Synthesis of an efficient MOF heterogeneous catalyst (UiO-66-NH2–Pd) for C–O cross-coupling reactions

Abstract This study successfully encapsulated palladium nanoparticles within the metal–organic framework material UiO-66 using a straightforward method. Utilizing a microwave-assisted process, the pores of UiO-66 were activated, and the metal precursors were simultaneously reduced in the presence of...

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Main Authors: Abdulrahman A. Almehizia, Anjan Kumar, Yashwantsinh Jadeja, R. Roopashree, Aditya Kashyap, Radhwan Abdul Kareem, V. Kavitha, Subhashree Ray, Chou-Yi Hsu, Pranchal Rajput
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Language:English
Published: Nature Portfolio 2025-08-01
Series:Scientific Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-025-14717-2
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Summary:Abstract This study successfully encapsulated palladium nanoparticles within the metal–organic framework material UiO-66 using a straightforward method. Utilizing a microwave-assisted process, the pores of UiO-66 were activated, and the metal precursors were simultaneously reduced in the presence of a reducing agent. The morphological and physicochemical properties of the resulting material were thoroughly analyzed using various techniques, including EDX, SEM, XRD, TGA, BET, and ICP-OES. UiO-66-NH2-Pd demonstrated highly efficient catalytic activity in C–O cross-coupling reactions under mild conditions. Moreover, this nanostructured material offers notable advantages, such as high reaction efficiency, a simple preparation process, and environmentally friendly characteristics. The catalyst was easily recovered via centrifugation and recycled five times without significant palladium leaching or any substantial loss in activity.
ISSN:2045-2322