Prof. Dr. Charles W. Machan

Profile

Academic positionAssociate Professor, Senior Lecturer, Reader
Research fieldsInorganic Molecular Chemistry,Electrochemistry
KeywordsCoordination Chemistry, Inorganic Synthesis, Electrochemistry, Homogenous Electrocatalysis

Current contact address

CountryGermany
CityErlangen
InstitutionFriedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
InstituteLehrstuhl Anorganische und Allgemeine Chemie

Host during sponsorship

Prof. Dr. Karsten MeyerLehrstuhl Anorganische und Allgemeine Chemie, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, Erlangen
Start of initial sponsorship01/11/2024

Programme(s)

2024Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award Programme

Nominator's project description

Professor Machan is an esteemed international authority in molecular electrocatalysis and known for his groundbreaking research that has influenced a paradigm shift in electrochemical energy conversion. He has made important contributions to molecular electrocatalysts and the use of redox mediators for small-molecule conversion. During his stay in Germany, he aims to advance the development of lanthanide and actinide-based redox mediators.