Defect-engineered MOF-808 for catalytic transfer hydrogenation of furfural: structural insights from comparative studies

Key Points

• The aim is to explore how defect-engineered MOF-808 influences the catalytic transfer hydrogenation of furfural to furfuryl alcohol.
• Conducted comparative studies on defect-engineered MOF-808
• Analyzed the role of acid-base sites in the reaction
• Examined catalytic performance through MPV reduction experiments
• Defect-engineered MOF-808 showed enhanced catalytic activity
• Significant improvement in the yield of furfuryl alcohol
• Acid-base sites were crucial for the reduction process