Tomas van Haasterecht

Tomas van Haasterecht is a Researcher at the Biobased Chemistry and Technology department of Wageningen University & Research. His work focuses on catalytic materials for CO2 capture and conversion, particularly utilizing carbon nanofibers and transition metals like nickel and ruthenium.

• Active in Chemical Engineering and Materials Science
• Co-promotor for multiple PhD projects on CO2 utilization and hydrogen production

His research explores dual-functional materials, nanoparticle size effects, and sustainable electrocatalytic processes. Recent publications highlight advancements in CO2 conversion and hydrogen peroxide production.

Current projects include developing PFAS-free proton exchange membranes and integrating CO2 capture with catalytic conversion. Collaborations span topics like carbon nanofibers, metal-support interactions, and green hydrogen technologies.