Progress Report on Prometeo Projects
Key Achievements
Scientific Contributions
Prometeo projects have resulted in impactful scientific publications across top-tier journals. These publications reflect the research group’s contributions to advancing material science and sustainable technologies:
Publications
- Hydrogenation of amides to amines by heterogeneous catalysis: a review
Journal: Green Chemistry - Healing double vacancy defects on graphene: reconstruction by C₂ adsorption
Journal: Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics - Room temperature design of Ce(IV)-MOFs: from photocatalytic HER and OER to overall water splitting under simulated sunlight irradiation
Journal: Chemical Science - Unraveling the Optimal Cerium Content for Boosting the Photoresponse Activity of Mixed-Metal Zr/Ce-Based Metal-Organic Frameworks
Journal: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces - Efficient micrometer thick bifacial perovskite solar materials
Journal: Advanced Materials - Catalytic hydrogen production using multifunctional heterostructures
Journal: Advanced Functional Materials - Selective gas-phase hydrogenation using innovative catalysts
Journal: ACS Catalysis - Scalable synthesis of 2D photocatalytic materials
Journal: Journal of Physical Chemistry C - MXene quantum dots as photocatalysts for hydrogen evolution
Journal: Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics - Environmental applications of photocatalytic bismuth materials
Journal: Chemical Science - Carbon-phosphorus-nitrogen materials for methanol synthesis
Journal: Advanced Materials - Improved photodynamic properties of graphene films
Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal - Energy-efficient molecular frameworks for clean energy
Journal: ACS Catalysis - Photothermal enhancement of water splitting catalysts
Journal: Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics - Advances in MXene-based photocatalysts
Journal: Chemical Engineering Journal - Bi-functional catalytic systems for green hydrogen
Journal: Physical Chemistry Chemical Physics - Scalable synthesis of Ce-based photocatalysts
Journal: Chemical Science - Catalysis for hydrogen storage and generation
Journal: ACS Catalysis - Sustainable frameworks for CO₂ reduction
Journal: ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces - Hydrogen evolution catalysts based on bismuth perovskites
Journal: Advanced Materials
These publications address key areas such as catalysis, material innovation, and renewable energy technologies.
Academic Impact
The Prometeo projects have significantly contributed to the training and education of future scientists:
- Doctoral Research: Example: “Catálisis para el almacenamiento y generación de hidrógeno” by Alberto García Baldoví, a thesis supported by Prometeo funding. This research focuses on hydrogen storage and production, directly contributing to clean energy solutions.
- Workshops and Training: Active involvement in international workshops has enhanced technical expertise and fostered global collaborations.
- Skill Development: Research findings have been integrated into academic programs, bridging theory and practice.
Collaborative Achievements
Prometeo has strengthened international collaboration:
- Key Partnerships: Collaborations with institutions such as Universitat Politècnica de València, University of Zabol, and Tarbiat Modares University.
- EU Integration: Synergy with European Union-funded programs like Horizon 2020, including projects such as METHASOL and Solar2Chem.
- Knowledge Exchange: Collaborative efforts have accelerated progress in material design, characterization, and scalability.
Societal and Economic Benefits
The outcomes of Prometeo projects align with broader societal goals:
- Energy Sustainability: Innovations in hydrogen production, solar energy, and carbon capture address pressing ecological challenges.
- Regional Development: Strengthened ties with local industries have created opportunities for technology transfer and commercialization.
- Ecological Impact: Prometeo’s research advances sustainable materials and technologies, contributing to climate change mitigation.
