The Sayre Research Group designs and synthesizes broad-spectrum photocatalysts for high-energy reactions. We employ steady-state and time-resolved spectroscopy to investigate photocatalysis mechanisms. Mechanistic understanding informs design of the next generation of photocatalysts.

Broad-spectrum light absorption is important for the advancement of photocatalysis. Red photons are lower energy than blue photons and are lower cost. The sun is a sustainable source of broad-spectrum light.