Catalysis Engineering & Chemical Kinetics Unit
Developing advanced catalysts and understanding reaction kinetics to enable efficient chemical transformations.
Research Mission
The Catalysis Engineering & Chemical Kinetics Unit develops advanced catalytic materials and investigates reaction mechanisms and kinetics to enable more efficient, selective, and sustainable chemical transformations. The unit applies heterogeneous, homogeneous, and biocatalysis to address DARAS priority challenges — from chemical synthesis and energy conversion to environmental remediation and chemical threat neutralization — developing the catalytic solutions that make critical chemical processes faster, cleaner, and more resource-efficient.
Key Research Functions
Catalyst Development
Designing and synthesizing advanced catalytic materials — metal nanoparticles, metal-organic frameworks, zeolites, and single-atom catalysts — with optimized activity, selectivity, and stability for DARAS priority reactions.
Mechanism Investigation
Investigating reaction mechanisms and kinetics using in-situ spectroscopy, isotope labeling, and computational chemistry — revealing the molecular-level details of catalytic cycles that guide rational catalyst design.
Process Intensification
Applying catalytic engineering to intensify chemical processes — developing continuous flow reactors, structured catalysts, and process integration strategies that maximize efficiency and minimize waste.
Research Capabilities
Directorate of Advanced Research & Applied Sciences
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