CL Katalyse II: A1

The project aims for the development of new heterogeneous catalytic systems, which exhibit two spatially separated reactive centers. Synergistic effects will allow an activation and derivatization of CO2, methane and other alkanes and will open up unique routes for C-Si and C-C coupling reactions. This involves the development of cooperative Lewis-pairs, which are characterized by under-coordinated Al centers at the ACF surface and an additional sterically demanding base such as DMPU or phosphines.