HG Energy researchers contribute to MATSUS Spring 2026 in Barcelona

March, 24, 2026

HG Energy played a prominent role at MATSUS Spring 2026, held in Barcelona (Spain) from 23 to 27 March 2026, through its involvement in the symposium “E4 Photo-assisted chemical reactions: materials, characterization and mechanisms.”

The group contributed at the organisational level, with Josep Albero Sancho and Diego Mateo Mateo acting as symposium organisers. Their role was key in shaping a scientific programme focused on photo-assisted chemical processes, covering catalytic materials, advanced characterization techniques and reaction mechanisms relevant to sustainable energy applications.

HG Energy researchers were also part of the invited speaker line-up. Sergio Navalón (Universitat Politècnica de València) presented the talk “Engineering Strategies in Metal-Organic Frameworks toward Efficient Solar-Driven Photocatalytic Water Splitting,” addressing material design strategies for solar fuel production. In parallel, Valérie Keller (CNRS, Université de Strasbourg) delivered “Nanostructured carbon-based photocatalysts for some solar fuels and depollution applications,” focusing on carbon-based materials for energy and environmental uses.

The participation of the group was further reinforced by its early-stage researchers. PhD candidates Pau Vidal and Shangfeng Chen attended the congress, engaging with the international scientific community and contributing to discussions around emerging approaches in photocatalysis and sustainable chemical processes.

The E4 symposium gathered experts working on photocatalysis, photoelectrocatalysis and photothermal catalysis, addressing challenges such as water splitting, CO₂ reduction, ammonia synthesis and biomass conversion. The programme also highlighted advanced in situ and operando characterization methods, essential for understanding catalytic mechanisms and improving process efficiency.

Beyond the scientific sessions, MATSUS Spring 2026 provided a strong environment for networking and collaboration, bringing together researchers from different institutions and disciplines. These interactions support the development of new partnerships and reinforce ongoing research efforts in sustainable energy and chemical production.

HG Energy’s participation reflects its active role in advancing light-driven catalytic technologies and its continued engagement with the international research community.