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

For more information:
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.