 Catalytic pyrolysis is a promising route for converting lignocellulosic biomass into chemicals and fuels compatible with petrochemical infrastructure, with recent research focusing on hydrodeoxygenation and zeolite cracking to produce aromatics and drop in fuels. The development of multifunctional catalysts that benefit from both processes is currently being researched to achieve highly selective and robust conversion. This article was authored by Theodore Dickerson and Wansoria.