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Nano-catalysts: Key to the Greener Pathways Leading to Sustainability
Citation:
Varma, R. Nano-catalysts: Key to the Greener Pathways Leading to Sustainability. Journal of Thermodynamics and Catalysis. OMICS Publishing Group, LOS ANGELES , CA, 3(3):1, (2012).
Impact/Purpose:
This is an invitational editorial for the Journal of Thermodynamics and Catalysis
Description:
Synthetic processes using alternative energy input in combination with nano-catalysts shorten the reaction time that eliminate or minimize side product formation. This concept is already finding acceptance in the syntheses of pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, and polymers and may pave the way towards the greener and more sustainable approach to chemical syntheses. Newer developments on these themes, especially involving benign reaction media such as water and polyethylene glycol (PEG), in conjunction with photo activation, MW and ultrasonic irradiation, and/or ball-milling under solvent-free conditions, may help realize sustainable pathways for chemical synthesis and transformations, including the generation of novel nano-catalysts.
