Welcome

The XXIV Congress of the Interdivisional Catalysis Group (GIC) of the Italian Chemical Society (SCI) will take place in Torino and is jointly organized by the University of Torino and Politecnico di Torino. This three days event will span three days and will provide a comprehensive platform for discussing the latest advances in catalysis, with a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation.

The scientific program will include plenary and keynote lectures from leading national and international experts, offering insights into cutting-edge developments in the field. Contributions from industry will further highlight the crucial role of catalysis in enabling sustainable technologies and bridging the gap between fundamental research and real-world applications. A significant part of the program will be dedicated to oral and poster presentations by young researchers, whose active participation is strongly encouraged and supported.

The congress will cover all major areas of catalysis, with particular attention to emerging topics such as photocatalysis, electrocatalysis, CO2 capture and conversion, catalytic transformation of biomass and various waste streams—including plastic residues and industrial by-products—into valuable chemicals, fuels, and functional materials. Sessions will also focus on the design of advanced catalytic materials, the application of enabling technologies, and the use of state-of-the-art characterization techniques to unravel structure–property relationships, which are essential for the rational development of next-generation catalysts.

By fostering dialogue between academia and industry, and by promoting the involvement of early-career scientists, the congress aims to catalyse new ideas, strengthen collaborations, and contribute to the advancement of sustainable chemical processes.