Research areas

Focusing on research that makes a difference

This cluster leads the development of novel materials and engineered interfaces to enhance performance and usstainable technologies for applications in energy, water and health areas.

Biomass conversion, sustainable bioprocesses and advanced biomaterials for sustainable energy and chemicals, with expertise in biorefineries, fermentation and genetic engineering.

Advanced environmental technologies for treating water, soil and air-based pollurants are being developed with a focus on their sustainable performance. We strive not only to for the energy efficiencies of these technologies but also by the durability of the materials used as well as their earth abundance.

Responsible extraction and valorization of underground natural resources.

Engineering efficient solutions to meet imminent energy needs without compromising the resource and energy supply of the future.

Systems-level analysis for policy and decision making of energy system investment and management.

Research that makes a difference in people's lives and the world drives what we do.

Engineering research touches everything. We are developing leading-edge tools and technologies to address challenges from the nanoscale to the global scale.