Catalytic activity Enhanced meChanisms Of TRANSition metal decorated N-doped carbon by precursor acid treatment

Project description

Boosting the efficiency of transition metal–nitrogen–carbon catalysts

Fuel cells and air batteries are strong cards in the future climate-friendly energy supply. Despite their potential, their overall efficiency is severely limited by the sluggish oxygen reduction reaction at the cathode. Transition metal–nitrogen–carbon (M–N–C) catalysts have great potential for use especially in proton exchange membrane fuel cells as an alternative to platinum and other precious metal catalysts. Funded by the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions programme, the EcoTrans project aims to enhance understanding of the mechanisms underlying the catalytic activities of M–N–C materials prepared from acidic precursors and polymerised ionic liquids. Project results should help overcome barriers that limit the catalytic activity and catalyst utilisation in electrodes.

Fields of science

• natural sciences › chemical sciences › catalysis › electrocatalysis
• engineering and technology › environmental engineering › energy and fuels › fuel cells

Programme(s)

• H2020-EU.1.3. - EXCELLENT SCIENCE - Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Main Programme
• H2020-EU.1.3.2. - Nurturing excellence by means of cross-border and cross-sector mobility

Topic(s)

• MSCA-IF-2020 - Individual Fellowships

Call for proposal

H2020-MSCA-IF-2020

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Funding Scheme

MSCA-IF-EF-ST - Standard EF

Coordinator

THE UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM

Net EU contribution

€ 224 933,76

Address

Edgbaston
B15 2TT Birmingham
United Kingdom

Region

West Midlands (England) › West Midlands › Birmingham

Activity type

Higher or Secondary Education Establishments

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Other funding

€ 0,00