The range of homogeneous catalysts for organic synthesis is ever-expanding but often requires the use of non-earth abundant, toxic, and expensive metals. In response, there is increasing focus on the development of non-precious metal based catalysis, including the use of abundant main group elements. Bismuth is a low-cost catalyst with high activity and selectivity, making it attractive for polymerization and fine chemical synthesis. Its environmental compatibility also supports applications in CO2 reduction and pollutant degradation, promoting a sustainable future for organic chemistry.
In this webinar, you will learn:
- State of the art research from one of the worlds leading research groups.
- How to utilize homogeneous Bismuth catalysts for a number of chemical transformations.
- Exclusive insights into bismuth catalysis and its innovative applications.
- Actionable strategies for implementing bismuth catalysis in your research and industrial processes.
Speakers
Dr. Josep Cornella
Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung
Director
Josep Cornellà (Pep) earned his PhD in early 2012 under the supervision of professor Igor Larrosa at Queen Mary University of London, before joining professor Ruben Martin’s group at Institut Català d’Investigació Química (ICIQ), Spain, as a Marie Curie Fellow. In 2015 he received the Beatriu de Pinós Fellowship to work in professor Phil S Baran’s group at The Scripps Research Institute, US, before he joined the Max-Planck Institute für Kohlenforshung in Germany as a research group leader in 2017. In 2025 he became a director of the same institute, heading the research department on sustainable catalysis.
His work has mostly focused on developing interesting catalytic methodologies utilising non-precious metals such as nickel, iron and bismuth.
Related Products
Chemistry and synthesis
- Reaction design and optimization
Duration:1h
Language:English
Session 1:presented October 16, 2025
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