Martijn Hut

Research

During my research I use DFT calculations, to discover more about the metal-support interactions of the Co/TiO2 catalyst system during FTS. I work closely with my experimentalist-colleagues to ensure the usage of representative models, to cross validate experimental and theoretical findings and to try to answer the underlying reasons of observed catalytic trends. A significant part of my work involves fine-tuning a machine learning model to accelerate calculations on large Co/TiO₂ systems, using carefully curated, cost-effective DFT data. The close integration of theory and experiment within our group’s Co/TiO₂ projects will hopefully provide a comprehensive and insightful understanding of this catalytic system.

C.V.

2023 – present
PhD candidate at the Inorganic Chemistry and Catalysis group.

2021 – 2023
Master’s degree Nanomaterials Science, Utrecht University

Master thesis: “In-situ Spectroscopic Study of the Electrochemical Reduction of CO₂ on Single Facet Copper Nanoparticles.” Performed at the Inorganic Chemistry and Catalysis group, supervised by Jim de Ruiter and Dr. Ward van der Stam.

Master internship in patent prosecution performed at Hoyng Rokh Monegier.

2017 – 2021
Bachelor’s degree Chemistry, Utrecht University

Bachelor thesis: “Exploring Ni based Fe catalysts for CO₂ methanation.” Performed at the Inorganic Chemistry and Catalysis group, supervised by Ellen Sterk and Dr. Eelco Vogt