Projects driving net zero
From sustainable bio-based composites to high-performance structural materials, our research portfolio spans both conventional and next-generation nanomaterials.
CO₂ Capture with Metal-Organic Frameworks
Engineering porous MOF nanomaterials capable of selective CO₂ adsorption at industrial scale, targeting net-zero emissions for the energy sector.
Perovskite Solar Cells for Mass Adoption
Developing lead-free perovskite nanocrystals with high efficiency and environmental stability to accelerate affordable solar energy deployment.
Structural Nanomaterials for Aerospace
Characterising high-performance carbon nanotube composites for lightweight aerospace structures, reducing fuel consumption and lifecycle emissions.
Green Hydrogen via Nano-Catalysts
Designing earth-abundant nano-catalysts for electrolytic water splitting, enabling cost-effective green hydrogen production without rare metals.
Bio-Based Polymer Nanocomposites
Functionalising biopolymer matrices with nanocellulose and clay platelets to create fully recyclable packaging alternatives to fossil-derived plastics.
Thermal Energy Storage Nanofluids
Formulating nanoparticle-enhanced heat-transfer fluids for concentrated solar power systems, improving round-trip efficiency and storage capacity.