Thomas Wågberg

Thomas Wågberg is a Professor and Head of the Department of Physics at Umeå University. He leads the interdisciplinary 'Nano for Energy' research group, focusing on nanomaterials for renewable energy applications, including nanocarbon, transition metal oxides, and noble metal-based materials. His research emphasizes their electronic, structural, and chemical properties for energy conversion and storage systems.

• Affiliations: Department of Physics, Umeå University (since 2017)
• Roles: Head of Department, Group Leader (Nano for Energy)

Research Interests: Nanomaterials synthesis, electrocatalysis for hydrogen and oxygen reactions, photocatalytic water splitting, energy storage systems (e.g., Zn-air batteries), and environmental remediation using advanced oxidation processes. His work integrates nanomaterial design with applications in sustainable energy and environmental technologies.

Key Projects: 'Surface treatments for key components in concentrating solar collectors' (2018–2024) and 'Nanocarbon compounds and composites' (2008–2010). Recent grants include 50 million SEK for hydrogen research (2019).

• Publications: Focuses on novel nanomaterials for energy applications, including catalytic systems, advanced coatings, and environmental remediation technologies.

Labs/Teams: The Nano for Energy group collaborates across disciplines to develop next-generation materials for sustainable energy solutions.