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23 October 2024

ScienceCast: João Amaral and Refrigeration with the Magnetocaloric Effect

ScienceCast: João Amaral and Refrigeration with the Magnetocaloric Effect

The energy we use for heating and cooling represents almost 50% of total energy consumption and more than 40% of carbon emissions related to energy.

João Amaral, assistant researcher at CICECO, Institute of Materials at the University of Aveiro, is developing magnetic heat pumps based on an innovative physical principle of refrigeration, which is more efficient and environmentally friendly. 

Watch the TEASER and the EPISODE here.

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