Synthesis of Silico-phospho-aluminum Nanosheets by Adding Amino Acid and its Catalysis in the Conversion of Furfural Alcohol to Fuel Additives.
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DOI: 10.1002/cssc.202200747
Abstract: Self-assembled spheres of silico-phospho-aluminum nanosheets were synthesized with the addition of L-arginine and evaluated as catalysts for the valorization of furfural alcohol to fuel additives. Adding the amino acid, a bio-derived additive, contributed to higher… read more here.
Keywords: aluminum; aluminum nanosheets; phospho aluminum; silico phospho ... See more keywords
The Critical Role of Water in the Ring Opening of Furfural Alcohol to 1,2-Pentanediol
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DOI: 10.1021/acscatal.6b02845
Abstract: Water, as an environmentally benign solvent, is a very common medium in biomass conversion. Here, we describe how water can significantly promote the ring-opening process of furfural alcohol and enhance the selectivity to 1,2-pentanediol formation.… read more here.
Keywords: opening process; ring opening; pentanediol; water ... See more keywords