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From Lignin to Natural Products: Synthetic Biology Strategies for Microbial Conversion of Aromatic Feedstocks

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC03047E, Critical Review

Jun-Jie Zhangyang, Na Li, Xin-Ping Song, Zhipeng A Wang, Bing-Zhi Li, Zhi-Hua Liu
Lignin, the most abundant renewable source of aromatic compounds in nature, remains significantly underutilized, with vast quantities generated as waste from biorefineries and pulp industries. Valorizing lignin into high-value natural...
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Manganese as a Dual-Functional Modulator: Accelerating Surface Reconstruction and Triggering Spin-State Transition for Industrial-Level Seawater Electrolysis

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01906D, Paper

Qingyu Li, Ding Yuan, Jiahao He, Mengyu Guo, Jiarui Yang, Xiaoyan Zhang, Yanyan Song, Zhijun Zhu, Xiaolong Zhou, Sarayut Tunmee, Pinit Kidkhunthod, Jintara Padchasri, Lixue Zhang
Alkaline seawater electrolysis is an attractive avenue for green hydrogen production but faces formidable challenges arising from sluggish oxygen evolution reaction (OER) kinetics and detrimental behavior of Cl−. Herein, we...
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Dual hydrogen-buffer and interfacial spillover effects boosting bimetallic catalysts for mild-condition guaiacol hydrodeoxygenation

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02407F, Paper

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Reem Shomal, Ying Zheng
A hydrogen-management strategy combining buffering, interfacial spillover, and bimetallic catalysis enables selective one-pot hydrodeoxygenation of lignin-derived phenolics under mild conditions.
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A Green and Scalable Mechanochemical Route to 2D Conductive Catecholate Metal–Organic Frameworks for Supercapacitor Application

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01243D, Paper

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Sharath Kandambeth, Binson Babu, Santosh K. Singh, Tahani A. Alrebdi, Kajal Uphade, Manuj Ahuja, Pranjit Barman
In this article, we report an ultrafast, green and scalable mechanochemical method for the synthesis of 2D conductive catecholate MOFs for energy storage applications. We found that the conventional solvothermal...
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Ni@ETS-10-catalyzed carboxylation of aryl and alkyl halides with CO2 in water: a green strategy for CO2 utilization

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC03050E, Communication

Chaojie Zhu, Xin Bao, Yiqing Xin, Huili Liu, Xiangdong He, Feiyang Li, Cheng Wang, Maogui Huang
The first successful example of zeolite-supported metal-catalyzed carboxylation of aryl and alkyl halides with CO₂ in water under clean and green conditions.
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Forest residue harvest optimization: spanning the bridge between plant biology and biorefinery performance

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01047D, Paper

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Alison J. Shapiro, Robyn C. O'Halloran, Devin Tavares, Dat Huynh, Seulki Han, Ruofan Shi, Yagya Gupta, Robert M. O'Dea, Sara G. Haney, Yuichiro Otsuka, Sunitha Sadula, Dionisios G. Vlachos, Marianthi Ierapetritou, Delphis F. Levia, Thomas H. Epps, III
A modeled reductive catalytic fractionation-molten salt hydrolysis integrated process demonstrates that biomass composition dictates the economics and sustainability of forestry residue biorefineries.
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Addressing sustainability in photopolymerization: comparative LCA study of six synthetic routes of 1-hydroxycyclohexyl phenyl ketone as photoinitiator for copolymer applications

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01823H, Paper

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Francesco Arfelli, Maria Nerea Rivas Marquez, Hawraz Ibrahim M. Amin, Lorenzo Di Terlizzi, Maurizio Fagnoni, Samuel Martinini, Davide Ravelli, Juana Maria Rosas, Tomas Cordero, Chiara Samorì, Ivano Vassura, Tito Zanetta, Luca Ciacci
Photoinitiators have long been investigated as alternatives to thermal initiators with the aim of reducing polymerisation temperatures and, consequently, heat consumption.
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An AE/Fe-MOF/PVDF heterojunction self-cleaning photocatalytic membrane for rapid electron transfer to enhance photo-Fenton degradation of tannic acid

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10642-10657
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02278B, Paper

Jiajia Li, Yulu Liu, Manhua Chen, Keke Cao, Rongqiang Zhang, Nan Zhang, Zhi Li, Qi Qiang, Yuping Tang, Qizhao Wang
A kind of AE/Fe-MOF/PVDF heterojunction self-cleaning photocatalytic membrane was prepared and applied innovatively for degradation of tannic acid in traditional Chinese medicine wastewater.
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Dual-functional SnS2–CuS heterostructure for zinc anode protection and conversion-type anode toward advanced aqueous zinc-ion batteries

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10616-10630
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02132H, Paper

Shaoyan Huang, Shuling Liu, Sha Fan, Rui Su, Deliang Tian, Zili Deng, Jinbao Li, Jianbo Tong
SnS₂–CuS heterostructure significantly enhances Zn²⁺ storage reversibility and accelerates electrochemical reaction kinetics.
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Solvent-free all-bio-based underwater adhesives featuring degradability and closed-loop recycling

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10604-10615
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02352E, Paper

Yaya Sun, Yujiao Bi, Xuming Liu, Xiuyan Ren, Qin Zhang, Xin Liu
Bio-based adhesives show promise in biomedicine and electronics, yet developing an all-bio-based underwater adhesive that is both degradable and closed-loop recyclable remains highly challenging.
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Aqueous polymorph and morphology control in ZIFs via 1–methylimidazole for efficient lipase entrapment

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02941H, Paper

Sara Talebi Deylamani, Giuseppe Di Palma, Zsófia Bognár, E. Eja Petersen, Romy Ettlinger, Stig Helveg, Joerg R. Jinschek
Modulator-assisted aqueous synthesis enables phase-selective formation of ZIF polymorphs with improved sustainability and enhanced enzyme entrapment.
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Ionic liquid photocatalysts in organic transformations

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10335-10349
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01248E, Critical Review

Hao-Cong Li, Qiyan Lv, Kai Sun, Jinquan Wang, Zhong-Yan Cao, Xiao-Lan Chen, Lingbo Qu, Bing Yu
Ionic liquids (ILs) offer high designability for catalyst engineering. This review summarizes IL-based photocatalysts, including LMCT-type, SET-type, and HAT-type, along with their photocatalytic transformations.
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Revitalizing saturated ZnSO4 electrolyte via hydrogen-bond mediated anionic engineering for durable aqueous zinc metal batteries

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10658-10667
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02685K, Paper

Haoran Du, Shanjie Zhang, Xinfeng Zhang, Yi Zhao, Jieying Liang, Chang Gao, Zhan Qi, Wenjuan Yang, Xin Liang
Amidosulfate anion acts as a hydrogen-bond molecular wedge, revitalizing saturated ZnSO₄ electrolyte for durable aqueous zinc metal batteries.
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A green versatile platform for synthesising renewable ether-based thermoplastic elastomers

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10699-10711
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00989A, Paper

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Sungkwon Yoon, Charlie Bateman, James J. C. Busfield, Peter J. Martin, Biqiong Chen
Biobased long-chain polyether diols were synthesised via a S_N2 reaction, enabling facile synthesis of ether-based elastomers with flexible molecular designs. These sustainable elastomers show comparable properties to some existing elastomers.
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Concatenating microorganisms, chemical catalysts, and enzymes for the synthesis of ethyl formate from renewables

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10570-10579
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02757A, Paper

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Nina Klos, Christopher Weike, Philipp Demling, Andreas Sebastian Klein, Giancarlo Franciò, Lars M. Blank, Walter Leitner, Dörte Rother
The study identifies key process parameters for concatenating catalysts to convert renewable sugars and CO₂ to, e.g. ethyl formate.
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Novel benzenesulfonamide-based ionic liquids for energy-efficient CO2 capture and conversion

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10496-10509
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01624C, Paper

Yangyang Jiang, Yuxin Liu, Yuanli Qi, Yurou Shao, Dong Wang, Benshuai Guo, Jingyan Zhao, Zhibin Zhou, Yuntao Lei, Lili Jin
Novel substituted benzenesulfonamide ionic liquids were synthesized for the purposes of reversible CO₂ capture and conversion, providing an eco-friendly, sustainable, efficient and feasible integrated platform for CO₂ capture and valorization.
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Green initiator-free hydrogel electrolytes with lignin-assisted ionic networks for high-performance flexible supercapacitors at subzero temperatures

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10483-10495
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00454G, Paper

Meng Li, Shao-Fei Sun, Fuyuan Lu, Wei He, Jieping Jia, Dan Sun, Runcang Sun
An anti-freezing hydrogel electrolyte without initiators or chemical crosslinkers combines mechanical and environmental adaptability for flexible supercapacitors.
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Photoinduced iron-catalyzed LMCT enables propargylic C(sp3)–H activation to access polysubstituted α-bromoenones

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10675-10681
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02782B, Paper

Haifei Jiang, Zhihua Ye, Xiaohui Gao, Yuhan Wang, Xinyi He, Cong Lin, Liang Shen
This protocol presents the first example of propargylic C–H activation via a photoinduced iron-LMCT catalysis strategy, demonstrating excellent atom economy and alignment with green chemistry principles.
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pH- and cellulase-triggered debonding of a bio-based adhesive designed to facilitate pharmaceutical blister pack recycling

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10523-10536
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00733C, Paper

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Hande Günan, Mariia Vorobii, Ulrich Schwaneberg
A bio-based adhesive enables effective bonding during use and on-demand, green debonding triggered by a pH change or cellulase treatment, facilitating recycling of pharmaceutical blister packs.
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Kilowatt-scale CO electroreduction enabled by cation-induced double-layer rigidity control

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10596-10603
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00468G, Paper

Wenzhi Teng, Mengjiao Zhuansun, Haoxiang Bai, Xuewei Hao, Yu Yang, Zhuo Chen, Fengwang Li, Lu Wang, Yuan Fang, Yuhang Wang
Carbon coating rigidifies the electric double layer on copper, promoting CO diffusion and enhancing its electroreduction to C₂₊ products at industrial current densities, demonstrated in a kilowatt-level electrolyzer for green CO/CO₂ valorization.
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Multidimensional engineering of Komagataella phaffii for efficient synthesis of retinal

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10580-10595
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01294A, Paper

Jingnan Wang, Wenqi Ma, Yuxuan Xin, Jiayi Cui, Feng Guo, Yujia Jiang, Wankui Jiang, Fengxue Xin, Wenming Zhang, Min Jiang
Retinal is a fundamental molecule in the visual system and a critical regulator of skin health and cellular physiology.
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Overcoming protic-solvent limitations in dithiane chemistry: photocatalyzed Giese addition and one-pot ketone synthesis

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10668-10674
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01635A, Paper

Shafrizal Rasyid Atriardi, Hanifah Mardhiyah, Su Hyeon Kim, Sang Kook Woo
Dithiane umpolung provides valuable acyl anion synthons but suffers from protic solvent incompatibility. Commercially available TMS-dithiane as a radical precursor enables sustainable umpolung chemistry compatible with aqueous and alcoholic media.
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Greening water-lean solvents for CO2 capture: replacing toxic 1-methyl-2-pyrrolidone with high-performance eco-friendly cosolvents

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10537-10547
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02196D, Paper

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Huilin Li, Xuechong Ding, Teng Zhou
This work replaces reprotoxic NMP with eco-friendly solvents via large-scale screening, enabling sustainable, superior CO₂ capture at lower energy cost.
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Integrating compartmentalized catalysis with low-energy recovery via a magneto-responsive water-in-water Pickering emulsion platform for sustainable biomanufacturing of 4-methyl-5-thiazoleethanol

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10510-10522
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02039A, Paper

Weizhi Huang, Xiaoqi Ding, Sha Ao, Huaqiang Cao, Jia Hu, Xiaoqing Han, Shilin Liu
Schematic illustration of magneto-responsive water-in-water Pickering emulsion for highly efficient 4-methyl-5-thiazoleethanol biosynthesis and magnetic separation of engineered bacteria to enable cyclic reuse of bacteria and nanoparticles.
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Reductive hydroformylation of linseed oil: from rhodium catalyst stability to machine learning data analysis

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10548-10556
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02270G, Paper

Walid Abdallah, Camille Galand, Michel Ferreira, Jérémy Ternel, Hervé Bricout, Sylvain Laclef, Serge Pilard, Adlane Sayede, Rachid Laref, Romdhane Karoui, Eliot Patrick Botosoa, Eric Monflier, Sébastien Tilloy
Robust catalytic system based on Rh/triethylamine enables reductive hydroformylation of linseed oil. Reaction optimization experiments and machine learning identified the key parameters controlling alcohol yield.
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Safe, scalable and solvent-free acyl azide synthesis via continuous mechanochemistry

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10712-10723
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01438K, Paper

Tabrez R. Shaikh, Arshad Hussain, Amol A. Kulkarni
Acyl azides are synthesised within seconds under solvent-free and additive-free continuous-flow mechanochemical process using a custom single-screw reactor, enabling rapid, safe, scalable, and sustainable production.
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Sustainable multifunctional bioplastics enabled by ion-engineered rapid dissolution of cellulose at room temperature

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10682-10698
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01776B, Paper

Xin Li, Lili Zhang, Xi Guan, Dongqi Yang, Huicong Jiang, Jinxia Ma, Penghui Zhu, Zhiguo Wang
A synergistic room-temperature ion-engineering strategy enables the rapid dissolution of diverse cellulose to fabricate fully biodegradable, high-strength bioplastics with intrinsic antibacterial and photocatalytic multifunctionality.
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Fabrication of ammonium dinitramide/Si energetic coparticles from silicon waste with enhanced combustion heat and ignition performance

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10557-10569
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02747D, Paper

Chenxi Qu, Qian Liu, Jianhua Bu, Kewei Ding, Songsong Guo, Na Li, Hexin Liu, Hansheng Li, Jian Lv
To address silicon waste in the silicon intelligence era, we utilized silicon's high calorific value to prepare high-performance energetic materials (11.98 kJ g⁻¹) using the halogen-free oxidizer ADN, suitable for rocket propellant applications.
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Sustainable and selective carbene insertion into N–H bonds with a copper-bound recyclable surfactant under micellar conditions

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10472-10482
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01787H, Paper

Shalini Kumari, Tanupriya Singh, Rajan Yadav, Pritesh Keshari, Susanta Hazra
Micellar confinement of a non-ionic designer surfactant, PAQ-750-M, stabilizes elusive Cu–carbene intermediates in water, enabling selective N–H bond insertion for accessing unnatural amino acid derivatives in water under mild conditions.
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Stereoselective decarboxylation of β-functionalized carboxylic acids enabled by engineered fatty acid photodecarboxylase

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10631-10641
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01918H, Paper

Xinping Zhang, Jieyu Zhou, Jie Zhang, Xiangyuan Gu, Huiru Wang, Shunyu Zhao, Feifan Luo, Ye Ni
Hydrogen bond network remodeling of CvFAP provides a green route for the synthesis of chiral acids and alcohols via photobiocatalysis.
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Clicking the sustainability: Nobel-awarded copper catalysed azide-alkyne cycloadditions (CuAAC) through Life Cycle Assessments analysis

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10459-10471
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01508E, Paper

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Filippo Campana, Daniela Lanari, Luigi Vaccaro
Carbon footprint reduced to 0.362 kg CO₂ eq. per g via solvent/catalyst recycling and ligand-free CuAAC. Image partly created by Google Gemini.
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Carbohydrate pulp in lignin-first biorefineries: properties and applications: a perspective review

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10409-10433
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01335J, Perspective

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Khaled W. Al-Shwafy, Thomas Nicolaï, Hannes Latine, Duarte M. Neiva, Elien Lemmens, Nikolaus Schwaiger, Bert F. Sels
The carbohydrate pulp in lignin-first biorefineries remains underexplored. This perspective highlights its properties and potential to enable more complete biomass utilization.
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Deep eutectic solvents for efficient and sustainable recycling of spent lithium-ion batteries: fundamental research, process intensification, and future prospects

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10308-10334
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02403C, Critical Review

Yang Chen, Bi Luo, Jiangshuo Li, Xubiao Luo, Yefeng Zhou
The development of new energy vehicles has generated a surplus of spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs), leading to an urgent need for recycling spent LIBs.
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Green extract-mediated synthesis of metallic nanoparticles assisted by ultrasound: a critical review for environmental applications

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10383-10408
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00608F, Tutorial Review

Gabriel Toneto Druzian, Mariele Samuel Nascimento, Altevir Rossato Viana, Thiago Castanho Pereira, Fabio Andrei Duarte, Yang Tao, Erico Marlon Moraes Flores
In this review, the use of green extracts and ultrasound (US) for the synthesis of metallic nanoparticles (MNPs) for environmental applications is described, covering studies published from 2015 to 2025.
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Towards safe and sustainable ionic liquids: a critical outlook on industrial and pharmaceutical integration

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10350-10382
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01231K, Tutorial Review

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Assya Bellaadem, Roland Kalb, Blaž Likozar, Filipa A. Vicente
An integrated assessment combining LCA, TEA, toxicity, and scalability provides a comprehensive evaluation of ionic liquids for industrial implementation.
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Development of sustainable green ink using agricultural biomass-derived green carbon: functional and environmental perspectives

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10447-10458
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00729E, Paper

Rupam Bandyopadhyay, Rajarshi Bhar, Prakash Ajay Taksal, Jayanta Bhattacharya, Brajesh Kumar Dubey, Chandra Sekhar Tiwary
Agricultural biomass-derived green carbon substitutes fossil-derived carbon black ink, augmenting waterproof and antibacterial properties while reducing overall environmental impacts.
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Establishing parameters for resonant acoustic mixing (RAM) chemistry using Buchwald–Hartwig amination as a model

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10434-10446
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00784H, Paper

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Lori Gonnet, Cameron B. Lennox, Tristan H. Borchers, Mohammad S. Askari, Alexander Wahrhaftig-Lewis, Stefan G. Koenig, Karthik Nagapudi, Tomislav Friščić
Using Buchwald–Hartwig coupling as a model, this work uses reaction screening together with in situ monitoring to establish design parameters and explore safety in scaling of liquid-assisted RAM-based reactions. Laser beam image designed by Freepik.
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Low temperature semi-solid reaction route to Sm/Co-g-C3N4 single-atom catalyst: Tunable coupling effect between Sm and Co for boosting oxygen electrocatalysis

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02044E, Paper

Dalong Li, Yunzhu Yang, Xinyi Bei, Jiayue Kang, Xinxin Zhu, Ting He, Zhichun Li, Guofeng Wang, Xiaobo He
Rechargeable Zn-air battery is a green energy conversion technique. It highly needs active bifunctional catalysts to promote sluggish cathodic oxygen evolution reaction (OER) and oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) during the...
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Upcycling of Olive Waste Streams into High-Performance Biobased Epoxy Resins

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02999J, Paper

Abdelali Elasri, Mohcen Chahid, Florent Allais, Sami Fadlallah, Youssef Habibi
Olive mill wastewater (OMW), generated in vast quantities as a by-product of olive oil extraction, carries high concentrations of phenolic compounds, mainly hydroxytyrosol (HT), whose discharge into soil and water...
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How enzyme modifications influence sustainable CO2 fixation? A tradeoff between enzyme structures and functions

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02548J, Critical Review

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Arnab Sil, Aaftaab Sethi, Diksha Dhiman, Meena Bisht, Gregory Franklin, Dibyendu Mondal
Rising atmospheric CO2 concentrations, driven by industrial activity and fossil fuel combustion, have intensified global climate challenges. Among various existing CO2 capture and conversion methods, the enzymatic approach stands out...
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Directed thermal decomposition of thermosetting epoxy resin in superheated steam: free radical-mediated mechanism and product regulation

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02231F, Paper

Furong Xie, Rong Chen, Chao Deng, Xiaoxin Li, Xi Ding, Danni Zhang, Guo-Ming Weng
Epoxy resin, as a widely used thermosetting material, faces significant challenges in efficient recycling and resource recovery after disposal. While our previous solvothermal work has made progress in epoxy resin...
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A corrosion-resistant green ionic liquid achieves near-zero wear at the interface with engineering steel

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02522F, Paper

Mengjie Lin, Xia Zhang
In this study, several green ionic liquids (ILs) were synthesized, achieving virtually no wear on steel surfaces, with a wear rate of 2.26 × 10⁻¹⁰ mm³ N⁻¹ m⁻¹, representing a 99.8% reduction compared to the conventional green lubricant PEG.
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Etching reconstruction of ultrathin layered NiFe-hydroxide: building synergistic VFe(III)/Ni(III) active structures for an efficient urea oxidation reaction

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01800A, Paper

Jinshan Liu, Miao Zhou, Yingying Chen, Xiaoping Liang, Zhifeng Liu
High-density cation vacancies rearrange Ni electrons, converting more Ni²⁺ into key active Ni³⁺ species, while promoting ultrathin structures that enlarge specific surface area and expose more active sites.
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Scalable electropolymerized microporous polymer films for solar light-driven reduction of atmospheric CO2 coupled with H2O2 production

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02305C, Paper

Tingting Zhang, Xuyang Li, Waner Li, Youyu Meng, Jie Zhao, Junjie Liu, Chao Zeng, Bo Wang, Lixiang Zhong, Chunhui Dai
Large-area flexible polymer films with permanent porosity and appealing electronic properties are highly desirable for photocatalytic CO2 conversion. However, controllable manufacturing of polymer-based photocatalytic films for selective CO2 reduction remains...
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A bio-based route to formaldehyde-free, wet-durable wood bonding: aldehyde-functionalized straw microparticles stabilize networks and interphases in polyacrylamide adhesives

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01686C, Paper

Bo Hu, Feifei Gao, Yuan Xu, Ke Zhang, Minmin Qiang, Jikun Xu, Ling Qiu, Heyu Chen
A bio-adhesive from aldehyde-functionalized straw and Bio-AM forms a synergistic interfacial bonding network. It delivers good wet shear strength and low global warming impact for sustainable use.
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High solid-to-liquid ratio leaching of strategic metals from spent lithium-ion batteries: design of a green and sustainable deep eutectic solvent system

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02863B, Paper

Wen-hao Gao, Xiang-nan Zhu, Chun-liu Hu, Gu-yue Li, Zheng-qiang Cao, Shuai Yan, Wen-tao Zhou
Sustainably recycling spent lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) supports the global transition to a circular, low-carbon economy.
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Oleo-furan and branched surfactants made from recycled and renewable feedstocks

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC03112A, Paper

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Darien K. Nguyen, Tejas Goculdas, Mahdi A. Al Ismail, Caroline Kulp, Sunitha Sadula, Dionisios G. Vlachos
The widespread reliance on fossil-derived linear alkylbenzene sulfonates (LAS) in surfactant formulations presents significant sustainability and biodegradability challenges.
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Scalable electrochemical Clemmensen-type deoxygenation of aromatic aldehydes and ketones

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02190E, Paper

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Eva Plut, Rok Narobe, Theertha Babu Therambil, Marcel Nicolas Perner, Sebastian Kissel, Tomas Horsten, Nicola C. Aust, Siegfried R. Waldvogel
Clemmensen electrified: a simple and scalable electrochemical protocol for deoxygenation that tolerates a variety of functional groups.
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Sailing the stormy seas of sustainability: flow vs. batch in API synthesis

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01852A, Critical Review

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Francesco Ferlin, Federica Valentini, Filippo Campana, Xing Wei, Luigi Vaccaro
Herein is reported a quantitative comparison between batch and flow protocols for the sustainable synthesis of APIs, focusing on mass-related green metrics, solvent safety and hazards, and space-time-yield. Image partly generated by Google Gemini tool.
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Wettability-Engineered Metal-Organic Frameworks: From Hydrophilic to Superhydrophobic Porous Interfaces for Green and Sustainable Processes in Humid Environments

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01822J, Critical Review

Nengxiu Zhu, Ruiying Wang, Mei Pan, Dianzeng Jia
With the increasing demand for green processes involving water utilization, humid air regulation, and environmental remediation, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) have emerged as promising porous materials capable of operating under water-rich...
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A lignin β–β motif as a precursor to low-temperature fused-aromatic formation

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02344D, Communication

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Jiaqi Wang, Eiji Minami, Haruo Kawamoto
Lignin valorization is typically directed toward recoverable aromatic monomers, but carbon can also be diverted into fused aromatic and condensed products. Here, pinoresinol is used as a β–β model to...
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Improved nylon polymerization using amide diads

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00885B, Paper

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Liangyu Qian, Isaiah T. Dishner, Dana L. Carper, Jerry M. Parks, Vilmos Kertesz, Nicholas T. Zolnierczuk, Nduka D. Ogbonna, Nikki A. Thiele, John F. Cahill, Jeffrey C. Foster, Joshua K. Michener
We use amide synthetases to regioselectively synthesize nylon-relevant diads from unprotected substrates, enabling conversion of renewable feedstocks to high-molecular-weight nylons.
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Combining water and biorenewable solvents for sustainable anodic reactions

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02577C, Paper

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Nikola Petrović, Alberto Bonino, Andreas Baumgartner, Sri Hari Anandhi Rajendran, C. Oliver Kappe, Gabriele Laudadio
The combination of water and biorenewable solvents enhances the sustainability of electrochemical reactions. Four different case studies were considered to validate the approach generality, obtaining high productivity and excellent green metrics.
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Advances in machine learning-driven lignin valorization: from dissolution, characterization, to high-value conversion

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02374F, Tutorial Review

Weilu Ding, Yongjiang Hu, Yumiao Lu, Ziqi Zhai, Kaixuan Li, Hongyan He
Lignin is the most abundant renewable aromatic carbon resource on Earth, offering tremendous potential for the sustainable production of high-value chemicals and materials. Machine learning (ML) has demonstrated remarkable capabilities...
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Fully bio-based wood adhesives from lignin and zein protein

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02129H, Paper

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Ruslan Gryaznov, Fengyang Wang, Mahmoud Mazarji, Alberto José Huertas-Alonso, Ievgen Pylypchuk, Mika H. Sipponen
Manufacturing of wood-based panels predominantly relies on formaldehyde-containing adhesives, whose volatile organic compound emissions raise serious concerns about indoor air quality and human health. Although bio-based adhesives from proteins, polysaccharides,...
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Fluoride-Mediated Hydrogen-Bond Polarization in HOFs Accelerates Photocatalytic Hydrogen Evolution

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02183B, Paper

Haibin Niu, Guopeng Zhu, Shaoqing Zhang, Xiutao Yang, Xiaoming Li, Feng Zhu, Hongwen YU, Li Liu, Guangfeng Wu
Hydrogen-bonded organic frameworks (HOFs) provide well-defined supramolecular microenvironments for photocatalysis, yet the catalytic role of hydrogen-bond polarization in proton-involved interfacial processes remains insufficiently understood. Introducing fluoride during the self-assembly of...
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Practical and general metal-free photocatalytic modular multicomponent strategy for unsymmetrical 1,2-diamine synthesis

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02506D, Paper

Yongsheng Zhang, Yeong Ung, Jordan Diaz, Xiaoxiang Zhang, Philip Wai Hong Chan
An efficient site-selective protocol for the 4CzPN-catalyzed 1,2-diamination of aldehydes by amines and α-silylamines under visible light reaction conditions at room temperature is described. The generality of the sustainable modular...
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Molten salt hydrates: innovative and versatile solvent systems for lignocellulosic biomass processing and valorization

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01266C, Critical Review

Jiansong Chen, Haishun Du, Ning Li, Zhiqiang Pang, Ningning Tan, Xiaohui Yang, Chang Geun Yoo, Xiaoxue Zhang, Xuejun Pan
This review highlights molten salt hydrates (MSHs) as versatile and effective solvents for lignocellulose processing, enabling the key transformations of cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin into high-value chemicals and materials.
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Depolymerization of crystalline PET under mild conditions by a serine-incorporated copper azolate hydrolase mimic

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01850E, Paper

Liwen Wang, Saidi Wang, Lingzhi Yu, Boyang Feng, Qiwen Zheng, Dongxia Yan, Qing Zhou, Yi Li, Junli Xu, GuoShuai Zhang, Xingmei Lu, Jiayu Xin
A synthetically tunable Cu-serine hydrolase mimic enables complete depolymerization of 38% crystalline PET under mild aqueous conditions via cooperative dual active sites.
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Seawater-evaporated vapor dropwise condensation on covalent triazine framework-based photocatalysts for boosting production of pure hydrogen peroxide †

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01573E, Paper

Huiqiang Wang , Weijie Ren, Guoqiu Cai , Ning Li, Qing Chang, Chaorui Xue, Jinlong Yang, Shengliang Hu
The synthesis of hydrogen peroxide (H 2 O 2 ) from the most earth-abundant O 2 and seawater using sunlight is highly desirable. However, traditional particulate photocatalysis systems have low...
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In situ catalyst activation and regeneration enable energy-efficient high-current CO2 reduction to ethanol-rich C2+ mixtures

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02368A, Paper

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Nitin Minocha, Yancun Qi, Ahmed A. Farghaly, Haitham M. El-Bery, Rohan Sartape, Ayush Karwa, Prem K. R. Podupu, Alexey Izgorodin, Husain Naji, Aqil Jamal, Meenesh R. Singh
In situ pre-catalyst activation of a Cu₂O/Cu catalyst under pulsed electrolysis.
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Design of a full-ionic coordination microenvironment electrolyte for high-temperature/voltage sodium-metal batteries

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02282K, Paper

Xiaohui Li, Qiao Lai, Ruihao Sun, Weiwei Qian, Xiangyu Fan, Deshuai Liu, Chi Zhang, Feng Huo, Suojiang Zhang
In this work, an ionic liquid is used as the electrolyte solvent, avoiding volatile emissions and eliminating fire and explosion risks. The lower desolvation energy is more conducive to the migration of Na⁺ and the formation of a uniform SEI.
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Iron photocatalysis unlocks ozone's power for ultrafast sulfide-to-sulfone oxidation in continuous flow

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01807F, Paper

Yatian Chen, Dengyun Luo, Dong Xing, Yufeng Fu, Qiufang Chen, Qiao Song, Zhouyu Wang
Iron photocatalysis unlocks ozone reactivity in continuous flow, enabling the direct and highly selective oxidation of sulfides to sulfones within seconds.
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Stable and efficient biphasic electrosynthesis enabled by centrifugal separation

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00052E, Paper

Jianbo Shao, Ting Lin, Qifeng Yang, Yiming Mo
Biphasic centrifugal electrolysis (BCE) achieves high space-time yields while preserving electrode stability, offering a promising route to liquid–liquid electrosynthesis under industrially relevant conditions.
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Achieving the synergy of intercalation and defect engineering in a Cu2−xTe anode for high-performance aqueous “rocking-chair” zinc-ion batteries

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01931E, Paper

Youcun Bai, Baoxue Wang, Qidong Lv, Heng Zhang
A defect-engineered Cu_2−xTe-CTAB anode with enhanced structural stability suppresses dendrite formation and side reactions, delivering 188.5 mAh g⁻¹ after 100 cycles. The full battery provides 187.5 Wh kg⁻¹ and 20 000-cycle lifespan.
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Unlocking the thermoplasticity of cellulose via amphiphilic ionic liquid-mediated silk fibroin plasticization

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01830K, Paper

Wang Zhao, Hao Hu, Pengwei Zhang, Cheng Xu, Nuo Xu, Zepeng Lei, Xiaohui Wang
A green solvent platform for dissolving and thermoforming cellulose and silk into sustainable materials through amphiphilicity modulation.
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Self-encapsulating FeCo nanoparticles into dual-single-atom-anchored CNTs as a robust dynamic catalyst for oxygen conversion in zinc–air batteries

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01220E, Paper

Ze Li, Haiyan Wang, Tianfeng Ma, Zhen Feng, Shuling Liu, Hucheng Zhang, Jianji Wang, Yanyan Liu, Baojun Li
Self-encapsulation generates a catalyst with dual-single atoms and nanoparticles in CNTs because carbon shells protect active sites. The catalyst shows excellent catalytic activity for oxygen conversion in ZABs.
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Efficient Carbonylation of Formaldehyde to Glycolic Acid over Ru-coordinated -SO3H/-COOH Co-Immobilized Catalyst free of Carboxylic-Acid Solvent

Green Chem., 2026, Accepted Manuscript
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02751B, Paper

Xu Wu, Yu Shen, Lina Han, Yong Xiao, Litao Jia, Debao Li, Heqin Guo
a-SO3H/-COOH Co-immobilized catalysts can effectively catalyze carbonylation of formaldehyde to glycolic acid free of Carboxylic-Acid solvent. However, the acidic groups immobilized on the surface are difficult to adsorb and activate...
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Closing the loop on silicone elastomers: life cycle evaluation of virgin materials and recycling processes

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01680D, Paper

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Malte Kunz, Shamna Salahudeen, Esteban Mejía
Benchmark and prospective life cycle assessment reveal how recycling technologies, energy sources, and solvent management shape the sustainability of silicone elastomers.
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Progression toward terminal oxidation of starch via hybrid organic–enzymatic bioanode for renewable carbohydrate conversion

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01795A, Paper

Adam Milam, Jose Intano, Shelley D. Minteer
Integration of α-amylase and amyloglucosidase for upstream saccharification of starch with a downstream, electrochemically driven oxidation cascade using 4-amino-TEMPO and two enzymes, 2-keto-3-deoxygluconate aldolase and oxalate decarboxylase.
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Development of degradable epoxy-acid thermosetting polymers and recyclable composites by dual-functional liquid hardeners derived from solid carboxylic acids

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01638C, Paper

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Nate D. Gangelhoff, Chen Wang
We demonstrate direct utilization of solid carboxylic acids in solventless liquid resin formulations for recyclable fiber-reinforced polymer materials.
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A fluorinated covalent–organic framework-based quasi-solid-state electrolyte enables low-temperature lithium-ion batteries

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02544G, Paper

Xin Zhang, Honghong Yang, Chuanbao Jiao, Nan Zhang, Zhe Yang, Meixiao Wang, Xiaomin Kang, Zhiliang Liu
A fluorinated covalent–organic framework-based quasi-solid-state electrolyte with superior ionic conductivity and interface stability for operation under cold conditions.
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Interpretable, low-compute machine learning integrating experimental and catalytic descriptors for sustainable CO2 electroreduction

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01753C, Paper

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Brianna R. Farris, Joshua J. Meckstroth, Kevin C. Leonard
Shallow machine learning models are a more effective and sustainable way to uncover fundamental principles governing catalytic selectivity for green chemistry reactions, especially with the use of hybrid experimental and theoretical input features.
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Outstanding Reviewers for Green Chemistry in 2025

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC90104B, Editorial

We would like to take this opportunity to highlight the Outstanding Reviewers for Green Chemistry in 2025, as selected by the editorial team for their significant contribution to the journal.
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Regulating interfacial proton transfer via Mo-induced hydrated K+-H2O networks in CoP@CoMoO4 heterojunction for enhanced alkaline hydrogen evolution

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02036D, Paper

Bingbing Qiu, Banglong Shen, Junhao Dai, Donghui Zhang, Yanfang Wang, Huaqiang Chu, Fucong Lyu
The interface water structure of a heterostructure catalyst (CoP@CoMoO₄) is regulated to increase the proportion of K⁺-H₂O, which enhances the adsorption of water at the active sites, achieving efficient hydrogen evolution in alkaline solutions.
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Kinetically guided on-demand mCPBA generation enables safe and sustainable light-driven synthesis of Davis reagents

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02210C, Paper

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Muthu Karuppasamy, Mohamed S. H. Salem, Kwangkyun Jang, Mitsuhiro Arisawa, Masayuki Kirihara, Shinobu Takizawa
On-demand in situ generation of mCPBA under sunlight enables efficient oxidation of N-sulfonyl imines. Kinetic studies confirm no mCPBA accumulation, minimizing peracid-handling risks and providing a safe and sustainable protocol to Davis reagents.
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Cerium oxide-supported positively charged platinum single atoms enable efficient decalin dehydrogenation under mild conditions

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01089J, Paper

Dongyang Zhao, Cuncai Lv, Li Li, Linjie Gao, Shangbo Ning, Yuchen Hao, Yanhui Fu, Yaguang Li, Jinhua Ye
A Pt SAC/CeO₂ catalyst enables selective, solar-driven hydrogen production via decalin dehydrogenation and the underlying structure–activity relationships are elucidated through combined experimental and theoretical analyses.
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Transforming volatile amines into stable solid sorbents via crosslinking for direct air capture of carbon dioxide

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06981E, Paper

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Ethan Adam, Zhijian Wan, Arash Arami-Niya, Durga Acharya, Wendy Tian, Colin D. Wood
Volatile amines are converted into stable solid polymers through a one-pot crosslinking reactions. The synthesis is green adhering to 11 of the 12 principles of green chemistry and the polymers are effective for direct air capture of CO₂.
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Highly dispersed Mo2C/AC for gas-phase catalytic direct deoxygenation during lignin pyrolysis

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01475E, Paper

Jiajun Yu, Wujin Xu, Mingxun Zeng, Kai Wu, Wei Jin, Leilei Dai, Shurong Wang, Huiyan Zhang
Self-templated in situ carburization synthesis of porous and highly dispersed Mo₂C/AC, enabling efficient and targeted catalytic deoxygenation of lignin to monocyclic aromatic hydrocarbons under solvent-free gas-phase conditions.
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Electrochemical selective lithium extraction from spent LiFePO4 cathode sheets and regeneration via C/MgF2 synergistic coating modification

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01072E, Paper

Jinfa Shi, Long Xiao, Jun Liao, Weiming Liu, Hongbo Pan, Fabin Cao, Youqi Fan, Zhifang Gao
We propose an LFP regeneration strategy integrating electrochemical Li extraction with C/MgF₂ coating via in situ PVDF-derived HF conversion by MgO, yielding 99.64% pure Li₂CO₃ and a cathode delivering 151.3 mA h g⁻¹, rivaling commercial materials.
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Deep eutectic solvent-mediated medical dressings: the evolution from green processing solvents to multifunctional integrated media

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01943A, Tutorial Review

Zexin Lin, Caiyue Le, Zhixia Li, Dan Kong, Yani Guo, Yimin Sun
This review summarizes the evolution of Deep Eutectic Solvents (DESs) in advanced medical dressings, from green processing solvents to structural directing agents to drug carriers to smart sensing components.
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From data to catalysis: advances and prospects of machine learning-driven electrocatalytic CO2 reduction

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9940-9958
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01575A, Critical Review

He Xixue, Ma Ruoxin, Zhang Zekun, Zhang Luping, Li Jiqun, Yan Wei, Xu Hao
As global decarbonization imperatives intensify, the electrocatalytic CO₂ reduction reaction (CO₂RR) has emerged as a key area of research in sustainable energy research.
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Naphthols improve lignin separation and induce photoluminescent structural changes during glycolic acid/pentanol biphasic pretreatment of poplar

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10276-10294
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02097F, Paper

Hong Liao, Wenjun Ying, Junjun Zhu, Huayou Chen, Junhua Zhang
In a glycolic acid/pentanol biphasic system, naphthol additives enriched in the organic phase, enhanced delignification and lignin fluorescence, and retained XOS yields, enabling simultaneous carbohydrate valorization and lignin functionalization.
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An integrated hydrodeoxygenation–hydroisomerization strategy for biofuel production from cashew nut shell liquid

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10260-10275
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC07085F, Paper

Dekang Kong, Xuan Guo, Pei Hu, Yudi Zhao, Junhao Wang, Huili Zhang, Yunming Fang
Cashew nut shell liquid is continuously upgraded to renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel in a one-pot hydrodeoxygenation-hydroisomerization dual-bed reactor.
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Eco-efficient fractionation of bamboo using a pyruvic acid-based deep eutectic solvent: a waste-minimized strategy for comprehensive valorization

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10213-10226
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00388E, Paper

Fan Zhang, Jianbo Huang, Zeqi Wu, Zhenhua Su, Jun Xie, Chuanfu Liu, Wu Lan
A waste-minimized DES biorefinery enables selective bamboo fractionation for levoglucosan and lignin production, while directly upcycling solvent filtrate into plastic films.
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Application-driven design of a biocatalyst for the continuous synthesis of levulinate esters from α-angelica lactone: synergistic effects of silica, triflate ionic liquid and lipase

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10187-10200
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01261B, Paper

Piotr Latos, Anna Wolny, Paulina Powroźnik, Sebastian Jurczyk, Maciej Krzywiecki, Anna Chrobok
This study presents the design of a biocatalyst for the continuous synthesis of sustainable bioproducts with lignocellulosic biomass.
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Closing the loop to minimize the generation of liquid waste: recycling phosphorus species from solid residue to activate with H3PO4 for next-round activating biomass

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10168-10186
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC06796K, Paper

Mengjiao Fan, Maowen Qi, Yuxu Liu, Xiantao Meng, Yuchen Jiang, Baihong Li, Wenjian Liu, Shu Zhang, Yi Wang, Xun Hu
Activation of poplar with H₃PO₄ and washing filtrate to form porous activated carbon (AC).
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CuMoRu ternary alloy nanorods: synergy effect of metal elements enables efficient electrochemical CO2 reduction towards selective ethanol production

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00844E, Paper

Dong Xiang, Huanzong Liao, Ziyi Gui, Dezhong Hu, Kunzhen Li, Kanghua Miao, Aidar Kuchkaev, Dmitry G. Yakhvarov, Xiongwu Kang, Xiufang Wang
Synergy of Cu, Mo and Ru in alloy nanorods suppresses HER, and promotes *CO, asymmetric CO–CHO coupling and the hydrogenation of C₂H₃O to C₂H₅OH, achieving a FE of 51.8% and partial current density of 182.7 mA cm⁻² for ethanol production.
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Precursor-regulated reconstruction of Cu-based catalysts for efficient electrocatalytic urea synthesis from CO2 and nitrate

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10128-10140
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02101H, Paper

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Ke Wu, Guojie Ye, Zhengwei Zhou, Zuofeng Chen, Zhendong Lei, Deli Wu
Electrocatalytic C–N coupling of CO₂ and nitrate offers a sustainable route to urea. We show that precursor chemistry regulates Cu active states during electrolysis, stabilizing *CO–*NH₂ coupling and enabling efficient urea electrosynthesis.
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Interfacial ozone chemistry enables aromatic oxidation in microdroplets

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10050-10056
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00973E, Paper

Lian Xue, Boyu Zhu, Peng Zheng, Xinyao Li, Kaiyu Geng, Jiao Geng, Xingbang Hu
Catalyst-free microdroplets enable in situ O₃ generation and mild aerobic oxidation under ambient conditions.
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Advanced sodium-ion battery anode material prepared by regulating an environmentally friendly hard carbon precursor through bio-based molecular coupling

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10227-10243
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01247G, Paper

Kewu Zhou, Jie Li, Shaoqiu Zheng, Yu Zhang, Yue Zhou, Xinhua Yuan
A bio-based phenolic resin precursor fully replacing toxic phenol and formaldehyde delivers hard carbon anode with 356.2 mAh g⁻¹, 84.2% ICE and 90.5% retention over 1000 cycles at 2000 mA g⁻¹, and a full cell with O3 cathode achieves 241 Wh kg⁻¹.
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Ethylene production from shale gas using a dielectric barrier discharge plasma reactor: an integrative circular economy perspective

Green Chem., 2026, Advance Article
DOI: 10.1039/D5GC07016C, Paper

Seojin Shin, Kyeongjun Seo, Seung-Jun Baek, Kyoung-Su Ha, Wangyun Won
Electrifying energy-intensive chemical manufacturing is a key strategy for achieving net-zero emissions.
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Deep eutectic solvents regulate lignin properties: in situ synthesis of low-curing-temperature phenolic resin

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10096-10105
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01831A, Paper

Simiao Huang, Ying Tang, Xiaoyu Li, Yu Zhang, Ying Zhou, Hailan Lian, Meiling Chen
Lignin-based phenolic resins (LPF) are promising bio-based adhesives, but their industrial use is restricted by the need for complex lignin modification, high viscosity, and high curing temperatures.
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Cl radical-mediated electrochemical site-selective functionalization of cysteine residues in NaCl aqueous media

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10119-10127
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC00888G, Paper

Shuyan Han, Siyu Li, Yixuan Gao, Yuan Liu, Shuo Zhang, Yanyan He, Hongfang Li, Teck-Peng Loh
A chlorine radical-mediated electrochemical strategy, enabling scalable cysteine functionalization, exhibits good functional group tolerance and enables successful protein modification.
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Low molecular state porous liquids with exposed active sites and faster electron transfer heterointerfaces for photocatalytic CO2 reduction

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10244-10250
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01681B, Paper

Yangrui Xu, Yu Cheng, Yewei Ren, Jie Jin, Xinlin Liu, Ziyang Lu
The solid–liquid heterogeneous interface of a UIO-66-LV porous liquid (PL) maximizes active site exposure and achieves excellent photoresponses and electron transfer efficiency.
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Access to indole-3-urea/carbamate derivatives via rhodium-catalysed Lossen rearrangement: a uniform and safe protocol

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10150-10156
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01403H, Paper

Zhangshun Luo, Enqin Yang, Yijie Xiao, Anna Su Wu, Yi He, Shenyou Nie
In recent years, indole-3-urea/carbamate derivatives have emerged as privileged scaffolds in drug discovery campaigns.
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A three-functional zwitterionic arginine electrolyte additive for modified zinc anodes

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10201-10212
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02334G, Paper

Yu-Hang Liu, Li Lin, Dong-Lai Han, Jing Zhao, Yu Zhang, Zhen-Yu Hu, Yuan Meng, Wan-Qiang Liu, Gang Huang
A novel zwitterionic C₆H₁₄N₄O₂ additive was introduced into the electrolyte of an aqueous zinc-ion battery to enhance the stability and reversibility of the zinc metal anode.
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Development of an efficient poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) production platform from lignocellulosic hydrolysates using a robust Cupriavidus necator RXI22 strain

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10106-10118
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01068G, Paper

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Habin Sun, So Jeong Lee, Hyun-Joong Kim, Hyeongmin Seo, Jeongchan Lee, Jung Ho Ahn, Gyeongtaek Gong, Youngsoon Um, Kyoung Heon Kim, Ja Kyong Ko
A robust C. necator RXI22 platform was developed for efficient PHB production from lignocellulosic hydrolysates. Through characterizing inhibitor responses and nutritional strategies, this study offers a promising route for biomanufacturing.
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Visible light-mediated organocatalyzed 1,2-sulfonylation/acylation cascade of allenes for stereodefined tetrasubstituted alkenes

Green Chem., 2026, 28,10006-10016
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC02060G, Paper

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Visible-light-driven NHC/PC dual catalysis promotes the 1,2-monofluoromethylsulfonylation/acylation of allenes under mild conditions with high regio-, chemo-, and E/Z selectivity, delivering stereodefined tetrasubstituted alkene scaffolds.
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An enzyme cascade for green synthesis of chrysanthemol and chrysanthemic acid: key precursors for pyrethrins and pyrethroids

Green Chem., 2026, 28,9983-9995
DOI: 10.1039/D6GC01398H, Paper

Zhanyue Liao, Chuncen Chen, Junyi Lu, Donghua Du, Huailong Teng, Yi Zhou, Shuke Wu
An optimized isopentenol utilization pathway in E. coli enables record microbial production of chrysanthemol and (1R,3R)-chrysanthemic acid from prenol, providing a sustainable and efficient route to essential pesticide precursors.
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