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NOMATEN HYBRID-SEMINAR June 6: The role of structural order on the magnetic properties of spinel high entropy oxides (HEOs)

High-entropy oxides (HEOs) have emerged as a novel class of functional materials, composed of more than four different metallic elements, typically in near-equal atomic ratios, which leads to unique combinations of properties arising from high configurational entropy. Spinel-structured HEOs in the form of Mex(Cr, Fe, Mn, Ni)3-xO4 (Me = Co, Al, and 0≤x≤1) were synthesized using the Pechini method. Comprehensive characterization techniques, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS/XMCD), Mössbauer spectroscopy, and vibrating sample magnetometry (VSM), were used to determine the structural and magnetic properties of the synthesized materials.

NOMATEN HYBRID-SEMINAR May 27: Zinc oxide nanostructures for applications in optoelectronics

Luminescent nanoparticles based on wide bandgap metal oxides offer an alternative to lanthanide phosphors, as they assure the material demand for white light emitting diodes (WLEDs) and down-shifters for solar cells, mainly thanks to their high chemical and thermal stability, low toxicity and low cost of fabrication. We recently reported a simple route to synthesize highly efficient organic-inorganic hybrid material combining ZnO nanoparticles (NPs) and PAAH (polyacrylic acid) to be used as white down-converting phosphor [1]. This material turns out to be highly efficient is in terms of high photoluminescence quantum yield (PLQY = 70 %) and gives white light emission.

NOMATEN HYBRID-SEMINAR May 22: Machine Learning in Protein Classification, Modeling and Design

Machine learning has been applied in the natural sciences for many years, including in bioinformatics and molecular modeling. However, it is only within the last decade that the rapid development of deep learning, along with the increased availability of data and computational power, has enabled a qualitative leap in the application of these methods. In my presentation, I will showcase selected examples of machine learning techniques developed and applied in our laboratory, illustrating their potential in protein analysis and modeling.

NOMATEN HYBRID-SEMINAR May 20: Investigating the protective characteristics of FeCO3 corrosion product layers that form at different CO2 partial pressures.

The presence of dissolved carbon dioxide (CO2) in geothermal process fluids acidifies the environment and accelerates the corrosion of the carbon steel pipes. Under certain conditions, the precipitation of iron carbonate (FeCO3) corrosion products onto pipeline walls can form a protective layer that significantly reduces further corrosion rates. To accurately predict corrosion rates in these environments, an improved understanding of the protective properties of FeCO3 layers is required.

NOMATEN HYBRID-SEMINAR May 13: Heterogenous photocatalysis: from principles to applications

In the last decade five main application pathways have been developed in heterogeneous photocatalysis, including: (i) air treatment, (ii) water treatment, (iii) hydrogen evolution, (iv) CO2 photoconversion, and very recently (v) ammonia synthesis. These technologies are at different levels of maturity, from TRL 3-4 for ammonia synthesis and CO2 photoconversion, through TRL 6-7 for hydrogen generation, up to TRL 9 for pollutants degradation.

NOMATEN HYBRID-SEMINAR April 29: XFEL applications in Material Sciences

X-ray Free Electron Lasers (XFELs) are among the world's largest ongoing scientific endeavors. They provide intense, ultrashort pulses of coherent X-ray radiation, creating groundbreaking research opportunities [1]. XFEL experiments significantly advance our understanding across various fields, including medicine, pharmacology, chemistry, materials science, nanotechnology, energy, and electronics.

NOMATEN HYBRID-SEMINAR April 16: Evaluating Tensile Properties of Metallic Materials from Indentation Parameters using an artificial neural network-based model

The instrumented indentation technique is a widely adopted method for assessing mechanical properties such as hardness, elastic modulus, and yield strength. Its ability to continuously measure penetration depth and applied force makes it particularly valuable for in-situ mechanical testing, especially at the nanoscale, enabling multi-purpose evaluations. However, challenges persist in accurately determining...

NOMATEN HYBRID-SEMINAR April 9: Understanding synergistic effects of radiation and corrosion in structural materials

Small modular reactors (SMRs), with capacities ranging from 30 to 300 MWe per unit, offer a scalable and compact alternative to traditional large-scale nuclear plants. They provide a promising solution to meet the growing energy demands driven by technology sectors like AI and data centers. These advanced reactors utilize molten salt as both fuel and coolant, exposing structural materials to the combined effects of high-temperature corrosion and intense irradiation from neutron fluxes. Understanding both...


This project has received funding from the European Union Horizon 2020 research and innovation
programme under grant agreement No 857470 and from European Regional Development Fund
via Foundation for Polish Science International Research Agenda PLUS programme grant
No MAB PLUS/2018/8.
Poland
The project is co-financed from the state budget within the framework of the undertaking of the Minister of Science and Higher Education "Support for the activities of Centers of Excellence established under Horizon 2020".

Grant: 5 143 237,70 EUR
Total value: 29 971 365,00 EUR
Date of signing the funding agreement: December 2023

The purpose of the undertaking is to support entities of the higher education and science system that have received funding from the European Union budget in the competition H2020-WIDESPREAD-2018-2020/WIDESPREAD-01-2018-2019: Teaming Phase 2. in the preparation, implementation and updating of activities, maintenance of material resources necessary for carrying out activities, acquisition and modernization of scientific and research apparatus, maintenance and development of personnel potential necessary for the implementation of activities, and dissemination of the results of scientific activities.