CEPEA research group news

Producing hydrogen using cheap, abundant materials without compromising the performance is an appealing concept. But how to turn this into reality? In his research, Ameya Ranade brings together two cutting-edge fields: nuclear fusion and electrochemistry.

The Catalytic and Electrochemical Processes for Energy Applications (CEPEA) group has reached an inspiring milestone: 50 peer-reviewed publications with DIFFER affiliation, achieved in nine years since establishing its own laboratory facilities.

DIFFER and Toyota are jointly developing a unique reactor to capture COշ from the air and store it efficiently, using sunlight. An invention that contributes significantly to reducing COշ emissions. During summer 2024, Toyota presented a prototype of the CO2 capturing device at an event in Paris.

Mihalis Tsampas, team leader of Catalytic and Electrochemical Processes for Energy, wants to make cheap catalysts for solar fuels. An interview about membranes, working with companies, and motivating the team members.

DIFFER researcher Purushothaman Varadhan has acquired a Marie Curie Fellowship. This European grant will allow him to spend two years researching low-cost and environmentally friendly ways to produce hydrogen. He will conduct the research at Herriot-Watt University in Edinburgh (UK).