Biography

Research Project: Microscopy and microanalylsis of the passive films of reinforcing steel formed in low-carbon concretes
Supervisors: Professor Hongzhou Zhang (TCD); Professor Yun Bai (UCL);

Na graduated with an MSC degree in Chemistry from University of Limerick in 2023. During her research master, she focused on the synthesis and characterization of colloidal semiconductors (quantum dots, nanorods) for the application of Light Emitting Dodes and Laser Device. Her PhD project investigates both the microstructure and chemical composition of the passive films formed in different low-carbon concretes using TEM, SEM and Raman. The results will then be used to develop a fundamental understanding on the effect of low-carbon concrete on the passivity of reinforcing steel together with the electrochemical data.

Daphné Lubert Perquel

The CDT provided me with the tools to develop my career as a researcher and to participate in Outreach activities to broaden my skills. I really enjoyed my time as a student in the CDT and look forward to continuing collaborations with the research groups there.