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Andrei Y. Khodakov is a Research Director (Professor equivalent) at the Unité de Catalyse et de Chimie du Solide (UCCS), UMR CNRS 8181, affiliated with University of Lille. He serves as Coordinator of the CEMOP research team (Catalysis for Energy and Synthesis of Platform Molecules) within the Heterogeneous Catalysis Department. His academic journey began with a Master's in Chemistry from Lomonosov Moscow State University (1987), followed by a PhD from the Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry (1991), and a Dr. Sci. (Habilitation) from University of Sciences and Technologies of Lille (2002). Khodakov's research focuses on heterogeneous catalysis, with particular expertise in Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, syngas conversion to fuels and platform molecules, photocatalysis, CO 2 utilization, and methane valorization. His work bridges fundamental catalyst design with practical applications for sustainable energy and chemical production. He has pioneered research on nanoconfined catalysts, mobile promoters, and single-atom catalytic systems, with significant contributions to understanding reaction mechanisms and kinetics. His publication record spans over 122 papers since 2008, with recent work emphasizing CO 2 hydrogenation, photocatalytic methane conversion, and advanced catalyst design using nanoreactors and single-atom techniques. The research shows a clear trajectory toward sustainable catalytic processes for renewable feedstocks and carbon-neutral chemical production. CNRS Prize of Excellence (2011) CNRS Ph.D. and Research Supervising Bonus (2016) Special Invited Scientist of the Brazilian Government (2013-2016) Khodakov has supervised 27 PhD students and 14 post-doctoral researchers, demonstrating strong commitment to academic training. He teaches at Centrale Lille and University of Lille's Biorefinery Master's program, and organizes international summer schools for Chinese and Brazilian students. His research is supported by 4 ANR projects, 3 European projects, and over 20 industrial contracts, reflecting both academic excellence and industrial relevance. His laboratory focuses on catalyst design for sustainable chemical production, with particular emphasis on reactor engineering, in-situ characterization techniques, and development of catalysts for renewable feedstocks conversion.

• Catalysis
• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis
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Yves Schuurman is a Researcher at the Institute of Research on Catalysis and Environment of Lyon (IRCELYON), affiliated with Claude Bernard University Lyon 1. He serves as deputy manager of the Engineering from Material to Reactor department. His research spans multiple areas of catalysis and chemical engineering with a focus on sustainable energy solutions. Dr. Schuurman's research interests center on catalytic processes for energy applications, particularly in the areas of hydrogen production, biomass conversion, and Fischer-Tropsch synthesis. His work combines experimental approaches with kinetic modeling to understand reaction mechanisms at a fundamental level while addressing practical challenges in reactor design and catalyst development. He has made significant contributions to understanding CO 2 hydrogenation, biogas reforming, and sustainable fuel production through catalytic processes. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong emphasis on sustainable energy conversion technologies, with particular expertise in catalytic reactor design, kinetic modeling, and in situ characterization techniques. His research bridges fundamental science with practical applications in energy transition technologies. Dr. Schuurman actively collaborates with numerous researchers across multiple institutions, supervising students like Valentin L'Hospital and working within the broader catalysis research community at IRCELYON. He utilizes advanced characterization methods including SSITKA, FT-IR spectroscopy, and isotopic labeling to investigate reaction mechanisms. His work often involves high-throughput experimentation and microkinetic modeling approaches to develop more efficient catalytic processes for energy applications.

• Catalysis
• Chemical Engineering
• Sustainable Energy
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Anne Griboval-Constant is a Lecturer in the Chemistry Department of the Faculty of Science and Technology at Lille University. She is affiliated with the Solid State Catalysis and Chemistry Unit (UCCS - UMR CNRS 8181) and conducts her research within the CEMOP group (Catalysis for Energy and Platform Molecules Synthesis). Her educational background includes: Accreditation to Direct Research (2007) titled "Optimization of catalysts for the production of clean fuels" Doctorate in Spectrochemistry, Molecules, Solids and Reactivity (1998) from ENSIGC in Toulouse Engineering degree in Chemical Engineering (1995) from ENSIGC in Toulouse DEA in process engineering (1995) from ENSIGC Dr. Griboval-Constant's research focuses on heterogeneous catalysis, particularly in hydrotreatment of petroleum fractions and Fischer-Tropsch synthesis. From 1999 to 2014, she optimized catalysts for fuel production from CO and H2 synthesis gas. Since 2015, her work has centered on catalyst development for fuel desulfurization, including optimization of CoMo/Al2O3 catalysts through silica deposition. Her research integrates chemometric methods (PCA, MCR-ALS) with advanced spectroscopic techniques like operando XANES/EXAFS from the Soleil synchrotron, bridging fundamental catalyst science with practical energy applications. Her publication record shows consistent focus on catalyst characterization and optimization across hydrotreating and Fischer-Tropsch processes. Recent work increasingly incorporates advanced in situ characterization techniques to understand catalyst behavior under operating conditions, with particular emphasis on metal-support interactions, promoter effects, and carbon species formation. As an elected member of both the Chemistry Department Council and the UCCS Unit Council, Dr. Griboval-Constant actively participates in academic governance. Her teaching responsibilities span undergraduate and graduate programs, covering general chemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics, catalysis, risk management, and process engineering across Bachelor's and Master's levels.

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Hydrotreatment
• Fischer-Tropsch Synthesis
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Gang JI is a CNRS Research Officer with HDR at the University of Lille, affiliated with the Materials and Transformations Unit (UMET) and the Physical Metallurgy and Materials Engineering team. He conducts advanced research in metal matrix composites, interface engineering, and microstructural characterization using transmission electron microscopy techniques. His research interests include physical metallurgy, materials engineering, metal matrix (nano)composites, interface characterization, powder metallurgy, additive manufacturing, and advanced electron microscopy. He investigates the relationship between complex microstructures and mechanical properties, with a focus on aluminum and magnesium-based systems. His recent publications reveal a strong trend in enhancing mechanical performance of lightweight alloys, particularly through interface tailoring, precipitation engineering, and advanced processing techniques like cold spraying and additive manufacturing. His work spans from fundamental microstructural analysis to applied materials development for high-performance applications. Co-supervised thesis: Study of aluminum matrix composites reinforced by TiB2 nanoparticles for TEM (Yu MA, 2019) Co-supervision: Preparation, microstructure and properties of advanced multifunctional composites by powder metallurgy (Jingnan MA, 2021) Co-direction: Study of the relationship between complex microstructures and fracture properties of stainless steel (Renata DE OLIVEIRA MELO, 2023) He is actively involved in collaborative research projects and has contributed to significant advancements in materials science, as evidenced by publications in top-tier journals such as Nature Materials , Acta Materialia , and Cell Reports Physical Science .

• Physical Metallurgy
• Materials Engineering
• Metal Matrix Composites
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Professor Fatah Nouria is a distinguished faculty member at Centrale Lille Institute, where she serves as a University Professor in the School of Chemistry. She leads the Catalysis for Energy and Synthesis of Platform Molecules (CEMOP) research group within the Heterogeneous Catalysis department and heads the PPTS Laboratory (www.ppts.fr). Her institutional affiliation is with the Solid State Catalysis and Chemistry Unit (UCCS - UMR CNRS 8181), a prominent research unit focused on catalysis and materials science. Prof. Fatah's research spans multiple critical areas in chemical engineering and materials science, with particular emphasis on heterogeneous catalysis , catalyst synthesis , and powder technology . Her work demonstrates strong expertise in fluidized bed reactor systems, Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, and biomass conversion processes. She has developed innovative approaches to catalyst preparation including solvent-free mechanochemical synthesis methods and mechanical coating technologies for alumina-supported cobalt catalysts. Her research also extends to fundamental powder characterization, investigating consolidation forces, interparticle interactions, and fluidization behavior of both micron and nano-sized particles. Analysis of her publication record from 2008-2019 reveals a consistent focus on sustainable chemical processes, with numerous studies on biomass-derived syngas conversion, glycerol dehydration to valuable chemicals, and development of environmentally friendly catalyst synthesis methods. Her work bridges fundamental materials science with practical chemical engineering applications, particularly in energy-related catalytic processes. Prof. Fatah has established herself as a leader in her field through her directorship of the PPTS Laboratory and her significant contributions to the UCCS research unit. Her collaborative approach is evident in her extensive co-authorship network, particularly with researchers like Andrei Khodakov on catalyst development projects.

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Chemical Engineering
• Catalyst Synthesis
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