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This chapter presents a comprehensive review of recent advancements in catalytic materials, emphasizing their vital role in driving sustainable chemical processes. It systematically explores the major classes of catalysts including metallic catalysts, metal oxides, complex composites, and biological catalysts highlighting their distinctive properties, mechanistic functionalities, and broad spectrum of catalytic applications. Special attention is given to the synthesis techniques of these materials, spanning from well-established conventional methods such as sol–gel processing, hydrothermal synthesis, electrochemical deposition, co-precipitation, impregnation, and chemical vapor deposition, to innovative green synthesis routes. The latter includes the use of bio-based precursors, microwave-assisted methods, mechanochemical approaches, solvent-free techniques, and supercritical fluid technologies, aligned with the principles of green chemistry, circular economy, and environmental sustainability. Furthermore, the chapter underscores the critical role of physical and chemical characterization techniques in unraveling the structure–activity relationships of catalysts, enabling precise optimization for targeted applications. Advanced techniques such as XRD, SEM/TEM, BET, FTIR, XPS, and electrochemical analysis are discussed as essential tools in catalyst evaluation. Importantly, this chapter not only offers valuable insights into the design, development, and performance assessment of environmentally friendly catalytic materials but also addresses the strategic considerations and challenges involved in scaling up production. The potential economic and ecological benefits of transitioning toward sustainable catalytic technologies are also analyzed, offering a compelling case for integrating these innovations into industrial and environmental processes. Through this synthesis of knowledge, the chapter aims to guide researchers, engineers, and policymakers in fostering the next generation of catalytic solutions for a greener future.

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Catalytic Materials Synthesis and Characterization Techniques

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    2026年

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  • Nur Najwa Abdul Talib,
  • Zakariyya Uba Zango,
  • Asmaa’ Zainal Abidin,
  • Numan Arshid

摘要

This chapter presents a comprehensive review of recent advancements in catalytic materials, emphasizing their vital role in driving sustainable chemical processes. It systematically explores the major classes of catalysts including metallic catalysts, metal oxides, complex composites, and biological catalysts highlighting their distinctive properties, mechanistic functionalities, and broad spectrum of catalytic applications. Special attention is given to the synthesis techniques of these materials, spanning from well-established conventional methods such as sol–gel processing, hydrothermal synthesis, electrochemical deposition, co-precipitation, impregnation, and chemical vapor deposition, to innovative green synthesis routes. The latter includes the use of bio-based precursors, microwave-assisted methods, mechanochemical approaches, solvent-free techniques, and supercritical fluid technologies, aligned with the principles of green chemistry, circular economy, and environmental sustainability. Furthermore, the chapter underscores the critical role of physical and chemical characterization techniques in unraveling the structure–activity relationships of catalysts, enabling precise optimization for targeted applications. Advanced techniques such as XRD, SEM/TEM, BET, FTIR, XPS, and electrochemical analysis are discussed as essential tools in catalyst evaluation. Importantly, this chapter not only offers valuable insights into the design, development, and performance assessment of environmentally friendly catalytic materials but also addresses the strategic considerations and challenges involved in scaling up production. The potential economic and ecological benefits of transitioning toward sustainable catalytic technologies are also analyzed, offering a compelling case for integrating these innovations into industrial and environmental processes. Through this synthesis of knowledge, the chapter aims to guide researchers, engineers, and policymakers in fostering the next generation of catalytic solutions for a greener future.