We are excited to share an inspiring story from the TRANSLATE project, featuring Professor Steffen Hardt in Deepsync. This article delves into his journey of turning theoretical concepts into practical innovations. Read on to learn more about this fascinating story published by Deepsync.
About the Article
The Deepsync article titled “Turning Theory into Power: Prof. Steffen Hardt’s Journey in TRANSLATE” explores the collaborative efforts of the TRANSLATE project, which aims to convert waste heat into electricity using advanced fluid dynamics at the nanoscale. Here are some key highlights:
- Collaboration across borders: The TRANSLATE project involves institutions from Ireland, Germany, Latvia, and Spain, working together to tackle global challenges.
- The confinement effect: Steffen Hardt and his team published a theoretical paper nearly a decade ago on generating electricity from temperature differences using electrolytes in nanochannels. This concept has the potential to significantly enhance thermoelectric energy conversion.
- Overcoming challenges: The journey has been marked by challenges, including initial experiments that did not align with theoretical models. This led to deeper investigations and refinements, showcasing the power of persistence and collaboration.
- Recent achievements: The team has developed promising ideas to enhance thermoelectric energy conversion, including the use of ionic liquids and weak electrolytes. Their work has shown the potential to improve thermal voltage significantly.
Related read: In the nanochannel, heat is converted into electricity
What is Deepsync?
Deepsync is a pioneering platform designed to increase the impact of projects funded by the European Innovation Council (EIC). It fosters collaboration, showcases innovations, and connects stakeholders across the deep tech ecosystem. Relevant projects are showcased on their website from three communities – Health, Industry and Cleantech. TRANSLATE fits perfectly into the Cleantech community, that drives innovation at the crossroads of technology and ecology, focusing on reducing waste and optimising energy use. It spearheads the green transition by developing renewable materials and promoting sustainable practices.
By providing a space for seamless communication and collaboration, Deepsync is playing a strong role in supporting projects like TRANSLATE, enabling them to achieve their ambitious goals.
Wrapping up
Professor Steffen Hardt’s journey with the TRANSLATE project is a testament to the transformative power of scientific curiosity and teamwork. We invite you to read the full article to gain deeper insights into this remarkable story and the innovative work being done. Stay tuned for more updates and breakthroughs from the TRANSLATE team!
You may be interested in reading about TRANSLATE’s experience in European Commission’s Horizon Results Booster programme.
