Project Info
Green Synthesis of Metal Sulfide Nanocrystals
Colin Wolden | cwolden@mines.edu
The materials of interest (SnS2, SiS2) are critical to the development of next generation batteries, which are central to enabling continued electrification of the transportation and industrial sector and enables continued expansion of renewable electricity (wind, solar). The approaches used are low cost and have a low energy budget, making them attractive and scalable manufacturing options
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http://inside.mines.edu/fs_home/cwolden/Wolden_Webpages/index.html#&panel1-1
Grand Challenge: Make solar energy economical
Student Preparation
Qualifications
Successful completion of sophomore coursework in CBEN or CHEM
Time Commitment
5 hours/week
Skills/Techniques Gained
Solid state synthesis, use of a glove box, advanced diagnostics (XRD, SEM). Technical communication skills.
Mentoring Plan
The MURF student would work day to day with a PhD mentor and meet weekly with faculty advisor to review progress and discuss future plans.