Single-molecule electrochemistry and bioelectrochemistry

  Jens Ulstrup, DTU Chemistry

 

With networks our research focuses on molecular electron transfer and electrocatalysis right down to the level of the single molecule. We have used voltammetry, single-crystal electrodes, and scanning probe microscopies in aqueous electrolyte and ionic liquids under electrochemical control (in operando STM/AFM), targeting: functionalized alkanethiol monolayers, transition metal complexes, other large molecules, metalloproteins, DNA-based molecules, metallic nanoparticles, new electrode materials (graphene, MXene), and whole microbial cells. We develop analytical theory and electronic structure calculations for electron and proton-coupled electron transfer processes. Enzyme electrocatalysis, biosensors, and biofuel cells are other perspectives. 

  Jens Ulstrup, DTU Chemistry

 

With networks our research focuses on molecular electron transfer and electrocatalysis right down to the level of the single molecule. We have used voltammetry, single-crystal electrodes, and scanning probe microscopies in aqueous electrolyte and ionic liquids under electrochemical control (in operando STM/AFM), targeting: functionalized alkanethiol monolayers, transition metal complexes, other large molecules, metalloproteins, DNA-based molecules, metallic nanoparticles, new electrode materials (graphene, MXene), and whole microbial cells. We develop analytical theory and electronic structure calculations for electron and proton-coupled electron transfer processes. Enzyme electrocatalysis, biosensors, and biofuel cells are other perspectives.