Material research at UiS: Bridging Physics, Chemistry, Energy and Biomedicine.
The aim is to enhance the UiS competencies in material sciences by establishing a network that supports and expands synergistically our research capabilities. It aligns with existing strategic goals, aiming to build a support community for PhD candidates and leverage interdisciplinary collaborations for innovative material applications.
Materials research at UiS
The faculty's research in materials spans a wide range, from specialized biomaterials and energy materials to microporous substances and everyday construction materials like cement. This diversity extends to the practical applications of these materials. Central to these varied studies is a focus on the microscopic fundamentals essential to the materials' applications. Promoting interdisciplinary discussions about these microscopic investigations could lead to the creation of new knowledge, innovative ideas, and enhanced skills within the faculty.
Researchers
Department of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering
Department of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering
Department of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering
Department of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering
Department of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering
Department of Mathematics and Physics
Department of Mathematics and Physics
Department of Energy Resources
Department of Mechanical and Structural Engineering and Materials Science
Department of Mathematics and Physics
Department of Mathematics and Physics
Department of Energy and Petroleum Engineering
Department of Energy and Petroleum Engineering
Department of Energy and Petroleum Engineering
Department of Conservation
Department of Mechanical and Structural Engineering and Materials Science
Department of Mechanical and Structural Engineering and Materials Science
Department of Energy Resources
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Invited talk by Prof. Mircea Dinca from MIT 9th October 2024
"From electrically conductive MOFs to sustainable batteries"
Mircea Dincă*
Department of Chemistry
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
*E-Mail: mdinca@mit.edu
The emergence of electrically conductive metal-organic frameworks (c-MOFs) has been one of the most paradoxical developments in the field in the last few years. Indeed, how can one transport charges through a material that is mostly “empty” space? In this sense, MOFs made from layers of organic ligands connected by (typically) square-planar metal ions have shown particularly good electrical conductivity. However, a precise mechanism for charge transport is still the subject of debate, with various experimental and computational reports describing these materials as metals, semiconductors, or semimetals. This lecture will describe the latest efforts from our group to understand the intrinsic properties of 2D c-MOFs, especially as related to single-crystal electrical measurement studies, and will discuss in particular the unexpectedly large influence of out-of-plane transport. Time allowing, I will discuss unexpected results stemming from the behavior of these materials as 1D metals, and applications in energy storage and conversion.
Workshop: Kick-off seminar ISP Materials 9th December 2024
The kick-off seminar concluded successfully, showcasing the potential for Interdisciplinary collaboration between academic staff (Professors) and PhD candidates in the field of materials science. The event featured insightful presentations and dynamic discussions, creating an environment that fostered innovation and learning. Participants left with a deeper understanding of advanced materials and new research directions, thanks to the invaluable contributions of all involved.
Seminar Remarks
- Welcome / Instituttleder IKBM Päivi Teivainen-Lædre
- Project presentation UiS Materials / Project leader Sachin Chavan
- Organization
- Milestones
- R&D presentations by the faculty members / UiS Material team
- Group work: Suggestion for future activities
- Wrap-up and next steps