Unconventional nanomaterial

Nanomaterials could revolutionize clean energy tech by enabling more efficient and sustainable energy generation and utility. Nanocrystals, nanoparticles, and nanostructures are a vital part of next-generation catalytic, thermoelectric, photovoltaics, and magnetic materials. In addition, such materials can contribute to current, emerging, and future sustainable solutions in the environmental field.

Our group works on nanomaterials with a focus on earth-abundant elements. We develop novel chemical strategies for synthesizing materials with unconventional size, shape, structure, and composition. Nanostructuring approaches, e.g., core-shell architectures, porous supports, functionalization, and self-assembly, are emphasized to enhance material performance while minimizing reliance on critical raw materials. We prioritize sustainability and scalability of the chemical syntheses to align with industrial needs.