Franck Morfin

Franck Morfin is a researcher at Université Claude Bernard Lyon 1, affiliated with the College of Engineering and actively involved in the IRCATECH characterization platform. His work spans heterogeneous catalysis, atmospheric chemistry, and sustainable chemistry, focusing on environmental applications such as pollutant recovery, CO2 conversion, and biomass valorization. He employs advanced techniques including in situ and operando microscopy, microcalorimetry, and Raman spectroscopy to study material reactivity and design.

His research emphasizes energy transition and environmental engineering, with expertise in controlled-porosity materials, liquid-phase catalysis, and reaction kinetics. Franck contributes to organizing scientific events like the Thematic School VALOTHERBIO, promoting thermochimical biomass valorization. He leads projects at the intersection of material science, analytical chemistry, and green technologies.

His recent publications highlight advancements in environmental catalysis, material characterization, and sustainable processes. Key themes include CO2 utilization, atmospheric reactivity, and innovative separation methods. Franck's work integrates thermodynamic modeling, experimental analysis, and practical applications for pollution control and resource recovery.

He is associated with the Laboratoire de Catalyse et Chimie Environnementale and participates in collaborative studies on nanostructures, surface reactivity, and environmental electron microscopy. His technical focus on ETEM (Environmental Transmission Electron Microscopy) and microscopy methodologies supports breakthroughs in understanding catalytic systems under real conditions.