 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.