Project description
High entropy alloy-based electrocatalysts for hydrogen production
Clean hydrogen is a promising solution for renewable energy and fuel, and significant research has been dedicated to finding efficient, safe, and sustainable production methods. Seawater splitting stands out as one of the most promising approaches. However, the development of seawater splitting technologies has been hindered by the lack of efficient, durable, and sustainable electrocatalysts. Supported by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions programme, the DEEPSEA project aims to research and develop novel high entropy alloy (HEA)-based electrocatalysts for sustainable hydrogen production through seawater splitting. The project will focus on developing and optimising HEA compositions with improved corrosion resistance, stability, and mechanical strength, aiming to surpass current technologies.
Objective
The DEEPSEA project aims to harness the unique properties of High entropy alloys (HEAs) to address the critical challenge of efficient and sustainable hydrogen production through seawater splitting. HEAs, composed of five or more metal elements, exhibit exceptional mechanical strength, corrosion resistance, and stability. These characteristics make them promising candidates for advanced electrocatalysts. The DEEPSEA project focuses on predicting novel HEAs using density functional theory, evaluation of thermodynamic quantities and active sites responsible for water oxidation, and guiding practical synthesis. Structural and electrochemical characterization of newly synthesized HEAs will be carried out to confirm the phase formation and electrochemical activity. The primary objective of this project is to study the water-splitting activity of HEAs for green hydrogen production via seawater splitting. The key electrochemical performance metrics including overpotential, Tafel slopes, and long-term stability, will be evaluated to identify the most efficient compositions of HEAs. Various HEA compositions and structures will be optimized to enhance the bifunctional seawater-splitting activity. The project's expected outcomes include the development of HEAs with lower overpotentials than commercial HER/OER catalysts at high current densities and excellent electrochemical stability. This research project will not only contribute to the advancement in clean hydrogen production technologies but also provide valuable insights into the design and optimization of advanced materials for energy applications. By addressing the pitfalls of clean hydrogen production, this project aligns with global efforts to move towards a carbon-emission-free future, offering a promising roadmap for the development of scalable, and efficient clean hydrogen production systems.
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- natural sciences chemical sciences catalysis electrocatalysis
- natural sciences chemical sciences electrochemistry electrolysis
- social sciences economics and business economics sustainable economy
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HORIZON.1.2 - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)
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HORIZON-TMA-MSCA-PF-EF - HORIZON TMA MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships - European Fellowships
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(opens in new window) HORIZON-MSCA-2024-PF-01
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T12 YN60 Cork
Ireland
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