Periodic Reporting for period 1 - PLACABIN (Plasmon-Driven Catalysis on Bimetallic Nanostructures: Au-Pd for the Selective Oxygenation of Hydrocarbons)
Période du rapport: 2022-01-05 au 2024-01-04
Results obtained from the above-mentioned work so far: Two photocatalytic reaction systems were developed for solid-liquid and solid-liquid-gas reactions. With the developed photocatalysts, the partial oxidation of cyclohexane to KA oil was achieved at mild conditions. These two graphitic carbon nitride based photocatalysts can be recycled for five times. The positive independence of activity on light intensity suggested a light induced reaction mechanism.
There is no exploitation/dissemination to report till now, because there are some tasks still under investigation, such as the intermetallic effects study for the Au-Pd bimetallic photocatalysts. However, we will continue to implement the plan for exploitation and dissemination of results as described in the DoA after the end of the final period.
The implementation of the fellowship has significantly enhanced my future career prospects, particularly in terms of my innovative research potential and soft skills. I have taken up a new role as an associate professor at a Chinese university in Beijing, where I am leading a Photocatalysis and Photobiocatalysis Group and initiating my independent research.