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Below, you will find information about our project, key contact persons, and how to get in touch with us. We look forward to connecting with you!
The german national hydrogen strategy emphasises the importance of hydrogen for the energy transition. The aim is to create a functioning domestic market and drive forward production through targeted research and development.
Membrane electrolysers are important for green hydrogen production due to their efficiency and flexibility. However, work still needs to be done on challenges such as the pressure range and the development of low-precious metal components.
Production and electrochemical screening of precious metal-free catalysts including their electrochemical properties in laboratory operation, as well as the development of scaled production processes for potential catalyst candidates.
Sustainable and scalable manufacturing methods for AEM electrodes, e.g. by electrodeposition, ultrasonic spraying, 3D printing of materials, cold or hot pressing for the most efficient membrane electrode assemblies.
Integration of membrane electrode assemblies into electrolyser full cells and stacks, as well as the analysis of individual components to avoid critical elements and determine performance characteristics.
Implementation of internationally standardised protocols and long-term stability tests in electrolysers of different sizes to bridge the gap between research and industry.
Analysing usable water resources, the minimum required and desired water quality for electrolysis, adapted treatment processes and linking the various stakeholders.
We are convinced that the seamless integration of all building blocks in the value chain for electrolyser production and other hydrogen technologies is of crucial importance for the economic viability when applying electrolysis. At MAT4HY.NRW, we are focussing on cooperation formats in order to tap into material technology potential, particularly in the field of membrane electrolysis.
Get in touch with us to shape the future of hydrogen technology!
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Coordinator of the MAT4HY.NRW cooperation platform. PhD in chemistry...
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Universität Duisburg-Essen
Technology scout in MAT4HY.NRW. PhD student at the PST Institute. Surface...
Universität Duisburg-Essen
Zentrum für Brennstoffzellen-Technik GmbH
Material development and component evaluation for PEM electrolysis
Zentrum für Brennstoffzellen-Technik GmbH
Westfälische Hochschule
PhD in materials science with responsibility for project management...
Westfälische Hochschule
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
PhD in chemistry, expert in electrochemical hydrogenation.
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Institut für Umwelt & Energie, Technik & Analytik e.V.
Sensor implementation, automated process monitoring, desalination...
Institut für Umwelt & Energie, Technik & Analytik e.V.
Zentrum für Brennstoffzellen-Technik GmbH
Development and characterisation of MEAs in the AEM-WE and...
Zentrum für Brennstoffzellen-Technik GmbH
Zentrum für Brennstoffzellen-Technik GmbH und Universität Duisburg-Essen
Research management...
Zentrum für Brennstoffzellen-Technik GmbH und Universität Duisburg-Essen
Institut für Umwelt & Energie, Technik & Analytik e.V.
Scanning electron microscopy, airborne...
Institut für Umwelt & Energie, Technik & Analytik e.V.
Westfälische Hochschule
PhD in physics with responsibility for team and project...
Westfälische Hochschule
MAT4HY.NRW brings together numerous scientists from universities, colleges and industry-related research to drive forward the future of hydrogen technologies and accelerate the transfer of knowledge and technology in science and from research to industry.
Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Fraunhofer UMSICHT
MAT4HY.NRW project leader. Professor of Inorganic Chemistry, Ruhr University Bochum; Head of the "Electrosynthesis" department at Fraunhofer UMSICHT.
Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Fraunhofer UMSICHT
Universität Duisburg-Essen
Junior Professor at the Chair of Technical Chemistry, University of Duisburg-Essen
Universität Duisburg-Essen
Institut für Umwelt & Energie, Technik & Analytik e.V. (IUTA)
Head of Department Water Treatment & Membrane Technology at the Institute for Environment & Energy, Technology & Analytics e.V.
Institut für Umwelt & Energie, Technik & Analytik e.V. (IUTA)
Westfälische Hochschule Gelsenkirchen
Vice President for Research and Transfer at the Westphalian University of Applied Sciences and Director of the Westphalian Energy Institute
Westfälische Hochschule Gelsenkirchen
Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Fraunhofer UMSICHT
Honorary Professor at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Ruhr University Bochum; Head of Department "Electrochemical Energy Storage" at Fraunhofer UMSICHT.
Ruhr-Universität Bochum, Fraunhofer UMSICHT
Zentrum für Brennstoffzellen-Technik und Universität Duisburg-Essen
Scientific Director of the Centre for Fuel Cell Technology and Professor at the Chair of Energy Technology at the University of Duisburg-Essen
Zentrum für Brennstoffzellen-Technik und Universität Duisburg-Essen
Westfälische Hochschule Gelsenkirchen
Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Environmental and Building Technology, Westphalian University of Applied Sciences Gelsenkirchen
Westfälische Hochschule Gelsenkirchen
ProPuls GmbH
Institut für Umwelt & Energie, Technik & Analytik e.V. (IUTA)
Senior researcher at the Institute for Environment & Energy, Technology & Analytics e.V.
Institut für Umwelt & Energie, Technik & Analytik e.V. (IUTA)
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Professor and Chair of Analytical Chemistry, Ruhr University Bochum.
Ruhr-Universität Bochum
Universität Duisburg-Essen
EMPI, Institute for Energy and Material Processes - Reactive Fluids, University of Duisburg-Essen
Universität Duisburg-Essen
Universität Duisburg-Essen
Professor and Chair at the "Institute for Energy and Material Processes - Particle Technology", University of Duisburg-Essen
Universität Duisburg-Essen
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