جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Catalysis
• Materials Science
• Spectroscopy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Asma Tougerti is an Associate Professor and researcher at the University of Lille, France, specializing in heterogeneous catalysis. She is affiliated with the Solid State Catalysis and Chemistry Unit (UCCS - UMR CNRS 8181), specifically within the MODSPEC (Modeling and Spectroscopy) research group under the Heterogeneous Catalysis department. Her office is located in building C3, room 106 at the University's Scientific City campus in Villeneuve d'Ascq. Dr. Tougerti's research focuses on advanced characterization of catalytic materials using spectroscopic techniques, particularly X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS/XANES), combined with computational modeling (DFT). Her work spans multiple areas including hydrodesulfurization catalysts, methanol conversion processes, three-way automotive catalysts, and the structural analysis of transition metal oxide catalysts. She has developed expertise in correlating electronic and geometric structures of catalysts with their performance characteristics. Her publication record demonstrates consistent research activity since 2011, with a particular emphasis on in situ and operando characterization techniques that allow observation of catalysts under working conditions. Her work often involves collaborations with researchers across multiple French institutions and occasionally international partners, reflecting the interdisciplinary nature of modern catalysis research. Dr. Tougerti has contributed significantly to understanding the structure-property relationships in various catalytic systems, particularly those involving molybdenum, rhenium, and iron-based materials. Her research has practical applications in environmental protection (emission control), energy production, and chemical manufacturing processes.

Robert Henry Coridanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Inorganic Chemistry
• Materials Science
• Photonic Materials
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Robert Henry Coridan is a Professor in Inorganic Chemistry at the University of Arkansas, affiliated with the College of Arts & Sciences and Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry. His research focuses on hierarchical functional materials for optical and electrochemical applications, with expertise in operando characterization techniques. PhD in Physics from University of Illinois-Urbana-Champaign His group develops advanced materials for renewable energy systems, particularly in photoelectrochemical energy conversion and CO2 reduction reactions. Recent work includes stability analysis of metal oxide catalyst films and gas evolution dynamics in water electrolysis. Research trends emphasize photonic structures for energy applications, non-thermal plasma catalysis, and operando optimization of materials systems. Honors: DOE Early Career Award, Connor Fellowship, Scialog Negative Emissions Science Fellow Active advisor to graduate students including Sam Conlin (Chemistry PhD), Grecia Alvarado Munoz (MS thesis), and MSEN PhD candidate Rishabh Srivastava. Leads the Hierarchically Structured Materials Group with ongoing DOE Solar Photochemistry Program funding.

• Biophysics
• Nanoscale Imaging
• Scanning Probe Microscopy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Georg Gramse is an Associate Professor (Privatdozent) in the Department of Molecular and Membrane Biophysics at Johannes Kepler University Linz (JKU), where he leads cutting-edge research in nanoscale imaging techniques and materials characterization. His research spans: Advanced scanning probe microscopy development (scanning microwave microscopy, electrostatic force microscopy) Ion intercalation dynamics in 2D catalysts In operando charge transport imaging of nanoscale semiconductor structures Degradation mechanisms in perovskite solar cells Professor Gramse maintains an active publication record with 30 research outputs, including high-impact articles in Small and Nanoscale. His work demonstrates consistent interdisciplinary innovation bridging biophysics, materials science, and electrochemistry through sophisticated nanoscale characterization methods. He currently directs five major EU-funded research initiatives: NanoRam (2024-2028): Advanced nanoscale imaging DigiCell (2024-2026): Digital cell characterization 4D-NMR (2023-2026): Multidimensional nuclear magnetic resonance upperVISION2030 (2022-2025): Vision technology integration UNICORN Dx (2022): Diagnostic applications The research group provides state-of-the-art facilities for low-temperature microscopy and electrochemical imaging, fostering international collaborations in energy materials and biophysical systems through multiple EU projects.

• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• Functional Materials
• Porous Materials
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Wolfgang Schmidt serves as a Research Group Leader specializing in Functional Materials at the Max Planck Institute for Coal Research (Max Planck Society) in Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany. His research group focuses on the synthesis, characterization, and application of advanced porous materials for catalytic processes. Dr. Schmidt's primary research interests encompass Heterogeneous Catalysis , Functional Materials , and Porous Materials with particular expertise in zeolites, mesoporous structures, carbon xerogels, and titanium phosphates. His work bridges fundamental materials science with practical applications in energy conversion, chemical synthesis, and separation technologies. He has pioneered methodologies in nanocasting, mechanochemical synthesis, and advanced characterization techniques for porous systems. Analysis of his recent publications (2022-2025) reveals a strong focus on carbon xerogel development for energy applications, titanium phosphate catalysts for selective oxidation reactions, and mechanochemical synthesis methods. His research demonstrates consistent innovation in creating novel porous architectures with tailored properties for specific catalytic functions. Dr. Schmidt has mentored numerous researchers throughout his career and has been involved in multiple collaborative projects with academic and industrial partners, though specific student names aren't listed in the available materials. His work has contributed significantly to advancing the understanding of structure-property relationships in functional porous materials. His research group operates within the Max Planck Institute for Coal Research, which provides state-of-the-art facilities for materials synthesis, characterization, and catalytic testing. The institute's collaborative environment enables interdisciplinary research connecting chemistry, materials science, and engineering approaches to solve complex challenges in sustainable chemistry and energy applications.

• Electrochemical Energy Storage
• Supercapacitors
• Lithium-ion Capacitors
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Professor François Béguin serves as a full Professor at the Institute of Chemistry and Technical Electrochemistry within the Faculty of Chemical Technology at Poznań University of Technology. His distinguished career spans fundamental electrochemistry to commercial energy storage applications, with consistent leadership in capacitor and hybrid energy storage research since at least 2013 when he co-edited the seminal Wiley monograph Supercapacitors: Materials, Systems, and Applications . His research program centers on three interconnected pillars: Advanced Electrode Engineering : Development of carbon/MXene architectures and pre-metalation techniques for sodium/lithium-ion capacitors Novel Electrolyte Systems : Binary ionogels for low-temperature operation and ionic liquid formulations for extreme environments Operando Characterization : Electrochemical dilatometry and real-time analysis of charge storage mechanisms Recent publication trends (2023-2024) reveal accelerating innovation in sustainable energy storage, with 5 high-impact papers in 2024 alone addressing critical barriers in sodium-ion capacitors, flexible Li-CO 2 batteries, and solid-state electrolytes. This output demonstrates exceptional translational impact through 10 patent filings and active industry collaborations. Professor Béguin maintains robust doctoral supervision with 8 completed dissertations including recent works on sodium-ion capacitors (2021) and low-temperature EDLCs (2021). His research group operates through multiple funded projects evidenced by technical reports from 2018-2020 on lithium-ion capacitor optimization. International engagement is demonstrated through co-authorship with researchers across Europe and Asia, and participation in major conferences including the International Society of Electrochemistry meetings. Prospective collaborators and students should note his direct accessibility through university email channels and strong preference for experimentally rigorous approaches to energy storage challenges. The group's focus on practical device realization offers clear pathways from laboratory innovation to commercial implementation.

Stefania Benedettiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Nanomaterials for Catalysis
• Energy Conversion and Storage
• Optoelectronics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Stefania Benedetti is a Researcher at the National Research Council of Italy (CNR) Institute of Nanoscience (CNR NANO) in Modena since 2012, specializing in experimental investigation of metal/oxide nanostructures for catalysis, energy, and optoelectronics applications. She operates within the SESAMO Lab utilizing High Vacuum and UHV equipment for nanostructure growth and characterization, and has extensive experience with large-scale facilities including ELETTRA, ESRF, PETRA III, and EuXFEL. Her educational background includes a Master's degree and PhD in Physics from Università di Modena e Reggio Emilia under Prof. Sergio Valeri, followed by postdoctoral research at CNR NANO with visiting periods (2005-2010) at Fritz-Haber-Institut, Max Planck Society in Berlin. Benedetti's research focuses on nanoscale electronic and optical properties of metal/oxide systems, with three primary thrusts: (1) Plasmonic properties of metal nanoparticles and interfacial interactions with oxide supports using time-resolved spectroscopies to study plasmon decay and hot electron dynamics; (2) Structural and electronic properties of doped oxides (particularly Al:ZnO and ceria-based systems) for optoelectronic applications; (3) Reactivity of reducible oxides for hydrogen dissociation and clean production. Her work bridges fundamental nanoscale phenomena with energy applications through advanced spectroscopic techniques. Analysis of her 54 journal publications and book chapter reveals consistent focus on doped metal oxides and plasmonic nanostructures, with recent work emphasizing ultrafast dynamics, hydrogen catalysis mechanisms, and optoelectronic device integration. Key methodological approaches include ambient-pressure XAS, time-resolved spectroscopies, and in-operando characterization at synchrotron and free-electron laser facilities. She has supervised 4 PhD theses in Physics and Nanoscience and 7 degree theses at Università di Modena e Reggio Emilia. Current research projects include: AMONIX (2023-2025): Developing amorphous conductors for plasmonics ECOSISTER (2022-2025): Sustainable energy transition in Emilia-Romagna U-DYNAMEC (2023-2025): Ultrafast dynamics in energy conversion materials Sensidrogen (2024-2026): Hydrogen leak detection sensors Her SESAMO Lab maintains specialized capabilities in UHV-based nanostructure synthesis and characterization, with strong collaborative networks across European large-scale facilities. Current work emphasizes translating fundamental plasmonic and catalytic insights into hydrogen production technologies and next-generation optoelectronic materials.

Maria Casapuمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Catalysis
• Emission Control
• Heterogeneous Catalysts
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maria Casapu serves as Chief Scientific Officer of the Exhaust Gas Center Karlsruhe at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), where she leads research in catalytic emission control technologies. She is affiliated with the Institute for Chemical Technology and Polymer Chemistry and heads the Exhaust Gas Aftertreatment Team within the Chemical Technology and Catalysis Group. Dr. Casapu's research focuses on developing and characterizing heterogeneous catalysts for emission control applications. Her work spans catalyst preparation, kinetic measurements, and advanced characterization techniques, particularly utilizing synchrotron radiation for in situ and operando investigations. She specializes in catalytic converters for automotive applications, with emphasis on understanding reaction mechanisms and catalyst deactivation processes under realistic operating conditions. Her recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on platinum, palladium, and ceria-based catalysts for CO and methane oxidation, NOx reduction, and sulfur tolerance. The research employs cutting-edge operando spectroscopy techniques to understand catalyst behavior under working conditions, with particular attention to the dynamic structural changes that occur during catalytic reactions. Her work bridges fundamental catalyst science with practical emission control applications. Dr. Casapu leads the Exhaust Gas Center Karlsruhe, which focuses on developing advanced catalyst technologies for internal combustion engines. Her team employs a multidisciplinary approach combining materials synthesis, advanced characterization, and reaction engineering to address challenges in automotive emission control.

• Catalysis
• CO2 Utilization
• Structured Catalysts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emiliano Dal Molin is a PostDoc (Research Fellow) at Technical University of Darmstadt, working in the group of Prof. Gurlo since March 2025. He completed his PhD in February 2025 under the supervision of Prof. Gurlo and Prof. Repke. His research focuses on catalysis for CO 2 utilization, specifically the advanced fabrication of structured catalysts. Additionally, he holds a position as Project analyst at PVP Advisors GmbH since October 2024. Dr. Dal Molin earned his PhD from Technical University of Darmstadt in February 2025. His dissertation, titled "Advanced fabrication of structured catalysts for CO 2 utilization: Case studies on Ni/SiO 2 and In 2 O 3 /ZrO 2 ", addressed key challenges in catalyst design for sustainable chemistry. His primary research interests include: Catalysis for CO 2 utilization Advanced fabrication of structured catalysts (including 3D printing) Case studies on Ni/SiO 2 and In 2 O 3 /ZrO 2 catalyst systems In operando characterization techniques (EPR, X-ray) Catalyst deactivation modelling Dr. Dal Molin has established a network of collaborations during his PhD, working with: Prof. Repke and Prof. Schömacker on 3D printed tandem catalysts Prof. Risse for in operando EPR experiments Prof. Hess for catalyst deactivation modelling Prof. Kanngiesser for X-ray based measurements BAM (Dr. Pauw) and TU Graz (Dr. Smales) for small angle X-ray scattering As a recent PostDoc, Dr. Dal Molin is actively contributing to research in catalysis and materials science. He also organized the EC2/BIG-NSE student excursion to BASF Nienburg in October 2024, demonstrating engagement in academic community building.

• Catalysis
• Surface Science
• Nanomaterials
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Beatriz Roldan Cuenya is a Professor and Group Leader at the Fritz Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society, where she directs the Department of Interface Science. She holds a European Research Council Consolidator Grant and is a Fellow of the Max Planck Society. Her research integrates surface science, catalysis, and nanomaterials, with a focus on understanding dynamic surface transformations during chemical reactions using advanced operando techniques. Her work spans electrocatalysis (CO₂ reduction), thermal catalysis (CO₂ hydrogenation), and nanoparticle design. Key themes include: Correlating nanoscale structure with catalytic activity/selectivity Developing size/shape-controlled catalysts Probing reaction mechanisms via real-time microscopy/spectroscopy Her recent publications (2021-2025) predominantly explore CO₂ conversion strategies, bimetallic catalysts, and operando characterization methods. Trends show emphasis on sustainable chemistry and energy applications. Notable scientific awards: AVS Fellow of the Society Award (2021) ISE-Elsevier Prize for Experimental Electrochemistry (2021) Academia Europaea Membership (2020) ERC Consolidator Award (2016) Max Planck Society Fellowship (2016) She leads a well-equipped research group investigating catalyst design and reaction dynamics. The lab leverages synchrotron facilities and in-house instrumentation for fundamental studies.

Reinhard Schomäckerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Catalysis
• Reaction Engineering
• Sustainable Chemistry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Reinhard Schomäcker is a Professor at the Technical University of Berlin's Institute of Chemistry and a Group Leader at UniSysCat. His research bridges catalysis, reaction engineering, and sustainable chemistry, with applications in CO₂ utilization, photocatalytic hydrogen production, and hydrocarbon conversion. He leads the Reaction Engineering Group, focusing on catalyst design and process optimization. Research Interests: His work spans heterogeneous catalysis, kinetic studies, membrane reactors, and techno-economic assessments. Key areas include: Development of tandem catalytic systems for CO₂ hydrogenation Photocatalytic hydrogen evolution using advanced materials Design of nanocatalysts for industrial processes Awards & Recognition: Innovation Award of German Gas Industry (2016) UNIPRENEURS Award for entrepreneurial contributions (2023) Lab & Resources: He directs the Reaction Engineering Group ( www.reaction-engineering.tu-berlin.de ), which collaborates extensively within UniSysCat. The lab specializes in operando catalyst characterization and reactor design.

• Electron microscopy
• Defects in advanced materials
• Thin films
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Corneliu GHICA is a Scientific Researcher I and Head of the Laboratory of Atomic Structures and Defects in Advanced Materials (LASDAM) at the National Institute of Materials Physics. His work focuses on advanced materials characterization using atomic-resolution electron microscopy techniques and development of functional materials for applications in sensors, electronics, and energy technologies. Dr. GHICA's educational background includes: PhD in Physics (2001): 'Study of thin films deposited by laser ablation: manganites with colossal magnetoresistance effect' from University of Bucharest and Louis Pasteur University of Strasbourg PhD in Physics (1995): Optical engineering, optical spectroscopy and laser technologies from University of Bucharest BSc Physics (1994): Optical engineering, optical spectroscopy and laser technologies from University of Bucharest His research expertise centers on in-depth microstructural characterization of advanced materials using aberration-corrected transmission electron microscopy. He specializes in quantitative HRTEM analysis of strain fields associated with defects and interfaces, and structure-properties correlation in thin films and nanostructured materials. His work spans ferroelectric materials, gas sensors, and electronic devices, with emphasis on atomic-resolution techniques like HRTEM, STEM, EDS, and EELS. Dr. GHICA's recent publications reveal a strong focus on functional oxide materials, particularly zirconia-based systems for electronic applications, and development of advanced gas sensors. His research combines experimental characterization with theoretical modeling, demonstrating expertise in both materials synthesis and advanced characterization techniques. The work shows increasing international collaboration across Europe with applications spanning energy conversion, environmental monitoring, and electronic devices. Dr. GHICA has led multiple significant research projects: Nanoscaled ferroelectric (pseudo)-binary oxide thin film supercapacitors (NanOx4Estor) - M-ERA.NET project (2022-2024) Interplay structure-functionality in nanostructured materials for gas sensors - Mobility project (2019-2020) From 2D to 3D+ nanoscale characterization of advanced functional materials - PCE project (2017-2019) Atomically resolved structure and interface phenomena in nano-scale modulated smart materials - PCE project (2013-2015) Laser processing of defects induced in silicon by RF plasma hydrogenation - PCE project (2007-2010) As Head of LASDAM, Dr. GHICA leads a team focused on atomic-scale materials characterization using advanced electron microscopy techniques. The laboratory specializes in TEM specimen preparation, thin film deposition by PVD, PLD and sol-gel, and in-situ/operando experiments to study material behavior under real operating conditions. His expertise in electron microscopy makes him a valuable resource for the broader scientific community.

• Scanning Probe Microscopy
• Surface Science
• Nanoelectronics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Rüdiger Berger serves as Group Leader of the central Scanning Probe Microscopy (SPM) facility at the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research in Mainz, Germany, operating ten microscopes for 30+ researchers since October 2002. Educational background: Physics degree from Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (1994), specializing in high-Tc superconductors via SPM Doctorate and postdoc at IBM Research Laboratory Zurich (micromechanical sensors with Ch. Gerber/J. Gimzewski) Research engineer at IBM Deutschland Speichersysteme GmbH Mainz (1998-2002), focusing on test system automation and magnetic materials His research investigates nanoscale electrical surface properties with direct applications in solar cells and batteries. Collaborating with the Butt group, he pioneers droplet friction analysis methods and studies interfacial droplet behavior at defects. This work bridges surface science, nanoelectronics, and energy materials through advanced microscopy techniques. Recent publications (2023-2024) demonstrate convergence of operando microscopy, machine learning, and interfacial physics—particularly in droplet dynamics and solid-state battery systems. Key trends include computational analysis of sliding drops, lithium dendrite evolution at grain boundaries, and nanoscale friction quantification, spanning electrochemistry, fluid dynamics, and materials characterization. No scientific awards were documented in the source material. No student advising relationships or research grants were specified in the provided information. Berger manages the SPM facility as a collaborative hub where 30+ scientists utilize ten manufacturer-diverse microscopes for surface/interface characterization. The laboratory enables nanoscale electrical and mechanical property analysis across polymer research domains, emphasizing real-time observation of energy materials and fluid-solid interactions.