Dr. Paul Duchesne

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Paul Duchesne is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at Queen's University. His research focuses on heterogeneous catalysis, emphasizing the development of novel catalyst materials utilizing inexpensive, Earth-abundant elements. His work is crucial in the field of sustainable energy generation, particularly for renewable fuels, which offer high energy density and long-term stability for energy storage solutions. Duchesne's group employs in situ X-ray spectroscopy techniques, including X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) and extended X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS), to understand catalyst behavior under realistic operating conditions. By investigating the function of these materials, his aim is to contribute to the advancement of the next generation of heterogeneous catalysts.

Research Interests

Requirements for Queen's University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Honours Bachelor degree Background in Computing, Mathematics, Statistics, or Engineering
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Specialization Notes

Department of Computing offers research-based, project-based, and course-based patterns.