{"title":"Guidelines toward reliable facets characterization for structure-sensitive reactions","authors":"Mohamad Sahban Alnarabiji, Michiel Dusselier","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100926","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100926","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Synthesizing defined facets/morphologies with atomic precise arrangements and testing them to control catalytic activity and selectivity is gaining traction. Researchers from different backgrounds took serious initiatives to explore this young area of research. Since there are no clear guidelines in the literature demonstrating the ideal method (or a method that most approximates reality) in determining the facets of the materials, it can be seen that there are many recent studies which proposed methods that are highly prone to overinterpretation or even wrong, which leads to precarious conclusions in this field. Therefore, it is our aim here to demonstrate the main points of confusion between the definitions and practices. Our contribution concludes with recommendations and an outlook.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100926"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-19","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140765680","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Deep eutectic solvents for synthesis of 5-hydroxymethylfurfural","authors":"Haixin Guo , Xinhua Qi","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100924","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100924","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>One of the most versatile platform chemicals that can be produced from lignocellulosic biomass with acid catalysis is 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF). Deep eutectic solvents (DES), which are mixtures of hydrogen bond acceptor and hydrogen bond donor compounds that form low-melting point complexes are environmentally friendly and can be advantageously in HMF production as reaction phase, catalyst, co-catalyst, separation additive, or biphasic extractant. In this review, HMF production from biomass-derived carbohydrates along with the role of DES are highlighted with challenges being qualitatively assessed according to applicability, relative solvent cost, chemical safety, and R3 (reduce, reuse, recycle) indicators.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100924"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-15","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140771487","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recent advances in 3D printing for continuous flow chemistry","authors":"Mireia Benito Montaner, Stephen T. Hilton","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100923","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100923","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Continuous flow processes have distinct advantages over batch chemistry when it comes to long-term sustainability in the chemical industry, and they are widely acknowledged as being a greener approach to synthesis. However, despite this, the high costs and complexity of current commercial systems act as barriers to entry in this key technology for new entrants, stymieing chemists transition to continuous flow. In this overview, we discuss how 3D printing has emerged as a transformative force for chemists seeking to move into continuous flow. Alongside the physical equipment and microreactors, recent reports on incorporation of catalysts into 3D-printed reactors offers great promise for recyclability and environmental sustainability and the combined convergence of 3D printing and catalysis represents a transformative shift toward environmentally conscious, efficient, and standardized chemical processes in continuous flow.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100923"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-10","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2452223624000440/pdfft?md5=e399ecaa73ac2f053fe99f59344973a3&pid=1-s2.0-S2452223624000440-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140758638","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jason D. Williams , Peter Sagmeister , C. Oliver Kappe
{"title":"Dynamic flow experiments for data-rich optimization","authors":"Jason D. Williams , Peter Sagmeister , C. Oliver Kappe","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100921","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100921","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Flow chemistry is having an increasing influence on manufacturing in the chemical industry, but significant barriers remain in the development of these continuous processes. Dynamic flow experiments have the potential to democratize and accelerate process development in a data-rich manner, reducing time and material wastage. Models based on the data gathered can also be leveraged to decrease waste in a manufacturing environment. Here, we summarize the literature reports of dynamic flow experiments (most of which are from the past 5 years), with a focus on experiment design, process analytics, and utilization of the resulting data. Finally, an example of dynamic experiments in pharmaceutical development is discussed in detail. A higher uptake of dynamic experiments in industrial environments in the coming years will undoubtedly facilitate greener manufacturing processes.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100921"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2452223624000427/pdfft?md5=c5a85c6dc4eeecf664fe0b5c554c3844&pid=1-s2.0-S2452223624000427-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140623381","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kah Yein Cheong , Sieng Huat Kong , Shin Ying Foong , Peter Nai Yuh Yek , Thanh-Binh Nguyen , Nyuk Ling Ma , Cheng-Di Dong , Su Shiung Lam
{"title":"Valorization of marine-derived wastes as green sorbents","authors":"Kah Yein Cheong , Sieng Huat Kong , Shin Ying Foong , Peter Nai Yuh Yek , Thanh-Binh Nguyen , Nyuk Ling Ma , Cheng-Di Dong , Su Shiung Lam","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100922","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100922","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This article reviews various synthesis and modification methods employed for valorization of marine-derived wastes into green sorbents, which show promise for mitigating pollutants from diverse sources. This approach is particularly relevant for promoting sustainable development in shellfish processing industry. In-depth discussions cover the physicochemical characteristics of the green sorbents, including surface area and porosity, sorption capacity and surface functionality, and how they affect their reactivity with different pollutants. The prospects and technical challenges associated with regenerating these green sorbents are highlighted and addressed to conclude this state-of-the-art review.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100922"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140758670","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Shin Ying Foong , Rock Keey Liew , Peter Nai Yuh Yek , Yi Herng Chan , Su Shiung Lam
{"title":"A review in production of nitrogen-enriched carbon materials via chitin pyrolysis and activation for enhanced wastewater remediation","authors":"Shin Ying Foong , Rock Keey Liew , Peter Nai Yuh Yek , Yi Herng Chan , Su Shiung Lam","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100920","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100920","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This review explores the thermal conversion of chitin, an abundant and low-cost biomaterial, into value-added chitin-biochar via pyrolysis and activation processes. Chitin-biochar exhibits desirable porosity, surface functionality, and adsorption potential, rendering it suitable for environmental applications as an eco-friendly adsorbent. The review highlights the versatility of chitin-biochar by comparing the insect-derived and crustacean-derived sources, showcasing its adaptability across different biomass feedstocks. Notably, the tailor ability of its physicochemical properties through activation, coupled with adsorption capabilities in water treatment, non-toxic nature, and biodegradability, position it as a promising material for industrial applications and circular economy integration. This review provides insights into production processes, adsorption performance, and sustainability aspects, paving the way for future research and large-scale sustainable implementation of chitin–biochar technology.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100920"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-03","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140621133","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Georg M. Guebitz , Orietta Monticelli , Gibson S. Nyanhongo , Alessandro Pellis
{"title":"Biocatalysis: Sustainable solutions for the synthesis and depolymerization of aromatic–aliphatic polymers","authors":"Georg M. Guebitz , Orietta Monticelli , Gibson S. Nyanhongo , Alessandro Pellis","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100919","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100919","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The recent energy crisis and the increasing societal awareness of the problems caused by plastic pollution have enhanced the efforts and the funding to develop novel technologies for the synthesis, processing, and recycling of innovative materials. This review article summarizes the most recent advances made on the use of biocatalysis as a sustainable technology for the synthesis and the recycling of nonfuranic aromatic polyesters, a very young and still largely unexplored field that has a great potential to provide alternative solutions to the use of 2,5-furandicarboxylic acid to produce aromatic-aliphatic polyesters.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100919"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-03-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2452223624000403/pdfft?md5=a105c0ee4536ec8694d15da52b322f72&pid=1-s2.0-S2452223624000403-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140404803","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Green synthesis and sustainable processing routes","authors":"Georgia Papanikolaou, Gabriele Centi, Siglinda Perathoner, Paola Lanzafame","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100918","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100918","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This perspective analyses last year's trends in green synthesis and sustainable processing routes from the viewpoint of the leading emerging industrial directions and needs. After briefly introducing the future scenario, the aspects discussed regard carbon neutrality and defossilization of the chemical industry, electrification of the processes and introduction of low-carbon H<sub>2</sub> routes. Some elements of artificial leaf and solar-to-X technologies, as well as e-chemistry, are also discussed. Trends, opportunities, and personal concerns regarding some directions are presented. The aim is to give clues to analyse this complex topic rather than offer a state-of-the-art and in-depth discussion of the presented examples.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100918"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-03-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2452223624000397/pdfft?md5=a0be79a17a0a9a5d784f48c4e40bbd29&pid=1-s2.0-S2452223624000397-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140404867","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Muhammad Mahmood Ahmed , Tuba Tariq , Mirza Abid Mehmood , Muhammad Ashfaq , Murtaza Hasan
{"title":"Advanced strategies to mitigate heavy metals in ground and sewage water","authors":"Muhammad Mahmood Ahmed , Tuba Tariq , Mirza Abid Mehmood , Muhammad Ashfaq , Murtaza Hasan","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100917","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100917","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Water, a fundamental resource for life, faces an increasing threat from heavy-metal pollution driven by population growth, industrialization, and shifting consumption patterns. This review addresses the rising threat of heavy-metal contamination in water resources by examining its causes and awful consequences. By evaluating innovative mitigation strategies the study emphasizes a key role of plant–microbe interactions, nanotechnology-based remediation, and environmental biotechnological approaches such as including real-time monitoring and microbial fuel cells. Insights provided contribute to a universal understanding that is used to pave the way for sustainable solutions to combat heavy-metal pollution and safeguard global water ecosystems.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100917"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-03-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140407314","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Plasma catalysis in ammonia production and decomposition: Use it, or lose it?","authors":"Yury Gorbanev, Igor Fedirchyk, Annemie Bogaerts","doi":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100916","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.cogsc.2024.100916","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>The combination of plasma with catalysis for the synthesis and decomposition of NH<sub>3</sub> is an attractive route to the production of carbon-neutral fertiliser and energy carriers and its conversion into H<sub>2</sub>. Recent years have seen fast developments in the field of plasma-catalytic NH<sub>3</sub> life cycle. This work summarises the most recent advances in plasma-catalytic and related NH<sub>3</sub>-focussed processes, identifies some of the most important discoveries, and addresses plausible strategies for future developments in plasma-based NH<sub>3</sub> technology.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":54228,"journal":{"name":"Current Opinion in Green and Sustainable Chemistry","volume":"47 ","pages":"Article 100916"},"PeriodicalIF":9.3,"publicationDate":"2024-03-29","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140398361","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":2,"RegionCategory":"化学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}