Fudong Han

Fudong Han is an Assistant Professor and Priti and Mukesh Chatter '82 Career Development Chair in the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace, and Nuclear Engineering at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). He holds a PhD in Chemical Engineering from the University of Maryland College Park, with postdoctoral research there and a stint as a guest scientist at NIST.

His research focuses on advancing materials science for energy storage, particularly in solid-state batteries, nanomaterials, and electrochemical systems. Key interests include understanding material fundamentals via advanced characterization, designing novel materials, and integrating them into next-generation energy devices.

• Education:
  • BS and MS in Materials Science and Engineering, Shandong University (2009, 2012)
  • PhD in Chemical Engineering, University of Maryland College Park (2017)

Dr. Han has published over 80 papers in top journals like Nature Energy and Science Advances, with a focus on solid-state electrolytes, battery interfaces, and high-performance cathodes/anodes. His work addresses challenges such as lithium dendrite suppression, interfacial stability, and scalable battery architectures.

• Key Awards:
  • NSF CAREER Award (2022)
  • Materials Research Society Nelson Robinson Award (2022)
  • Highly Cited Researcher (Clarivate, 2022–present)

He leads a research group recruiting students in mechanical engineering, materials science, and electrochemistry. Current projects emphasize solid-state battery innovation, sustainable energy materials, and interdisciplinary collaborations.