Carlos Andrés Chirinos Chavez
Carlos Andrés Chirinos Chavez is an ITPS member since February 2025. He is currently a third-year pre-doctoral researcher at Rey Juan Carlos University, where he develops catalytic strategies for sustainable hydrogen production through the valorization of biomass-derived compounds.
His doctoral thesis, titled "Hydrogen production via oxidative steam reforming of the aqueous fraction of bio-oil", focuses on the development of efficient catalytic systems for renewable hydrogen generation. The research explores how different material design strategies can enhance the performance of catalysts in terms of activity, selectivity, and stability. The work also addresses fundamental aspects of reaction mechanisms and kinetics, aiming to provide insights that support the optimization of sustainable reforming processes using oxygenated compounds derived from biomass.
Carlos's research interests lie at the intersection of heterogeneous catalysis, clean energy technologies, and biomass valorization. He is particularly engaged in the transformation of oxygen-rich liquid fractions from bio-oil into hydrogen and syngas under environmentally responsible conditions. His work contributes to the broader scientific goal of replacing fossil-derived hydrogen with low-carbon alternatives compatible with circular economy principles.
He has co-authored two peer-reviewed publications related to this field. The first, "Exploring CeO₂-doped Co/SBA-15 catalysts for acetic acid oxidative steam reforming", highlights the role of ceria in improving catalytic activity and resistance to deactivation. The second, "Effect of Sm₂O₃ doping of CeO₂-supported Ni catalysts for H₂ production by steam reforming of ethanol", explores the synergistic effect of rare-earth dopants in reforming reactions. Both works demonstrate his involvement in the design and evaluation of advanced catalyst formulations for hydrogen production.
Carlos earned his degree in Chemical Engineering from Universidad Nacional de Trujillo (Peru) in 2015. He later completed a Master's degree in Chemical Engineering at Rey Juan Carlos University and Autónoma de Madrid University in 2021.
He has participated in international conferences such as the European Hydrogen Energy Conference (EHEC 2024) and ANM2024, where he presented his research through oral and poster communications. His professional trajectory reflects a strong commitment to clean energy research and the development of catalytic solutions for a more sustainable future.
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Keywords:
Hydrogen, catalysts, steam reforming, sustainability
