Catalytic Processes Research Group
The activities of the group encompas catalytic processes, including technologies utilizing ion-exchange resins or other catalysts, as well as industrial manufacturing processes.
Specialization:
- Processes for obtaining alkylphenols and research on the synthesis of alkylphenol derivatives
- Synthesis of aromatic polycarbonates from diphenyl carbonate and dimethyl carbonate, as well as bisphenol A and its natural substitutes:
- Bisphenol A – research on developing technology for producing high-purity BPA for polycarbonate applications in medical and optical fields
- BPTMC – an additive for manufacturing innovative structural polycarbonates for modular construction
- Plasticizers for plastics – modern specialized plasticizers with a wide range of applications, based on both petrochemical and natural raw materials
- Flame retardants – synthesis and characterization of new, halogen-free flame retardants designed for specific applications based on petrochemical and natural raw materials for a wide range of uses
- Wastewater treatment – removal of organic contaminants from industrial and sewage wastewater. Comprehensive solutions utilizing ion-exchange resins, activated carbons (commercial and modified), and dedicated membranes
- Esterification and etherification processes – research related to the development of ester and ether derivatives for practical applications
- Testing and development of new catalytic systems, modifications, and improvements of existing ones
- Research on processes occurring on ion-exchangers for their application in industrial practice
- Processes for obtaining glycols and polyols as well as amino acids – studies cover the stages of synthesis, purification, and isolation of products
- Liquid mixture separation processes – the research group has rectification setups with capacities ranging from 2 to 175 dm³ with dedicated rectification columns. Separation processes can be conducted from atmospheric pressure to deep vacuum
- Technologies for obtaining amidoamines and their derivatives – surfactants
- Research on the chemical recycling of waste plastics and polymer materials
- Biotechnology processes – application of biocatalysts (e.g., enzymes) in industrial manufacturing processes
Contact
Katarzyna Zielińska, PhD Eng. – Research Group Leader
tel.: 77 487 31 80
mob.: 665 661 145
e-mail: katarzyna.zielinska@icso.lukasiewicz.gov.pl
Jacek Kosno, MSc. – Deputy Leader
tel.: 77 487 35 36
mob.: 694 465 927
e-mail: jacek.kosno@icso.lukasiewicz.gov.pl
