3D Printed Functional Elements For Flexible Electronic Devices
The research project focuses on the utilization of three-dimensional printing (3D printing) to create functional elements in flexible electronic devices. 3D printing provides the capability to manufacture customised components with specific shapes and geometries, which is particularly useful in the field of flexible electronic devices, where flexibility and adaptability are key characteristics.
Advanced Oxides for Plasmonics: Applications in Mid-Infrared Photodetection (PROMETEO/2021/066)
The research project titled "Advanced Oxides for Plasmonics: Applications in Mid-Infrared Photodetection" focuses on exploring the properties of advanced oxides with the aim of developing innovative applications in photodetection, specifically in the mid-infrared range. Plasmonics, involving the interaction between light and metallic particles, becomes a key component of this project.
Development of a smart platform and new materials for the optimisation of urban mobility
This project promotes the design and development of a battery recharging and replacement station for light mobility through advanced energy management and 5G applications.
Disseny i síntesi no convencional de catalitzadors basats en MOFs, POMOFs i LDHs multifuncionals (PID2024-160147NB-I00)
El present projecte proposa l'ús de mètodes sintètics originals per a dissenyar i preparar polioxometalatos (POMs), xarxes metall-orgàniques basades en POMs (POMOFs), xarxes metall-orgàniques amb ligandos electroactivos (eMOF), hidròxids dobles laminars (LDH) i heteroestructuras amb hidròxids dobles laminars.
MAT4EMI - Research of new EM shielding materials for 5G
In this project, advanced research is conducted on new EM shielding materials for 5G technologies applied to e-mobility systems.
Materials for energy conversion and spintronics (CIPROM/2022/60)
The main social concern nowadays is, no doubt, global warming due to the increase of greenhouse gases (GHG) concentrations in the atmosphere. Although it is not the only one, the most important of these GHG is CO2 and, therefore, any action to reduce its concentration from the atmosphere or the anthropogenic emissions is of capital importance. In this project we propose to synthesize and develop photo- and electrocatalysts that allow the efficient and cost-effective photo- or electrochemical conversion of CO2 to added value carbon compounds such as CO, CH4, CH3OH, etc. This strategy potentially contributes to reaching EU targets for global warming (Paris Agreement and directives at horizon 2030 and 2050).
Another objective of this project is the preparation of catalysts for HER and OER, the two half-cell reactions for water splitting. Hydrogen production with low-cost photo- or electrocatalysts is expected to have a high social impact since it is becoming an essential vector for energy storage associated to renewable energy sources. On the other side, OER is one of the best options for coupling with reduction reactions, such as CO2 reduction.
Multifunctional MOFs and 2D materials with environmental and energy applications (PID2021-125907NB-I00)
This project is based on the synthesis of metal-organic networks (MOFs) and 2D materials with layered double hydroxides (LDHs) for potential energy and environmental applications
P1. Development of scalable techniques for the incorporation of graphene and other 2D materials into microelectronic devices
The research focuses on growing materials 2D such as graphene, MoS2 o WS2on technologically attractive substrates or reusable in the form of high-quality layers and with homogeneity over large areas, so that they can have a direct application in the electronic industry with sustainable procedures and competitive prices. We will use for this purpose Molecular Beam Epitaxy techniques (MBE) and Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD).
The project aims to develop scalable techniques for the incorporation of graphene and other two-dimensional techniques (2D) in microelectronic devices, promoting its transition, from basic research to industrial applications . For this purpose, they propose the controlled growth of graphene and metal dichalcogenide (such as MoS₂) through Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) and Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD), evaluating their integration in high-performance transistors, diodes and Hall sensors.
The initiative, by the Institute for Molecular Science (ICMol) in collaboration with Grafenano, aims to optimise low-cost and sustainable 2D semiconductor materials, to establish patents on new synthesis and fabrication methods and create functional prototypes with direct impact on the electronic post-CMOS industry, as well as in power, detection and spintronics technologies.
The project aims to develop scalable techniques for the incorporation of graphene and other two-dimensional techniques (2D) in microelectronic devices, promoting its transition, from basic research to industrial applications . For this purpose, they propose the controlled growth of graphene and metal dichalcogenide (such as MoS₂) through Molecular Beam Epitaxy (MBE) and Plasma Enhanced Chemical Vapor Deposition (PECVD), evaluating their integration in high-performance transistors, diodes and Hall sensors.
The initiative, by the Institute for Molecular Science (ICMol) in collaboration with Grafenano, aims to optimise low-cost and sustainable 2D semiconductor materials, to establish patents on new synthesis and fabrication methods and create functional prototypes with direct impact on the electronic post-CMOS industry, as well as in power, detection and spintronics technologies.
P2. Semiconductor memristive materials based on ion transport
The investigation focuses on developing new memristive devices which are able to emulate synaptic plasticity of human brain by means of chemical control of ionic migration in polymeric matrix and hybrid systems with two-dimensional materials (MoS₂, MXenes, graphene oxides).
This materials make it possible to integrate the storage and information processing in a single electronic component making room for neuromorphic computing and edge artificial intelligence (Edge AI) for applications in vision, hearing and bioinspired sensors.
The project proposes a chemical and molecular physics to design low energy artificial synapses with adjustable learning and biologically relevant responses time.
This materials make it possible to integrate the storage and information processing in a single electronic component making room for neuromorphic computing and edge artificial intelligence (Edge AI) for applications in vision, hearing and bioinspired sensors.
The project proposes a chemical and molecular physics to design low energy artificial synapses with adjustable learning and biologically relevant responses time.
P3. Thin Layer Semiconductor Deposition Process by Steam Transport and Integration in Devices (PROSEM)
In the last decades, innovative semiconductors have emerged from molecular materials to inorganic. Some of them have demonstrated properties that allow their use in advanced electronic devices such as transistors, photodiodes, light emitting diodes and photovoltaics. In this project, we focus on the the metal-halides of perovskites, because they have demonstrated excellent cargo carrier mobility when processed in thin sheets. However, the processing of innovative semiconductors is limited to complicated methods, expensive and low speed, such as molecular beam epitaxy or similar processes using high vacuum.
P4 X-ray photodetectors based on Perovskites
This project promotes the specialization of optoelectronic researchers applied to medical instrumentation and the development of new technologies to detect X rays. Through innovative materials based on lead-free perovskites and the design of advanced photodiodes, the initiative seeks to enhance the sensibility and the image resolution, reducing at the same time the necessary radiation dose and paving the way for more efficient, flexible and accessible devices.
P5. Infrared image sensors based on lead-free semiconductor quantum dots
This projects works on the advanced training of a researcher in the field of infared image sensors and at the same time, promotes the development of new technologies for the detection in the region NIR-SWIR. By means of the design of p-i-n photodiodes that can be integrated in CMOS circuits and the exploration of alternative materials lead-free and mercury-free, this initiative aims to create sensors that are safer, more efficient and compatible with inspection, biomedical, surveillance and scientific observation applications.
P6. Determination of the quantum efficiency of Semiconductors
Photoluminescence Quantum Yield (PLQY) is one of the most important photophysical parameters when characterising optoelectronic materials.
P7. Characterisation of pixel detectors and identification of defects in semiconductor base materials using non-invasive laser scanning techniques
X-ray detectors based on photon counting are being gradually integrated into the latest generation of systems for medical diagnosis, industrial inspection and security. These detectors consist of two types of interconnected semiconductor pixelated devices: a sensor and a photon counter chip.
P8. Non-linear absorption laser system for comprehensive non-invasive inspection in CMOS technology semiconductor production
This project proposal consists of developing a complete two-photon absorption laser system for characterising semiconductor devices and integrated semiconductor circuits in CMOS technology.
Planar Optics with Oxide Metamaterials: Crystal growth and morphological and structural characterization
The development of planar optics with oxide-based metamaterials represents a significant advancement in the engineering of optical devices, with potential applications in fields such as optical communication, remote sensing, and the enhancement of imaging systems. This project not only focuses on technological innovation but also aims to contribute to the fundamental understanding of the relationship between crystal structure and optical properties of materials, thereby promoting advances in materials science and optical engineering.
Polyoxometalates, Metal-Organic Frameworks, Covalent-Organic Frameworks and Layered Double Hydroxide-based materials for energy conversion reactions (MFA-2022-057)
Splitting water into hydrogen and oxygen using solar energy is the simplest approach to produce renewable fuels. However, a major drawback of these reactions is their slow kinetics and the subsequent storage of hydrogen. For this reason, this project studies the synthesis of polyoxometalates, metal-organic networks, covalent organic networks and materials based on lamellar double hydroxides to be used on the one hand, as reaction catalysts and, on the other, for the storage of the generated hydrogen.
