Supported Metal Single Atom Catalysis

Single atom catalysis is a powerful research area in catalysis science, combining the advantages of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts. Supported Metal Single Atom Catalysis provides an authoritative and up-to-date overview of the emerging field, covering synthesis, preparation, characterization, modeling, and applications of SACs. This comprehensive volume introduces the basic principles of single atom catalysis, describes metal oxide and carbon support materials, presents characterization techniques, and discusses SACs in selective hydrogenation, oxidation reactions, activation of small molecules, C-C bond formation, and biomedical applications. Highlights the activity, selectivity, and stability advantages of supported metal SACs compared to other heterogeneous catalysts.

Format: Hardback
Length: 688 pages
Publication date: 23 March 2022
Publisher: Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH

Single atom catalysis is a cutting-edge and rapidly evolving field within the realm of catalysis science, offering immense potential for advancements in various industries. Supported metal catalysts, which combine the advantages of homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts, have gained widespread recognition and application in the chemical industry. These catalysts, known as single atom catalysts (SACs), exhibit remarkable stability, activity, and high dispersion of the active phase, making them highly effective in various processes.

Supported Metal Single Atom Catalysis provides a comprehensive and authoritative exploration of this emerging field. It delves into the synthesis, preparation, characterization, modeling, and applications of SACs. The book begins by introducing the fundamental principles of single atom catalysis, discussing the use of metal oxides and carbon support materials for SAC preparation. It then presents characterization techniques and theoretical calculations to better understand the behavior of these catalysts.

The book further explores SACs' applications in selective hydrogenation, oxidation reactions, activation of small molecules, C-C bond formation, and biomedical applications. It highlights the activity, selectivity, and stability advantages of supported metal SACs compared to other heterogeneous catalysts. Additionally, chapters are dedicated to single atom alloys and supported double and triple metal atom catalysts, expanding the scope of SACs' potential applications.

Supported Metal Single Atom Catalysis serves as an indispensable reference for researchers, academicians, and industry professionals engaged in the fields of catalysis, solid-state chemistry, materials science, and spectroscopy. It offers a comprehensive understanding of the latest developments, theoretical insights, and practical applications of SACs, enabling them to contribute to the advancement of this rapidly evolving field.

With its extensive coverage, detailed explanations, and practical examples, Supported Metal Single Atom Catalysis is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to explore the potential of single atom catalysis in industrial processes and other applications.

Weight: 1414g
Dimension: 248 x 176 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783527348442