Integrating Education and Research in the Development of CO₂ Capture and Utilization Technologies by High School Girls

This work presents an educational and research project involving female high school students in the synthesis, characterization, and application of SBA-15-based nickel catalysts for CO₂ methanation. The students participated in all experimental stages, including catalyst preparation, material characterization, and catalytic evaluation by DRIFTS. The project successfully combined nanotechnology, catalysis, and sustainability while promoting hands-on scientific training and encouraging young women to pursue STEM careers.