Tzia Ming Onn
Assistant Professor and PI of the Catalysis, Adsorption and Thin Films Lab in Department of Engineering, University of Cambridge.
Our research develops advanced materials and catalytic systems to address challenges in hydrogen technologies, carbon capture, clean water, and clean air. By combining approaches from wet-chemical synthesis with atomic-scale materials engineering, we seek to design materials with enhanced activity, stability, and functionality for chemical/energy/sustainability applications. A particular focus is placed on understanding and controlling interfaces, where interactions between different active sites govern performance.
We are interested in the development of next-generation technologies. Current research spans hydrogen production (reforming) and transport (ammonia and alcohols), carbon capture and utilization, electrified surfaces, and advanced materials for energy conversion and storage. Finally, my group seeks to bridge the gap between fundamental science and industrial application. By combining mechanistic understanding of materials behavior and reaction pathways with practical engineering considerations, we seek to develop scalable solutions.