A team of physical chemists (Glasgow) will combine with a team of chemical engineers (Beijing University of Chemical Technology) to develop an improved understanding of the CO2 hydrogenation reaction over specifically designed nickel heterogeneous catalysts. The structural design of nano-composite Ni-based catalysts supported on SiC is novel; INS will determine how hydrogen is partitioned within the catalyst matrix as a function of certain reaction conditions that favour sustained methane yields. This UK/China partnership is supported by a Royal Society International Exchange Scheme award.