Pioneering Nano-Catalyst Research for Solar Hydrogen Production: A Collaborative Success Story
Key Ideas
- A collaborative paper by Yogi Vemana University and IICT on nanocatalysts for hydrogen production is recognized in ChemComm journal's 60th anniversary edition.
- Funded by MNRE, the research project led by Prof. MV Shankar and Dr V Durga Kumari focused on efficient photocatalysts for solar-driven hydrogen output.
- The project's success has elevated YVU's global research presence, leading to further collaborations and recognition for Prof. Shankar's influential contributions.
- Prof. Shankar has been acknowledged as one of the top 2% most influential scientists globally in the field of material science.
A research paper co-authored by Yogi Vemana University and the Indian Institute of Chemical Technology focusing on nanocatalysts for hydrogen production has garnered recognition in the Chemical Communications journal's 60th anniversary edition. The paper delves into the 'Nano-size effects on CuO/TiO2 catalysts for highly efficient H2 production under solar light irradiation', emphasizing the development of efficient photocatalysts for solar-driven hydrogen output. The project, funded by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and led by Prof. MV Shankar and Dr V Durga Kumari, marks a significant milestone as the first MNRE-funded initiative involving YVU and a national research institute. With a budget of Rs 59.66 lakh, the project spanned three years starting from March 2012. Prof. Shankar expressed gratitude for the recognition, citing its positive impact on YVU's visibility in the global research community and fostering additional collaborations. Notably, Prof. Shankar's remarkable contributions in material science have positioned him among the top 2% of the most influential scientists worldwide.