As a part of an ERC Advanced Grant Project ReSuNiCo, the research of Adityha Käse focused on a specific class of nanomaterials – metal sulfides – and their synthesis through combustion methods. 

Metal sulfide nanoparticles hold immense promise across a spectrum of applications due to their unique properties. While traditional synthesis routes have predominantly relied on liquid-phase methods, they often encounter challenges in scalability and post-processing requirements. 

Enter Flame Spray Pyrolysis – a robust and scalable approach commonly utilized for metal oxide nanoparticle production. However, adapting this method for metal sulfides presents its own set of challenges due to the oxygen-dependent nature of combustion.

Contributing to the advancement of nanomaterials synthesis, her thesis explores novel sources of metal and sulfur, tailored precursor-solvent solutions, and the intricate mechanisms underlying the breakdown and formation of metal sulfide nanoparticles through combustion. Notably, cementing tetrahydrothiophene (THT) as a highly effective sulfur source for producing metal sulfide nanoparticles. 

The institute would like to congratulate Ms. Käse on her successful graduation and wish her all the best for the future!