Nanocatalysis is one of the most exciting fields of nanoscience and nanotechnology. Its main aim is the control of chemical reactions by changing the size, dimensionality, chemical composition, and morphology of the reaction center and by changing the kinetics using nanopatterning of the reaction centers. This approach opens up new avenues for atom-by-atom design of nanocatalysts with distinct and tunable chemical activity, specificity, and selectivity. This special issue is intended to provide the latest achievements on this exciting and growing field. Researchs focused on synthesis, characterization, and application of nanostructured catalysts are appreciated for publication in this special issue. Potential topics include, but are not limited to:

• Synthesis and characterization of nanostructured homogeneous and heterogeneous catalysts as well as enzymes
• Supported organometallic nanostructured catalysis
• Computational catalysis
• Nanotechnology and catalytic reaction mechanisms
• Characterization of the harmful effects of hazardous nanostructured materials
• Impact assessment methods
• Nanostructured chemical releases
• Risk assessment and management
• Pollution control by nanostructured catalysts
• Treatment and disposal of solid, liquid, and gaseous hazardous waste and remediation of contaminated soil and groundwater

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