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#ICIQSeminar | 🙌Thank you Prof. Rebecca Melen from Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd for delivering a seminar about the donor-acceptor ability of frustrated Lewis pairs. 🍐 Single electron transfer from a Lewis base donor to a Lewis acid acceptor can produce a frustrated radical species. This depends on both the substrate and energy required to promote a frustrated Lewis pairs into a frustrated radical pair. 🧪Prof. Melen discussed using borane Lewis acids in catalytic cyclization reactions. When paired with PMes₃, they form radical frustrated pairs, enabling C–C and C–S bond formation. This opens innovative pathways for chemical synthesis. 🌍New applications of borane Lewis acids in diazo activation were highlighted by Prof. Melen. These methods replace transition metals in a range of catalytic transformations, offering sustainable and efficient alternatives. 🔵 Also thanks to our seminar sponsor BASF ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) | SOMM Alliance

#ICIQPhD | 🎓 恭喜, Dr. Wu from Prof. Paolo Melchiorre's group! 📚 Today Shuo Wu has successfully defended his PhD thesis titled Developing and Exploiting New Photoreductants in Radical Chemistry. 🗣 “My research focuses on designing strong photoreductants that enable innovative radical reactions, offering a complementary approach to traditional polar chemistry under mild conditions.” Would you like to know more about him? 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dFepDGZd 🎉 Congratulations, Dr. Wu, and we wish you success in all your future endeavors! ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) | SOMM Alliance #chemistry #phdlife

#ICIQSeminar | ➡️ "Single or Double? A Radical Approach to Frustrated Lewis Pairs" by Prof. Rebeca Melen from Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd University 📅 TODAY 🕛 12.00 h 📍ICIQ Auditorium Info🔗https://lnkd.in/d6J77D5X 🔵Sponsored by BASF

#ICIQPhD | 📚Thesis defense by Shuo Wu from Paolo Melchiorre Group ➡️"Developing and Exploiting New Photoreductants in Radical Chemistry" 📅TODAY 🕙10.00 h 📍ICIQ Library Info🔗https://lnkd.in/dpc6nrfP

#ICIQPhD | 🎓 Moltes felicitats, Dra. Domingo Tafalla from Prof. Emilio Palomares' group! 📚 Today Bea has defended her thesis on developing nanostructured catalysts for CO₂ reduction, specifically using carbon dots, TiO₂, and iron porphyrin molecular catalysts. 🖥 Thesis Title: Earth-abundant Based Nanostructured Catalysts for CO₂ Reduction 🗣 "My work has focused on finding sustainable, earth-abundant materials that can effectively reduce CO₂—a critical goal for addressing climate change." Would you like to know more about her? 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dV3XexdZ 🎉 Congratulations, Dr. Domingo Tafalla, and best wishes for your future endeavors!   ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) | SOMM Alliance   #chemistry #phdlife

#ICIQPhD | 📚Thesis defense by Beatriu Domingo from Prof. Emilio Palomares Group ➡️"Earth-abundant based nanostructured catalysts for CO2 reduction" 📅TODAY 🕥10.30 h. 📍ICIQ Auditorium Info🔗https://lnkd.in/dExcEcfZ ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) | SOMMa Alliance

#ICIQJobs | 🚀 Join Prof. Carles Bo and the ioChem-BD OSCARS project team as a Project Manager. This exciting opportunity includes managing project activities, organizing webinars and workshops, guiding code development, and ensuring data quality. ✔️ Key Requirements: - PhD in Computational Chemistry #compchem - Strong Python coding skills - Experience with iochem or data science platform Apply now 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d_-H8Kac ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) | SOMMa Alliance

#ICIQWomenInScience | 🟣 Introducing Neus Munar Barceló, a #PhD candidate working under the guidance of Prof. Katherine V. at ICIQ. ➡️ Neus is at the forefront of innovation, utilizing cutting-edge 3D-printing technology to develop photocatalytic materials aimed at tackling some of the most pressing challenges in environmental sustainability and energy efficiency. Her work is a shining example of the transformative power of #WomenInSTEM, and we’re proud to support her groundbreaking research at ICIQ. Join us in celebrating Neus and all the brilliant women driving change in science and technology—today and every day! European Research Council (ERC) | ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) | SOMMa Alliance #ICIQWomen #WomeninScience #STEMexcellence

#ICIQEvents | 📅 SAVE THE DATE for the 2nd UCB Lecture Award! 🗣️ We’re pleased to announce that Prof. Cristina Nevado from University of Zurich is the 2024 awardee, recognized for her pioneering contributions to synthetic organic chemistry. Her work has significantly advanced catalytic methods and the synthesis of bioactive molecules with medicinal relevance. In addition, James Reuberson from UCB Biopharma will present an overview of UCB's impactful work. ➡️ Join us on December 9th at ICIQ for inspiring talks and a Q&A session aimed at fostering scientific exchange More info 🔗 https://lnkd.in/drq9kHe7 ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) | SOMMa Alliance

#ICIQNews | The #PHOTORED project, led by ICIQ and involving Emilio Palomares' research group, recently held its final meeting at our facilities.    👥  This meeting brought together the project team to review progress after three years of research.   🎯 The project aimed to develop materials for selective CO hydrogenation using solar light.   Read more about PHOTORED here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d_8EvHCm   Itecam - Centro Tecnológico Industrial de Castilla La Mancha | Instituto de Tecnología Química (UPV-CSIC) | Depuración de Aguas del Mediterráneo, S.L.