IMDEA Materials Institute has welcomed Dr. Harun Tüysüz, a former researcher at Germany's Max Planck Institute, to head its new Catalysis and Energy Materials research group. This group's primary focus is on advancing catalytic transformations through electrocatalysis and photocatalysis. Dr. Tüysüz's team will concentrate on developing transition metal-based functional electrocatalysts for alkaline water electrolysis to produce hydrogen and solar energy conversion through photocatalysis. One of the group's key research areas is green hydrogen production via water electrolysis and model redox reactions. Additionally, they are investigating the use of advanced semiconductor materials for enhancing photocatalytic processes, with a particular interest in halide perovskites. Dr. Tüysüz's CHOSEN-CAT project, which recently secured funding from the Spanish Ministry of Science, aims to develop stable perovskite compositions for photocatalytic applications. Another important research focus is on developing photocatalytic processes for polymer recycling, specifically targeting polyurethane. By utilizing photocatalysts to break down polymers into monomers using solar energy, the group aims to contribute to a more sustainable and energy-efficient plastics production cycle. Dr. Tüysüz emphasized the importance of designing environmentally friendly materials and catalytic processes for a sustainable future. The group's efforts in heterogeneous catalysis are crucial for the conversion of raw materials into value-added products. Overall, the research conducted by the CEM group under Dr. Tüysüz's leadership aims to drive advancements in catalysis and energy materials for a more sustainable and greener future.