicals and fuels. However, the recalcitrant nature of lignin to degradation has been a major hurdle in the valorization of lignin. The depolymerization (catalytic and pyrolytic) of lignin results in the formation of lignin-derived bio-oil comprising low-molecular-weight phenolic compounds (monomers, dimers, and oligomers) with much higher oxygen content than that required for the fuels. The catalytic hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) of lignin-derived phenolic compounds is one of the alluring opportunities for converting biomass materials to chemicals and fuels. The current article systematically reviews the advancement in the production of cyclohexane-based compounds from five primary lignin-derived monomers, phenol (PHE), guaiacol (GUA), cerulignol (CER), eugenol (EUG), and vanillin (VAN) using supported ruthenium (Ru) catalysts. The carbon-based zeolites and TiO<sub>2</sub>-based materials with distinguished properties are explored as the support for Ru nanoparticles. Understanding the characteristics of metal and its supports, along with the catalytic mechanisms and structure-activity relationships is crucial in developing HDO catalysts to produce selective products from lignin-derived phenolic monomers for practical applications. This review particularly highlights the significance of the synergistic interactions between ruthenium and the support materials during HDO reactions.</p>","PeriodicalId":141,"journal":{"name":"ChemCatChem","volume":"17 18","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/cctc.202501116","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145102358","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
ChemCatChemPub Date : 2025-08-27DOI: 10.1002/cctc.70272
Raghavendra Meena, Koen Marcus Draijer, Bastiaan van Dam, Prof. Han Zuilhof, Prof. Johannes Hendrik Bitter, Dr. Guanna Li
{"title":"Front Cover: Rationalizing Catalytic Performances of Mo/W-(Oxy)Carbides for Hydrodeoxygenation Reaction (ChemCatChem 16/2025)","authors":"Raghavendra Meena, Koen Marcus Draijer, Bastiaan van Dam, Prof. Han Zuilhof, Prof. Johannes Hendrik Bitter, Dr. Guanna Li","doi":"10.1002/cctc.70272","DOIUrl":"10.1002/cctc.70272","url":null,"abstract":"<p><b>The Front Cover</b> illustrates the catalytic dynamics of transition metal carbide catalysts during the hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) reaction and highlights that the transition metal oxycarbide species formed during the reaction play a key role in governing both HDO activity and selectivity. This study underscores the need to investigate the nature of active sites under operando conditions to establish rational structure-activity relationships. Further details can be found in the Research Article by G. Li and co-workers (DOI: 10.1002/cctc.202500659).\u0000\u0000 <figure>\u0000 <div><picture>\u0000 <source></source></picture><p></p>\u0000 </div>\u0000 </figure></p>","PeriodicalId":141,"journal":{"name":"ChemCatChem","volume":"17 16","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-27","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/cctc.70272","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144905436","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
ChemCatChemPub Date : 2025-08-22DOI: 10.1002/cctc.202500902
Qiangqiang Wu, Weixiang Xiong, Guangxing Yang
{"title":"H2 Activation and Adsorbed H Species on Pt-Based Heterogeneous Catalysts: Fundamentals and Advances","authors":"Qiangqiang Wu, Weixiang Xiong, Guangxing Yang","doi":"10.1002/cctc.202500902","DOIUrl":"10.1002/cctc.202500902","url":null,"abstract":"<p>H<sub>2</sub> activation on heterogeneous catalysts is a fundamental step in numerous chemical processes, with the nature of adsorbed hydrogen (H) species playing a critical role in catalytic performance. In this review, we systematically categorize the formation of different H species based on the coordination environment of active metal sites, distinguishing between homolytic and heterolytic H<sub>2</sub> dissociation pathways. Focusing on Pt-based heterogeneous catalysts, we provide atomic-scale insights into adsorbed H species and Pt metal. The experimental detection of Pt─H adducts is then critically evaluated via three key spectroscopic techniques: infrared (IR) spectroscopy, inelastic neutron scattering (INS) spectroscopy, and X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS), highlighting recent advancements in spectral interpretation. Complementary theoretical studies that can provide binding details of Pt─H bonds are also discussed to elucidate Pt─H adsorption configurations, binding energies, dynamic properties, and coverage-dependent behavior. Finally, we summarize the strengths and limitations of each characterization method and provide perspectives on future research directions for understanding adsorbed H species in catalysis. This review aims to bridge the gap between experimental observations and theoretical modeling, offering a comprehensive foundation for designing more efficient catalysts in hydrogen-involved reactions.</p>","PeriodicalId":141,"journal":{"name":"ChemCatChem","volume":"17 18","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145101962","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Selectivity and Microkinetic Insights on Ethylene Oligomerization over Ni Encapsulated in a Brønsted-less Hollow ZSM-5 Zeolite","authors":"Omar Abed, Hend Omar Mohammed, Rushana Khairova, Idoia Hita, Vijay Velisoju, Natalia Morlanés, Mark Meijerink, Abdul-Hamid Emwas, Sergio Vernuccio, Pedro Castaño","doi":"10.1002/cctc.202500957","DOIUrl":"10.1002/cctc.202500957","url":null,"abstract":"<p>We encapsulated Ni nanoparticles in a hollow ZSM-5 zeolite catalyst using the dissolution-recrystallization method to catalyze ethylene oligomerization. Our aim is to engineer an idealized catalyst free of Brønsted acid contributions to kinetics or deactivation, having isolated and encapsulated Ni<sup>2</sup>⁺–zeolite species, to study the intrinsic oligomerization kinetics on Ni<sup>2</sup>⁺–zeolite through an experimental and microkinetic standpoint. We proved how the hollow architecture encapsulates both Ni<sup>2</sup>⁺ and NiO species, being the former significantly more active and selective toward dimerization. A comprehensive microkinetic model, grounded in the Cossee-Arlman mechanism and parameterized using experimental data, provides a detailed understanding of the reaction network on isolated Ni<sup>2</sup>⁺ sites. The model reveals that while linear butene formation dominates, its selectivity decreases with increasing ethylene conversion, temperature, and pressure, highlighting the contribution of isomerization pathways at elevated temperatures. This study focuses on the method to develop isolated oligomerization sites and then studies the intrinsic microkinetic pathways and rates.</p>","PeriodicalId":141,"journal":{"name":"ChemCatChem","volume":"17 18","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145101053","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
ChemCatChemPub Date : 2025-08-15DOI: 10.1002/cctc.202500768
Prof.Dr. Lucjan Chmielarz
{"title":"Catalytic Methods for Purification of Exhaust Gases Produced by Ammonia-Fueled Engines","authors":"Prof.Dr. Lucjan Chmielarz","doi":"10.1002/cctc.202500768","DOIUrl":"10.1002/cctc.202500768","url":null,"abstract":"<p>Ammonia is a potential fuel for use in engines. Burning of ammonia does not result in the CO<sub>x</sub> formation, and therefore, ammonia could be classified as a sustainable fuel. On the other hand, in this case, exhaust gases may contain significant amounts of unburned ammonia and nitrogen oxides (including N<sub>2</sub>O) as pollutants. The problem of the possible catalytic systems for exhaust gases purification is analyzed and discussed, mainly with respect to the application of catalytic processes for NO<sub>x</sub>, N<sub>2</sub>O, and ammonia conversions. The various types of catalysts operating under condtions of exhaust gases (e.g., temperature and composition) were compared and the most promissing catalytic systems were proposed. Attention was mainly focused on the use of pure ammonia as a fuel, although some issues relating to the combustion of mixed fuels, such as ammonia - hydrocarbon fuels as well as ammonia - hydrogen (H<sub>2</sub> obtained by catalytic decomposition of ammonia) were also presented and discussed.</p>","PeriodicalId":141,"journal":{"name":"ChemCatChem","volume":"17 17","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144999123","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
ChemCatChemPub Date : 2025-08-07DOI: 10.1002/cctc.70238
Jaxiry S. Barroso-Martínez, María Escudero-Escribano
{"title":"Front Cover: In Situ Elucidation of Reaction Mechanisms in Electrocatalysis Using Scanning Electrochemical Microscopy (ChemCatChem 15/2025)","authors":"Jaxiry S. Barroso-Martínez, María Escudero-Escribano","doi":"10.1002/cctc.70238","DOIUrl":"10.1002/cctc.70238","url":null,"abstract":"<p><b>The Front Cover</b> illustrates the versatility of scanning electrochemical microscopy (SECM) as a powerful tool for probing electrocatalytic surfaces. The Review by J. S. Barroso-Martínez and M. Escudero-Escribano (DOI: 10.1002/cctc.202500352) highlights the integration of SECM as an in-situ technique and its growing role in the mechanistic study of electrocatalytic reactions, offering new insights into local activity at the electrochemical interface.\u0000\u0000 <figure>\u0000 <div><picture>\u0000 <source></source></picture><p></p>\u0000 </div>\u0000 </figure></p>","PeriodicalId":141,"journal":{"name":"ChemCatChem","volume":"17 15","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/cctc.70238","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145135301","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
ChemCatChemPub Date : 2025-08-07DOI: 10.1002/cctc.70239
Vera V. Khrizanforova, Robert R. Fayzullin, Ruslan B. Zaripov, Tatiana P. Gerasimova, Vladimir I. Morozov, Evgeniya B. Krasovskaya, Yulia H. Budnikova
{"title":"Cover Feature: Mono- and Dimetallic [Mn(CO)3] Complexes with the Iminopyridine Ligand for Both Hydrogen and Syngas Productions (ChemCatChem 15/2025)","authors":"Vera V. Khrizanforova, Robert R. Fayzullin, Ruslan B. Zaripov, Tatiana P. Gerasimova, Vladimir I. Morozov, Evgeniya B. Krasovskaya, Yulia H. Budnikova","doi":"10.1002/cctc.70239","DOIUrl":"10.1002/cctc.70239","url":null,"abstract":"<p><b>The Cover Feature</b> illustrates the efficiency of two novel mono- and dimetallic tricarbonyl manganese(I) complexes with an acenaphthene-based iminopyridine ligand in electrocatalytic CO<sub>2</sub> reduction reaction (CO<sub>2</sub>RR) and hydrogen evolution reaction (HER). It was found that the monomeric manganese complex is reduced in a ligand-centered manner and shows much higher efficiency in these reactions (TON, TOF, overpotential) compared to the metal-centered reduced dimeric Mn<sup>I</sup> complex. More information can be found in the Research Article by V. V. Khrizanforova, Yu. H. Budnikova and co-workers (DOI: 10.1002/cctc.202500078).\u0000\u0000 <figure>\u0000 <div><picture>\u0000 <source></source></picture><p></p>\u0000 </div>\u0000 </figure></p>","PeriodicalId":141,"journal":{"name":"ChemCatChem","volume":"17 15","pages":""},"PeriodicalIF":3.9,"publicationDate":"2025-08-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://chemistry-europe.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/cctc.70239","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"145135304","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}