Introduction to Catalysis

What is Catalysis? Catalysts Can Be Atoms, Molecules, Enzymes and Solid Surfaces Homogeneous Catalysis Biocatalysis Heterogeneous Catalysis Why is Catalysis Important? Catalysis and Green Chemistry Atom Efficiency, E Factors and Environmental Friendliness The Chemical Industry Catalysis as a Multidisciplinary Science The Many Length Scales of a “Catalyst” Time Scales in Catalysis The Scope of This Book Catalysis in Journals General References to Textbooks in Catalysis