Fraunhofer Institute for Ceramic Technologies and Systems IKTS
PyreH₂O
Research Group: Pyrocatalytic Water Purification
Duration: January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027
Project Partner: Friedrich Schiller University Jena
Brief Description:
The PyreH₂O project develops the innovative method of pyrocatalysis for the effective removal of micropollutants from water. By applying heat or temperature changes, a significant increase in catalytic activity is achieved, especially through the low-temperature annealing of 50 nm BaTiO₃, which substantially improves the degradation efficiency of pollutants such as DCF and BPA. The research is supported by results published in the Journal of Environmental Chemical Engineering, confirming the effectiveness of this method. Additionally, AI-based forecasting is used to predict the efficacy against new pollutants.
Funded by the Free State of Thuringia from resources of the European Social Fund Plus.