Quantum Dots (QDs) have been used to improve or generate new catalytic pathways in semiconductor photocatalysis. In addition, carbon, nitrogen, and graphene-modified QDs have great potential in electrochemical technologies. They can replace expensive noble metal electrocatalysts for water electrolysis, fuel cells, and waste valorization, resulting in cheaper, more efficient, and resilient devices. Here, two research thrusts are available; Quantum catalysis materials (QCM) and Quantum energy materials (QEM). QCM research trainee will learn multielement QMs modeling, design and fabrication, preparation of structured quantum dots for electrocatalysis, specialized material characterization, and QMs model validation. In addition to gain specialized training in low-carbon footprint processing techniques and electrochemical application of QDs including a) water electrolysis, b) fuel cells and c) CO2 electroreduction. QEM research will train HQP to develop novel QMs for application in lithium-ion batteries. The proposed training will allow HQP to gain important knowledge in a) production of advanced battery materials, b) integration of battery devices, and c) evaluation and characterization of energy devices and materials.
