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High Resolution 3D Strain and Orientation Mapping within a Single Grain on Va...
The current programme aims to improve the lifespan and operational efficiency of energy generation plants by studying the degradation mechanisms of 316 austenitic stainless... -
Understanding oxygen vacancy diffusion in Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ) vi...
We propose to investigate the atomic-scale ion transport mechanism in Yttria-Stabilized Zirconia (YSZ) via X-ray photon correlation spectroscopy (XPCS) in the wide-angle X-ray... -
Study of a potential anisotropic dopant diffusion induced by annealing in HgCdTe
The ternary CdHgTe is the reference material for high-end applications like the next generation of state-of-the-art high-performance cooled infrared detectors for astrophysical... -
Understanding the relationship between kinematic compatibility and hysteresis...
The aim of this experiment is to investigate the microstructural origins of hysteresis and functional fatigue in materials that undergo reversible martensitic phase... -
Operando XRD and PDF analysis of novel Co-TiO2 catalysts for direct hydrogena...
The main goal of the proposed experiments is to determine the structure and evolution of phases in novel Co-TiO2 catalysts prepared by flame-spray pyrolysis. These materials are... -
Electronic, magnetic, and structural properties of novel iron oxides
The proposed experiment focuses on exploring the electronic configurations and magnetic properties of the known novel mixed-valence iron oxides (e.g. Fe5O7, Fe25O32), as well as... -
The Structure of Zinc Active Sites in Zeolite-Based Catalysts in the Recyclin...
This proposal aims to elucidate the structure of zinc sites incorporated into several Al-rich zeolitic topologies: MFI, FER, and MOR. The objective is to enhance their... -
In Operando Investigations of high performance Lithium Mediated Ammonia Synth...
In the Li-mediated ammonia synthesis (LiMeAS), Li plated electrochemically from an organic electrolyte reacts with N2 forming Li-N species, which are protonated, yielding... -
Operando x-ray absorption spectroscopy of Ce promoted CuZn/gamma-Al2O3 in the...
Copper-based materials, known for CO hydrogenation, convert syngas (COx/H2) to methanol. With γ-Al2O3 as a dehydration catalyst, the methanol is further dehydrate into dimethyl... -
Selenate reduction in environmental geomedia
Due to its long half-life and high activity, 79Se is an important radionuclide to monitor for a correct assessment of the safety of nuclear waste repositories. Selenate... -
Unravelling hydrophobic interactions allowing Cu-based nanoparticles to cross...
Foliar application of nanoparticles (NPs) on plants leaves has the potential to improve plant nutrition and protection. There are major gaps in our understanding of how... -
Redox reactivity of iron nano-minerals for natural production of radical species
Heterogeneous Fenton-like reactions using airborne O2 as sole oxidant are gaining a fast-growing interest to eliminate organic contaminant in soils and groundwaters. At BM23... -
Direct Imaging of All-In-All-Out magnetic domains in the pyrochlore iridate c...
We propose to image antiferromagnetic domains in pyrochlore iridates (RE2Ir2O7, RE = Rare Earth) by scanning X-ray diffraction microscopy, using resonant X-ray scattering as... -
Investigation of the role of strontium in the morphogenesis of anisotropic bi...
We will study Ca/Sr heterogeneities in coccoliths to understand their role in the formation of complex biogenic crystals. We aim to acquire high-resolution 3D X-ray fluorescence... -
In-situ characterization of 2D hybrid perovskite under illumination
Layered hybrid metal halide perovskites are of increasing relevance for various optoelectronic applications, particularly for modern photovoltaics. The aim of this proposal is... -
Kinetics of Pt oxidation and reduction in CO2 hydrogenation reaction
CO2 hydrogenation is an important reaction to convert green H2 to chemicals. We have recently developed at Pt loaded MoOx/Mo2N catalysts that achieved a catalytic activity of... -
Evaluation of novel neuroprotective strategies in the treatment of retinal ga...
The project aims at studying the potential therapeutic effects of Idebenone and the mGlu1 receptor antagonist JNJ16259685 in an experimental model of glaucoma by using a... -
Revisiting the P/T phase diagram of niobium, a key element for modern high-te...
Niobium (Nb) exhibits a remarkable high thermal stability and electronic properties. Despite its multiple applications in our modern industry, large uncertainties remain on its... -
In situ effect of printing parameters on microstructural anisotropy of bioink...
Bioprinting is a promising process to provide hospitals with tissue substitutes mimicking any organ without having to resort to donors. During bioprinting, a cell-encapsulating... -
Study of zirconium-uranium bearing silicates and oxides as phases of interest...
This proposal aims to investigate Zr1-xUxSiO4 and Zr1-xUxO2 solid solutions prepared by wet chemistry routes (hydroxide precipitation or hydrothermal conversion) then...
