PhD Candidate, Zhejiang University
School of Energy Engineering · Power Engineering and Engineering Thermophysics
Oxygen vacancy; Mn–Ov–Ce interface; Synergistic catalysis; Chlorinated VOCs; Vacuum ball milling.
Heterogeneous Catalysis · Operando Spectroscopy
Hello! This is Fan Yao.
I am a Ph.D. researcher in heterogeneous catalysis with a passion for uncovering catalytic mechanisms through advanced characterization and materials design. My research focuses on operando catalysis, oxygen vacancy chemistry, dynamic active-site evolution, and sustainable catalytic processes for environmental remediation and energy conversion. I am currently conducting research at the Paul Scherrer Institute (PSI), Switzerland, where I explore structure–activity relationships using synchrotron-based techniques and operando spectroscopy.
Academic Background
Academic Background
Visiting PhD Researcher, Paul Scherrer Institute
Group of Prof. Jeroen A. van Bokhoven
Cu exsolution, catalyst reconstruction, operando studies, and CO₂ hydrogenation
Master’s Degree, South China University of Technology
School of Environmental and Energy Engineering
VOC; adsorption; adsorption mechanisms; porous carbon materials.
Bachelor’s Degree, China Jiliang University
Environmental Engineering