photochemistry and plasmochemistry
We focus on the study of chemical processes initiated by light and plasma, and on the development of materials and reactors for their practical applications. The main emphasis is placed on the design, synthesis, and characterization of photoactive materials, particularly oxide and carbon-based semiconductors, and their use in photocatalytic and photoelectrochemical systems. The research includes the preparation of structured layers and electrodes based on TiO₂, WO₃, and g-C₃N₄ using modern printing and additive manufacturing technologies.
The group is also engaged in the development of devices utilizing solar radiation for environmental applications, such as pollutant degradation. In the field of plasma chemistry, we focus on applications of low-temperature plasma in medicine, agriculture, and the study of prebiotic processes, including the simulation of conditions beyond Earth. The research also covers plasma–material interactions and surface modification techniques.
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Research team
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Research focus
- Development and characterization of photoactive materials (oxide and carbon-based semiconductors)
- Photocatalytic and photoelectrochemical systems for environmental applications
- Preparation of structured layers and electrodes (TiO₂, WO₃, g-C₃N₄)
- Additive manufacturing and printing technologies for functional materials (inkjet, DIW, screen printing)
- Applications of low-temperature plasma in medicine and agriculture
- Plasma-chemical processes and simulation of prebiotic and extraterrestrial conditions
- Plasma–material interactions and surface modification
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Selected projects
- Research and development of advanced thin-film elements for monitoring time-dependent variables using calibratable colour change
- Printed flexible electrophotocatalytic system for the elimination of organic pollutants
- Methodology for evaluating the functionality of photoactive antimicrobial surfaces
- Advanced identification element for archive material recognition
- Permanent protection of touchscreens against deposition of organic pollutants
- Printed sensor systems for quality control of sensitive products
- Advanced thin-film photocatalysts based on graphitic carbon nitride
- Innovative surface treatments with reduced risk of infection transmission
- PLASMABORDER – plasma technologies for medical applications in the cross-border region
- PlAgri – plasma applications for smart and sustainable agriculture
- PlasTher COST Action
- More projects
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Selected publications
- Structural and physical characterization of iron-oxide based inks for inkjet printing
- Atmospheric Dry Hydrogen Plasma Reduction of Inkjet-Printed Flexible Graphene Oxide Electrodes
- TiO₂ anatase and rutile grains and the effect of particle printing on porphyrin adsorption
- Low-Temperature Mineralisation of Titania-Siloxane Composite Layers
- Perovskite Solar Cells with Low-Cost TiO₂ Mesoporous Photoanodes Prepared by Rapid Low-Temperature Plasma Processing
- Solar photocatalytic disinfection using ink-jet printed TiO₂/SiO₂ thin films
- Microwave micro torch generated in argon mixtures for biomedical applications
- Impact of Microwave Plasma Torch on the Yeast Candida glabrata
- Effect of Plasma Activated Water on Growth of Maize (Zea mays L.)
- Influence of Plasma-Activated Water on Soil Properties
- Chemical Processes in Titan-Related Atmosphere Initiated by Electrical Discharge
- Corrosion protection of iron archaeological artefacts using removable bilayer
- Application of low-temperature hydrogen plasma for corrosion layer treatment
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Collaboration opportunities
- Preparation of functional materials and precursors (semiconductors, conductors, insulators) in the form of micro- and nanoparticles
- Comprehensive characterization of particulate materials and surfaces
- Development of formulations (binders, solvent systems, printing inks)
- Deposition and printing of functional layers (inkjet, screen printing, DIW)
- Layer processing (drying, curing, surface treatment)
- Up-scaling of processes to pilot-scale production
- Plasma technologies: surface activation, material treatment, production of plasma-activated water
- Analytical methods: optical emission spectrometry, PTR-TOF-MS, contact angle measurement
- Design and testing of photochemical systems, radiation sources, and reactors
- Applications: photo-induced biocidal effects, decontamination, material protection
- Special applications: treatment of archaeological materials, environmental and agricultural applications
