MSc Chemistry by Research- Sustainable Chemistry and Catalysis

Sustainable Chemistry provides many of the crucial underpinning technologies and solutions that enable the responsible production and use of chemicals that we all rely on in our daily lives, which are fundamental in delivering vital global Net Zero targets to tackle climate change proactively. Research in sustainable chemistry is an essential component for achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, which emphasise the necessity of using nature's resources efficiently and responsibly, eradicating waste and hazardous substances in chemical production and usage, promoting their reuse and recycling (circular economy), and safeguarding and enhancing the environment.

Catalysis is one of the key tools for delivering these vital sustainability goals. It plays a critical part in driving the urgent transition from reliance on finite fossil resources to sustainable raw materials for energy generation and chemical, pharmaceutical and materials manufacture. Catalysis enables highly efficient chemicals manufacture under mild conditions with high atom economy and less waste. Furthermore, catalysis research is crucial in delivering key enhancements in environmental protection, which include emission control technologies and clean energy generation.