Dr. Paula Sebastián Pascual

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Paula Sebastián Pascual is an Assistant Professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, specializing in electrochemistry and nanostructured catalysts. Her academic journey includes a postdoc research position at the University of Copenhagen, during which she became a Villum Young Investigator. Her research focuses on understanding surface structures and catalytic properties, aiming to develop tailored methods for preparing nanostructured catalysts for electrocatalysis. Her work within the SurfDep group emphasizes the importance of surface electrochemistry and the effective production of renewable chemicals through electrochemical reactions. She leads a young research group dedicated to exploring new electrochemical strategies, including the electrochemical conversion of carbon dioxide and organic molecules, nanostructure electrodeposition, and hybrid electrolysis for hydrogen production. Her projects investigate the impact of catalyst structure and electrochemical conditions on the efficiency of electrocatalytic processes, making significant contributions to sustainable chemical production.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2024-01-01 — Present

KTH Royal Institute of Technology • Stockholm, Sweden

Postdoc Researcher

2018-01-01 — 2022-12-31

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Conducted research on electrochemical methods and nanostructured catalysts.

Awards

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WISE Fellowship

Courses

Analytical Chemistry Statistics Chemical Equilibrium Hydrogen Research Frontiers Chemistry

Requirements for KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:0
Total
Required:90
PTE
Listening
Required:0
Reading
Required:0
Writing
Required:62
Speaking
Required:0
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in Science, Engineering, or a related field. Specific course requirements vary by department (e.g., Mathematics, Programming, or Subject-specific credits).
Application Checklist
  • Certificates and diplomas of completed degree
  • Transcript of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport or ID
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Letters of Recommendation (if required by program)
  • Summary of Project (if required)
Specialization Notes

Master's programs are organized under Schools; departments listed are units within these schools (e.g., EECS, ABE, CBH, ITM, SCI).