Heterogeneous catalysis, an enabling foundation of the chemical industry, spearheads innovation toward key sustainability targets in clean energy, carbon neutrality, and zero waste. The Catalysis Engineering course provides students with concepts bridging from the molecular-level design of catalytic materials to their technical application.

Sustainable chemistry embodies the design and efficient manufacture of chemicals from abundant and renewable raw materials using routes that minimize energy requirements, avoid damaging the environment and human health, and are economically viable. It is a powerful tool to help society achieve several of the Sustainable Development Goals identified by the United Nations.

Heterogenous reaction engineering aims at studying heterogeneous reactions to define the optional reactor design. Integrating concepts from chemical engineering and chemistry, the fundamental principles of this broad family of reactions are covered, making students develop the necessary skills for the selection and design of various types of reactors.