Review of Catalysts is an international, peer-reviewed scholarly journal dedicated to the advancement of fundamental and applied research in catalysis and catalyzed reactions. The journal provides a global platform for the dissemination of high-quality review articles, original research papers, short communications, and perspectives that contribute to the understanding, design, characterization, and application of catalysts in chemical, biological, environmental, and energy-related processes.
The journal aims to promote interdisciplinary research that advances catalytic science and technology, covering both theoretical and experimental studies. Contributions addressing catalyst development, catalytic mechanisms, reaction engineering, catalyst characterization, process optimization, and industrial applications are particularly encouraged.
Scope of the Journal
1. Fundamental Catalysis Science
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Principles and theories of catalysis
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Catalytic reaction mechanisms
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Catalytic cycles and reaction pathways
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Activation energy and reaction kinetics
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Chemical equilibrium in catalytic systems
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Structure–activity relationships
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Catalyst stability and deactivation mechanisms
2. Heterogeneous Catalysis
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Solid catalysts and catalytic materials
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Metal, metal oxide, and supported catalysts
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Zeolites, porous materials, and nanocatalysts
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Surface chemistry and adsorption phenomena
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Environmental and industrial catalysis
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Photocatalysis and thermocatalysis
3. Homogeneous Catalysis
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Transition-metal catalysis
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Organometallic catalytic systems
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Coordination chemistry in catalysis
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Selective catalytic transformations
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Mechanistic studies of homogeneous catalytic reactions
4. Biocatalysis and Enzyme Catalysis
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Enzyme-catalyzed reactions
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Biocatalysts and biotransformations
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Protein engineering for catalysis
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Immobilized enzymes
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Industrial and pharmaceutical biocatalysis
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Microbial and whole-cell catalysis
5. Electrocatalysis and Energy Catalysis
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Electrocatalysts for energy conversion
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Fuel cells and electrolyzers
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Water splitting and hydrogen production
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Carbon dioxide reduction catalysis
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Electrochemical reaction mechanisms
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Sustainable energy applications
6. Organocatalysis
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Small-molecule organic catalysts
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Asymmetric organocatalysis
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Organocatalytic synthesis
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Green and sustainable catalytic methodologies
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Mechanistic aspects of organocatalytic reactions
7. Specialized Catalytic Systems
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Autocatalysis
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Phase-transfer catalysis
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Acid and base catalysis
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Photocatalysis
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Cooperative catalysis
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Tandem and cascade catalysis
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Multifunctional catalytic systems
8. Catalyst Components and Catalytic Performance
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Precatalysts and catalyst activation
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Cocatalysts and synergistic catalysis
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Promoters in cooperative catalysis
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Catalyst modifiers and additives
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Catalytic inhibitors and poisoning effects
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Catalyst regeneration and recycling
9. Emerging and Applied Catalysis
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Green catalysis and sustainable chemistry
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Catalysis for environmental remediation
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Catalysis in chemical manufacturing
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Catalytic materials for renewable resources
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Artificial intelligence and computational catalysis
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Process intensification and catalytic reactor design
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Industrial catalytic technologies
Types of Articles
The journal welcomes:
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Comprehensive Review Articles
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Original Research Articles
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Short Communications
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Perspectives and Mini-Reviews
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Technical Notes
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Special Issues on Emerging Topics in Catalysis
Review of Catalysts seeks to foster scientific excellence and innovation by publishing impactful contributions that advance the understanding and practical application of catalytic science across academia, research institutions, and industry worldwide.