Design and evaluation of novel nanostructured carbon supports for sustainable heterogeneous nanocatalytic olefin hydrogenation

This thesis explores unique design strategies for efficient heterogeneous catalysis, aiming to enhance catalytic activity through tunable selectivity, effective product recovery, and catalyst reusability. It addresses challenges in achieving high selectivity and rapid kinetics due to the multiphasic nature of catalytic systems. Although various functional nanomaterials can serve as catalyst supports, their high surface free energy may lead to nanoparticle aggregation and catalyst deactivation. This research develops strategies that ensure large surface area accessibility while maintaining structural integrity against catalyst degradation. It outlines unique approaches for fabricating nanostructured carbon-based materials and understanding metal-support interactions, promoting greener, more sustainable chemical processes.