The Computational Chemistry Group – Trinity College Dublin and PeCATHs
Trinity College Dublin (TCD) plays a key role in the PeCATHs project, applying advanced computational approaches and high-performance computing resources to the project. TCD participates in PeCATHs as part of Work Package 3 (WP3) which is focussed on the theoretical modelling of electrodes and reaction mechanisms. Recognized globally as Ireland’s foremost university, TCD was […]
The Tilley Research Group – University of Zurich (UZH)
The Tilley Research Group at the University of Zurich (UZH) pioneers the development of advanced materials for solar fuels and organic electrosynthesis. Under the leadership of Prof. David Tilley, the team focuses on innovative electrochemical and photoelectrochemical strategies that convert (solar) energy into chemical fuels and high-value chemical products derived from renewable resources. Bringing expertise […]
PeCATHS Holds Its 1st General Assembly at ICN2
The PeCATHS consortium gathered in Barcelona on 2–3 December 2025 for its first General Assembly, hosted by the Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2). This meeting brought together the consortium members from seven leading European institutions to review progress to date and establish next steps for 2026. PeCATHS focuses on developing photo-electrocatalytic routes for […]
PeCATHS Researchers Publish New Study on Photoelectrochemical Biomass Conversion in Joule
Researchers from the PeCATHS project consortium have published a significant new paper in Joule titled “Photoelectrochemical valorisation of biomass via selective oxidation to enable sustainable solar fuels” (link to article). This publication represents a significant milestone in the project’s mission to advance sustainable hydrogen production and green chemical synthesis through integrated photoelectrochemical systems. The paper, […]
ICN2 in PeCATHS: Unlocking Atomic-Level Insights for Sustainable Energy Conversion
The Catalan Institute of Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (ICN2) plays a central role in the PeCATHS project, leading Work Package 4 (WP4), which is dedicated to the advanced characterization of materials, catalysts, electrodes, and devices developed in WP1 and WP2. This transversal work package aims to uncover the mechanisms that govern the performance of catalytic materials […]
PeCATHS at the RSEQ 2025 “XL Reunión Bienal” in Bilbao
From the 30th of June to the 3rd of July, PeCATHS researchers have presented the latest updates on a high-throughput screening platform for liquid organic hydrogen carriers at the ”XL Reunión Bienal”, organized by the Spanish Royal Society of Chemistry (RSEQ) in Bilbao (Spain). As a national and international network hub, this year’s “Reunión Bienal” […]
New paper published: Electrohydrogenation of Benzonitrile into Benzylamine under Mild Aqueous Conditions
In an era that demands sustainable energy solutions, efficient and eco-friendly energy storage and conversion are crucial. Hydrogen, with high energy density and zero emissions, is promising but faces storage, transport, and distribution challenges. The PeCATHS project partners work to overcome these hurdles. This research, published in ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering, presents a new […]
PECATHS takes part in the Spring Meeting of the European Materials Research Society (eMRS)
Members of the research and innovation European project PECATHS (Photo-electrocatalytic routes for long-term sustainable hydrogen storage), have presented their results at the eMRS Spring Meeting held in Strasburg. PECATHS is committed to developing an integrated long-term energy storage system utilizing hydrogen in the form of liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHCs), coupled with innovative biomass conversion. […]
PECATHS Project Shines at H2Future25: Advancing Hydrogen for a Sustainable Future
The PECATHS project was prominently featured at the nanoGe Conference on The Future of Hydrogen: Science, Applications and Energy Transition (H2Future25), which took place from May 5–7 in Ibiza. This significant event convened top experts from across the entire hydrogen value chain, encompassing science, infrastructure, and policy, to delve into hydrogen’s crucial role in the […]
PeCATHS at Sustainability meets Scalability
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