Advanced Materials for Catalytic Applications in Water Remediation, Organic Degradation, and Water Splitting

Advanced materials for catalytic applications is not only a rapidly developing area of science, but also an intensively developed technology in industry. This topic covers the development, characterization and application of innovative catalytic materials, including nanomaterials, metal-organic frameworks, semiconductor-based catalysts and hybrid composites, to improve the efficiency of processes such as water purification, degradation of organic pollutants or water splitting to produce hydrogen. These topics are one of the most important challenges of still developing economies, and solutions that allow to reduce the negative impact of this development on the environment are extremely valuable and should be widely disseminated not only to scientists but also to the rest of society.

We invite researchers working on new synthesis methods, surface modification techniques or computational approaches to increase catalytic efficiency to submit their papers. Studies emphasizing the role of advanced materials in combating pollutants, improving the selectivity and stability of catalysts and optimizing energy efficiency in water splitting reactions are especially welcome. Insights into the mechanisms, structure-performance relationships, and real-world applications will contribute to a deeper understanding of the potential of these materials. We invite authors to submit original research articles, reviews, and perspective articles that demonstrate the potential of advanced catalytic materials to achieve sustainable development, green and economic solutions, or exhibit extraordinary properties.

Keywords:

Photocatalysis, photoelectrocatalysis, piezocatalysis, water remediation, water splitting, pollutants degradation