Catalysis and Process Engineering is a multidisciplinary research group that applies scientific principles from chemical engineering, chemistry, physics, mathematics, and computer science to design, to optimize, and to understand dynamics the chemical processes on an industrial scale. It encompasses various aspects such as process design, optimization, control, safety, and environmental considerations. The group aims to develop efficient, economically profitable, safe, and sustainable methods to produce chemicals and materials. It involves the use of computational tools, technological innovation, and a focus on sustainability through practices like green chemistry and life cycle assessment utilizing strong collaboration. The field is essential in industries such as petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food processing, contributing to advancements in process efficiency and environmental responsibility.
Research areas
- Chemical reactions and catalysts
- Carbon capture and utilization (CCU)
- Molten salt electrolysis for CO2 conversion
- Process modeling, simulation, and optimization
- Techno-economic analysis and carbon footprint
Infrastructure
Infrastructure used by the group includes both physical laboratories and digital infrastructure designed for the research chemical reactions and processes. Read more about the infrastructure:
Group members
Niko Kinnunen
Emma Laasonen
Samuel Emebu
