New project funded by FCT

The project SOLAR2CLEAN - Engineered solar light driven photocatalytic systems for wastewater purification (PTDC/EQU/EQU/1056/2020) was accepted for funding. It will run from Feb 2021 to Feb 2024.

The SOLAR2CLEAN project, in collaboration with the group of Prof. Markus Niederberger from ETH Zurich (Switzerland), aims at the achievement of a highly efficient engineered photocatalytic system, driven by solar light, of high applicability in real-life, targeting wastewater purification, i.e. the degradation of microplastics and other pollutants (antibiotic residues) generated by a high value Portuguese industry. It involves a dynamic research plan fostering innovation, technology integration and international collaborations.