An HARDY

An HARDY is a Full Professor at the Department of Chemistry, Faculty of Sciences, Hasselt University, specializing in solution-based synthesis of materials for high-tech applications. Their research focuses on electrochemical properties, nanomaterial synthesis, and energy storage systems.

• Materials Chemistry
• Nanochemistry
• Electrochemistry
• Photocatalysis
• Energy Storage

Recent research highlights include 3D nanoarchitectures for energy generation, core-multishell particles for lithium-sulfur batteries, and sodium-ion conducting electrolytes. Their work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in renewable energy and sustainable battery technologies.

An HARDY supervises numerous doctoral candidates in projects related to lithium-ion batteries, photoelectrochemical systems, and CO2 conversion catalysts, emphasizing solution-based synthesis methods and interfacial engineering.

Key teaching responsibilities include coordination of courses in advanced inorganic materials synthesis, electrochemical energy storage, and sustainable materials, reflecting their commitment to interdisciplinary science education.