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Photoelectrode design for solar driven methane to methanol conversion (2023-2026)

Abstract

This project aims to achieve efficient photoelectrocatalytic partial oxidation of greenhouse gas methane for methanol production with high selectivity. The program will design new semiconductor materials through rational defect engineering and co-catalyst selection to revolutionise methane conversion. The expected outcomes include sustainable processes to convert methane into valuable liquid chemicals like methanol, and comprehensive understanding on functional material design for solar driven catalytic reactions. The significant benefits will include revolutionary methane mitigation technologies and sustainable processes for value-added chemical production, alleviating key environmental and energy challenges facing Australia and the world. o design semiconductor based photoelectrodes with high light harvesting capability and excellent charge separation and transfer efficiency through defect engineering.

Experts

Professor Lianzhou Wang

Affiliate of Dow Centre for Sustainable Engineering Innovation
Dow Centre for Sustainable Engineering Innovation
Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
ARC Laureate Fellow
Australian Institute for Bioengineering and Nanotechnology
Lianzhou Wang
Lianzhou Wang

Dr Zhiliang Wang

ARC Future Fellow
School of Chemical Engineering
Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Affiliate of The Nanomaterials Centre
NanoMaterials Centre
Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Information Technology
Zhiliang Wang
Zhiliang Wang