MXene Course

Learn how to make and characterize MXene from Professor Yury Gogotsi and his team at their birthplace.

This virtual certificate course will teach best practices for the synthesis and characterization of MXenes, and applications in biomedicine, electronics, and electrochemical measurements.

Experienced researchers, industry professionals, and students are all welcome to partake in this MXene Course.

Note: Recordings of our lectures will not be shared

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The 2026 course will be offered with two scheduling options to better align with different time zones.

Registration Price:

Early Bird (by 01/19/2026): $560
Full Price (by 03/03/2026): $700

Early Bird (by 01/19/2026): $640
Full Price (by 03/03/2026): $800

Early Bird (by 01/19/2026): $800
Full Price (by 03/03/2026): $1,000

Early Bird (by 01/19/2026): $1,200
Full Price (by 03/03/2026): $1,500

MXene Synthesis

This section will introduce researchers to best practices for MXene synthesis. Course attendees will receive detailed instructions as well as laboratory tutorials on how to synthesize MXenes. Participants will also learn about common mistakes encountered during MXene synthesis and receive course materials to guide their future research. This course is a great resource for researchers new to the MXene field as well as current MXene researchers who want to further advance their skillset.

MXene Characterization

In this section, we will cover the characterization of MXene powders, colloidal solutions, single flakes, and films by Raman spectroscopy, electron microscopy, UV-vis, XPS, and other techniques. Experienced researchers will teach you how to determine the quality, flake size, and delamination of MXenes on the example of Ti₃C₂T_x. Sample preparation and elimination of measurement artifacts will be discussed in detail. Interpretation of Raman, UV-vis, and XPS spectra of various MXenes will be provided. NEW: This year, we have a presentation on the Computational Modeling of MXenes, which will introduce approaches for understanding and predicting the properties and behaviors of MXenes. This module will provide a fundamental understanding of how computational methods complement experimental efforts, guiding the rational design and discovery of next-generation MXene-based materials.

MXene Electrochemistry

This section highlights fundamental electrochemical characterization techniques for MXene electrodes. Starting with electrode preparation, cell assembly, parameter selection, and appropriate electrochemical analysis methods, we provide a comprehensive tutorial on conducting MXene electrochemical studies. Additionally, we explain various electrochemical reaction mechanisms and their impact on charge storage and ion transport under different electrode and electrolyte conditions. This serves as a foundational guide for understanding MXene-based applications in energy storage, desalination, and actuation.

MXenes for Biomedical Applications

In this section, we will discuss the growing interest in MXenes as novel material nanoplatforms for applications in biomedicine and biotechnology because of their favorable physicochemical and biocompatibility properties. We will introduce the advancement of MXenes in the field, with a particular focus on bioimaging, cancer therapy, tissue engineering, and antimicrobial treatments. Finally, we discuss the biocompatibility of MXenes based on the findings that have been reported so far.

MXenes for Electronic Applications

This module will explain and discuss the great potential of MXenes for electronic applications. Owing to their extremely versatile chemical and structural composition, as well as surface chemistry, MXenes are one-of-a-kind materials for (opto)electronics, showing tunable and unique characteristics that might boost future technological progress. Here, participants will learn about the electronic properties of MXenes, their use in diverse electrical devices (e.g., transistors, photodetectors, memories, sensors), and singular interaction with the whole electromagnetic spectrum (from radio waves to X-rays). Much has been done, but the best is yet to come!

MXenes for Energy Storage

Based on the electrochemical and electronic properties, this section will delve into the application of using MXenes as active materials, and passive components such as current collectors, conductive additives, and binders.

MXenes for Water Desalination and Actuations

One step further, we will expand the discussion to explore MXene applications beyond energy storage. Based on the ion storage/separation abilities, and mechanical flexibilities of MXene confinements, other electrochemical applications such as water treatment and actuations will be discussed.

NEW MXenes for Catalysis

In this section, we will cover the diverse applications of MXenes in catalytic reactions for sustainable energy sources. Drawing on recent studies in electrocatalysis and photocatalysis, such as water splitting, carbon dioxide reduction, and ammonia production, we will discuss how to optimize the performance of these catalytic reactions through their tunable electrical properties and surface chemistry of MXenes. Participants will gain insight into the rational design of MXene-based catalysts and their potential to advance catalytic processes.