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Keynotes in Energy-Related Catalysis

Author : S. Kaliaguine
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080960693
Total Pages : 451 pages
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Book Synopsis Keynotes in Energy-Related Catalysis by : S. Kaliaguine

Download or read book Keynotes in Energy-Related Catalysis written by S. Kaliaguine and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2011-09-22 with total page 451 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Catalysis by solid acids, which includes (modified) zeolites, is of special relevance to energy applications. Acid catalysis is highly important in modern petroleum refining operations - large-scale processes such as fluid catalytic cracking, catalytic reforming, alkylation and olefin oligomerization rely on the transformation of hydrocarbons by acid catalysts. (Modified) zeolites are therefore essential for the improvement of existing processes and for technical innovations in the conversion of crude. There can be little doubt that zeolite-based catalysts will play a major role in the future management of fossil fuels and biomass, and this book is intended to contribute to tomorrow's achievements in this area.Each chapter presents the personal views of an expert, or a small group of experts, on the current state of the art, and on the trends in his/their field likely to lead to important developments. The presentation of these various keynotes in one volume will provide inspiration to the reader interested in the development of zeolite-based catalysts for energy applications, and in particular will suggest to the new-comer in the field of catalyst design, methods to develop his own original orientations.

Heterogeneous Catalysis and Fine Chemicals III

Author : J. Barbier
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080887694
Total Pages : 739 pages
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Book Synopsis Heterogeneous Catalysis and Fine Chemicals III by : J. Barbier

Download or read book Heterogeneous Catalysis and Fine Chemicals III written by J. Barbier and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1993-09-09 with total page 739 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Heterogeneous catalysis plays a major role in the organic synthesis of specialty and fine chemicals. However, as the interaction between surface sites and functional groups is complex, more investigations are necessary into the effects of catalysts on the reaction mechanisms. The Third International Symposium on Heterogeneous Catalysis and Fine Chemicals provided an opportunity for discussions on the basic and practical aspects of this subject between researchers, manufacturers and users of solid catalysts for synthesis of fine chemicals.The present volume comprises the invited plenary lectures and research papers classified under the three main headings, hydrogenation, oxidation and acid-catalysis. All papers were refereed. A large variety of reactions are described, the emphasis being on selectivity, taking into account all aspects: chemo-, regio-, and stereoselectivity (including enantioselectivity) and on the change of these selectivities as a function of the characteristics of the catalysts and operating conditions.

Science and Technology in Catalysis

Author : Masakazu Anpo
Publisher : Gulf Professional Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9780444513496
Total Pages : 612 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (134 download)

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Download or read book Science and Technology in Catalysis written by Masakazu Anpo and published by Gulf Professional Publishing. This book was released on 2003-07-09 with total page 612 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Selected) -- Plenary Lecures: New Catalysts for Controlled/Living Atom Transfer Radical Polymerization (ATRP; Catalysis and Applications of Gold Nanoparticles -- Oral Presentations: Ionic Liquids as New Solvents and Catalysis for Petrochemical and Refining Processes; High Throughput Experiment on the Investigation of Oxidation Catalysts with Gas Sensor System -- Poster Presentations: Development of a Low-Temperature Dioxin Decomposition Catalyst; Studies on Unique Properties of Polyolefins Prepared with Metallocene Catalyst Systems -- Index.

New Developments in Selective Oxidation by Heterogeneous Catalysis

Author : P. Ruiz
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080887139
Total Pages : 493 pages
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Book Synopsis New Developments in Selective Oxidation by Heterogeneous Catalysis by : P. Ruiz

Download or read book New Developments in Selective Oxidation by Heterogeneous Catalysis written by P. Ruiz and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1992-02-06 with total page 493 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume contains invited papers and communications presented at the Third European Workshop Meeting on Selective Oxidation by Heterogeneous Catalysis. The purpose of the meeting was to present recent results and to discuss new aspects of partial oxidation by heterogeneous catalysis. The following topics were discussed: Novel processes for obtaining new fine chemicals by catalytic partial oxidation; selective oxidation and oxidative dehydrogenation of alkanes; new catalysts and advances in preparation methods of oxidation catalysts; new phenomena in partial oxidation and new aspects of surface chemistry in oxide catalysts; new applications of physicochemical methods for characterization of oxide catalysts; oxidation with other agents than oxygen and catalytic oxidation of carbohydrates. This book will provide a valuable set of data on reactions of selective oxidation which will be extremely useful to catalyst and related practitioners, whether fundamentalists or highly applied, and to process engineers who wish to evaluate current findings in this field. The wide-range approach to reactions of selective oxidation will disseminate knowledge in specialized areas of selective oxidation and encourage innovation and creativity.

Third World Congress on Oxidation Catalysis

Author : S.T. Oyama
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080544711
Total Pages : 1277 pages
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Book Synopsis Third World Congress on Oxidation Catalysis by : S.T. Oyama

Download or read book Third World Congress on Oxidation Catalysis written by S.T. Oyama and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1997-09-12 with total page 1277 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The overall theme of the 3rd World Congress is "Atom Efficient Catalytic Oxidations for Global Technologies". This theme was chosen to stimulate the participants to report their findings with an emphasis on conserving valuable material in their catalytic transformations, as well as conserving energy, in an environmentally responsible manner. Progress towards this stated goal is substantial as evidenced by the tremendous response of the community in their participation of quality publications complied in these Proceedings of the Congress.The subjects presented span a wide range of oxidation reactions and catalysts. These include the currently important area of lower alkane oxidation to the corresponding olefins, unsaturated aldehydes, acids and nitriles.The four featured lectures and seven plenary lectures constitute the general background and overview of the subject matter at hand. The 104 contributed papers and 13 poster manuscripts, summarized in this compendium, probe new avenues to achieve catalytically efficient oxidation reactions for the future needs of mankind in a global environment.

Preparation of Catalysts VI

Author : G. Poncelet
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080544665
Total Pages : 1205 pages
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Download or read book Preparation of Catalysts VI written by G. Poncelet and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1995-03-24 with total page 1205 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The organizers of this Sixth Symposium maintained their initial objectives, namely to gather experts from both industries and universities to discuss the scientific problems involved in the preparation of heterogeneous catalysts, and to encourage as much as possible the presentation of research work on catalysts of real industrial significance. Another highlight of these symposia is to reserve a substantial part of the program to new developments in catalyst preparation, new preparation methods and new catalytic systems. The fact that chemical reactions which were hardly conceivable some years ago have become possible today through the development of appropriate catalytic systems proves that catalysis is in constant progress.The papers in this volume deal with preparation of new catalysts and supports, catalyst preparation via sol-gel methods, supported catalysts and synthesis of nanometer size catalysts.

Preparation of Catalysts V

Author : B. Delmon
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080879195
Total Pages : 765 pages
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Book Synopsis Preparation of Catalysts V by : B. Delmon

Download or read book Preparation of Catalysts V written by B. Delmon and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1991-06-03 with total page 765 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The organizers of this Fifth Symposium maintained their initial objectives, namely to gather experts from both industries and universities to discuss the scientific problems involved in the preparation of heterogeneous catalysts, and to encourage as much as possible the presentation of research work on catalysts of real industrial significance. Another highlight of these symposia was to reserve a substantial part of the program to new developments in catalyst preparation, new preparation methods and new catalytic systems. The fact that chemical reactions which were hardly conceivable some years ago have become possible today through the development of appropriate catalytic systems proves that catalysis is in constant progress.The papers in this volume deal with studies of unit operations in catalyst preparation, catalyst preparation via the sol-gel route, preparation of catalysts from layered structures and pillaring of clays, preparation and modification of zeolite-based catalysts, carbon supported catalysts, preparation of oxidation catalysts and novel and unusual preparation methods.

Dynamics of Surfaces and Reaction Kinetics in Heterogeneous Catalysis

Author : G.F. Froment
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080530621
Total Pages : 611 pages
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Book Synopsis Dynamics of Surfaces and Reaction Kinetics in Heterogeneous Catalysis by : G.F. Froment

Download or read book Dynamics of Surfaces and Reaction Kinetics in Heterogeneous Catalysis written by G.F. Froment and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1997-09-03 with total page 611 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many processes of the chemical industry are based upon heterogeneous catalysis. Two important items of these processes are the development of the catalyst itself and the design and optimization of the reactor. Both aspects would benefit from rigorous and accurate kinetic modeling, based upon information on the working catalyst gained from classical steady state experimentation, but also from studies using surface science techniques, from quantum chemical calculations providing more insight into possible reaction pathways and from transient experimentation dealing with reactions and reactors. This information is seldom combined into a kinetic model and into a quantitative description of the process. Generally the catalytic aspects are dealt with by chemists and by physicists, while the chemical engineers are called upon for mechanical aspects of the reactor design and its control. The symposium "Dynamics of Surfaces and Reaction Kinetics in Heterogeneous Catalysis" aims at illustrating a more global and concerted approach through a number of prestigious keynote lectures and severely screened oral and poster presentations.

Recent Advances in Basic and Applied Aspects of Industrial Catalysis

Author : T.S.R. Prasada Rao
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080540384
Total Pages : 1083 pages
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Book Synopsis Recent Advances in Basic and Applied Aspects of Industrial Catalysis by : T.S.R. Prasada Rao

Download or read book Recent Advances in Basic and Applied Aspects of Industrial Catalysis written by T.S.R. Prasada Rao and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1998-02-25 with total page 1083 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Since the Catalysis Society of India was formed in 1973, it has grown into a vibrant and active professional body serving the Indian catalysis community and acts as a professional link between them and the rest of the world. The Silver Jubilee Symposium of the CSI, the thirteenth in a successful series of national symposia, brought together all those devoted to various aspects of this fascinating interdisciplinary field of catalysis. More than 400 delegates from around the country attended and there was considerable international participation. The scientific programme of the symposium covered different aspects of catalysis, processes based on catalysis and novel catalysis materials for various applications. This volume comprises two eminent scientist award lectures, six plenary lectures, five invited papers and 111 contributed papers which were critically selected from an impressive response to the call for papers.

Poisoning and Promotion in Catalysis based on Surface Science Concepts and Experiments

Author : M.P. Kiskinova
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080887406
Total Pages : 359 pages
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Book Synopsis Poisoning and Promotion in Catalysis based on Surface Science Concepts and Experiments by : M.P. Kiskinova

Download or read book Poisoning and Promotion in Catalysis based on Surface Science Concepts and Experiments written by M.P. Kiskinova and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1991-11-29 with total page 359 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The topics covered in this book include a variety of adsorption and model reaction studies on clean and modified single crystal metal surfaces obtained by means of properly selected surface sensitive techniques. The accent is on the revelation of the physics and chemistry involved in the effects of various modifiers on the adsorptive and reactivity properties of the surface with respect to different reactants. In this book current information that contributes to the fundamental understanding of the effect of additives is summarized. Some of the additives act as promoters, others as poisons, in a number of important catalytic reactions. A description of single- and double-component systems has been obtained by using surface-sensitive techniques, particularly suited for this purpose. For the benefit of the reader, a short summary of the main surface science techniques has been given in Chapter 2. Three general and interrelated topics are reviewed. The first concerns the interaction of electronegative (Cl, S, Se, C, N, O, P) and electropositive (alkali metals) atoms with metal surfaces (Chapter 4). The second topic covers the chemisorptive properties of metal surfaces modified by varying amounts of additives with respect to different reactants (CO, NO, N2, O2, H2, CO2, NH3, H2O and hydrocarbons) (Chapters 5 and 6). In particular the adsorption kinetics and energetics, and the electronic, structural and reactive properties of the coadsorbate systems are considered, whereby particular attention is given to recent surface science studies with well-characterized, single crystal, metal surfaces. In these chapters, special attention is paid to showing the contribution of different factors (the nature and adsorption state of the modifier and the coadsorbed molecule, the structure of the adsorbed layer, the type of interactions in the mixed overlayers, etc.) to the modifier effects. In the discussion of the third topic, model studies of several important catalytic reactions (Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, ammonia synthesis, CO oxidation, water-gas shift synthesis) on modified metal surfaces (Chapter 8) are considered.The book will be particularly useful to scientists who are interested in adsorption phenomena, surface properties and catalysis. It should also prove invaluable to those addressing the questions of condensed matter (surfaces and interfaces), materials science (e.g. corrosion of metals) and electrochemistry.

Successful Design of Catalysts

Author : T. Inui
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080960774
Total Pages : 367 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (89 download)

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Download or read book Successful Design of Catalysts written by T. Inui and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1988-12-01 with total page 367 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In July 1988, a Worldwide Catalysis Seminar was held to mark the 30th anniversary of the Catalysis Society of Japan. After the 9th International Congress on Catalysis in Calgary, about 25 Japanese researchers working on catalysis visited and held seminars in four countries. Each seminar focused on a specific subject, yet also covered a wide range of topics in catalysis, from the fundamental to the industrial stages. This volume, containing the proceedings of this unique event, reflects the successful way in which the seminars provided an opportunity for direct communication and discussion of how best to achieve the successful design of catalysts.

Preparation of Catalysts VII

Author : R. Maggi
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080539459
Total Pages : 1007 pages
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Download or read book Preparation of Catalysts VII written by R. Maggi and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1998-08-17 with total page 1007 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The proceedings of the VIIth International Symposium on the Scientific Bases for the Preparation of Heterogeneous Catalysts, are in line with the general scope of this series of events. Emphasis in all Symposia has been on the scientific aspects of the preparation of new and industrial catalysts, or on new methods of preparation, rather than on the catalytic reactions in which such solids are ultimately used. In the present context, the catalytic event itself has only been considered as another, though often decisive, method of catalyst characterization.

Catalytic Polymerization of Cycloolefins

Author : V. Dragutan
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080528627
Total Pages : 1293 pages
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Book Synopsis Catalytic Polymerization of Cycloolefins by : V. Dragutan

Download or read book Catalytic Polymerization of Cycloolefins written by V. Dragutan and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2000-06-26 with total page 1293 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book covers the most important topics concerning cationic Ziegler-Natta and ring-opening metathesis polymerization of cycloolefins. The work describes the major pathways that cycloolefins can follow under the action of specific catalytic systems, essentially vinyl and ring-opening polymerization, both reaction types allowing the manufacture of distinct products with wide applicability in modern technologies. The comprehensive data available on this subject are logically and systematically selected and reviewed throughout 18 chapters, according to the basic catalytic processes involved, types of monomers and catalysts employed, reaction conditions and application fields. The modern trends in design of chiral metallocene catalysts, well-defined living metathesis catalysts, catalysts tolerant toward functionalities and water systems are highlighted. The book discusses in detail the relevant aspects of these processes including reaction thermodynamics, kinetics, mechanisms and stereochemistry and correlates the structure of produced polymers with their chemical and physical-mechanical properties. Related important topics include Ziegler-Natta polymerization of olefins and dienes, atom transfer radical polymerization of vinyl compounds, metathesis of olefins and acetylenes, acyclic diene metathesis reaction, carbonyl olefination reaction, metathesis polymerization of acetylenes, metathesis degradation of polymers and ring-opening polymerization of heterocycles. Special emphasis is laid upon the manufacture of commerical products, new polymers and copolymers of potential interest for industry and design and synthesis of speciality polymers with particular structures and architectures and desired properties. The book critically evaluates the most recent achievements reported in this field and outlines the modern trends on the research and application of the catalytic processes for cycloolefin polymerization. For the first time, comprehensive information about the published data on the subject up to now is provided for both academic and industrial researchers working in the areas of polymer chemistry, organic and organometallic chemistry, surface science and catalysis, petrochemistry and chemical engineering. This stimulating book offers an enlightening introduction and a quick documentation on the subject as well as a solid background in this field. Moreover, the work offers a wealth of useful information for specialists applying polymers in various scientific and industrial areas.

Fluid Catalytic Cracking V

Author : M.L. Occelli
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080531717
Total Pages : 355 pages
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Book Synopsis Fluid Catalytic Cracking V by : M.L. Occelli

Download or read book Fluid Catalytic Cracking V written by M.L. Occelli and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2001-04-27 with total page 355 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Catalyst production for the transformation of crudes into gasoline and other fuel products is a billion dollar/year business and fluid cracking catalysts (FCCs) represent almost half of the refinery catalyst market. During the cracking reactions, the FCC surface is contaminated by metals (Ni, V, Fe, Cu, Na) and by coke deposition. As a result, the catalyst activity and product selectivity is reduced to unacceptable levels thus forcing refiners to replace part of the recirculating equilibrium FCC inventory with fresh FCC to compensate for losses in catalyst performance. About 1,100 tons/day of FCC are used worldwide in over 200 fluid cracking catalyst units (FCCUs). It is for these reasons that refiners' interest in FCC research has remained high through the years almost independantly, of crude oil prices. However, recent oil company mergers and the dissolution of research laboratories, have drastically decreased the number of researchers involved in petroleum refining research projects; as a result the emphasis of research has shifted from new materials to process improvements and this trend is clearly reflected in the type of papers contained in this volume. Modern spectroscopic techniques continue to be essential in the understanding of catalyst performance and several chapters in the book describe the use of 27Al, 29Si and 13C NMR to study variation in FCC acidity during aging and coke deposition. In addition several chapters have been dedicated to the modeling of FCC deactivation, and to the understanding of contact times on FCC performance. Refiners efforts to conform with environmental regulations are reflected in chapters dealing with sulfur removal, metals contaminants and olefin generation.

Fluid Catalytic Cracking VI: Preparation and Characterization of Catalysts

Author : Mario L. Occelli
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080531725
Total Pages : 391 pages
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Book Synopsis Fluid Catalytic Cracking VI: Preparation and Characterization of Catalysts by : Mario L. Occelli

Download or read book Fluid Catalytic Cracking VI: Preparation and Characterization of Catalysts written by Mario L. Occelli and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2004-07-06 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume looks at the recent progress of this technology as reported in the 21 papers presented during the 219th National Meeting of the ACS in New York, September 5-11, 2003.In addition, the volume focuses on the use of modern spectroscopic techniques for the generation of detailed structural analysis required for the advancement of the science of FCC design.Other chapters look at the use and importance of solid state nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), microcalorimetry and atomic force microscopy (AFM) to the study of FCCs and discussing strategies to control pollutant emissions from a refinery FCCU and looking at advances in FCC preparation.

Catalytic Processes Under Unsteady-State Conditions

Author : Y.S. Matros
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080960766
Total Pages : 419 pages
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Book Synopsis Catalytic Processes Under Unsteady-State Conditions by : Y.S. Matros

Download or read book Catalytic Processes Under Unsteady-State Conditions written by Y.S. Matros and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1988-12-01 with total page 419 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book deals with catalytic processes under forced non-steady-state conditions. It demonstrates, both theoretically and practically, that forced non-steady-state processes are highly efficient compared with steady-state processes, and illustrates this with a wealth of practical examples.The first part of the book describes the theoretical and experimental basis of efficient processes, mathematical models of non-steady-state processes in reactors, influence of a non-steady-state catalyst surface, problems of optimization, the theory of a heat front in the fixed catalyst bed, and methods to create efficient cyclic regimes. The second part considers the following processes: sulphur dioxide oxidation in sulphuric acid production, cleaning of effluent gases from toxic impurities, production of high-potency heat, ammonia and methanol synthesis etc.The book will appeal to many readers: chemical engineers (especially in the field of mathematical modelling of reactors with a fixed catalyst bed); personnel of chemical plants and machine-manufacturing companies dealing with maintenance and installation of catalytic reactors; specialists in detoxification of the effluents from organic admixtures and carbon monoxide; students of technical colleges and universities

Future Opportunities in Catalytic and Separation Technology

Author : M. Misono
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0080879209
Total Pages : 391 pages
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Book Synopsis Future Opportunities in Catalytic and Separation Technology by : M. Misono

Download or read book Future Opportunities in Catalytic and Separation Technology written by M. Misono and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 1990-01-22 with total page 391 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The production of useful materials and the removal of polluting substances are fundamental to chemical technology, and in this respect catalytic and separation processes play essential roles. In order to cope with increasing demands to find solutions for the shortage of natural resources and global environmental pollution, rapid and significant progress in the technology is required.This book results from the successful seminar on Selective Reactions and Separation, held at Oiso, Japan, in February 1988. The seminar was organised by ASPRONC (the Association for the Progress of New Chemistry) as the fourth in a series of seminars on Frontier Technology. ASPRONC was inaugurated in 1986 and its membership comprises major companies in the chemical industry and various other sectors interested in chemistry. The aim of this seminar was to explore the frontiers of catalytic and separation technology and to discuss the requirements for its future development. The many interesting lectures and active discussions which resulted stimulated the editors to prepare this book. Each lecturer has written a chapter which represents a significantly revised and extended version of his original lecture.The book will appeal to many readers and will undoubtedly help to make a positive contribution to the future development of chemical technology.