Anna Zolotukhina

Bio: Anna Zolotukhina is an academic researcher from Moscow State University. The author has contributed to research in topics: Catalysis & Dendrimer. The author has an hindex of 15, co-authored 35 publications receiving 699 citations. Previous affiliations of Anna Zolotukhina include Russian Academy of Sciences.

Mesoporous Metal Catalysts Templated on Clay Nanotubes

Abstract: Halloysite is a natural tubular aluminosilicate clay of ca. 50 nm diameter and 0.5–1.5 micrometers in length. The nanoarchitectural modification of halloysite inner/outer surfaces can be achieved t...

Core/Shell Ruthenium–Halloysite Nanocatalysts for Hydrogenation of Phenol

Abstract: Halloysite tubular nanoclay was applied as a template for synthesis of ruthenium core–shell composite catalysts for the first time; 50 nm diameter ceramic tubular systems with metal seeded interiors were produced. The procedure for the metal deposition and prior halloysite modification had a significant influence on properties of the catalyst and, as a consequence, on its activity in hydrogenation of phenol. Cyclohexanol was the main reaction product, but its yield depended on the substrate conversion and nanoarchitectural composition of the catalysts used. The maximum catalytic activity (turnover frequency, TOF) achieved was 17 282 h–1 in terms of hydrogen uptake per surface Ru atoms. The substrate selectivity of halloysite-based catalysts was also demonstrated at the comparative hydrogenation of phenol and various cresols.

Pd nanoparticles in dendrimers immobilized on silica-polyamine composites as catalysts for selective hydrogenation.

Abstract: New heterogeneous hydrogenation catalysts, based on Pd nanoparticles and polypropyleneimine (PPI) dendrimers of the third generation that have been covalently grafted to a silica surface modified with polyallylamine (PAA) have been synthesized. The final products were characterized by TEM, XPS, and solid-state NMR spectroscopy. The synthesized materials are effective catalysts for selective hydrogenation of dienes to monoenes and phenyl acetylene to styrene at very high substrate/Pd ratios with turnover rates higher than related Pd nanoparticle catalysts. The synthesized catalysts can be reused without any loss of activity in the case of styrene and isoprene.

Functional supramolecular systems: design and applications

Abstract: The interest in functional supramolecular systems for the design of innovative materials and technologies, able to fundamentally change the world, is growing at a high pace. The huge array of publications that appeared in recent years in the global literature calls for systematization of the structural trends inherent in the formation of these systems revealed at different molecular platforms and practically useful properties they exhibit. The attention is concentrated on the topics related to functional supramolecular systems that are actively explored in institutes and universities of Russia in the last 10–15 years, such as the chemistry of host–guest complexes, crystal engineering, self-assembly and self-organization in solutions and at interfaces, biomimetics and molecular machines and devices. The bibliography includes 1714 references.

Nanoparticles Formed onto/into Halloysite Clay Tubules: Architectural Synthesis and Applications

Abstract: Nanoparticles, being objects with high surface area are prone to agglomeration. Immobilization onto solid supports is a promising method to increase their stability and it allows for scalable industrial applications, such as metal nanoparticles adsorbed to mesoporous ceramic carriers. Tubular nanoclay - halloysite - can be an efficient solid support, enabling the fast and practical architectural (inside / outside) synthesis of stable metal nanoparticles. The obtained halloysite-nanoparticle composites can be employed as advanced catalysts, ion-conducting membrane modifiers, inorganic pigments, and optical markers for biomedical studies. Here, we discuss the possibilities to synthesize halloysite decorated with metal, metal chalcogenide, and carbon nanoparticles, and to use these materials in various fields, especially in catalysis and petroleum refinery.

Porous Aromatic Frameworks (PAFs)

Abstract: Porous aromatic frameworks (PAFs) represent an important category of porous solids. PAFs possess rigid frameworks and exceptionally high surface areas, and, uniquely, they are constructed from carbon-carbon-bond-linked aromatic-based building units. Various functionalities can either originate from the intrinsic chemistry of their building units or are achieved by postmodification of the aromatic motifs using established reactions. Specially, the strong carbon-carbon bonding renders PAFs stable under harsh chemical treatments. Therefore, PAFs exhibit specificity in their chemistry and functionalities compared with conventional porous materials such as zeolites and metal organic frameworks. The unique features of PAFs render them being tolerant of severe environments and readily functionalized by harsh chemical treatments. The research field of PAFs has experienced rapid expansion over the past decade, and it is necessary to provide a comprehensive guide to the essential development of the field at this stage. Regarding research into PAFs, the synthesis, functionalization, and applications are the three most important topics. In this thematic review, the three topics are comprehensively explained and aptly exemplified to shed light on developments in the field. Current questions and a perspective outlook will be summarized.

Handbook of heterogeneous catalytic hydrogenation for organic synthesis

Abstract: Preface. Hydrogenation Catalysts. Reactors and Reaction Conditions. Hydrogenation of Alkenes. Hydrogenation of Alkynes. Hydrogenation of Aldehydes and Ketones. Preparation of Amines by Reductive Alkylation. Hydrogenation of Nitriles. Hydrogenation of Imines, Oximes, and Related Compounds. Hydrogenation of Nitro, Nitroso, and Related Compounds. Hydrogenation of Carboxylic Acids, Esters, and Related Compounds. Hydrogenation of Aromatic Compounds. Hydrogenation of Heterocyclic Aromatic Compounds. Hydrogenolysis. General Bibliography. Author Index. Subject Index.

Nanoarchitectonics: what's coming next after nanotechnology?

Abstract: In science and technology today, the crucial importance of the regulation of nanoscale objects and structures is well recognized. The production of functional material systems using nanoscale units can be achieved via the fusion of nanotechnology with the other research disciplines. This task is a part of the emerging concept of nanoarchitectonics, which is a concept moving beyond the area of nanotechnology. The concept of nanoarchitectonics is supposed to involve the architecting of functional materials using nanoscale units based on the principles of nanotechnology. In this focus article, the essences of nanotechnology and nanoarchitectonics are first explained, together with their historical backgrounds. Then, several examples of material production based on the concept of nanoarchitectonics are introduced via several approaches: (i) from atomic switches to neuromorphic networks; (ii) from atomic nanostructure control to environmental and energy applications; (iii) from interfacial processes to devices; and (iv) from biomolecular assemblies to life science. Finally, perspectives relating to the final goals of the nanoarchitectonics approach are discussed.