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The NICKEFFECT project successfully showcased its innovative work at the EU-flagship EUIndTech 2025 event, held in Krakow, Poland, from June 2nd to 4th, 2025. Representing the project were Danijel Pavlica and Laura Cyrne from F6S Innovation, who engaged with a diverse audience of researchers, industry professionals, and policymakers. NICKEFFECT's participation was prominently featured in the event's Poster Session, specifically within Session V: "Advanced Materials and Innovative Technologies for Sustainable Development", which took place on June 3rd. This session provided an excellent platform for NICKEFFECT to present its advancements alongside other innovative European projects dedicated to fostering sustainable solutions. The team at the poster session engaged in fruitful discussions, sharing insights into the project's objectives, methodologies, and preliminary results. The interest and positive feedback received further validate the importance and potential impact of NICKEFFECT's contributions to advanced materials and sustainable development. The EUIndTech 2025 event was a good opportunity for networking, knowledge exchange, and...

09 Jun

“Industrial Application of Electrodeposition Processes” Webinar wrap-up: bridging lab and industry

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NICKEFFECT recently hosted a highly insightful webinar titled "Industrial Application of Electrodeposition Processes," providing a comprehensive look into the practical aspects and innovative potential of this critical technology. Held on May 26th at 10:00 CET, the session successfully brought together professionals, researchers, and individuals keen on understanding the transition of electrodeposition from laboratory research to industrial implementation. The webinar was expertly led by Dr. Aliona Nicolenco, NICKEFFECT Project Coordinator and Senior Researcher at CIDETEC Surface Engineering. The session was organised by project partner VUB. Electrodeposition is a cornerstone technique with widespread applications across diverse industries, including automotive, aerospace, electronics, and renewable energy. This webinar served as a vital bridge between theoretical knowledge and practical industrial challenges, offering valuable insights into how these processes are optimized for real-world scenarios. The well-structured agenda ensured a thorough exploration of the topic: Welcome and Introduction Key Phenomena in Electrodeposition Mind the Gap: Lab vs. Industry R&D ...

03 Apr

NICKEFFECT and NOUVEAU Webinar: Water Electrolysers for a Sustainable Future

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On April 1st, NICKEFFECT and the NOUVEAU project joined forces to host an insightful webinar titled "Water Electrolysers for a Sustainable Future". This event provided insights into the latest advancements in electrolyser technologies, with NICKEFFECT focusing on Proton Exchange Membrane Water Electrolysers (PEMWE) and NOUVEAU exploring Solid Oxide Electrolysis Cells (SOECs). This session attracted researchers, industry professionals, and students eager to learn more about innovative developments in energy systems and how these technologies are driving a more sustainable future. The speakers provided valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with their respective electrolyser technologies. Insights from NOUVEAU: Advancing SOEC Technology Vesna Middelkoop, NOUVEAU Project Coordinator from VITO, presented "Development of SOECs – a pathway to a sustainable future". Her presentation explored how SOEC technology plays a crucial role in the transition towards a green hydrogen economy and a low-carbon future. While SOECs do not use platinum group elements (PGEs), they still contain...

09 Dec

Webinar Recap: Future of Industrial Sustainable Plating with NICKEFFECT and MOZART Projects

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On December 5th, 2024, industry leaders and innovators came together for a highly engaging webinar on Industrial Sustainable Plating, featuring cutting-edge advancements from two major EU-funded initiatives: NICKEFFECT and MOZART. This event offered an exciting platform to discuss the future of sustainable plating technologies, highlighting the crucial role of innovation in reducing the environmental impact of industrial processes. The webinar kicked off with a welcome and introduction from Danijel Pavlica, Project Manager at F6S, who set the stage by emphasising the growing importance of sustainable practices in industrial plating and the important role played by both projects in driving this change. Insights and Key Takeaways Asier Salicio Paz from CIDETEC presented the key advancements of the NICKEFFECT project, focusing on the development of sustainable electrochemical plating processes. He began by introducing CIDETEC and its work in the Basque Country, emphasising their strong involvement in European projects and commitment to surface treatment technologies for...

03 Dec

Webinar: Advancements in Industrial Sustainable Plating

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Electroplating plays a vital role in industries such as electronics, automotive, and aerospace. However, traditional electroplating methods often involve harmful chemicals and create waste that has significant environmental consequences. We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming webinar on Industrial Sustainable Plating organised by two prominent EU-funded projects, NICKEFFECT and MOZART, scheduled for December 5, 2024, at 12:00 CET. This session will focus on presenting the latest innovations in sustainable electroplating technologies, showcasing solutions that contribute to reducing the environmental impact of industrial processes. Agenda: 12:00 – 12:05: Welcome & Introduction Opening remarks and a brief overview of the session. 12:05 – 12:30: NICKEFFECT Project Presentation (Dr. Asier Salicio, CIDETEC) NICKEFFECT’s achievements in developing nickel-based technologies for applications in electrolysers, electrodes, and fuel cells, focusing on cost-effectiveness and sustainability. 12:30 – 12:55: MOZART Project Presentation (Prof. Luca Magagnin, Politecnico di Milano) MOZART’s contributions to advancing eco-friendly electrochemical processes, particularly in industrial plating, reducing toxic...

27 Jun

NICKEFFECT Project: One Year of Achievements and Future Prospects

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The eagerly anticipated third consortium meeting of the NICKEFFECT project, signifying the culmination of one year of dedicated work, took place on June 20th, 2023, in Kahl am Main, Germany. The meeting was meticulously organized in a hybrid format, allowing participants the flexibility to attend either in person at the esteemed premises of Singulus Technologies or virtually. During the meeting, the NICKEFFECT consortium seized the opportunity to showcase the notable progress achieved in each work package. Furthermore, engaging discussions were held to deliberate upon the future steps and strategic direction of the project. Our esteemed hosts, Berthold Ocker and Jürgen Langer, warmly welcomed the partners and provided them with an exclusive guided tour of the state-of-the-art premises and cutting-edge laboratories at Singulus Technologies, further enhancing the collaborative atmosphere. The conclusion of the consortium meeting was that NICKEFFECT is on a good path to revolutionise the field of coating materials by developing innovative...

14 Jun

NICKEFFECT at the 2023 nanoSAFE Conference

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The 8th International Conference on Health and Safety Issues for a socially responsible approach to nanomaterials, known as nanoSAFE, took place in Grenoble, France from June 5th to 9th, 2023. This biennial conference has been a key platform for researchers and experts to share the latest findings on health and safety concerns related to nanomaterials. However, this year's event is special as it combines forces with the NanoSafety Cluster, opening up new opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange. Among the notable participants at the conference were representatives from the NICKEFFECT project, including researchers from IRES (Institute of Research and Engineering of Surfaces) and CEA (Commissariat à l'énergie atomique et aux énergies alternatives). The NICKEFFECT project focuses on Safe and Sustainable by Design material development, with a particular emphasis on metal nanocatalysts. During the conference, K. Chatzipanagiotou of IRES presented the NICKEFFECT project, offering insights into the research methodology and the progress made...

09 May

NOUVEAU & NICKEFFECT – Collaboration for a Sustainable Future webinar

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