Applied Catalysis Group

Purpose and scope

The Applied Catalysis Group is one of the many RSC Interest Groups and exists to bring together and cover the interests of all members who have a professional interest in applied catalysis.

Aims

• To promote heterogeneous, homogeneous & enzymatic catalysis in a wide range of applications which benefit society: energy, petrochemicals, industrial intermediates, pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, consumer products & environmental protection.
• To share "best practices" for applied catalysis in academic & industrial settings.
• To promote interaction between industry & academia through specialist conferences, training & networking events.

Benefits of joining this group

The Applied Catalysis Group (ACG) has links across all areas of chemistry (eg materials, homogeneous, bio catalysis, enzymes, fuels, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, inorganic, sustainability, process technology…etc). The ACG also focuses on connections across the interface of industry and academia which are so vital to the application of fundamental research. Fostering these connections helps to benefit the key chemical questions that we have around sustainable chemistry, the circular economy, a positive environmental impact and green chemistry.

• Opportunities to present your research at our events or with our partners
• Keep in touch with cutting edge developments in the field of applied catalysis
• Networking opportunities for collaboration between industry and academics
• Participation in ACG Careers events and careers related to catalysis.
• Eligible for bursaries to attend meetings and conferences, and discounts to ACG events

Get involved

Bursaries

We offer student and early career discounts and travel bursaries for ACG and other relevant technical events. All ACG members may be eligible for special bursaries up to £500.

Bursaries are limited and are subject to prior application; awards are made at the discretion of the ACG committee. If you are interested in applying for a bursary, please contact the secretary with details of the event you wish to attend and any details around poster/oral titles as appropriate.

Applied Catalysis Award

The award for 2022 was presented to Dr Peter Johnston for his contributions in gold catalysis chemistry, including the replacement of mercury catalysts in the commercial production of vinyl chloride from acetylene hydrochlorination and the vinyl acetate monomer process.

The ACG runs the Applied Catalysis Award, held every two years, to recognise the contributions of individuals in the field of applied catalysis. The Applied Catalysis Award will return in November 2023 for nominations for the 2024 award.

The award is for individuals where a contribution has led to innovations and improvements in the field of applied catalysis. In particular, the judges will consider:

1. Significance of the work in applied catalysis
2. Originality of the work
3. The ‘applied’ nature of work
4. Publications including patents, articles, and press releases, where the research has been applied
5. Sustainable or Green credentials
6. Overall contribution to Catalysis

Eligibility for the award is NOT restricted by location or RSC/ACG membership, and nominations are welcomed from UK or international scientists with or without RSC membership. For full details, please visit the Applied Catalysis Award page.

Dr Peter Johnston receiving his award from ACG Chairman Keith Whiston.

Forthcoming events

View forthcoming events organised by the Applied Catalysis Group.

Annual report

Please get in touch with the Networks Team if you would like to be sent a copy of last year’s annual report for the Applied Catalysis Group.

Keep in touch

The group issues e-alerts which provides links to group events and other relevant information which may be of interest to you

Committee

The committee members listed are responsible for designing programmes that will advance chemistry in the subject area, helping the RSC to meet its aims, engaging with and supporting our members.

We are always keen to welcome new members to the committee. When vacancies arise, we circulate a “Call for Committee”, where an email is sent to all members of the group to make them aware of new opportunities to join the committee.

It is important to have diverse representation on committees to consider the needs of our membership. All RSC members are welcome to stand for committee positions when vacancies are advertised.

Glossary for Committee Positions

Contact the Committee

For any queries about the interest group, please contact the Committee Secretary using the contact form, accessible via the button below.

Quick links and information

Awards

Awards organised by the Applied Catalysis Group.

Contact us

Contact the Networks team with your queries.