TECHNOLOGY/BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Kirigami photo-piezo catalysts for self-sustainable environment remediation
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFLLNS – DOE CONTRACTORLivermore, CA, 94551, USA

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Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing (333310)
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    The Department of Energy, through the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), is offering a collaboration opportunity to develop and commercialize a novel kirigami photo-piezo catalyst designed for self-sustainable environmental remediation. This initiative aims to enhance the efficiency of photocatalysts, which are crucial for applications such as hydrogen production, water purification, and carbon dioxide removal, by utilizing a kirigami-inspired substrate that significantly improves photocatalytic performance. Interested companies with relevant expertise are encouraged to submit a statement of interest, including company details and capabilities, to LLNL's Innovation and Partnerships Office by following the specified communication guidelines. For further inquiries, potential partners can contact Jared Lynch at lynch36@llnl.gov or Charlotte Eng at eng23@llnl.gov.

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