Novel Catalytic Strategies for the Synthesis of Furans and Their Derivatives.

This document discusses the synthesis and utilization of furans and their derivatives as platform chemicals in the chemical industry. Furans, such as furfural and 5-hydroxymethylfurfural (HMF), can be derived from hemicellulose and cellulose and used in various reactions to produce renewable biofuels and biochemicals. However, the reactivity of furans also leads to the formation of significant by-products, making the development of sustainable processes challenging. The document presents recent advances in furan synthesis and utilization, focusing on catalytic systems, process conditions, and kinetic and mechanistic aspects. The papers highlight the importance of furanic compounds for the development of biorefineries and a sustainable energy transition. [Extracted from the article]