Understanding the role of mesoporous Silicon in sustainable energy applications

Max Yan from Sheffield will be visiting Dr Dasog’s lab in Dalhousie University to undertake a knowledge exchange-based project. Max will learn how to carry out the low-temperature process developed by Dr Dasog’s group to produce porous silicon. This material can be used as a catalyst to convert sunlight into energy and Dr Dasog’s is a leading expert in this field. Max will therefore gain valuable experience on how to make these catalysts and test their performance. Another application of silicon is in next-generation batteries. Max will share with Dr Dasog’s group the knowledge on how to construct a silicon-based battery and test its performance. As an outcome, this project will help both Max and Dr Dasog’s group better understand how silicon can be made using efficient methods and used in various energy applications. This project will also foster long-term collaborations.

Faculty Supervisor:

Mita Dasog

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Partner:

The University of Sheffield

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Education

University:

Dalhousie University

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