Research Grant
[Cite as https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP150103842]Researchers: Jun Huang (Chief Investigator) , Prof Catherine Stampfl (Chief Investigator) , Prof Dr Michael Hunger (Partner Investigator)
Brief description Targeting nano-catalysts for sustainable biorefining and chemical processes. This joint computational-experimental project aims to address one significant global challenge of developing sustainable technologies for important chemical processes. The project expects to discover new advanced nano-catalysts via a rapid single-step process which will replace toxic and corrosive liquid acids, and low efficient solid acids, used in emerging biorefining and petrochemistry. Advanced spectroscopic studies, in synergy with state-of-the-art ab initio calculations will be used to explore nanostructure-performance relationship in depth. Such cutting-edge knowledge will have profound implications on designing innovative catalysts with tailored activity for sustainable production of biofuels and chemicals.
Funding Amount $334,300
Funding Scheme Discovery Projects
- ARC : DP150103842
- PURL : https://purl.org/au-research/grants/arc/DP150103842
