Chuan-Fu Lin

Chuan-Fu Lin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at The Catholic University of America (CUA), School of Engineering. His research focuses on energy storage systems, nanotechnology, and materials innovation for renewable energy and advanced manufacturing. He founded and directs the Energy Materials Innovations Laboratory (EMI-Lab), which develops solid-state electrolytes, Li/Na metal anodes, and low-cost eco-friendly energy storage solutions through atomic layer deposition (ALD) and thin film engineering.

• 2024: Secured $637k DOE grant to study interfacial kinetics of conversion materials
• 2023: Published on fluorinated SEI layers for sodium batteries
• 2022: Advanced LiPON protection strategies
• 2021: Developed Al2O3-coated Mg anodes
• 2020: NSF collaborative award with Prof. Rubloff and Qi

His work spans solid-state batteries, aqueous battery systems, and conversion electrode materials, with a strong emphasis on preventing corrosion, enhancing cycling stability, and reducing overpotential. Key projects include polymer/ceramic hybrid electrolytes, in-operando characterization cells, and scalable current collector designs. Notable scientific awards include the 2024 Charles H. Kaman Award and NSF support for collaborative research.