TEM analysis of BaZrO₃ particles embedded in YBa₂Cu₃O₇ matrix
ZrO₂ nanocrystals after heating-up synthesis
Durable Silica-based coatings for flexible substrates
SEM analysis of Bi₂WO₆ powders

Welcome

The key objectives of the SCRiPTS group, Sol-gel Centre for Research on Inorganic Powders and Thin films Synthesis, within the Department of Chemistry in the Faculty of Science of Ghent University can be described by 'controlled synthesis and surface chemistry of metal oxide nanoparticles and mesoporous materials' and 'chemical-solution-based coating development'. (Isabel.VanDriessche [at] UGent.be (Prof. I Van Driessche) - Klaartje.DeBuysser [at] UGent.be (Prof. K De Buysser)).

Three research themes can be distinguished:

Controlled synthesis and characterization of metal oxide nanocrystals
Filling the gap between nanocrystals synthesis and their application by studying its surface chemistry
Chemical solution deposition of functional coatings via ink jet printing

With these research themes and equipment facilities, the SCRiPTS group has the intention to provide a broad view to students and researchers in the development of ceramic nanocrystals, mesoporous materials and coatings towards its application. Here, we envisage applications in superconductivity, batteries, catalysis, sensors, etc. with the cooperation of specific companies.