Advanced Materials for Catalytic and Environmental Technologies
The research in the Anders Riisager Group is dedicated to advancing sustainable chemistry and environmental protection through the development of catalytic systems and functional materials. Central to the group’s work is the design of catalysts that enable efficient, selective, and eco-friendly chemical processes, with the aim of supporting a circular and carbon-neutral economy.
Research
We explore the use of ionic liquids as versatile and innovative solvents and catalysts, exploiting their tunability and environmentally compatible properties in diverse chemical reactions. A key line of research focuses on the catalytic upgrading of biomass-derived compounds and CO₂ into high-value products, such as fuels, chemicals, and polymer precursors.
Other activities target carbon capture and pollution mitigation, where novel catalytic and absorption systems are being developed to improve efficiency. In parallel, we design and apply nanocatalysts tailored for enhanced performance across a broad spectrum of catalytic processes. Nanocatalysts included here are metal nanoparticles, zeolites, and mesoporous materials
Together, these research efforts contribute to increasing the efficiency, sustainability, and environmental compatibility of present-day chemical manufacturing.
Contact
Anders Riisager Professor Department of Chemistry Phone: +45 45252233 ar@kemi.dtu.dk