Topic: Catalysis in the New Era: Balancing Tradition and Innovation-Insights from the 22nd National Catalysis Conference

Catalysis remains a cornerstone of modern science and technology, driving advancements in energy conversion, environmental sustainability, and chemical manufacturing. As we enter a new era, the challenge lies in maintaining the core principles of catalytic science while embracing cutting-edge innovations to address urgent global needs, such as carbon neutrality, green synthesis, and sustainable fuel production. The 22nd National Catalysis Conference highlights this dynamic interplay between tradition and innovation, aiming to foster new perspectives and transformative research in the field.

This Special Issue seeks to showcase pioneering work in catalytic materials, reaction mechanisms, and industrial applications. We welcome original research articles, reviews, and short communications covering key topics, including:

● Advanced catalytic processes for carbon transformation and utilization;

● Hydrogen production, storage, and utilization technologies;

● Electrocatalysis and photocatalysis for sustainable energy solutions;

● Machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven catalyst design;

● Emerging methodologies integrating efficiency and environmental sustainability.

By bridging classical catalytic principles with modern advancements, this Special Issue aims to provide a platform for collaboration and knowledge exchange, accelerating the development of next-generation catalytic technologies for a more sustainable future.

Catalysis innovation, sustainable energy conversion, carbon transformation electrocatalysis and photocatalysis, hydrogen production and storage machine learning in catalysis, green chemical synthesis, advanced catalytic materials

20 Oct 2025