Aims & Scope

Aims:

Catalytic Matter is an international, gold open access, peer-reviewed journal dedicated to publishing cutting-edge research across all aspects of catalysis and catalytic materials. The journal welcomes fundamental studies, applied research, and interdisciplinary advances that uncover new catalytic principles, reveal dynamic mechanisms, and inspire innovative materials and processes. With an emphasis on both scientific rigor and practical impact, Catalytic Matter aims to bridge fundamental catalytic science with emerging technologies for energy, environment, and sustainable chemical manufacturing. Catalytic Matter is published quarterly online by Scilight Press.

Scope: 

Catalytic Matter publishes original articles, reviews, and perspectives that span the full breadth of catalysis, from atomic-level theory to pilot-scale applications. Key topics include, but are not limited to:

  • Fundamental Catalytic Science: Reaction pathways, kinetics, selectivity principles, operando spectroscopy, and theory–experiment synergy.
  • Catalyst Design and Materials Innovation: Synthesis and engineering of heterogeneous, homogeneous, enzymatic, photo- and electrocatalytic systems.
  • Catalysis for Energy and Sustainability: Solar-to-chemical conversion, hydrogen generation, CO₂ utilization, nitrogen/nitrate reduction, and green fuel production.
  • Circular Carbon and Resource Recovery: Catalytic upgrading of plastics, biomass, and industrial waste into value-added products.
  • Emerging Frontiers in Catalysis: Single-atom and cluster catalysts, nano/quantum-confined effects, dynamic self-healing catalysts, and machine learning–driven catalyst discovery.
  • Industrial and Technological Applications: Catalysis for large-scale chemical, energy, and materials production, including reactor engineering and process intensification.

By providing a platform for impactful contributions, Catalytic Matter seeks to shape the future of catalysis—integrating fundamental discoveries with technological innovation to address global challenges in energy, environment, and sustainable development.