Advancing chemical reaction engineering—designing sustainable processes for a cleaner future

Focusing on waste-free manufacturing, we develop novel approaches to chemical reaction engineering, from reaction kinetics to process innovation. Our research aims to reduce the environmental impact of industrial chemical processes by either transforming conventional reactions to eliminate CO₂ emissions or utilizing alternative raw materials to recover valuable compounds.

Key areas include hydrogen utilization and storage, where we develop novel catalytic approaches for CO₂ methanation and methanol synthesis, and reactive separation processes, where innovative extraction and esterification strategies allow for the recovery of valuable carboxylic acids from dilute aqueous streams. Apparatus designs, such as the Taylor-Couette Disc Contactor (TCDC), enable highly efficient multiphase reactions, giving us the opportnity to develop more sustainable chemical production pathways.