Designing Catalysts for Formic Acid Dehydrogenation

In "Designing Catalysts for Formic Acid Dehydrogenation", author N. Johnee Britto delves into the world of catalyst design and the use of formic acid as a dehydrogenation agent. The focus of this book is on the development of efficient, selective, and stable catalysts for this reaction, which has significant potential for use in hydrogen production and energy storage applications.

The book explores the use of both heterogeneous and homogeneous catalysts, including those based on earth-abundant transition metals, and covers a range of catalyst design strategies. Ligand design, metal-organic frameworks, nanoparticles, and supported catalysts are among the topics covered, as are the use of formic acid for fuel cells and renewable energy.

Throughout the book, Britto emphasizes the importance of sustainability and green chemistry principles in catalyst design. The use of formic acid in carbon dioxide reduction and other chemical reactions is explored, highlighting the potential for this reaction to have a significant impact on the chemical industry.

The book also covers reaction kinetics, mechanism, and pathway, as well as reaction optimization and the influence of reaction conditions and parameters on selectivity and yield. Surface area, porosity, morphology, surface chemistry, and surface modification are also discussed in the context of catalyst design.

Overall, "Designing Catalysts for Formic Acid Dehydrogenation" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the development of efficient, sustainable, and high-performance catalysts for this important reaction.