Noyori's catalyst

Noyori's catalyst is a specially designed chemical tool used to efficiently speed up a key step in making certain drugs and chemicals. It is based on a metal (usually ruthenium) combined with other elements that help it interact with molecules in a precise way. This catalyst enables the conversion of a simple molecule into a more complex, valuable one, often with high selectivity and fewer waste products. Its development has advanced the field of green chemistry by making chemical processes cleaner, more sustainable, and cost-effective, especially in producing pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.