Hadis Zarrin

Dr. Hadis Zarrin is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Toronto Metropolitan University. Her research focuses on multifunctional nanoengineered materials for clean energy storage, environmental remediation, and wearable biosensors.

• PhD, University of Waterloo (2014)
• MSc, Iran University of Science and Technology (2008)
• BSc, Azad University (2004)

Dr. Zarrin’s research spans Clean Energy Storage and Conversion, leveraging 2D nanomaterials (e.g., MXene, hBN, rGO) to advance Hydrogen Production, Fuel Cells, Supercapacitors, and Water Treatment. Her work integrates Nanotechnology with Electrochemistry to develop Smart Coatings and Flexible Electronics.

Her recent publications (2024–2025) highlight innovations in MXene-hBN composites for energy devices, self-healing coatings, and environmental remediation via nanofibers. These studies emphasize scalable solutions for hydrogen generation, thermal management, and biomedical sensors.

• NSERC Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship (2012–2014)
• Waterloo Institute of Nanotechnology Fellowship (2012–2014)
• Waterloo President Graduate Scholarship (2012–2014)

As a mentor, Dr. Zarrin encourages students to embrace creativity and risk in problem-solving. She leads the Nano-Engineering Laboratory for Energy and Environmental Technologies, fostering interdisciplinary innovation.