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Plasmonic Photocatalysts for CO2 Conversion Not specified in Belgium

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PhD

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

This is a 4-year fully funded FWO scholarship with a generous tax-free stipend equivalent to a research assistant salary, including holiday and end-of-year bonuses, and a non-pay benefits package. The initial bursary is for 1 year, renewable upon satisfactory progress. Training is provided via the Arenberg Doctoral School.

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Belgium

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KU Leuven

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Keywords

Chemistry
Environmental Science
Chemical Engineering
Materials Science
Catalysis
Surface Science
Co2 Reduction
Nanoscience
Photoelectrocatalysis
Computational Modelling
Artificial Photosynthesis
Physics

About this position

PhD Opportunity: Plasmonic Photocatalysts for CO2 Conversion

Join a 4-year fully funded FWO PhD to develop next-generation plasmonic photocatalysts for artificial photosynthesis and CO2 conversion.
Collaborate with leading experts in nanotechnology, spectroscopy, and computational modeling to create sustainable solutions for climate change.

?? Location: Leuven & Antwerp, Belgium (50 km apart, direct train)
?? Focus: Nanotechnology • Materials Science • Chemistry • Catalysis • Photocatalysis
?? Deadline: 20 October 2025

?? Apply Here : https://lnkd.in/g9Nkt-mZ

Funding details

This is a 4-year fully funded FWO scholarship with a generous tax-free stipend equivalent to a research assistant salary, including holiday and end-of-year bonuses, and a non-pay benefits package. The initial bursary is for 1 year, renewable upon satisfactory progress. Training is provided via the Arenberg Doctoral School.

What's required

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Experimental Physics, or related fields. Excellent academic results at both Bachelor and Master levels are required. Candidates should demonstrate interest or experience in surface science, catalysis, photocatalysis, or electrochemistry. Fluency in English (written and spoken) is essential. Motivation, hard work, and willingness to work interdisciplinarily across KU Leuven and University of Antwerp are expected.

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