Targeted synthesis of porous materials towards gas sorption and separation. Targeted synthesis, using a building block strategy and computational design, is an efficient method for controlled synthesis of porous materials. This project uses this method to synthesise porous materials with permanent functional pores for separating and storing fuels and greenhouse gases, addressing demanding energy and environmental problems.
Advanced adsorbents for gas separations. Efficient purification of natural gas and separation of similarly-sized molecules in gas mixtures is increasingly important in our drive to develop a more sustainable way of living in an energy-constrained world. This project will develop a new class of adsorbents to deliver a level of separation efficiency much higher than that currently in use.
Discovery Early Career Researcher Award - Grant ID: DE180100112
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$348,575.00
Summary
Design and synthesis of new radical and heterometallic magnetic molecules. This project aims to build upon recent advances in developing magnetic molecules for use in electronic devices. The development of new electronic devices based on quantum systems will lead to the development of faster more efficient computers. Magnetic molecules are promising candidates for the data storage components in these systems. Despite the potential of these materials, the temperature at which they operate needs t ....Design and synthesis of new radical and heterometallic magnetic molecules. This project aims to build upon recent advances in developing magnetic molecules for use in electronic devices. The development of new electronic devices based on quantum systems will lead to the development of faster more efficient computers. Magnetic molecules are promising candidates for the data storage components in these systems. Despite the potential of these materials, the temperature at which they operate needs to be increased above that of liquid helium. This project is focused on the development of new magnetic lanthanide molecules with higher working temperatures. The outcomes will provide a greater understanding of how structure impacts on the magnetic properties of the molecule.Read moreRead less
Australian Laureate Fellowships - Grant ID: FL120100019
Funder
Australian Research Council
Funding Amount
$2,879,582.00
Summary
Protonic materials for green chemical futures. By emulating the structures that nature has evolved this project will create novel materials that will be used to develop new sustainable chemical technologies. Working with local and international collaborators, outcomes will include new approaches to the conversion of carbon dioxide into valuable chemicals and for renewable energy generation and storage.
Data-driven development of photocatalytic and optoelectronic perovskites. This project aims to use materials informatics to discover new, high efficiency perovskites for synthesis and testing in optoelectronic applications. This project expects to identify perovskite composition-property relationships to overcome current drawbacks of high performance perovskites (contain rare or toxic elements and low stability in oxidative and humid environments) by considered selection of elements and their pr ....Data-driven development of photocatalytic and optoelectronic perovskites. This project aims to use materials informatics to discover new, high efficiency perovskites for synthesis and testing in optoelectronic applications. This project expects to identify perovskite composition-property relationships to overcome current drawbacks of high performance perovskites (contain rare or toxic elements and low stability in oxidative and humid environments) by considered selection of elements and their properties. Expected outcomes from this project include new perovskites with commercial potential in critical areas such as energy conversion, photocatalysis and luminescence. This should provide significant benefits including approaches to materials discovery, novel materials and in renewable energy and environmental areas.Read moreRead less
Advanced macromolecular engineering: novel approaches to self-directed assembly and vesicle formation. The aim of this project is to develop new approaches in nanotechnology for the preparation of well-defined polymeric particles. The research will result in the development of new methodology which has the potential to impact areas of commercial interest including those in the health-care sector.
All-Metal Nanoporous Materials as Highly Active Electrocatalysts. This project aims to create new avenues for well-controlled large-scale synthesis of hierarchical nanoporous platinum-based architectures, and develop applications for the resultant new electrocatalysts. Developing novel high-performance, low-cost, and long-life electrode catalysts can improve the efficiency, cost, and durability of energy conversion technology. The project plans to use the unique properties of well-defined nanoar ....All-Metal Nanoporous Materials as Highly Active Electrocatalysts. This project aims to create new avenues for well-controlled large-scale synthesis of hierarchical nanoporous platinum-based architectures, and develop applications for the resultant new electrocatalysts. Developing novel high-performance, low-cost, and long-life electrode catalysts can improve the efficiency, cost, and durability of energy conversion technology. The project plans to use the unique properties of well-defined nanoarchitectures to reduce platinum content and to improve electrocatalytic performance. Nanoporous systems in electrocatalysts can provide more active sites and effective surface permeability, which should enhance catalytic activity. Project outcomes may also contribute to our understanding of the relationships among morphologies, pore structures, surface atomic structures and catalytic activities to guide the development of other kinds of high performance nanoporous catalysts.Read moreRead less
Open framework organic materials for CO2 capture and conversion. The reduction of CO2 emissions from coal-fired power plants is a technological challenge of global significance. This project will address this challenge by developing a unique system, based upon open framework materials, that will selectively capture CO2 from gas streams and then catalyse its transformation into industrially useful chemicals.
Advanced Fibre Interfaces in Active Water Management Systems. Flooding is a critical issue in Australia, generating considerable economic losses, including by stormwater contamination. The current project will pioneer an integrated solution for stormwater retention, while removing chemical pollutants. In collaboration with the company ROCKWOOL-Lapinus - based on a stonewool fibre platform - we will (i) design fibre coatings based on a versatile and chemically simple deposition process, (ii) inco ....Advanced Fibre Interfaces in Active Water Management Systems. Flooding is a critical issue in Australia, generating considerable economic losses, including by stormwater contamination. The current project will pioneer an integrated solution for stormwater retention, while removing chemical pollutants. In collaboration with the company ROCKWOOL-Lapinus - based on a stonewool fibre platform - we will (i) design fibre coatings based on a versatile and chemically simple deposition process, (ii) incorporate functionalities onto the fibres allowing active stormwater treatment to e.g. retain pollutants or target heavy metals and (iii) investigate these interfaces in-depth by advanced surface and interface characterisation methods to understand the fibre interface properties from nano- to macroscale.Read moreRead less
Multimodal polymeric nanocarriers designed for the controlled and site specific delivery of nitric oxide. Nitric oxide (NO) plays a key role in the development of different diseases. The chronic deficiency of NO results in severe problems such as cardiovascular diseases, liver fibrosis, diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer’s diseases, etc. This project will describe a new method to deliver specifically nitric oxide using macromolecules.