Cecilia Allueva y Álava
PhD candidate
Utrecht University
Department
Inorganic Chemistry and Catalysis
Contact information
Room
Vening Meinesz C
Email address
c.alluevayalava@uu.nl
Key expertises
Heterogeneous catalysis, catalyst preparation, CO2 hydrogenation
About me
I am Cecilia Allueva, a PhD student in the Inorganic Chemistry and Catalysis group at Utrecht University. My background includes a BSc in Chemistry from Zaragoza University and an MSc in nanomaterials science from Utrecht University. My research focuses on bimetallic catalysts for CO2 hydrogenation to higher alcohols. Outside of work, I enjoy playing the guitar, singing, and hiking in nature.
About my research
My research focuses on developing Pd bimetallic catalysts for CO2 hydrogenation to produce higher alcohols. This project aims to contribute to sustainable energy solutions by converting CO2 into valuable chemicals. My background in nanomaterials and catalysis has provided me with strong expertise for this work. I enjoy collaborating with others and exploring new techniques to enhance catalyst efficiency. Through this research, I hope to make a meaningful impact on reducing carbon emissions and advancing green technologies for the chemical industry.
Academic career
PhD Candidate:
2023 – present: PhD candidate in the Inorganic Chemistry & Catalysis group at Utrecht University, the Netherlands, under the supervision of Dr. Matteo Monai and Prof. Dr. Ir. B.M. Weckhuysen
Research Internship:
2024: Internship at IQatalyst under the supervision of Gerda Kamsma, about resin hydrogenation.
MSc:
2022-2024: Master’s degree in Nanomaterials Science, Utrecht University
Master thesis in the Inorganic Chemistry & Catalysis group under the supervision of Jelle Bos, about Sulphur-Tolerant Molybdenum Carbides for the Hydrodeoxygenation of Fatty Acids.
BSc:
2017-2022: Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Zaragoza University
Bachelor thesis in the Institute of Nanoscience and Materials of Aragón under the supervision of Prof. Jesús Santamaría Ramiro, about enzymatic bioconjugation of platinum-based nanostructured materials as agents for the control of tumor.
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