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Research Focus Areas

1. Porous Materials & Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs)

  • Synthesis, structures, and functional applications of inorganic materials and MOFs

  • Tunable pore properties and applications of MOFs

    • Gas storage and separation (CO₂ capture, hydrogen/methane storage)

    • Adsorption and catalysis (selective catalysis, enzyme immobilization)

    • Optical and magnetic applications (luminescence, sensing)

    • Superhydrophobicity and oil-water separation

    • Carbonization of MOFs for functional applications

2. MOF Synthesis & Structural Control

  • Synthesis of novel MOFs through hydrothermal, solvothermal, and rapid self-assembly techniques

  • Crystalline-amorphous transition and defect engineering

  • Lattice rearrangement and phase transition behavior of MOFs

  • Surface modification and functionalization of MOFs (e.g., superhydrophobicity, ion exchange)

3. Industrial Applications & Large-Scale Production of MOFs

  • MOF-Based Adsorbents & Shaping Techniques

    • Low-temperature regenerable adsorbents (<80°C)

    • MOF-coated rotary adsorption wheels (honeycomb adsorbers)

    • MOF adsorbents for compressed air drying and industrial VOC removal

  • MOF Shaping & Functionalization

    • MOFs in various forms: fibers, membranes, granules, coatings, etc.

    • Applications for air filters, window screens, and chemical filtration systems

4. Environmental & Energy Applications

  • CO₂ Capture & Conversion

    • MOFs for efficient CO₂ reduction into value-added chemicals

  • Pollutant Removal & Water Treatment

    • MOFs for the removal of heavy metals, VOCs, ammonia, etc.

  • Clean Energy Applications

    • MOFs as high-performance hydrogen/methane storage materials

    • MOFs as catalysts for enhanced battery performance

Future Perspectives

  • Continue to develop new MOFs materials and expand their application fields.

  • Strengthen cooperation with industry to promote the commercialization of MOFs.

  • Industrialization & Large-Scale Manufacturing of MOFs

  • Expansion of MOFs in Health, Environment, and Energy Applications

  • Shaping and Functionalization of MOFs for Versatile Applications

  • MOFs for High-Selectivity Gas Separation and Smart Materials

  • Cultivate more outstanding MOFs research talents.

Welcome students interested in MOFs research to join the Solid-State Inorganic Chemistry Lab!

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