Raquel Cos Hugas

Mrs. Raquel Cos Hugas

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Research Focus & Metrics

Academic Career Length

3Years (2024-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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4 November 2024 in Nanomaterials
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SMSthephanie J. Martínez
Sthephanie J. Martínez
RHRaquel Cos Hugas
Raquel Cos Hugas
Marco BelliniMarco Bellini
Marco Bellini
Hamish  MillerHamish Miller
Hamish Miller
ALAlessandro Lavacchi
Alessandro Lavacchi
Elena PastorElena Pastor
Elena Pastor
Ni nanoparticles supported on graphene-based materials were tested as catalysts for the oxygen reduction reaction (ORR) to be used in anion exchange membrane fuel cells (AEMFCs). The introduction of N into the graphene structure produced an enhancement of electrocatalytic activity by improving electron transfer and creating additional active sites for the ORR. Materials containing both N and S demonstrated the highest stability, showing only a 3% performance loss after a 10 h stability test and therefore achieving the best overall performance. This long-term durability is attributed to the synergetic effect of Ni nanoparticles and bi-doped (S/N)-reduced graphene oxide. The findings suggest that the strategic incorporation of both nitrogen and sulphur into the graphene structure plays a crucial role in optimising the electrocatalytic properties of Ni-based catalysts.