Dr. Koval's research is focused on the understanding how electrochemical cells and synthetic membranes can be used in the development of new, efficient energy technologies. His current interests include fuels from solar energy, electrochemical and membrane-based separation processes, and capture and utilization of carbon dioxide. His research involves collaborations with faculty in chemistry, chemical engineering and with scientists at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.
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energy-related electrochemical processes, photoelectrochemistry, facilitated transport membranes, electrochemical pumping of fluids, carbon dioxide separations using ionic liquids