Panorama da Catálise no Maranhão

Resumo

Brazil is one of the countries with a large volume of research in the area of catalysis, with the northeast
region contributing significantly to this scenario, along with other Brazilian regions. However, there
are still few scientific papers on the subject, considering the great importance of this technology for the
development of society. The study of catalysis in the state of Maranhão has taken new paths through
the nucleation and consolidation of stricto sensu postgraduate programs. However, there are no or very
limited records on the development of catalysis in Maranhão. In this context, the aim of this study was to
investigate aspects of catalysis in Maranhão, considering its progress and prospects, and to begin a major
mapping of institutions, researchers, laboratories, groups and lines of research in the state. Through this
overview of catalysis in Maranhão, it was possible to guide diversification in the areas of study developed
by the research groups in order to promote advances in the synthesis, characterization and application of
catalysts, especially solid catalysts and heterogeneous catalysis.