RSC – React. Chem. Eng. latest articles- Enhancing Butadiene Yield and Catalyst Stability via Aqueous Feed Dilution in 1,3-Butanediol Dehydration January 8, 2026React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00367A, PaperAndrea Cecilia Rodriguez, María Eugenia Sad, Cristina L. PadroThe influence of using water as a diluent on the catalytic performance and deactivation in the gas-phase reaction of 1,3-butanediol (1,3BDOL) at 523 K was studied on four solid acid...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of […]Andrea Cecilia Rodriguez
- Autonomous Flow Reaction Optimization Guided by NMR Spectroscopy and Advanced Bayesian Optimization Algorithms January 6, 2026React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00504C, PaperBurkhard Groh, François-Xavier Felpin, Aravind Senthil Vel, Yuliia Horbenko, Nour El Sabbagh, Daniel Cortés-Borda, Jonathan Farjon, Patrick Giraudeau, Jean-Philippe Krieger, Jean-Nicolas DumezAbstract Efficient algorithmic strategies are essential for autonomous self-optimization in flow, where multiple, often conflicting, objectives must be balanced under strict experimental budgets. In this work, we […]Burkhard Groh
- Experimental Monitoring and Modeling of Oxygen Dynamics in Laccase-Catalyzed Phenolic Oxidation January 5, 2026React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00450K, PaperErnesto Gonzalez, Jorge Garcia-Montalvo, Elena Gallego-Rojo, Miguel Ladero, Juan M. BolivarOxygen-dependent enzymes such as laccases play a central role in green oxidation processes, yet kinetic analyses often overlook the dynamic role of dissolved oxygen. In this study, we propose a...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal […]Ernesto Gonzalez
- The promotional effect of gallium loading in the bi-functional on Cu-Ga/γ-Al2O3 catalyst for CO2 hydrogenation to methanol and dimethyl ether at atmospheric pressure January 5, 2026React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00481K, PaperSezer Osmanaga, Yasemin Kaya, Isik Onal, Bahar IpekHydrogenation of CO2 to methanol and dimethyl ether (DME) was investigated over gallium-promoted copper catalysts supported on γ-Al2O3 (Cu-Ga/γ-Al2O3) at atmospheric pressure—conditions under which Ga-promoted Cu/γ-Al2O3 catalysts have not been...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of ChemistrySezer Osmanaga
- Indirect hard modeling of low resolution benchtop NMR data for the kinetic fitting of a complex organic reaction January 5, 2026React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00436E, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Niklas Sulzer, Christopher A. Hone, C. Oliver KappeDespite recent significant advances in hardware, software, and data analysis, low resolution benchtop NMRs are still underutilized for the kinetic investigation of organic reactions. Moreover, their […]Niklas Sulzer
- Deciphering alcohol dehydrogenase catalysis in glycerol-based deep eutectic solvents through experimental and computational insights December 30, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00448A, PaperNingning Zhang, Jan Philipp Bittner, Aaron Pfleger, Pablo Domínguez de María, Sven Jakobtorweihen, Irina Smirnova, Selin KaraBetaine, a renewable and biodegradable osmolyte, is a biogenic option for sustainable solvents. Deep eutectic solvents allow high substrate loading and enhance biocatalysis. MD simulations guide green solvent design.To cite this article […]Ningning Zhang
- Continuous-Flow Asymmetric Aldol Reactions Using Sawdust-Supported Cross-Linked L-Proline Catalysts December 26, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00537J, PaperHemanshu A Patel, Sudhirkumar S. Katariya, Jagrut M. Barot, Kulsum Mondal, Hemant P. SoniCross-linked L-proline immobilized on polymaleated octadecene (PMHC18-L-pro-CL) was developed as a robust heterogeneous catalyst for asymmetric Aldol reactions and evaluated under both batch and continuous-flow conditions. Although the polymer exhibited...The content of this RSS Feed […]Hemanshu A Patel
- Improving the univariate calibration approach with Bayesian modeling for IR reaction monitoring December 26, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00400D, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence.Jiayu Zhang, Jason E. HeinA workflow based on Bayesian methods for improving the univariate calibration approach for reaction monitoring using Infrared (IR) spectroscopy.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the […]Jiayu Zhang
- Model based process optimization for nanoparticle precipitation December 23, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00333D, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Andrea Gilch, Adeel Muneer, Jana Dienstbier, Lukas PflugThis study introduces a derivative-based optimization framework for the controlled synthesis of nanoparticles, with a focus on achieving target particle size distributions via dynamic manipulation of […]Andrea Gilch
- A Rapidly Assembled ZnS-AB Electrochemical Sensor with Enhanced Performance for Luteolin Determination December 19, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00464K, PaperJiaoyang Xu, Qingtong Li, Haifei Yu, Wenrui Bi, Xinyue Niu, Rong Yuan, Nannan Huang, Chunjing Zhang, Haijun PangLuteolin (LU) exhibits notable antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant activities by inhibiting inflammatory mediators and protecting cells from oxidative stress-induced damage. However, excessive LU intake may cause adverse health effects. In...The content […]Jiaoyang Xu
- Silicon dioxide nanofluids with low-salinity brines for interfacial tension and wettability control in enhanced oil recovery December 12, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00474H, PaperJunjie Hu, Cong Lu, Jianchun GuoHybrid SiO2–low-salinity flooding tunes interfacial chemistry to push IFT below 5 mN m−1, shift contact angles by >40°, and yield ≥10% additional oil recovery in sandstone and carbonate cores with minimal permeability loss.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the […]Junjie Hu
- Comparative photochemical flow synthesis of ketenimines via Hg-lamp and UV-C LED irradiation December 12, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00484E, Communication Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Adam Cruise, Rémy Broersma, Frouke van den Berg, Marcus BaumannWe demonstrate the superior performance of an UV-C LED to generate ketenimines from isoxazoles. This approach overcomes limitations associated with classical Hg-lamps, such as […]Adam Cruise
- Reactor and kinetic study advances for highly acidic solvolysis-mediated Friedel–Crafts reaction December 5, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00379B, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence.Colin Bailey, Connor Donlan, Matthew Glace, Gabrielle Broussard, Someshwar Nagamalla, Lane B. Carasik, Thomas D. RoperThis study presents a kinetic model that simulates the consumption of 4-hydroxybenzoic acid (4-HBA), the formation of di-isopropyl […]Colin Bailey
- Multiple Brønsted acidic sites in nitrogen-rich dicyandiamide immobilized on silica gel as a heterogeneous catalyst for efficient conversion of fructose into 5-hydroxymethylfurfural December 2, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00516G, PaperDuy Quoc Mai, Nam Phuong Duong Thai, Diep Dinh Le, Dao Anh Le Nguyen, Trinh Hao Nguyen, Phuong Hoang TranA nitrogen-rich acidic catalyst was synthesized to improve fructose dehydration to HMF. It showed high activity, yielding 95.2% HMF in DMSO, and demonstrated good reusability and scalability for potential […]Duy Quoc Mai
- Visible-light azoarene photoswitch engineering by heteroaryl design November 28, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00434A, MinireviewP. K. Hashim, Madappuram Cheruthu NusaibaThis review highlights molecular engineering of azoheteroaryl photoswitches for visible-light responsiveness, emphasizing quantum design and ML-driven approaches to achieve red-shifted absorption, thermal stability, and biomedical utility.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of […]P. K. Hashim
- Highly selective synthesis of 2-cyclopentylidenecyclopentanone via cyclopentanone self-condensation over MgAl-LDO(NO3−) November 27, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/D5RE00305A, PaperXue Luo, Jiahui Liu, Danhui Li, Lili Zhao, Hualiang AnMg2Al-LDO(NO3−) exhibited higher catalytic performance; however, it underwent structural changes during reaction and regeneration, leading to a lower density of acid–base active sites, ultimately resulting in catalyst deactivation.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI […]Xue Luo
- Revitalised Hofmann carbylamine synthesis made possible with flow chemistry November 11, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, 11,42-48DOI: 10.1039/D5RE00338E, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported Licence.Zen Johnston, Jaimee Jugmohan, Jenny-Lee Panayides, Darren Lyall RileyA revitalised Hofmann carbylamine reaction under flow conditions.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of ChemistryZen Johnston
- Pt–Ag and Pt–Ag–Sn bimetallic and trimetallic catalysts supported on γ-Al2O3 for direct propane dehydrogenation October 28, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, 11,280-292DOI: 10.1039/D5RE00345H, PaperGhasem Kasaeian, Cavus Falamaki, Mehrdad Mozaffarian, Reihaneh DaroughegiSchematic drawing showing the effect of Ag and Sn promoters in the optimum catalyst on coke formation and selectivity versus propylene production (black = C (coke), blue = Pt, red = Ag, cyan = Sn, gray = C, white = H).The content […]Ghasem Kasaeian
- Preparation of a Ga-doped MnMoO4 porous flower-like structure and study on its supercapacitor performance October 21, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, 11,254-268DOI: 10.1039/D5RE00343A, PaperXinjia Zhang, Jingmin Ma, Jian Hao, Jing Wang, Shimiao PengIn this study, Ga-doped MnMoO4 self-supported flower-like structured electrode materials were successfully prepared by the sol–gel method.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of ChemistryXinjia Zhang
- Thermodynamic model for synergistic solvent extraction of mineral acids by tris(2-ethylhexyl)amine and 1-octanol October 20, 2025React. Chem. Eng., 2026, 11,234-253DOI: 10.1039/D5RE00386E, Paper Open Access   This article is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported Licence.Rayco Lommelen, Koen BinnemansThe model captures how methanesulphonic, sulphuric, and hydrochloric acid interact with TEHA and 1-octanol. Its predictive strength under simulated leach conditions makes it a valuable tool for process optimisation.The content of […]Rayco Lommelen
- Enhancing Butadiene Yield and Catalyst Stability via Aqueous Feed Dilution in 1,3-Butanediol Dehydration January 8, 2026
