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Dr. Xavi Ribas is an Associate Professor at the Department of Chemistry, University of Girona (UdG), and a leading researcher at the Institut de Química Computacional i Catàlisi (IQCC). His work bridges transition metal catalysis, supramolecular chemistry, and confined-space reactions, with a focus on sustainable C-H functionalization and fullerene regioselective transformations.
- PhD in Chemistry (UdG, 2001)
- Postdoc at ICMAB-CSIC (2002–2004)
His research explores:
- Mechanistic studies of Cu/Ag/Au catalysis
- Design of supramolecular nanocapsules for catalysis and fullerene purification
- Bottom-up synthesis of luminescent nanographenes
Key awards include:
- ICREA-Acadèmia (2010, 2015)
- ERC Starting Grant (2011)
- Premio Excelencia Investigadora RSEQ (2018)
- Research Excellence Award Serra Húnter (2025)
He supervised 6 PhD students and secured multiple grants, including a €281,250 MCIU project (2023–2026). Collaborations span institutions like the University of Texas and ICN2.
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