Chantal Guillard

Chantal Guillard is a Researcher at the Institute of Research on Catalysis and the Environment of Lyon (IRCELYON), affiliated with Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1. She has been actively contributing to the field of environmental photocatalysis for several decades, with a focus on developing advanced oxidation technologies for environmental applications.

• Position: Researcher (Chercheur)
• Institution: Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1
• Research Unit: Catalysis and Atmospheric Reactivity for the Environment (CARE)
• ORCID: 0000-0002-9527-827X

Dr. Guillard's research primarily centers on photocatalysis for environmental applications. Her work spans water and air treatment, disinfection technologies, and the development of self-cleaning materials. She has made significant contributions to understanding the fundamental mechanisms of photocatalytic processes, particularly using titanium dioxide-based materials. Her research has evolved from basic photocatalytic mechanisms to practical applications in environmental remediation, including the treatment of complex pollutants like pharmaceuticals, industrial chemicals, and biological contaminants.

Her extensive publication record, spanning from the 1980s to present, demonstrates a consistent research trajectory in environmental photocatalysis. The trend in her recent work shows increasing focus on practical applications, reactor design, and the integration of photocatalysis with other treatment technologies. Her research spans fundamental studies of catalyst properties to applied environmental engineering solutions, with particular emphasis on water treatment applications and the valorization of degradation products.

Dr. Guillard collaborates extensively with researchers across France and internationally, working with both academic and technical staff to advance the field of environmental photocatalysis. Her work bridges fundamental chemistry with practical environmental engineering solutions, contributing significantly to the scientific understanding and technological implementation of photocatalytic processes for environmental protection.