Research Group Kleij

Project description

The Kleij research group focuses on the use of sustainable catalysis approaches to transform bio-based carbon feedstock into valuable fine chemicals and polymers. Our trajectory is based on in-house developed catalysts comprising of abundant, cheap and green metals (Fe, Al, and to some extent Co) or simple and accessible organic frameworks (N-heterocycles, polyols).

Two main targets are explored – bio-based polymers (polycarbonates, polyesters, polyurethanes) and small though complex molecules with stereo-defined architectures with potential as building block in synthetic programs in the fine chemical and pharmaceutical industry. Overall, we strive to design circular chemicals and materials for the future.

Convocatòria 2021 dels ajuts per donar suport a l’activitat científica dels grups de recerca de Catalunya (SGR-Cat 2021). Referència: 2021 SGR 00853