Professor Ange Nzihou

Research fields and expertise :

Engineering Biocarbon (Biochar) allotropes, and Bioenergy for Decarbonization

Energy and added value materials from Biomass and Waste
Sustainable carbon-based functional materials (amorphous carbon, CNT, CNF, graphene, aerogels, foams, sensors, catalysts, energy carriers)
Hydrogen, Syngas, Fuel from renewable resources
Thermochemical processes (pyrolysis, gasification, reforming, carbonization)
Energy storage
CO₂ capture and utilization
Elaboration, functionalization carbon and phosphate-based composites / hybrid materials (sorbents, catalysts, energy carriers, sensors) for energy, and depollution.
Behavior of pollutants (heavy metals, organic pollutants, aerosols)
Sustainability indicators (carbon intensity, carbon accounting)
Decarbonization

Accueil

Laboratory of Excellence in

Science for Energy Conversion

Selection of recent papers

Krishnan, S; Coppel, Y; Meunier, J.F; Nzihou, A. « Fe–Ca-Catalyzed Conversion of Cellulose Into Highly Ordered Graphitic Carbon Revealed by Solid-State 13 CNMR and Mössbauer Spectroscopy » Chemistry Europe (September 2026) https://doi.org/10.1002/chem.71773

Ngene, G.I; Del Confetto, S; Nzihou, A. « The role of metal loading on CO₂ capture using activated carbon from spent coffee grounds » Chemical Engineering Journal Advances (November 2026) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ceja.2026.101460

Hayashi, S.; Rigollet, S.; Rupp, M.; Stump, E.; Das, A.; Nzihou, A.; Arnold, C. « Thermal-dose framework for catalytic graphitization of biomolecules in reactive laser additive manufacturing » Carbon (July 2026) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbon.2026.121940

Rigollet, S.; Weiss-Hortala, E.; Flamant, G.; Nzihou, A. « Concentrated Solar Combined With Hydrothermal Treatment to Unlock Lignin Graphitization Mechanisms » Global Challenges (July 2026) https://doi.org/10.1002/gch2.70115

Zhang, N; James, M.C; Krishnan, S.G; Keiser, D.A; Kehoe, B; Béguerie, T; White, C.E; Nzihou, A. » Experimental and theoretical atomic-scale insights into the bimetallic catalytic graphitization of biochar » Carbon (July 2026) https://doi.org/10.1016/j.carbon.2026.121906

Lin, L; Koh, H; Krishnan, S ; Pelé, R; Vion-Brousailles, L; Nzihou, A; Hatzel, K. » Rapid Graphitization of Biomass Using Intensive Joule Heating »ACS Sustainable Resource Management (July 2026) https://doi.org/10.1021/acssusresmgt.6c00133

Parrillo, F; Arconati, V; Boccia, C; Arena, U; Ardolino, F; Ruoppolo, G; Nzihou, A; Gonzáles Martínez, M. »Catalyst Deactivation in Syngas Tar Cracking: A Multianalysis Study of Coke Deposition on γ-Al₂O₃-Supported Iron Catalysts » ACS Omega (June 2026) https://doi.org/10.1021/acsomega.6c01836

Journal Waste
and Biomass Valorization

Impact Factor (2022): 3.2

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Congratulations to Ange Nzihou who has been awarded the rank of Officer in the National Order of Merit, one of France’s highest national distinctions.

Prof. Ange Nzihou received the 2026 Chair Professorship Certificate from Mahatma Gandhi University, Keralam, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to energy materials and chemical engineering.

The last piece of equipment for the ERC Advanced Grant project has arrived at the laboratory.

The Laser Flash Analysis (LFA) system will enable high-temperature measurements of material thermal properties, completing the experimental setup for the SOTREHEAT project.

WasteEng2026

WasteEng2026 took place from 7–10 July at the Universidade da Coruña, Spain, bringing together researchers, students and industry partners from around the world to discuss waste and biomass valorization.

With nearly 500 presentations and 400 participants, it was a great opportunity to share ideas, discuss new research and meet colleagues from different backgrounds.

A big thank you to all the participants, speakers, partners, sponsors and volunteers who contributed to making this edition a success, and to everyone involved in the organization of the conference.

Doctoral Research Days

On 3 – 4 June at IMT Mines Albi, the Doctoral Research Days brought together PhD researchers to present their work through presentations and posters and exchange idea.

RAPSODEE Laboratory at IMT Mines Albi has recently acquired new equipments for the ERC STOREHEAT project. Learn more about these new facilities on our website.

RAPSODEE Seminar – Prof. Magda Titirici (Imperial College London)

Prof. Ange Nzihou is pleased to welcome Prof. Magda Titirici from Imperial College London.

Prof. Titirici will present a scientific seminar on Friday, March 20 at 11:00 AM (Room 1A22) entitled:
“Sustainable Batteries and Electrocatalytic Processes”.

During the seminar, she will also share insights into her research activities and career journey.