Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Weiping Deng, Longfei Yan, Binju Wang, Qihui Zhang, Haiyan Song, Shanshan Wang, Qinghong Zhang, Ye Wang
Summary: Efficient catalysts using carbon nanotube-supported platinum nanoparticles and activated carbon-supported rhenium oxide and palladium have been discovered for the transformation of glucose into adipic acid. The combination of rhenium oxide and palladium achieves a 99% yield in removing hydroxyl groups from glucaric acid to produce adipic acid. This work presents a green synthesis route for adipic acid and provides a bifunctional-catalysis strategy for efficient deoxygenation.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2021)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yanpeng Zhu, Jiaobing Wang
Summary: This article summarizes the research progress and importance of synthetic nanographene in the field of chemistry. With precise atomic structure and unique molecular properties, nanographene has applications in optoelectronics, nanotechnologies, and biomedicine.
ACCOUNTS OF CHEMICAL RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Chen Ling, George L. Peabody, Davinia Salvachua, Young-Mo Kim, Colin M. Kneucker, Christopher H. Calvey, Michela A. Monninger, Nathalie Munoz Munoz, Brenton C. Poirier, Kelsey J. Ramirez, Peter C. St John, Sean P. Woodworth, Jon K. Magnuson, Kristin E. Burnum-Johnson, Adam M. Guss, Christopher W. Johnson, Gregg T. Beckham
Summary: Efficient muconate production from glucose and xylose has been achieved through adaptive laboratory evolution, metabolic engineering, and rational strain engineering strategies.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Hao Ma, Ye He, Peng Chen, Hong Wang, Yanjuan Sun, Jieyuan Li, Fan Dong, Gengxin Xie, Jianping Sheng
Summary: This review summarizes the recent progress in ultrathin two-dimensional Bi-based photocatalysts, discussing synthetic methods, defect engineering strategies, and the effects of ultrathin structure on photocatalysis. Future chances and challenges in the development and application of ultrathin 2D Bi-based materials are also highlighted.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Applied
Joao Carlos S. Soares, Arthur Henrique A. Goncalves, Fatima M. Z. Zotin, Lucia R. Raddi de Araujo, Alexandre B. Gaspar
Summary: The one-step oxidative cleavage of cyclohexene to adipic acid using H2O2 as oxidizing agent and heteropolysalts as heterogeneous catalysts was successfully achieved without additives. The best catalyst K3PW12O40 calcined at 600 degrees C showed the highest yield of adipic acid (83%). The reaction mechanism involved primary oxidation of cyclohexene and observed undesirable parallel reactions such as rearrangement of 1,2-cyclohexanediol and allyl oxidation.
Article
Agricultural Engineering
Sang Min Lee, Ju Young Lee, Ji-Sook Hahn, Seung-Ho Baek
Summary: This study successfully developed an efficient platform strain using Yarrowia lipolytica for the bioconversion of renewable resources into adipic acid, achieving a remarkable increase in production level.
BIORESOURCE TECHNOLOGY
(2024)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Min -Young Oh, Lohit Kumar Srinivas Gujjala, Wangyun Won
Summary: Development of biorefineries is crucial due to heavy reliance on fossil fuels. This study presents an integrated process for co-production of 2,3-butanediol (BDO) and adipic acid from white birch. Heat integration through pinch analysis reduced heating energy requirement by 87%. Economic and environmental analyses were performed using discounted cash flow analysis and life cycle assessment. Sensitivity analysis showed that feedstock price and production rate are the most influential factors. The integrative analyses in this study will contribute to the development of sustainable biorefineries.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Zhiyan Chen, Haozhe Li, Keyan Sheng, Xiaohan Dong, Jushigang Yuan, Shuai Hao, Minghao Li, Rongxian Bai, Yves Queneau, Alexander Sidorenko, Jiang Huang, Yanlong Gu
Summary: An efficient approach for dipolar modification of commercially available solid catalysts, HMS-DMSO, is reported. The dipolar catalysts, decorated with organic dipolar layers, can serve as platforms to introduce various active sites and achieve catalytic performance in relatively friendly systems.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Pietro Franceschi, Sara Cuadros, Giulio Goti, Luca Dell'Amico
Summary: The synthesis of four-membered heterocycles often requires complex procedures and prefunctionalized reactants. An alternative approach is the photochemical [2+2]-heterocycloaddition, but it is limited by the absorption profile of the carbonyl and the use of high-energy UV-light. This review highlights the progress made in developing visible light-driven [2+2]-heterocycloadditions and discusses the remaining challenges and potential future directions.
ANGEWANDTE CHEMIE-INTERNATIONAL EDITION
(2023)
Correction
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Derek R. Vardon, Mary Ann Franden, Christopher W. Johnson, Eric M. Karp, Michael T. Guarnieri, Jeffrey G. Linger, Michael J. Salm, Timothy J. Strathmann, Gregg T. Beckham
Summary: This article provides a correction on the production of adipic acid from lignin, presenting new perspectives and experimental results.
ENERGY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Haoqian Miao, Nikolay Shevchenko, Andrew L. Otsuki, Mark Mascal
Summary: The carbon nucleophilicity of biobased platform molecules allows for important chemical reactions, expanding their synthetic utility and potentially opening up new sustainable product markets.
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Teodora Constantinescu, Alin Grig Mihis
Summary: ATP-binding cassette subfamily G and tubulin pharmacological mechanisms decrease the effectiveness of anticancer drugs, while a series of chalcones have been found to have good anticancer activity. Modulation of methoxy substituents on the aromatic cycle of acetophenone residue and substitution of phenyl nucleus by a heterocycle have positive impact, and compounds binding to the colchicine binding site increase activity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MOLECULAR SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Biophysics
Shuting Li, Longjiao Zhu, Shenghao Lin, Wentao Xu
Summary: Toehold-mediated strand displacement (TMSD) reactions provide a fast, programmable and efficient way for DNA rehybridization. TMSD reactions have been widely used in biochemical sensing and medical diagnosis due to their enzyme-free and isothermal nature. The field faces challenges and has promising prospects.
BIOSENSORS & BIOELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Organic
Atul Kumar Sharma, Jagadeesh Malineni, Simon Box, Sina Ghiassinejad, Evelyne van Ruymbeke, Charles-Andre Fustin
Summary: This study presents a synthetic platform for mono-functionalized tridentate macrocycles based on a pyridine-2,6-bis-carboxamide motif. By synthesizing square planar palladium complex-based pseudorotaxanes with different axles and functional groups, the potential of this macrocycle family is demonstrated in preparing polymer materials with rotaxane junctions and mechanically-linked gels.
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY FRONTIERS
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xiangze Du, Yong Peng, Josep Albero, Dan Li, Changwei Hu, Hermenegildo Garcia
Summary: This study investigated the photocatalytic decarboxylation of octanoic acid using a series of modified TiO2 catalysts to produce mixtures of n-heptane and tetradecane. The optimal NaBH4 treatment was found to enhance the photocatalytic activity, leading to almost complete conversion of octanoic acid and high selectivity towards n-heptane and tetradecane. These results demonstrate the potential of photocatalytic decarboxylation for the production of synthetic fuels from biomass under mild conditions.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Shiling Fan, Mingxia Zhang, Hao Li
Summary: This study investigates the effect of oxyphilic metal doping on the structure and performance of Pd-based catalysts and finds that Zr doping improves acidity and generates oxygen vacancies, facilitating the fracture of C-O bonds in biomass derivatives.
Review
Chemistry, Applied
Hao Xu, Hao Li
Summary: This review critically summarizes the potentials and challenges of alcohol-assisted hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) strategy from diverse perspectives including safety, economics, and catalytic efficiency. The alcohol-assisted strategy is divided into combined reforming-HDO route and catalytic transfer hydrogenation/hydrogenolysis (CTH) route based on the discrepancies of in-situ hydrogen generation. Different catalytic behaviors are described and their applications are elaborated in several upgrading processes of representative biomass model compounds, aiming to illustrate the potentials of alcohol-assisted HDO in biomass utilization.
JOURNAL OF ENERGY CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Article
Energy & Fuels
Chunli Li, Yahui Zhang, Ji Ju, Hao Li
Summary: In this study, a N-doped carbon nanospheres-supported Pd catalyst for hydrodeoxygenation was designed by defect-enhancement engineering. The research found that enhancing defects could improve the dispersion of Pd nanoparticles, thus enhancing the catalytic activity under mild conditions. Additionally, the catalyst showed good recyclability.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Ning Liu, Zhensheng Yang, Yue Sun, Linna Shan, Hao Li, Zhiying Wang
Summary: Superhydrophobic isotactic polypropylene (iPP) microporous membranes with the lotus effect and rose-petal effect were prepared via micromolding phase separation. The membranes with the lotus effect showed better performance in terms of oil permeate flux, separation efficiency, anti-fouling ability, and recyclability compared to those with the rose-petal effect.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Man Lang, Hao Li
Summary: This article focuses on the latest advances in the hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) of lignin-derived phenolic compounds for the sustainable production of arenes. It systematically classifies and summarizes the newest achievements and reaction mechanisms of different types of catalysts involved in the HDO processes. The aim is to provide new research ideas and stimulate inspiration for scientists to contribute toward the development of a sustainable and carbon-neutral society.
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Shumei Feng, Yanyan Geng, Hongyan Liu, Hao Li
Summary: Intermetallic compounds (IMCs) play a crucial role in green manufacturing and energy conversion. This review examines methods for controlling the size and shape of IMCs, discusses characterization techniques, and highlights their unique catalytic properties and structure-activity relationship.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Yongqi Kuang, Yahui Zhang, Hao Li
Summary: In this study, a novel catalyst Pd/CNS was synthesized, which showed high selectivity for biomass hydrodeoxygenation under mild conditions. The ratio of S and N doping could be controlled by adjusting the amount of trithiocyanuric acid and 3-aminophenol precursors. The coordinated effect of N/S contributed to the formation of electron-rich defect surfaces, stabilizing Pd nanoparticles and accelerating substrate adsorption.
Review
Energy & Fuels
Man Lang, Hao Li
Summary: This review highlights recent achievements in catalysts for the hydrodeoxygenation conversion of lignin-derived phenolics into cyclohexane. The characteristics and reaction mechanisms of novel catalysts are summarized and discussed, aiming to provide a perspective for the design and development of highly active catalysts. Furthermore, suggestions for improving existing challenges and potential opportunities in this field are presented to inspire scientists to utilize biomass resources in fuel and chemical production.
Article
Energy & Fuels
Shiyu Sun, Yahui Zhang, Hao Li
Summary: In this study, a series of hollow carbon nanospheres anchored Pd nanoparticles (NPs) catalysts with different nitrogen doping contents were prepared for selective hydrodeoxygenation (HDO) of bio-models compound under mild conditions. The Pd/HCAFR-0.6 catalyst exhibited excellent catalytic performance for acetophenone (APh) HDO at 50 degrees C for 3 h, with a yield of ethylbenzene close to 99%. The unique hollow carbon nanospheres with abundant defects provided by appropriate nitrogen doping content contributed to the good catalytic results.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Hao Xu, Hao Li
Summary: A series of Pd/Nb2O5 catalysts with different crystal phases, including pseudohexagonal, orthorhombic, and monoclinic, were prepared by regulating the annealing temperature. Among them, Pd/Nb2O5-T catalyst exhibited excellent catalytic performance with 100% conversion and 98.9% selectivity of 2-methoxy-4-methylphenol (MMP) at room temperature within 30 min. This catalytic system also demonstrated robust stability and high activity after multiple recovery experiments. The strong metal-support interaction (SMSI) effect generated active interfacial Pd-O-Nb sites, accelerating the breaking of C-O bonds and achieving high catalytic performance.
JOURNAL OF CATALYSIS
(2023)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Man Lang, Hao Li
Summary: Efficient translation of renewable biomass into valuable chemicals and fuel is crucial for a sustainable economy and carbon-neutral society. This paper focuses on recent advancements in transforming lignin-derived phenolics into industrially relevant bulk chemicals using three novel technologies: electrocatalytic hydrogenation, non-thermal plasma-assisted catalysis, and photocatalytic hydrogenation. The reaction conditions, physicochemical properties, and reaction mechanisms of the employed catalytic systems are discussed, and the existing challenges and future research directions in this promising area are highlighted.
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Haifang Shen, Hao Li, Zhensheng Yang, Chunli Li
Summary: The hydrogen spillover effect (HSPE) plays a significant role in heterogeneous catalysis and hydrogen storage, influencing the properties and performance of porous nanomaterials as well as multiphase catalytic reactions. Recent advancements in characterization techniques have provided valuable insights into understanding the HSPE.
GREEN ENERGY & ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Xinyan Li, Shuo Ma, Hao Li
Summary: The rise of sustainable bio-based fuels and chemicals is an attractive solution to reduce fossil fuel use. Metal@zeolites have shown superior catalytic performance in biomass cleavage due to their controlled synthesis and unique structural properties. The unique distribution of metal and acidic sites in metal@zeolites exhibits high efficiency in biomass upgrading. However, there are still challenges and prospects in the construction and upgrading of catalytic biomass.
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Chunli Li, Huaming Yang, Ying Qi, Hao Li
Summary: Trace ethylene in storage environment can be removed effectively using Ag/ZSM-5 adsorbents. Among different adsorbents, Ag/ZSM-5 with a Si/Al ratio of 130 exhibited the best ethylene adsorption performance due to its higher silver ion content and larger number of weak Lewis acid sites.
NEW JOURNAL OF CHEMISTRY
(2022)
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Hongyu Wei, Zhiying Wang, Hao Li
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive overview of the application of water-oil biphasic solvents in biomass HDO and their influence on the reaction mechanism, including the increase of the reaction interface, stabilization of transition states, hindrance of active site inactivation, reduction of the hydrolysis rate, enhancement of the separation efficiency, and increase of the mass transfer rate by modulating the solubility of the reactants (or products).
