Synthesis, characterization and catalytic behavior of functionalized mesoporous SBA-15 with various organo-silanes

► We synthesize mesoporous silica SBA-15 by one-step method and functionalize. ► The anchoring of functional groups on SBA-15 is proved by XRD, FT-IR, BET and BJH. ► Catalytic activity order is associated with the surface area and pore size distribution.