Objective
The central objective of the DUO project is the development of original, well-defined and highly dispersed heterobimetallic supported catalysts using a molecular approach. Its chemical foundation is to take advantage of both (1) metal-metal cooperative effects and (2) site-isolation benefits, in combination, to achieve unprecedented and highly reactive active sites. This will ultimately lead to new bond activation pathways to tackle challenging catalytic transformations.
Specifically, I target supported early/late pair-site catalysts, which are ideally suited to promote the heterolytic cleavage of strong C-H bonds. I will take advantage of this unusual reactivity in two classes of catalytic applications: (i) the late-stage isotopic labelling of organic substrates, such as active pharmaceutical ingredients, and (ii) CH4 and light alkanes valorization into higher hydrocarbons under non-oxidative conditions. These catalytic targets are not only scientifically demanding from a fundamental perspective but also possess high potential industrial outcomes. A leap forward with respect to todays state of the art is required to achieve these goals. I propose to use an interdisciplinary approach at the forefront of current knowledge, combining the benefits of innovative and tailored molecular chemistry with those of surface science and heterogeneous catalysis. I have recently pioneered breakthrough concepts in this hot emerging research area which are a strong guarantee for the success of the DUO project.
Fields of science (EuroSciVoc)
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- natural sciences chemical sciences organic chemistry hydrocarbons
- natural sciences chemical sciences catalysis
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Programme(s)
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HORIZON.1.1 - European Research Council (ERC)
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Topic(s)
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Funding Scheme
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HORIZON-ERC - HORIZON ERC Grants
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Call for proposal
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(opens in new window) ERC-2021-STG
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75794 PARIS
France
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