Shepherd Experts Contribute to the Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology

Shepherd Chemical is proud to announce that Rob Hart, Jacek Pecyna, and John Stueve have co-authored the latest revision of the comprehensive Copper Compounds article in the Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology—one of the world’s most respected scientific reference works. This recognition highlights Shepherd’s ongoing commitment to advancing the understanding and application of specialty metal chemistry across industries.

The publication provides a comprehensive overview of copper compounds, detailing their synthesis, properties, analytical methods, and diverse industrial applications—from catalysis and energy to agriculture and environmental technologies

Key topics include:

• The chemistry of cupric and cuprous ions and their industrial importance
• Copper’s essential role in catalysis, fungicides, and nutrient systems
• Sustainability considerations in copper compound manufacturing
• Emerging uses in carbon dioxide reduction and clean energy applications

“Our contribution to Kirk-Othmer reflects Shepherd’s ongoing investment in advancing the science of metal chemistry,” said Rob Hart, R&D Technical Fellow at Shepherd Chemical. “Copper’s versatility and performance continue to inspire new innovations in sustainable technologies.”

About the Publication

First published in 1949, the Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology remains the definitive global reference for industrial chemistry, covering over 1,000 topics authored by leading scientists and engineers. The new Copper Compounds update by Shepherd Chemical researchers reinforces the company’s global leadership in specialty metal chemistry and sustainable catalyst development.

Read the full abstract on Wiley Online Library: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/0471238961.0315161618090308.a01.pub3