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Preparation of Binary and Ternary Deep Eutectic Systems
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Promising Technological and Industrial Applications of Deep Eutectic Systems
Alberto Mannu1, Marco Blangetti1, Salvatore Baldino1
1Department of Chemistry, University of Turin, Via Pietro Giuria 7, I-10125 Turin, Italy.
Materials (Basel, Switzerland)
|June 2, 2021
Summary
Deep Eutectic Systems (DESs), formed from hydrogen bond acceptors and donors, offer unique properties for diverse applications. This review explores their use in materials, pharmaceuticals, and catalysis, highlighting future potential.
Area of Science:
- Green Chemistry
- Materials Science
- Chemical Engineering
Background:
- Deep Eutectic Systems (DESs) are formed by combining Hydrogen Bond Acceptors (HBAs) and Hydrogen Bond Donors (HBDs).
- Since 2003, DESs have demonstrated broad applicability in biomass/metal extraction, medicine, pollution control, and catalysis.
- Their unique physical properties, including high density, viscosity, and solvent ability, enable modular system engineering.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review selected research fields concerning Deep Eutectic Systems.
- To discuss the applications and future perspectives of DESs in various domains.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of DESs research.
- Analysis of DESs applications in materials synthesis, VOCs solvation, pharmaceutical formulations, and organic synthesis.
Main Results:
- DESs exhibit versatile properties exploitable for advanced applications.
- Key research areas include materials synthesis, solvent applications, pharmaceutical formulations, and catalysis.
Conclusions:
- DESs present significant potential for innovative applications across multiple scientific disciplines.
- Further research is warranted to fully exploit the capabilities of DESs in various fields.
