Formation of active sites in copper-exchanged zeolites for the direct methane-to-methanol conversion

Chemical Society Reviews 2026 Open access

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Authors: Jörg W. A. Fischer, Andreas Brenig, Johannes Wieser, Jeroen A. van Bokhoven, Vitaly L. Sushkevich
DOI: 10.1039/d5cs00747j
Cited by: 3
References: 246

Abstract

This review outlines current insights into the formation of Cu( ii )-oxo species in Cu-exchanged zeolites using various oxidants for methane-to-methanol conversion. It reveals misconceptions and knowledge gaps and proposes strategies to address them.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Catalytic Processes in Materials Science Zeolite Catalysis and Synthesis Catalysts for Methane Reforming

Publication details

Journal / source
Chemical Society Reviews
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
55
Issue
6
Pages
3078–3138
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN