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Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia (ICN2) @icn2.bsky.social · 12d

🏆 PREMIOS Y RECONOCIMIENTOS

El Dr Marc Botifoll, antiguo PhD del @gaen-research.bsky.social (@jarbiol.bsky.social), ha recibido el Premio a la Mejor Tesis en Ciencia de Materiales del 2023/2024 por la Sociedad de #Microscopía de España (SME).

👏 ¡Enhorabuena!

🔗 https://bit.ly/3W9QUTO

#ICN2Alumni

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Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia (ICN2) @icn2.bsky.social · 7d

📃 NEW PAPER OUT❗

🤔 How can we improve lithium-sulphur #batteries?

🔬 Led by Yu Jing (@gaen-research.bsky.social), the study shows a new method using 2 atom-catalysts to improve lithium-sulphur batteries' stability & charging speed.

🤝 @irec-energia.bsky.social

🔍 Info here! 👉 f.mtr.cool/ueulqqjypz

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PeCATHS Project EU @pecathseu.bsky.social · 16d

At PeCATHS, advanced materials characterisation is key to unlocking cleaner and more efficient energy pathways.

The ICN2 leads this effort, providing atomic-level insights into how catalysts, electrodes, and devices behave during energy conversion.

📖 Learn more about ICN2:
👉 lnkd.in/g_AVpY7i

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Jordi Arbiol @jarbiol.bsky.social · Aug 7

Here's our perspective paper (with Aziz Genç) on Imaging plasmon-mediated chemical reaction dynamics through liquid-phase transmission electron microscopy

Free to read at:
authors.elsevier.com/a/1lZ2o9Cyxd...

@icn2.bsky.social

authors.elsevier.com

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gaen-research.bsky.social @gaen-research.bsky.social · Jul 7

A perfect way to wrap up the season before the summer break — recharged, reconnected, and ready for what’s next! ⚡

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gaen-research.bsky.social @gaen-research.bsky.social · Jul 7

These few days were filled with fruitful discussions, brainstorming sessions, teamwork and strategic planning for the exciting months ahead. We explored new equipment possibilities and shared ideas, all while surrounded by the stunning scenery of a natural park.

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gaen-research.bsky.social @gaen-research.bsky.social · Jul 7

Escaping the intense 40ºC heat of Barcelona, we enjoyed refreshing 20ºC temperatures at 2000 meters altitude — the perfect setting for inspiration and collaboration.

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gaen-research.bsky.social @gaen-research.bsky.social · Jul 7

🌄 Team Retreat in the Pyrenees – GAeN Group 🌄
We had a fantastic retreat with the Group of Advanced Electron Nanoscopy (GAeN) in the beautiful Vall de Núria, nestled in the Pyrenees of Girona.
@icn2.bsky.social @jarbiol.bsky.social

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Jordi Arbiol @jarbiol.bsky.social · Jul 2

Check our latest review: Advances in in-situ and operando TEM: From basic catalysis to industry-relevant reactions and future directions

Published today in Matter: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
Matter 8, 102139 (2025)

Kudos to: David Llorens Rauret and Alba Garzón Manjón

Advances in in situ and operando TEM: From basic catalysis to industry-relevant reactions and future directions

Heterogeneous catalysis is the cornerstone of the chemical and energy sectors and is expected to be crucial in the transition from fossil fuels to sus…

www.sciencedirect.com

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PeCATHS Project EU @pecathseu.bsky.social · Jun 11

The PECATHS project was recently featured at the 5th International Workshop on In Situ Transmission Electron Microscopy, where Professor @jarbiol.bsky.social (ICN2) was invited to present on the latest advances in electron microscopy and data-driven materials analysis.

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Jordi Arbiol @jarbiol.bsky.social · Jun 3

Unveiling the magic of Lycurgus Cup! 🌈 Exploring the ancient artistry of Roman glass, where the interplay of Au and Ag nanoparticles creates mesmerizing hues through the fascinating realm of nanoplasmonics. #LycurgusCup #Nanoplasmonics #AncientArtifacts 🤩
youtu.be/EmFhGPJWrHE

Unveiling the magic of Lycurgus Cup! 🌈

YouTube video by Jordi Arbiol

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Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia (ICN2) @icn2.bsky.social · May 15

🗣️ SEMINARS

Join us for this 𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 by Dr Aziz Genç from @gaen-research.bsky.social at @icn2.bsky.social.

📆 19/05/2025
⏰ 10:30 AM
📍 ICN2 Seminar Room
📝 Register here to attend! 👉 https://forms.office.com/e/if9Y9WYH3z
🔃 Sharing is appreciated!

#STEM #Nanomaterials

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icmabCSIC @icmabcsic.bsky.social · Apr 27

🚀 Save the date! #AMatS2025 - 4th Conference on Advanced Materials in Spain
📅 24–26 Nov 2025 | @uab.cat, Barcelona
🔬 Talks, posters, networking & the #InCAEM Opening at ALBA Synchrotron.
🔗 Abstracts open until 27 June 2025: amats2025.com

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Jordi Arbiol @jarbiol.bsky.social · May 3

Thanks @amolf-nl.bsky.social & @3dpv-group.bsky.social
and Kudos to Esther Alarcon Llado and Albert Polman for organizing and hosting us!

Roup (@roup.bsky.social)

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SOLARUP Project EIC Pathfinder Open @solarup-project.bsky.social · May 3

Today we’ve organized the @solarup-project.bsky.social Workshop on Modeling and design of PV devices at @amolf-nl.bsky.social @3dpv-group.bsky.social
Kudos to Esther Alarcon Llado and Albert Polman for hosting us!

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SOLARUP Project EIC Pathfinder Open @solarup-project.bsky.social · May 3

We’ve celebrated the @solarup-project.bsky.social SOLARUP - EU HORIZON EIC 2021 PATHFINDER OPEN M30 in-person meeting at @amolf-nl.bsky.social thanks @3dpv-group.bsky.social, Esther Alarcon Llado and Albert Polman for hosting us! Fruitful discussions and brainstorming to prepare the coming RP2!

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Jordi Arbiol @jarbiol.bsky.social · May 3

Thanks @amolf-nl.bsky.social & @3dpv-group.bsky.social
and Kudos to Esther Alarcon Llado and Albert Polman for organizing and hosting us!

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Jordi Arbiol @jarbiol.bsky.social · Apr 6

Amazing Anna Fontcuberta-Morral, it's been 18 incredible years working together... and here's to many more! 🤩
Congrats on your big success! 🎉

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SOLARUP Project EIC Pathfinder Open @solarup-project.bsky.social · Apr 6

Our partner Prof. Anna Fontcuberta-Morral from EPFL has been interviewed at Diari ARA, mentioning her work within SOLARUP - EU HORIZON EIC 2021 PATHFINDER OPEN.
🌞🌞🌞

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Jordi Arbiol @jarbiol.bsky.social · Mar 27

Thanks to the @novo-nordisk.bsky.social Foundation Science Cluster for the invitation to the #AI4Quantum workshop & to @nigrelex.bsky.social for her outstanding illustrations, capturing the essence of the talks through #live-drawing 🤩

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Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia (ICN2) @icn2.bsky.social · Mar 26

📖 𝗡𝗮𝗻𝗼𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗺𝘀: SACs

🤔 Is it #SciFi or nanoscience?

🚀 #SingleAtomCatalysts speed up chemical reactions. When paired with sunlight, they help create #CleanFuels like hydrogen, almost like sci-fi!

🔍 Check out this news piece on SACs! 👉 https://f.mtr.cool/ogznwdleas

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Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia (ICN2) @icn2.bsky.social · Jan 7

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐝𝐨 𝐚𝐭 𝐈𝐂𝐍𝟐❓

🧬 We advance both applied (in 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵, 𝗲𝗻𝘃𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 and 𝗜𝗖𝗧) and fundamental research through #nanoscience and #nanotechnology.

💡 Join us as we explore the fascinating world of #nanoscale discoveries and their impact on our daily lives!

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Institut Català de Nanociència i Nanotecnologia (ICN2) @icn2.bsky.social · Mar 24

📰 EXCITING NEWS❗

💡 Imagine meeting #NobelPrize winners?

🎖️ Dr Silvia Favero (@nanoesc.bsky.social) & Jung Yu have been selected by the Lindau Nobel Laureate Foundation to attend this year's meeting, focusing on #Chemistry.

👏 Congratulations! We're proud of you both!

#ScientificExcellence

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Jordi Arbiol @jarbiol.bsky.social · Mar 21

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