Rui Filipe Lobo | Clean Energy | Best Researcher Award

Prof Dr. Rui Filipe Lobo, NOVA School of Science & Technology/NOVA University of Lisbon, Portugal

Rui Filipe R. M. Lobo is a professor of physics and physics engineering at the NOVA School of Science and Technology, NOVA University of Lisbon . Leading the Laboratory of Nanophysics/Nanotechnology and Energy (N2E) , he is dedicated to clean energy innovation, hydrogen technology, and decarbonization . With over 100 publications, Rui has pioneered research in nanotechnology for sustainable energy and serves on multiple scientific committees, including the Portuguese Hydrogen Association . His international experience includes research at renowned institutions such as Max Planck and Rice University, highlighting his role as a global advocate for clean, renewable energy .

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Education and Experience

Ph.D. in Physics from NOVA University of Lisbon .
Habilitation in NanoEngineering from NOVA University of Lisbon .
Degree in Chemical Engineering from Instituto Superior Técnico, University of Lisbon .
Head of N2E Laboratory at NOVA Caparica Campus, focusing on nanophysics, nanotechnology, and clean energy .
Senior Member of the Department of Physics and senior researcher of CTS-Uninova, NOVA University of Lisbon .
Visiting Fellow at institutions like Max Planck Institute, Rice University, and Osaka University .

Suitability For The Award

Dr. Rui Filipe Lobo is an outstanding candidate for the Best Researcher Award due to his impactful research in nanophysics, nanotechnology, and clean energy solutions. His work as the head of the Nanophysics/Nanotechnology and Energy (N2E) Laboratory at the NOVA School of Science and Technology demonstrates his leadership in pioneering sustainable and hydrogen-based energy research. Dr. Lobo’s contributions to hydrogen technology and decarbonization underscore his commitment to addressing global energy challenges through advanced nanotechnology.

Professional Development

Rui F. M. Lobo’s career spans over pioneering advancements in nanotechnology, particularly aimed at hydrogen technology and decarbonization. As the head of the Laboratory of Nanophysics/Nanotechnology and Energy, he leads cutting-edge research in experimental nanophysics, clean energy solutions, and sustainable energy applications. Rui contributes to high-impact scientific committees and is an active member of the European Clean Hydrogen Alliance . A frequent collaborator with prestigious institutions and organizations like the Portuguese Hydrogen Association, he has co-authored influential works such as the Lisbon Statement on Clean Energy. His research and publications consistently emphasize renewable energy’s potential for global sustainability .

Research Focus

Rui’s research is centered on nanotechnology applications for clean energy and sustainable hydrogen production . As head of the N2E Lab, he oversees projects on hydrogen-based energy solutions, nano-based materials, and decarbonization technologies that aim to reduce environmental impact . His work contributes to groundbreaking progress in nanotechnology and molecular beam studies, enhancing hydrogen uptake and storage solutions for renewable energy . Rui’s studies in nanophysics also delve into optimizing carbon nanotube electrodes, aligning with his dedication to cleaner, greener technology and his vision for a sustainable energy future .

Awards and Honors

Chairman and Organizer of multiple international conferences on nanotechnology .
Senior Member of the Engineers National Order, with numerous scientific committee roles in molecular beams and nanotechnology .
Portuguese Hydrogen Association Supervisory Board Member and co-author of the Lisbon Statement on Clean Energy .
Member of the European Clean Hydrogen Alliance, contributing to policy and research development in clean energy .
US Patent Holder: “Polyol Functionalized Water Soluble Carbon Nanostructures,” awarded in 2013 .

Publications

“A Brief on Nano-Based Hydrogen Energy Transition” – Lobo, R.F.M., 2023, Hydrogen, 4(3), pp. 679–693. Cited by: 1
“Advanced Topics in Contemporary Physics for Engineering: Nanophysics, Plasma Physics, and Electrodynamics” – Lobo, R.F.M., Pinheiro, M.J., 2022, 1–359. Cited by: 3
“Hydrogen Uptake and Release in Carbon Nanotube Electrocatalysts” – Lobo, R., Ribeiro, J., Inok, F., 2021, Nanomaterials, 11(4), 975. Cited by: 11
“Hydrogen Nanometrology in Advanced Carbon Nanomaterial Electrodes” – Lobo, R., Alvarez, N., Shanov, V., 2021, Nanomaterials, 11(5), 1079. Cited by: 3
“Tailoring Physical Properties of Carbon Nanotube Threads During Assembly” – Alvarez, N.T., et al., 2019, Carbon, 144, pp. 55–62. Cited by: 28
“Improving the Unreasonable University” – Alonso, M.P., Pinheiro, M.J., Lobo, R.F.M., 2018, CISPEE 2018. Cited by: 0
“Dust Deposition from Air with Anomalous Characteristics” – Lobo, R.F.M., 2017, Rendiconti Lincei, 28(4), pp. 623–633. Cited by: 1