Experimental demonstration of hydroelectric energy conversion (M/F)

Job Description

Thesis Subject

This thesis explores the interactions between nanofluidic transport and the electronic properties of the walls. The main objective is to demonstrate the direct conversion of mechanical or chemical energy into electrical energy without any electrochemical processes. 2D graphite-based nanochannels will enable a detailed study of these interactions at the nanoscale. Finally, microfluidic devices using advanced materials (graphite, MXenes, nanotubes) will aim to optimise and validate this conversion on a larger scale.

Your Work Environment

The work will be carried out within the Micromegas team at the ENS Physics Laboratory, in a research environment specialising in nanofluidics, statistical physics and fluid dynamics. The PhD student will interact with researchers working on nanofluidics, interfacial phenomena and transport processes, and will have the opportunity to collaborate with theoretical groups in order to link experiments to measurable observables.

Constraints and risks

The project is primarily experimental. The exploratory and fundamental nature of the research means that the specific direction of the project may evolve depending on the interim results.

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

2300 € gross monthly

Annual leave and RTT

44 jours

Remote Working practice and compensation

Pratique et indemnisation du TT

Transport

Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€

About the offer

About the CNRS

The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.

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