Metal nanoparticles in water, a relevant toolbox for green catalysis
Résumé
This chapter describes recent advances in the synthesis of transition metal nanoparticles in neat water and their use as efficient, active and selective aqueous catalysts for various applications including hydrogenation, oxidation and carbon-carbon coupling reactions. This contribution reports different synthetic methodologies using the unique properties exerted by water and efficient capping agents to maintain stable the particles within the aqueous phase, such as water-soluble ligands, surfactants and polymers. In addition, catalytic reactions in water with nanoparticles contribute to the field of sustainable organic synthesis answering to the principles of green chemistry, sustainability, safety, and economic concerns. In the current context, nanocatalysis thus constitutes a relevant toolbox for a more eco-responsible chemistry at industrial level.
Domaines
Catalyse
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