The journey of the Fellow, Dr. Ramato Ashu Tufa, began by attending the 2025 Pacific Coast Catalysis Society (PCCS) Meeting at The University of British Columbia (UBC) on his very first day of arrival in Canada as a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Global Fellow.

Hosted at UBC’s Chemical & Biological Engineering Building, the symposium brought together leading experts in thermochemical and electrochemical catalysis, as well as advanced modeling approaches. Researchers from institutions including Stanford, Ohio State, UW, UBC, and others shared cutting-edge insights into catalytic materials and electrochemical systems.

This timely participation provided an excellent opportunity for Dr. Tufa to introduce and exchange ideas related to the BattleCap-CO₂ project, particularly its vision of integrating CO₂ capture and electrochemical conversion within a single intensified reactor system. Engaging with researchers across catalysis, materials science, and electrochemical engineering, he strengthened international collaboration at the very start of the outgoing phase of the fellowship.

The event marked a dynamic and inspiring beginning to the MSCA Global Fellowship at UBC. Special appreciation goes to Prof. Eric Lees and Prof. David Chester Upham for organizing such a stimulating scientific forum.