Podcast

PodCAT

Your one-stop shop for academic heterogeneous catalysis — faculty interviews, career guidance, and cutting-edge research discussions. 50 episodes · 5.0 ★ · Updated monthly.

About the Podcast

PodCAT features in-depth interviews with leading catalysis researchers, guidance on the faculty application process and early career development, and discussions of cutting-edge research in heterogeneous catalysis. Now in its third year, the podcast has become a go-to resource for graduate students and early career faculty.

50 episodes · 5.0 ★ (19 ratings) · Science category · Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more.

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Prof. Marc Porosoff
University of Rochester
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Prof. Ezra Clark
Penn State University
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Prof. Tom Senftle
Rice University
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