We are impacting the next generation of scientists.

We are bridging the gap between the unknown and the predictable.

We are leading the world in the research of heterogeneous functional materials.

We are empowering energy innovation.

Our research is vital to the future of energy science. HeteroFoaM breakthroughs provide tomorrow’s researchers with the science foundations and education necessary to create a secure energy future.

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We are bridging the gap between science and technology. Our research thrusts are based on conception, modeling, and synthesis; we are creating a science bridge that spans all three, and enables the creation of HeteroFoaM materials by design, to advance energy technologies and enable energy independence.

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HeteroFoaM discoveries are achieving recognition throughout the global science community, and our researchers are publishing papers, filing patents, and presenting at international conferences as experts on the subject.

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Our study of heterogeneous functional materials is changing the way the world consumes resources by making scientific advances that enable the creation of new clean energy technologies.
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Featured Research

Improving Solid Oxide Fuel Cells

We created a new conductor with a nanostructured barium oxide and nickel interface that readily adsorbs water and facilitates water-mediated carbon removal reactions. Read more about this discovery

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About the HeteroFoaM Center

As one of 46 Energy Frontier Research Centers funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, the HeteroFoaM Center is discovering science fundamentals that lay the groundwork for the creation of clean, renewable energy sources that reduce our dependency on fossil fuels.

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What is a HeteroFoaM?

HeteroFoaMs are Heterogeneous Functional Materials that alter fields and flows.

Outreach

Making an Impact, Today and Tomorrow

We are committed to educating a new generation of scientists and inspiring students to help our country achieve energy independence.

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Featured Investigator

Dr. Wilson Chiu Thrust Leader - Modelling and Fabrication HeteroFoaM Center

Engineering a Revolution

Dr. Chiu is a Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Connecticut. He work features x-ray imaging. Read more about Dr. Wilson Chiu.