The Fuel Science Center

Join us at the 13th International Conference „Fuel Science – From Production to Propulsion“ from June 3 - 5, 2025 in Aachen! 🚀 We invite researchers, scientists, and industry professionals from around the world to submit their abstracts for consideration. This is an excellent opportunity to present your work as a talk or scientific poster at our conference. 📅 Important Dates: Abstract Submission Deadline: February 28, 2025 Conference Dates: June 3 - 5, 2025 🔬 Topics of Interest: 💧 Synthetic, alternative fuels by utilization of regenerative electricity and carbon dioxide 💧 System perspective & sustainable value chains 💧 Impact of renewable fuels on environment, economics, and society 💧 Catalytic synthesis and conversion of biomass-based streams invcombination with other renewable resources to platform molecules and fuels 💧 Combustion process and exhaust gas aftertreatment optimization of renewable fuels 💧 Mixture formation and ignition processes of renewable fuels 📧 Submit Your Abstract: Please submit your abstract via email to info@fuelcenter.rwth-aachen.de by February 28, 2025. Notifications of acceptance will be sent out by the end of March. Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your research and contribute to the advancement of fuel science! We look forward to welcoming you in Aachen. #FuelScience2025 #CallForPapers #Conference #sustainability #fuels #fuelscience #fuelsciencecenter #propulsionsystems #exc #clustersofexcellence

Publication alert! 📢 In a study by Ali E. Torkayesh and Prof. Dr. Sandra Venghaus at SOCECON, RWTH Aachen, an in-depth examination of existing cross-sectoral policies with direct or indirect effects on the sustainable transition in transport sector of Germany is presented. 🚚 ✈️ The paper reviews and analyzes EU and German policies within transport, energy, fiscal, bioeconomy, agriculture and circular economy domains: Next, it identifies transport-related targets, evaluates coherence of policies semi-quantitatively and interrelationships of fuel alternatives in different policies. Finally, the paper outlines strategic policy implications and recommendations for facilitating the sustainable transition through electrification and renewable fuels. 🌱 Check the full article through the link in the comments! 💬

Time to spotlight another member of the Fuel Science Center! ✨ Meet Nina Klos, a Research Associate at FZJ. ⚗️🔬 Nina’s work focuses on developing universal building blocks from novel feedstocks using a combined catalyzed process, with a special emphasis on biocatalysis — paving the way for more sustainable fuel solutions. 🌱🔄 What does Nina appreciate about the FSC? 🤔 The strong interdisciplinary exchange, which makes it easy to connect with experts whenever deeper insights are needed. She especially values the FSC conference as a key platform for discussions and learning from diverse research backgrounds. 💡🔍 Stay tuned for more inspiring stories from the FSC community! #fsc #member #rwth #fuelscience #fuelsciencenter #aachen #university #clusterofexcellence #researchassociate #phdcandidate #phdlife 

🌍✨ KOALA Open House 2025 – Innovation, Collaboration & Networking! The Fuel Science Center was excited to take part in the first KOALA Open House at ITMC Aachen! 🚀 The event started with a kick-off opening speech by Professor Walter Leitner, setting the stage for an afternoon filled with insightful discussions, innovative pitches, and great networking opportunities. Attendees had the chance to explore the QuinCAT Incubator, discover groundbreaking projects, and engage in a gallery walk. It was great to see so many exciting startups from the FSC ecosystem represented, including Power2Polymers (🔗 power2polymers.com) and HABER Solutions. 🚀  The KOALA Startup Network connects startups, founders, and experts in green chemistry from NRW and beyond, supporting them with networking, coaching, and insights into the startup journey in the chemical sector.   A big thank you to everyone who contributed to this inspiring event! Looking forward to future collaborations and innovations. 💡🔬     #fsc #rwth #koala #fuelscience #fuelsciencenter #aachen #University #clusterofexcellence

Time to spotlight another incredible member of the Fuel Science Center! ✨ Meet Sina Zonka, Marketing and Event Manager at the FSC and the Hydrogen Clusters4Future. 👩🏼💻 Sina supports the FSC in all marketing and PR activities, with a special focus on organizing the annual International Conference — bringing together experts from around the world to exchange groundbreaking ideas. 🌍 What does Sina appreciate about the FSC? 🤔 The freedom to bring her ideas to life and shape decisions independently. Plus, working with scientists from diverse disciplines constantly broadens her own horizons. 🔍 Stay tuned to discover more about the people shaping the FSC! #fsc #member #rwth #fuelscience #fuelsciencenter #aachen #university #clusterofexcellence #innovation #marketing #eventmanagement 

👩🔬 Girls' Day 2025 – Explore the World of Science & Engineering! 👩💻 On April 3rd, we invite girls to join us at Lehrstuhl für Thermodynamik mobiler Energiewandlungssysteme, RWTH Aachen University, to dive into the fascinating world of engineering and natural sciences! 🌍🔬⚙️ What to expect: ✅ Exciting insights into research projects led by our female PhD students 🔎 ✅ Hands-on experiments – experience chemistry & engineering up close 🧪 ✅ Q&A with female scientists: Everything you need to know about studying engineering & career paths 🚀 We can’t wait to answer your questions and share our passion for STEM with you! 💡 💬 Links for registration & more details in the comments! #GirlsDay2025 #STEM #Engineering #FutureInnovators #WomenInSTEM #fsc #fuelscience #fuelsciencenter #aachen #university #clusterofexcellence #innovation

🚨 EXHIBITORS – DON’T MISS THIS DEAL! 🚨 Showcase your innovations AND save big at the 34th Aachen Colloquium Sustainable Mobility! 👉 20% DISCOUNT on all exhibition spaces! 👉 30% DISCOUNT if you bring an innovative vehicle for our driving event! This is your chance to present your company to a global audience and connect with industry leaders – while benefiting from exclusive savings! Spaces are limited – register now! Don’t wait – the future of sustainable mobility starts with YOU! 🚗🌍 #AachenColloquium #ack2025 #ExhibitorDiscount #SustainableMobility #Innovation

🎙️ Tip: Listen to the new podcast episode from VDI e.V. with Prof. Lars M. Blank from FSC about the development of sustainable plastic recycling processes. 🌱👂🏼 Together for a better tomorrow! #fsc #rwth #podcast #fuelscience #fuelsciencenter #aachen #university #clusterofexcellence

Time to spotlight another remarkable member of the Fuel Science Center! ✨ Meet Prof. Dr. Thomas Wiegand, Professor at ITMC. 👨🏫 His research is centered on the development and application of cutting-edge solid-state NMR techniques, pushing the boundaries of molecular understanding in fuel science. 🔍🔬 What does Thomas appreciate about the FSC? 🤔 He values the innovative and sustainable process ideas that arise from inspiring discussions with colleagues across FSC disciplines—ideas that are transformed into reality, driving meaningful progress. 🌱💡 Stay tuned for more inspiring insights from the FSC community! #fsc #member #rwth #fuelscience #fuelsciencenter #aachen #university #clusterofexcellence #prof #innovation

The day we have been working for a long time has finally arrived! The FSC is visiting the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) - German Research Foundation in Bonn to present the follow-up application for the second funding period of our Cluster of Excellence. 14 professors and the Rektor of RWTH Aachen University showcase our new research approach. We are excited and looking forward to the launch of the Integrated Fuel & Chemical Science Center (FSC²)! Keep your fingers crossed that we get the permit 🤞 Prof. Stefan Pischinger | Walter Leitner | Matthias Wessling | Sonja Herres-Pawlis | Regina Palkovits | Anna Mechler | Carmen Leicht-Scholten | Grit Walther | Dörte Rother | Andreas Jupke | Niklas von der Assen | Alexander Mitsos | Jürgen Klankermayer | Heinz Pitsch #FSCProposal #ExcitingTimes #WishUsLuck #GreatTeamEffort #FSC #RWTH #Fuelscience #FuelScienceCenter #Aachen #University #ClusterofExcellence