Catalysis engineering for sustainability
Our research group is part of the Institute for Chemical Technology (ITQ, Valencia, Spain). We develop innovative materials and chemical routes to support the transition of the energy sector and the chemical industry toward sustainability. Through the integration of precision material science, advanced spectroscopic and imaging methods, and electrified/tandem conversion processes, we drive sustainability and train the next generation of industry and academy professionals.
Principal investigator
Dr Gonzalo Prieto
Our research group holds significant experience in the participation in, as well as coordination of, European Research projects under the Horizon 2020 and Horizon Europe research programs. Below you may find further details on the projects.
MISSION
The overarching objectives of our work:
- Discover, develop and optimize (nano)materials and catalytic conversion processes to contribute to the progress of the chemical and energy sectors towards sustainability.
- Train the new generation of professionals that the chemical industry demands to realize this transition. This training goes beyond technical skills in areas such as advanced nanotechnology and spectroscopy methods, catalysis and reaction engineering to encompass aspects of communication, organization, technology transfer, and internationalization.
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RESEARCH STRATEGY
Our research concentrates in the development of selective chemical conversion routes, typically from light molecules such as CO, CO2, N2, NH3, methanol, etc which are relevant as renewable raw materials, to synthetic fuels and commodity chemicals demanded by industry and society. To this end, we work at the touching point of various disciplines, to (i) design nanomaterials with down to atomic precision, (ii) apply advanced 3D imaging and spectroscopic methods, in combination with data analysis routines, to rationalize the impact of the materials nano and microstructure on catalysis performance, and (iii) demonstrate (tandem) conversion processes at laboratory scale.
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Research Strongholds
PUBLICATIONS
Explore our publications section to discover cutting-edge research and insights on chemical conversions, nanomaterials, and sustainable energy solutions, showcasing our contributions to advancing science and industry.