Catalysis Research is an international peer-reviewed Open Access journal published quarterly online by LIDSEN Publishing Inc. This periodical is devoted to publishing high-quality papers that describe the most significant and cutting-edge research in all areas of catalysts and catalyzed reactions. Its aim is to provide timely, authoritative introductions to current thinking, developments and research in carefully selected topics.
Topics contain but are not limited to:
- Photocatalysis
- Electrocatalysis
- Environmental catalysis
- Biocatalysis, enzymes, enzyme catalysis
- Catalysis for biomass conversion
- Organocatalysis, catalysis in organic and polymer chemistry
- Nanostructured catalysts
- Catalytic materials
- Computational catalysis
- Kinetics of catalytic reactions
The journal publishes a variety of article types: Original Research, Review, Communication, Opinion, Comment, Conference Report, Technical Note, Book Review, etc.
There is no restriction on paper length, provided that the text is concise and comprehensive. Authors should present their results in as much detail as possible, as reviewers are encouraged to emphasize scientific rigor and reproducibility.
Publication Speed (median values for papers published in 2025): Submission to First Decision: 0.7 weeks; Submission to Acceptance: 4.4 weeks; Acceptance to Publication: 10.6 days (1-2 days of FREE language polishing included)
Special Issue
Advancements in Photocatalytic Materials for Pollutant Degradation
Submission Deadline:
July 31, 2025 (Open)
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Guest Editors
Aziz Ur Rahim Bacha, PhD
1. School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Harbin Institute of Technology Shenzhen, 518055, P. R. China
2. Department of Environmental Science and Engineering, Fudan University, Shanghai 200438, China
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Research interests: Photo-electrocatalysis; advanced oxidation processes; water pollution; environmental remediation; Bi and TiO2-based materials; organic pollutants removal; micro- and nano-plastics degradation; photodegradation; wastewater treatment
Muhammad Irshad, PhD
Professor, Department of Environmental Sciences, COMSATS University Islamabad, Abbottabad Campus, Abbottabad 22060, Pakistan
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Research interests: Organic pollutants assessment; wastewater treatment; nitrogen mineralization; heavy metals extraction; organic pollutants reduction; nanomaterials; graphene quantum dots; iron co-doped TiO2
About This Topic
The special issue entitled "Advancements in Photocatalytic Materials for Pollutant Degradation" focuses on modern innovations and research developments in the field of photocatalysis, particularly concerning the removal of pollutants. Photocatalytic materials have gained significant attention due to their ability to harness solar energy and convert it into chemical energy for environmental remediation. This special issue aims; (1) to explore novel photocatalytic materials; (2) their synthesis methods; (3) advanced characterization techniques, and (4) their application effectively degrades various pollutants (organic and inorganic) in air, water, and soil. Addressing global environmental challenges, such as water and air pollution, demands continual advancements in photocatalytic materials to improve efficiency, selectivity, and scalability. Researchers and scientists contributing to this special issue are paving the way for sustainable technologies that could potentially revolutionize environmental remediation strategies worldwide. The findings presented here will not only advance the understanding of photocatalytic processes but also offer practical solutions for achieving cleaner and healthier environments for future generations.
Dr. Aziz Ur Rahim Bacha
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Irshad
Guest Editors
Keywords
Photocatalysis; advanced oxidation processes; photo-electrocatalysis; nanomaterials; photocatalytic materials development; semiconductor materials; catalytic degradation mechanism; environmental remediation; solar energy utilization; nanotechnology
Manuscript Submission Information
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Photocatalytic degradation of organic dyes using semiconductor materials has been widely investigated for wastewater treatment. Yet, high activity reported under controlled laboratory conditions does not necessarily translate into practical treatment performance. This review evaluates the hypothesis that rare-earth (RE) doping can improve [...]
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