# The funding effectiveness in chemistry at the National Natural Science Foundation of China: research progress on the fundamentals and applications of zeolite materials

## TL;DR

This paper reviews funding and progress in zeolite research in China, highlighting advancements in synthesis, characterization, and applications.

## Contribution

A comprehensive overview of NSFC-funded projects and recent advancements in zeolite science in China.

## Key findings

- Chinese scientists have transitioned from research followers to global leaders in zeolite research.
- NSFC funding has supported innovations in zeolite synthesis and characterization techniques.
- Future prospects depend on sustained government funding and scientific innovation.

## Abstract

Zeolites have undergone a significant development, leading to their widespread application in catalytic processes. China plays a pivotal role in the rapid growth of pioneering zeolite research. The National Natural Science Foundation of China (NSFC) has facilitated the transition of Chinese scientists from a position of research followers to a leading role on the global stage. The future development of zeolite science and technology in China depends on the sustained provision of innovations, advanced techniques and effective scientific funding from the Chinese government, including the NSFC. This paper firstly provides a comprehensive review of the funding projects in the field of zeolite research from the NSFC. Subsequently, a spotlight on new zeolite synthesis, novel characterization techniques and zeolite applications is presented to reveal the significance and effectiveness of these fundings. Finally, the future prospects of the NSFC supports in zeolites are envisaged.

An overview of funding projects related to zeolite in chemistry at the National Natural Science Foundation of China and a spotlight on important progress in this field.