GERMÁN ASCHIERI

I am a predoctoral researcher at the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos (URJC), working on the European HYPPER project (Horizon Europe), which focuses on the development of hybrid electrochemical membrane reactors for hydrogen production, storage, and transport using reversible liquid organic hydrogen carriers (LOHCs). My work combines experimental research, materials characterization, and process engineering, with a particular focus on palladium-based hydrogen-selective membranes and their integration into multi-layered reactor architectures.

My doctoral research investigates the relationship between microstructure, transport properties, and performance of palladium membranes, including porous metallic supports and ceramic interlayers, to enhance selectivity, adhesion, and durability. Techniques I regularly apply include electroless pore plating (Pd), doctor blade coating, SEM/EDS characterization, profilometry (Ra, Rz, Sa, Rq), and gas permeation measurements (H₂, N₂, He).

Before joining URJC, I gained research experience in Argentina at the Universidad Nacional del Litoral (UNL) and INCAPE (Instituto de Investigaciones en Catálisis y Petroquímica), focusing on the synthesis and characterization of sustainable cellulose-based adsorbents and materials, as well as the coordination of a university entrepreneurship program. This experience provided a foundation in both materials research and project management, which I now apply to an international research environment.

Research profiles: 

• Scopus: 60022943700
• URJC

Keywords: 

Hydrogen, Pd-based membranes, Hybrid Catalytic Membrane Reactor