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An experimental project to study the synthesis of inorganic nanowires with controlled crystal structure and their assembly as electrodes for electrochemical energy storage. The student will carry out in the generation of new metal catalysts and their use to control nanowire polytypes and size distribution. With support from the group, the student will produce electrodes consisting of aggregated nanowire networks and study their electrochemical properties as battery electrodes. Suitable for someone with a background in material science, applied physics or inorganic chemistry. Possibility to carry out a follow-up PhD on the topic.

Skills the student will acquire:

Hands-on experience with chemical vapour deposition for nanowire synthesis and characterization of materials through electron microscopy, aerosol measurements and X-ray diffraction.

To be an undergraduate university student in their last year or MSc student in any scientific discipline (physics, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, etc.) or engineering.

To hold a valid Spanish residence permit.

Deadline for submissions:20/04/2025

First Stage. The applicants will submit their registration with their CV, academic records and Spanish Id (either DNI or NIE) and will receive an automatic reception confirmation.

Second Stage. A selection committee will assess applicants according to the following criteria:

1. Excellent academic records - indicators: academic records, academic progress, study abroad, internships, awards and prizes, relevance to the topic.
2. Command of English - indicators: language certificates, interview
3. Motivation of the applicants - indicators: interview.

The selection panel will interview a shortlist of candidates. A candidate will be selected among them considering the academic record, command of English, motivation, and alignment of qualifications with the research topic.

Third Stage. The selected fellows will be informed and will receive an official confirmation. Acceptance of the fellowship is required within one week.

1. A gross stipend of 800 € per month.
2. The fellowships will have a maximum duration of 3 months.
3. The fellowships are awarded for full-time training.