Progress Report on Prometeo Projects
Key Achievements
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
