PhD: Catalyst-Layer Design for Acidic CO2 Electrolysis

University of Exeter; Exeter; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

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University of Exeter invites applications for a PhD on acidic CO₂ electrolysis to improve selectivity and durability at high rates. You will study catalyst-layer microenvironments, transport, and ionomer chemistry using Cu-based reference catalysts and advanced characterisation.

Collaborations with Imperial College London and the Henry Royce Institute, under the Royal Academy of Engineering fellowship, provide mechanistic insights and industry links.

Job description

University of Exeter invites applications for a PhD on acidic CO₂ electrolysis to improve selectivity and durability at high rates. You will study catalyst-layer microenvironments, transport, and ionomer chemistry using Cu-based reference catalysts and advanced characterisation.

Collaborations with Imperial College London and the Henry Royce Institute, under the Royal Academy of Engineering fellowship, provide mechanistic insights and industry links.