Review
"This is an impressive book, and a valuable addition to the field." (
Platinum Metals Review, 2008)
"This book is the clear choice for any chemical professional or graduate students seriously interested in the emerging field of green chemistry." (Journal of the American Chemical Society, February 27,2008)
"…this book is an important acquisition for all science libraries…essential." (CHOICE, December 2007)
"…an indispensable textbook for students and practitioners who want to become better acquainted with the fundamentals and important methods of green chemistry." (Organic Chemistry Portal, 24th June 2007)
"The book is very well referenced and illustrated and its layout is very well thought out and executed." (Chemistry World, August 2007)
From the Back Cover
The expression "Green Chemistry" is used to describe chemical processes that take into consideration sustainable development and environmentally improved products, as well as other aspects to make the reaction "cleaner". In recent years, this principle has become very important, with "Green Catalysis" a major topic within this field.
Written by Roger A. Sheldon—without doubt one of the leaders in the field with much experience in academia and industry—and his co-workers, this first book to focus on catalytic processes from the viewpoint of green chemistry presents every important aspect:
- Numerous catalytic reductions and oxidations methods
- Solid-acid and solid-base catalysis
- C-C bond formation reactions
- Biocatalysis
- Asymmetric catalysis
- Novel reaction media like e.g. ionic liquids, supercritical CO2
- Renewable raw materials
The result is a unified, indispensable source for all scientists looking to improve their catalytic reactions, whether in the college or company lab.
