Institute of Catalysis and Petrochemistry (ICP-CSIC) · Madrid · Spain
Multiscale
Characterization
in Catalysis
Scientific Vision
Connecting Atomic Structure
with Pore Function.
We seek to understand how atomic-scale structure governs adsorption, catalysis and molecular transport, enabling the rational design of next-generation porous materials.
Our research combines materials chemistry, advanced synchrotron characterization and operando experiments to reveal structure–property relationships across multiple length scales.
Ana E. Platero-Prats
Principal Investigator
Platero-Prats Lab
Institute of Catalysis and Petrochemistry (ICP-CSIC)
Our Science
- Atomic Structure
- Structure Dynamics
- Catalytic Function
- Rational Design
Scientific Vision
Connecting atomic structure
with pore function
to understand and design
advanced porous materials.
See
Resolve local order and disorder beyond the reach of classical crystallography.
Understand
Link atomic motifs and pore environments to catalytic and separation performance.
Design
Guide the synthesis of the next generation of functional porous materials.
Group Leader
Dr Ana E.
Platero-Prats
Chemist and materials scientist working at the interface of porous materials, advanced structural characterization and catalysis.
“The behaviour of a porous material is written in its atomic structure — our challenge is to learn how to read it.”
- Affiliation
- ICP-CSIC · Madrid
- Expertise
- Porous Materials · Multiscale Characterization
- Approach
- Total Scattering · PDF · XAS · Operando
- Research
- Structure–Function Relationships
Research at a Glance
Four intertwined lines of enquiry.
From molecular design to operando measurement, our programme spans the full life-cycle of a functional porous material.
Porous Materials Chemistry
Metal–organic frameworks, covalent organic frameworks and hybrid porous materials designed with targeted functionality.
Multiscale Structural Characterization
Total scattering, Pair Distribution Function analysis, X-ray absorption spectroscopy and complementary spectroscopic methods.
Operando and In Situ Science
Following structural evolution, active sites and guest–framework interactions under realistic working conditions.
Catalysis and Environmental Applications
Heterogeneous catalysis, gas separations, water remediation, PFAS capture and sustainable chemical technologies.
From Atomic Motifs to Pore Function
Reading a material at every length scale.
Pair Distribution Function analysis is at the heart of our methodology. By combining total scattering with X-ray absorption spectroscopy and complementary techniques, we resolve the local structure — including the disordered regions that classical crystallography cannot see.
How we do itJoin Us
Motivated researchers welcome.
We support applications to competitive national and international fellowships and welcome candidates in porous materials, advanced characterization, catalysis and operando science.
Opportunities