Materials Chemistry
Materials chemistry at the University combines detailed studies at the atomic level with the development of new ceramics and porous materials. The research yields new functional materials for the field of health, as well as energy and environmental technology.
Research in materials chemistry focuses on producing and studying materials with unique characteristics. Being able to analyse their structure is vital to understanding and controlling the materials for specific applications. The Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry is a leader in the field of structural chemistry studies at the atomic and molecular levels, and in developing new processes for ceramic materials. Electron microscopy and NMR spectroscopy are examples of important technology for the characterisation of materials.
An important area of research is to tailor nanomaterials to have new functions or useful mechanic, magnetic and optical properties. Porous materials is a rapidly growing field with applications in areas such as energy and environmental technology, where they can be used to purify biogas or capture carbon dioxide. Ceramic materials that are durable and can withstand high temperatures can be used in the processing of steel and as layers in wind turbines. They can also become new biomaterials that are accepted by the body, or important components of fuel cells.
We collaborate extensively with other research groups at Stockholm University and other Swedish universities, research institutes and internationally leading research centres. Research with potential industrial applications is conducted at EXSELENT, a Berzelii centre with long-term funding from the Swedish Research Council and VINNOVA. Other research is funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation, the Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research, the Swedish Energy Agency and the EU.
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Paul Parker
Last updated:
November 23, 2011
Source: Communications Office
