Jens Kehlet Nørskov

Jens Kehlet Nørskov is a Professor at the Department of Physics, Technical University of Denmark (DTU), affiliated with the Center for Catalysis Theory. His research focuses on catalysis theory, surface physics, and sustainable energy technologies, particularly in electrochemical ammonia synthesis and CO₂ reduction. He holds an ORCID identifier and contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to clean energy and climate action.

Education: Not explicitly listed in the provided text.

Research Interests: Nørskov’s work spans density functional theory, catalyst design, and reaction mechanisms on metal surfaces. He leads projects on alloy dynamics, metallic nanostructures, and electrochemical CO reduction, emphasizing practical applications for energy sustainability. His team develops novel electrocatalysts and flow cell technologies for ammonia synthesis.

Grants & Advising: Supervised PhD candidates include Vijay S. (2019–2022) and Møgelhøj A. (2009–2012). Active in multi-year projects on electronic structure reactivity and alloy kinetics since 1993. Holds patents on electrochemical ammonia synthesis systems.

Labs/Teams: Center for Catalysis Theory, collaborating internationally on catalytic materials and energy-efficient processes.