Recent developments in metal-doped SBA-15 catalysts for heterogeneous catalysis and sustainable chemistry

Abstract

For the invention of new advanced sustainable materials for heterogeneous catalysis require control of structural parameter of active sites. Mesoporous silica, especially SBA-15 has some unique and important features such as highly ordered mesopore, greater hydrothermal stability, greater wall thickness, large surface area, and adjustable pore volume. All these properties render it a promising material for catalysis, adsorption, supporting material, biomedical application, and environmental remediation. However, purely SBA-15 lacks acidic characters, which hinder its catalysis capabilities. Therefore, functionalized SBA-15 improves the catalytic activities for versatile applications. Thus, in this paper, we attempted to summarize the synthesis procedures, various functionalization processes, and application of metal modified SBA-15 in organic synthesis, fine chemical synthesis, photocatalysis, and decontamination of water. Furthermore, physicochemical properties, sustainability, and efficacies are discussed in detail for future reference and scope of studies.