"We are on a mission to advance matters related to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), aspects that are essential and foundational to advancing knowledge in science and engineering. Our research is focused on sustainable energy technologies. In particular, we investigate key chemical transformations for the production, storage, and utilization of renewable energy."
- The Jaramillo Group
Recent News
Paris, March 12nd, 2025
SUNCAT PhD Student Daniela Marin Selected as One of the 30 Best Young Scientists in the World Working on Climate Change
Daniela Marin, a PhD candidate in Prof. Thomas F. Jaramillo’s lab at Stanford University, has been recognized as one of the world’s 30 most promising young scientists at the Inflection Award, the world’s first-ever award dedicated to celebrating early-career scientists working on solutions to climate change.
Selected through a rigorous assessment process by a panel of 17 judges, representing leading institutions and organizations tackling the climate crisis, Daniela Marin stood out among 500+ applicants worldwide for their impressive research in hydrogen production using impure water sources and its potential to drive real-world impact.
All 30 awardees were brought to Paris for an exclusive two-day event, where they had a firsthand learning experience with some of the most influential figures in climate science, investment, and policy. From the biggest names in climate tech venture capital to top executives at Breakthrough Energy, RMI, Quadrature Climate Foundation, and more, the program provided unparalleled access to the best minds in the field, equipping these young scientists with the tools and networks to scale their impact.
Speaking about this recognition, Daniela Marin said: “This award has made us scientists feel like superstars, showcasing the impact we can have on the world through our work and drive. For first-generation students like me, success can often feel like an unknown territory. This award isn’t just mine, it belongs to my family, my community, and everyone who dreams beyond the limits.”
The 2025 Inflection Award cohort comprises PhD students and graduates from the world’s top institutions, including MIT, Oxford, ETH Zurich, Stanford, and others. Each awardee is working on cutting-edge solutions to climate change across diverse sectors, from chemical engineering to geosciences, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in climate innovation. The award is organized by Marble, Europe’s only deeptech venture studio exclusively focused on climate, and proudly supported by Breakthrough Energy Fellows and the Quadrature Climate Foundation.
Applications for the 2026 cohort will be announced soon, opening an opportunity for promising researchers from all corners of the globe to be recognized for their impactful research. For more information about the Inflection Award and its mission, visit https://inflectionaward.com/
October 20th, 2023
The Big Ideas Lecture Series is a platform for dialogue on sustainability with global thought leaders. The first Big Ideas Lectur hold a fireside chat with Bill Gates,moderated by Professor Thomas Jaramillo, who explored how we can work together to prioritize scalable climate innovations.
August, 7th-11st, 2023
Join us for the 2023 SUNCAT Summer School! For more information and registration, click on the following link:
January, 27th, 2023
Professor Thomas Jaramillo featured in new Hydrogen Innovators podcast!
The Stanford Hydrogen Initiative is launching their bi-weekly podcast “Hydrogen Innovators”, spotlighting bold innovators all the way from academia to industry.
In the first podcast Stanford Professor Thomas Jaramillo talks about electrolysis as flagship technology for decarbonization and who inspires him most and why.
October, 4th, 2022
Earlier in the year, Bill visited the our lab which is part of the new School of Sustainability. Today, on GateNotes, which is Bill Gates' personal blog, posted about his recent visit to the Jaramillo Lab visting! Check out the link!
June, 2022
We thank Bill Gates for stopping by our lab to learn about the research we do to progress forward towards a more sustainable world.
October, 2021
Congratulations to Rachel Hermanson, Gaurav Kamat, Daniela Marin, and Kyra Yap for passing their PhD qualifying exams!
September 10, 2021
Congratulations to Jose Zamora Zeledon for being awarded the Great Minds in STEM Scholarship by DOW Chemical!
August 20, 2021
Congratulations to David Koshy for his successful dissertation defense!
July 23, 2021
Join us for the 2021 SUNCAT Summer Institute! This year will be enrirely virtual. For more information and registration, click on the following link:
SUNCAT Summer School
June 17, 2021
Congratulations to McKenzie Hubert for her successful dissertation defense!
June 16, 2021
Congratulations to Eduardo Valle for his successful dissertation defense!
May 31, 2021
Congratulations to Jose A. Zamora Zeledon for being selected as one of this year's winners of "Outstanding Graduate Mentor from El Centro Chicano y Latino"!
April 12, 2021
Congratulations to Micha Ben-Naim for his successful dissertation defense!
March 25, 2021
Congratulations to Melissa Kreider for her successful dissertation defense!
March, 2021
The Jaramillo group is excited to welcome four new PhD students: Rachel Hermanson, Gaurav Kamat, Daniela Marin, and Kyra Yap!
February 8, 2021
A new post-doctoral opening studying thermal heterogeneous catalysis:
Application information
February 1, 2021
Congratulations to Dr. Chris Hahn for his new position at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory!
January 1, 2021
Congratulations to Dr. Sarah Lamaison and Dr. Dave Wakerley for co-founding Dioxycle!
More about Dioxycle
December 21, 2020
Congratulations to Professor Lei Wang for his new position at the National University of Singapore!
Announcement
November 3, 2020
Congratulations to Professor Thomas Jaramillo for being awarded the Paul H. Emmett Award in Fundamental Catalysis!
Announcement
October 1, 2020
Congratulations to Sarah Lamaison for being awarded the 2020 French Young Talent Award!
September 11, 2020
Congratulations to McKenzie Hubert for being awarded the Mason Graduate Fellowship!
September 1, 2020
Congratulations to Sarah Lamaison for her successful dissertation defense!
August 7, 2020
Congratulations to Dave Palm for his successful dissertation defense!
May 29, 2020
Congratulations to Joel Sanchez for his successful dissertation defense!
May 14, 2020
Congratulations to Alan Landers for his successful dissertation defense!
March 9, 2020
Congratulations to Mike Boyd for his successful dissertation defense!
March, 2020
The Jaramillo group is excited to welcome three new PhD students: Sihe Zhang, Valerie Niemman, and Lingze Wei!