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Postdoctoral Research on Transition Metal Catalysis with Nickel and Copper Precatalysts
Texas Tech University Dr. William G. Whitehurst 🎓 Chemistry 🎓 Inorganic Chemistry

Explore transition metal catalysis by synthesizing nickel and copper precatalysts and studying reactive intermediates. Advance fundamental knowledge of catalytic mechanisms and improve catalytic efficiency.

This research advances sustainable chemical synthesis by providing new catalytic methods enabling selective transformations and improved re…

1000+ citations · h25
Transition metal catalysis
PhD Research on Advanced Materials for Energy, Aerospace, Space, and Nuclear Applications
The University of Texas at El Paso Dr. Md Ariful Ahsan 🎓 Chemistry 🎓 Materials Science

Explore AI and physics-based methods to predict and design materials for extreme environments. Conduct experimental and computational research on material failure, additive manufacturing, and electrochemical techniques …

This research addresses critical challenges in developing durable materials for extreme aerospace, space, and nuclear environments. It also…

2907+ citations · h30
Advanced Materials
PhD in Intelligent Matter and Synthetic Cells at Walther Lab, Mainz
Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz Prof. Andreas Walther 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Chemistry

Explore two PhD projects developing adaptive synthetic cells and intelligent polymer materials. Join an interdisciplinary team in Mainz to innovate materials that learn and respond like living systems.

This research advances the design of adaptive, intelligent materials with the capability to process information and respond autonomously, w…

24607+ citations · h80
Life-Like Materials and Systems DNA Nanoscience Self-Assembly Soft Matter
PhD in Photocatalysis: Development of Organic Synthetic Methodologies Using Earth-Abundant Metal Catalysts
University of Murcia Dr. Francisco Juliá-Hernández 🎓 Chemistry Deadline: 30 May 2026

Explore sustainable organic synthesis using Earth-abundant metal photocatalysts under visible light. Develop new green chemical methodologies in a state-of-the-art research group at University of Murcia. Advance photoca…

This research contributes to global sustainability challenges by creating greener, more eco-friendly chemical processes that reduce the rel…

homogeneous catalysis organic synthesis photocatalysis
Interfacial Processes in Lithium-Ion Batteries Using Advanced Characterization
Delft University of Technology Dr. Swapna Ganapathy 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Chemistry Deadline: 17 May 2026

Explore how interfacial layers in lithium-ion batteries affect their performance and stability. Use cutting-edge techniques like FIB-SEM alongside electrochemical testing to innovate safer, cost-effective battery techno…

This research addresses key challenges in lithium-ion battery technology by optimizing protective coatings and formation protocols, which c…

Energy Storage Li-ion batteries Li-air batteries
PhD Position: Advanced Peptide Formulations and Functional Systems
Radboud University Dr. M.F.J. Mabesoone 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Chemistry Deadline: 31 May 2026

Explore advanced peptide formulation at Radboud University using automation and data science. Join pioneering efforts to design functional peptide systems for biomedical and material science applications.

This research will advance the understanding and application of peptide-based systems with potential to revolutionize therapeutic delivery …

Supramolecular polymers peptide materials Microbial natural products
Electrolyte Engineering for Next-Generation Batteries Using NMR and Electrochemical Techniques
Technical University of Denmark Assistant Professor Leo W. Gordon 🎓 Chemical Engineering 🎓 Chemistry Deadline: 12 Jun 2026

Explore the ion transport and failure modes in battery electrolytes using advanced NMR and electrochemical techniques. Develop next-generation batteries with improved safety and performance in cold and extreme environme…

This research addresses critical challenges in battery performance and safety, enabling the design of electrolytes that allow faster chargi…

Solid-state NMR PFG-NMR Organic Battery Electrodes Electrolytes
PhD in Synthetic Medicinal Chemistry Targeting Blood Coagulation Factors XIa and XIIa
University of Galway Dr. Dmitrii Kalinin 🎓 Chemistry Deadline: 05 May 2026

Explore the development of novel inhibitors targeting coagulation factors XIa and XIIa to create safer cardiovascular therapies. Combine advanced synthetic chemistry and biochemical evaluation in a cutting-edge research…

Cardiovascular diseases such as thrombosis present major global health challenges due to high mortality and complications from existing tre…

Medicinal Chemistry Organic Chemistry Pharmacy Natural Products
Development of Melamine-Based Polymer-Metal Composites for Reactive CO2 Capture and Catalytic Conversion
Charles University in Prague, Faculty of Science Dr. Maksym Opanasenko 🎓 Chemistry Deadline: 23 Apr 2026

Investigate advanced melamine-based polymer-metal composites for CO2 capture and catalytic hydrogenation to methanol and higher alcohols. Collaborate internationally to develop scalable, cost-effective reactive capture …

This research advances sustainable carbon capture and utilization technologies, addressing climate change by converting CO2 into valuable f…

CO2 Capture Polymer-Metal Composites Catalytic Conversion Methanol Synthesis
Microwave Catalysis for Sustainable Solvent Production from Waste Carbon Resources
Queen Mary University of London Dr Michael Jie 🎓 Applied Chemistry 🎓 Chemistry

Explore microwave-driven catalytic processes to convert waste carbon resources into sustainable solvents. Investigate catalyst performance and process optimization in a multidisciplinary project with industrial collabor…

This research develops sustainable, circular production routes for pharmaceutical solvents, reducing reliance on fossil-derived solvents an…

1704+ citations · h17
Microwave Catalysis and Chemistry Hydrogen technology Plastic waste upcycling CO2 utilization
Constrained Bismuth–Metal-Free Scaffolds for Ammonia Activation
Maynooth University Dr Daniela Bezuidenhout 🎓 Chemistry 🎓 Materials Science Deadline: 30 Apr 2026

Explore developing precious metal-free bismuth-based scaffolds for catalyzing ammonia activation under Dr Daniela Bezuidenhout's supervision at Maynooth University. Synthesize and characterize novel compounds to advance…

This research targets sustainable catalytic activation of ammonia, a key molecule in green energy and chemical industry. By designing preci…

1080+ citations · h20
Bismuth Scaffolds Ammonia Activation Organic Ligands Catalyst Development
Multi-Scale Computational Framework for Charge Transport and Thermoelectric Properties in Self-Assembled Monolayer Molecular Junctions
Maynooth University Prof. Pierre Cazade 🎓 Biochemistry 🎓 Chemistry Deadline: 01 May 2026

Develop models to predict charge transport and thermoelectric behavior in molecular junctions. Explore nanoscale thermoelectrics for waste heat recovery. Collaborate internationally to bridge molecular design and device…

This research aims to enable rational design of molecular electronic devices, improving nanoscale energy harvesting technologies such as mo…

Charge Transport Thermoelectric Properties Molecular Junctions Self-Assembled Monolayers