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Charles-Francois de Lannoy

Assistant Professor, Chemical Engineering, McMaster University
Charles-François de Lannoy is an Assistant Professor in Chemical Engineering at McMaster University.

Charles is a pioneer in the development of advanced porous materials and electrochemical techniques for remediating the environment. He currently works on 1) advanced membrane technologies 2) environmental applications of nanomaterials and 3) co-developing solutions to First Nations drinking water crises. Many of these projects are in collaboration with industrial partners and First Nations groups.

Before joining McMaster, Charles was a visiting scholar in the Energy Materials & Systems Lab at PARC, a Xerox Company, in Palo Alto, CA, USA, where he worked on various proprietary green energy technologies including a novel CO2 captures process. During his time at PARC in conjunction with X (formerly Google X), he built a pilot scale system for the efficient separation of CO2 from the atmosphere. Charles completed a Post-Doctoral Research Fellowship in the Department of Energy Resources Engineering in the School of Earth Sciences at Stanford University, received his PhD from Duke University in Civil and Environmental Engineering, with a Certificate in Nanoscience in 2014, and his Honours B.Sc. in Physics from McGill University in 2008.

He currently holds three US Patents, has published over 30 papers in top journals in his field, and given 25 talks at international conferences. He has won several awards for his work including a Xerox Excellence award and the Duke Nanoscience Fellowship.

New electrochemical technology could de-acidify the oceans - and even remove carbon dioxide in the process

Mar 29, 2024 07:41 am UTC| Technology

In the effort to combat the catastrophic impacts of global warming, we must accelerate carbon emissions reduction efforts and rapidly scale strategies to remove carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere and the oceans. The...

Economy

Productive Meeting Between International Association of Machinists and Boeing

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U.S. Economy Shows Resilience Ahead of Elections: GDP Growth Expected

Strong Economic Growth Anticipated The U.S. economy is expected to sustain a solid growth pace in the third quarter of 2024, bolstered by decreasing inflation and robust wage increases fueling consumer spending....

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L3Harris Doubles GMLRS Rocket Motor Production Amid Rising Global Demand

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India’s Central Bank Expected to Cut Interest Rates in December

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Politics

‘Honey Pot Scandal Rocks 2016 Campaign!’ – Whistleblower Reveals FBI Spies Embedded With Trump Staff

A whistleblower has come forward with allegations that former FBI Director James Comey authorized covert operatives to infiltrate Donald Trumps 2016 presidential campaign, allegedly embedding honey pot spies within Trumps...

‘An Election Day Disaster in the Making?’ – Printing Error Forces Nevada County to Scrap 77,000 Ballots

A ballot printing error has affected 77,000 ballots in Nevada County, California, leading to widespread scanning issues just days before the general election. Election officials discovered that these ballots were not...

‘Forced to Run Against My Own Will!’ – Supreme Court Blocks RFK Jr.'s Plea, Keeps His Name on Key Ballots

The U.S. Supreme Court has decided not to remove Robert F. Kennedy Jr.s name from the presidential ballots in Wisconsin and Michigan, marking the latest legal setback for the former candidate. Kennedy, who previously...

Kamala Harris Allegedly Using 'Bimbo Tactics' on Dating Apps to Sway Men to Polls – 'Desperate Move!' Claims Laura Loomer

In a surprising accusation, conservative activist Laura Loomer claimed that Vice President Kamala Harris has allegedly devised an unconventional method to get more men to the polls: targeting them through dating apps. The...

Supreme Court Case Could Flip 2024 Election as GOP Aims to Disqualify Thousands in Pennsylvania: 'A Victory for Trump Could Be History-Altering!'

A Supreme Court case emerging from Pennsylvania has sparked national attention as the Republican Party seeks to disqualify thousands of mail-in ballots, potentially altering the course of the 2024 presidential election....

Science

CDC Urges Second COVID-19 Vaccine for Seniors: ‘Protect Your Health This Season!’ Experts Say It’s Critical

In a recent public health announcement, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommended that individuals aged 65 and older receive a second dose of the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine. This additional dose, the...

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Health experts often emphasize the importance of a balanced diet combined with regular exercise for weight management. However, for many, achieving these goals can be a daunting challenge. Instead of drastic food...

Scabies Surge Sparks Alarm: Doctors Warn Brits, 'Don't Ignore That Rash!'

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Just 21 Minutes of Cycling a Day Is 'All You Need' for Total Health, Claims Expert

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Technology

Inside Today’s Crypto Boom: Bitcoin’s $70K Triumph and Trump’s Rising Poll Advantage Fuel Bull Run

The crypto market took off today, driven by Bitcoins break above $70,000 and Trumps lead in the polls. Investor optimism soars as the potential for a crypto-friendly administration fuels new highs in major assets, with...

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Shiba Inu Surges as 39 Million SHIB Burn Sparks 10% Price Jump in 24 Hours

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BYD Hints at Seagull EV Arrival in Australia, Could Become Nation's Cheapest Electric Car

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