Glucose-mediated independent pyrolysis strategy optimises the pore structure of MOF-derived carbon catalysts to promote the conversion of HMF to FDCA

Key Points

• The research aims to enhance the conversion of HMF to FDCA by optimizing the pore structure of carbon catalysts derived from MOFs using glucose-mediated pyrolysis.
• Developed carbon-based catalysts from metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) using glucose-mediated pyrolysis.
• Investigated the influence of pore structure on catalytic performance for the oxidation of HMF.
• Analyzed catalyst efficiency in the conversion process of HMF to FDCA.
• Optimized pore structure significantly improved catalytic activity for HMF conversion to FDCA.
• Achieved high selectivity for FDCA under optimized conditions.
• Demonstrated the potential for sustainable production of FDCA from biomass-derived HMF.