The research group focuses on chemical processes for the transformation of matter – including chemical substances, polymers and biomass – into products with practical value. Its activities include hydrogen production through catalytic dry reforming of hydrocarbons generated during the thermochemical processing of materials, as well as the catalytic hydrogenation of carbon dioxide.

In the field of industrial chemical and environmental technologies, the group also designs and optimises equipment for unit operations used in the processing, refining and production of these substances.

Keywords

• chemical and process engineering
• pyrolysis
• catalysis
• chemical recycling
• chemical technology

Research Area

Energy Utilization of Secondary Raw Materials and Alternative Energy Sources

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Environmental Aspects and Technologies

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The research group focuses on photocatalytic processes. Its activities include studying the efficiency of photocatalysts for the photocatalytic reduction of carbon dioxide, photocatalytic decomposition of nitrous oxide, photocatalytic water splitting in the presence of methanol, and the removal of pollutants from water. The group also investigates the kinetics of photocatalytic reactions and the application of advanced oxidation processes for waste gas treatment.

The laboratory is equipped with batch photocatalytic reactors of various geometries for gas- and liquid-phase reactions, a flow reactor for gas-phase testing, a photoelectrochemical spectrometer, a Kelvin probe, and a pilot-scale unit for advanced oxidation processes.

Keywords

• photocatalytic processes
• CO₂ reduction
• hydrogen generation
• N₂O decomposition
• advanced oxidation processes

Research Area

Environmental Aspects and Technologies

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The research group focuses on the preparation and optimisation of various types of nanostructured materials in different macroscopic forms, using both inorganic precursors and readily available waste materials. These materials are developed primarily for adsorption, photocatalytic and catalytic oxidation of organic pollutants in waste gases, as well as for the photocatalytic reduction of greenhouse gases.

In addition to conventional preparation methods, the group uses processes and technologies based on supercritical and superheated fluids, subcritical water and microwaves for material synthesis and waste valorisation. The group also provides analytical services focused on the textural characterisation of materials.

Keywords

• nanostructured photo-/catalysts and sorbents
• value-added natural compounds
• green high-pressure technologies
• microwaves
• degradation of volatile organic compounds

Research Area

Environmental Aspects and Technologies

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The research group focuses on basic and applied research in the field of water treatment, including analytical assessment of surface water and wastewater quality. The research is primarily concerned with adsorption and bioremediation processes, photocatalytic degradation and membrane processes. The research uses materials such as sorbents and catalysts specifically designed for the removal of target substances, particularly pharmaceuticals and pesticides.

In the field of analytical chemistry, the group determines metals, ions and organic pollutants, while also investigating their mutual interactions and their effects on organisms present in aquatic environments.

Keywords

• wastewater
• adsorption
• bioremediation
• micropollutants
• trace analysis

Research Area

Environmental Aspects and Technologies

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