Javier González-Benito’s Post

Third General Assembly of the D4RUNOFF project where our colleagues from GITECO-UC presented the results of the multi-criteria methodology for the design of hybrid solutions for urban runoff water management. 

#ICIQSeminar | 🙌 Thank you Prof. Conchi O. Ania from CEMHTI - UPR3079 CNRS for delivering a seminar about the photo-electrocatalytic activity of nanoporous carbons   🔆 The use of carbon materials as alternatives to metallic catalysts in photo- and electrocatalytic applications has become an active research area. As explained by Prof. Ania, nanoporous carbons can be used on electrochemical reactions of relevance. (https://lnkd.in/dswrwJ6R) 💠 In photocatalytic applications, nanopore confinement seems to be critical to obtain high photochemical quantum yields in a high number of oxidation and reduction reactions. Perhaps the future of photovoltaics and smart-self-cleaning or photocorrosion coatings is in exploring the use of nanoporous carbons. (https://lnkd.in/dV7rivnY) ☔ Today is the #WorldWaterDay and for that we highlight the use of carbon materials in water treatment presented by Prof. Ania, as the applications beyond degradation of pollutants seen with the European Project Ô: demonstration of planning and technology tools for a circular, integrated and symbiotic use of water. (https://lnkd.in/d258pKZt) 🚰 The use of a fast and simple solid dispersion method to prepare a g-C3N4/MoO3 heterojunction showing enhanced photocatalytic performance for the degradation of a recalcitrant pollutant frequently detected in aqueous environments after sewage treatment. (https://lnkd.in/dbYbnAqc)   🍝 And the use of a carbon containing Cu-based photocatalyst for the degradation of tartrazine an azo-dye commonly found in wastewaters from food industry. A topic of high interest as the concern over the toxicity of azo-dye food additives is increasing. (https://lnkd.in/d4tt2xiR) 🔵Also thanks to our seminar sponsor BASF ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | SOMM Alliance | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST)

#ICIQNews | 🍊The group of Prof. Arjan Kleij present a versatile approach that enables the development of biobased hybrid materials with diverse structures based on polymer brush-type macromolecules. 🗣️ "We demonstrate here that a biobased polycarbonate (#PLC) can serve as a versatile platform molecule, functionalizing it with oligopeptides via ring-opening polymerization and changing the physical and thermal properties of the material. As such, the approach holds great promise for the fabrication of a wide range of novel biomaterials" Read more 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dyQf6TK2 ONYRIQ ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) | SOMM Alliance

#ICIQSeminar | 🙌 Thank you Prof. Aurelio Mateo-Alonso from UPV/EHU and POLYMAT for delivering a seminar on extending, distorting, and stacking nanographenes into 1D, 2D, and 3D structures. The seminar discussed the significance of nanographenes in organic electronics, emphasizing how the number of fused rings, their arrangement, and the presence of heteroatoms impact properties. Prof. Mateo-Alonso highlighted several synthetic strategies for creating 1D, 2D, and 3D structures, along with the latest advances in optoelectronic properties and potential applications.   Key factors influencing the performance of these nanographenes were explored, showcasing their potential in various applications. 🔵 Also thanks to our seminar sponsor BASF ICERCA - Centres de Recerca de Catalunya | Barcelona Institute of Science and Technology (BIST) | SOMM Alliance

Finally, it's the day of the big reveal 😁 Founded in 1917, our institute has undergone a monumental transformation. From a pioneer in #metallurgy to one of the world's leading research institutes in the field of #sustainable #materials for energy, mobility, infrastructure, manufacturing and medicine. To carry this transformation, we are changing our name from Max-Planck-Institut für Eisenforschung to Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials ✨ 🎉 #materialsscience #mpie #mpisusmat #change

General Assembly BioFoN at KRAEMER This week we at KRAEMER had the honour to host the latest members’ meeting of the association Zukunftsnetzwerk BioFoN e. V. The meeting was held in a hybrid manner and was marked by inspiring discussions, pioneering ideas and a strong sense of community. IN STRONG CONNECTION The association Zukunftsnetzwerk BioFoN e. V. is dedicated to the interdisciplinary pooling of know-how in the field of bio-based polymer materials, bio-based additives and bio-based additives. The aim is to promote science, research and training in this field. The main topics are: ·        Initiation of forward-looking bioeconomy projects ·        Preparation of an economically and technically feasible material substitution ·        Support for networking and finding ideas and partners Thank you to all members for their commitment and valuable contributions. Together we set new standards in the development of bio-based materials and product solutions and thus help shape the future of the bioeconomy. To a continued successful cooperation! Attendees: Robert Kraemer GmbH & Co. KG Forschungscluster MERGE der TU Chemnitz Melitta Group Professur Strukturleichtbau und Kunststoffverarbeitung der TU Chemnitz SKZ – Das Kunststoff-Zentrum #KRAEMER #sustainability #Network #research #TUChemnitz #Science #biopolymers #biobased

▶ Modeling of polymer PMMA for different temperatures and strain rates 🇪🇸 🇫🇷 🇲🇦 All details may be found in this article published in 2020. Comparisons are reported with the Richeton model and experiments ✅ Collaboration with Universidad Carlos III de Madrid and Universiapolis - Université Internationale d'Agadir Daniel Garcia Gonzalez Dr. Eng. Slim BAHI Amine BENDARMA Maciej Klósak, D.Sc. Richard BERNIER CNRS - Centre national de la recherche scientifique LEM3 - UMR CNRS n° 7239 Université de Lorraine Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) Arkema Plastic Omnium Plastipak Arkema High Performance Polymers #Polymers #PMMA #Modeling #Experiments #Strain_rate #Temperatures

📢 NICKEFFECT participated in the 𝟮𝟭𝘀𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀! Held from July 24-26, at Universidade de Aveiro, the conference counted with the participation of Roger de Paz Castany, from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. With over 150 attendees present and an additional 50 joining online, Roger presented an insightful paper titled "Ni-W Thin Films for Hydrogen Evolution Reaction in Acidic Media and Optimization Using Machine Learning: Insights on Electrocatalyst Durability". 🧪 This research, conducted in collaboration with project partners Matgenix, CIDETEC, and Vrije Universiteit Brussel, explores the potential of Ni-W films as an efficient and cost-effective alternative for hydrogen production. Key Highlights ⤵️ • Innovative Approach: Using machine learning to optimize synthesis parameters, enhancing the performance and durability of Ni-W alloys for hydrogen evolution reaction (HER) in acidic media. • Experimental Rigor: Ni-W alloy thin films synthesized via electrodeposition, characterized by XRD, SEM, and EDX, and tested for electrochemical activity and long-term stability. • Impressive Results: Achieving a remarkable Tafel slope of 45 mV/dec after 200 cycles and an overpotential of 106 mV, showcasing significant improvements in electrocatalytic activity and stability. #AdvancedNanomaterials #NICKEFFECT #HydrogenEvolution #Nanotechnology #MachineLearning #Sustainability #Innovation #Collaboration #RenewableEnergy #EUProject #Innovation

📢 Excited to share the link to my latest publication in the Journal of Composite Materials! In this study, we conducted nanomechanical characterization of industrial hemp fibers using Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) to measure their elastic modulus at different indentation depths. The findings provide valuable insights into the mechanical behavior of hemp fibers in the radial direction, which is crucial for the development of sustainable composite materials. A big thank you to my co-authors Xinnan Wang, Atikur Rahman, and Chad Ulven for their valuable contributions and support throughout this project! Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gvBMiCK3 #Research #Publication #Composites #MaterialsScience #AFM #Viscoelasticity #JCM

📽️ Discover our short video looking back at the first nenu2PHAr workshop, one of the project’s key moment! 🤝 More than 70 experts, industrials, and stakeholders from the biobased plastic field gathered on 🗓️ the 4th and 5th of April 2023 at IPC - Centre Technique Industriel de la Plasturgie et des Composites’s premises in 📍 Alencon (France) for an event aimed at addressing current and future challenges in the field of PHA. 🌱 The event organized by nenu2PHAr partners IPC - Centre Technique Industriel de la Plasturgie et des Composites and LOMARTOV SL featured presentations by several organizations and experts, offering testimony and expertise feedback on the topic. ➡️ The event was split into two days, the first day organized by IPC - Centre Technique Industriel de la Plasturgie et des Composites consisting of technical presentations on PHA, while the second organized by LOMARTOV SL focused on activities and role plays related to the social acceptance of biobased plastics. 🔬The first day concluded with a visit of IPC - Centre Technique Industriel de la Plasturgie et des Composites’s premises, providing attendees with an opportunity to gain insights into the organization’s operations and expertise. 🙏 We would like to thank again all the speakers and participants for their contributions, as well as IPC - Centre Technique Industriel de la Plasturgie et des Composites and LOMARTOV SL for organizing the event. #Nenu2PharProject #EUProject #ValueChainInsights #Biodegradable #Bioplastics #Microalgae #BlueFuture Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU) CEA Tech @Danone Bioeconomy For Change ELIXANCE ITENE Université Bretagne Sud Bio-Mi Sustainable Solutions Celabor scrl Biotrend SA IRDL - UMR CNRS 6027/UBS/ENSTA-Bretagne/ENIB/UBO IFG Cresco ZER0-E Engineering Bel Centexbel KAJ Packaging Pablo Alvarez Jean-Francois (Jef) Sassi Gabriel Brouchon Samira El Bir Yasmine Achour Enrique Moliner Santisteve María José Jiménez Pardo