PengCheng Chen

Dr. PengCheng Chen is an Academic Visitor in the Department of Engineering Science at the University of Oxford. She holds an associate professorship at Jiangnan University, China since 2019. Her academic journey began with a BEng in Polymer Science and Engineering from Zhejiang University (China), followed by a DPhil in Polymer Chemical and Physics from the same institution in 2015. Her research focuses on advanced materials for energy storage systems, particularly battery technologies, including cathode materials, electrolytes, and recycling processes. She explores innovative manufacturing techniques for high-performance electrodes and sustainable material utilization. Her work bridges electrochemistry, materials science, and engineering to address challenges in energy storage and environmental sustainability.

• Education:
  • BEng in Polymer Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, China
  • DPhil in Polymer Chemical and Physics, Zhejiang University, China (2015)

Dr. Chen’s research interests emphasize lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion batteries, and material recycling. She investigates novel cathode designs, electrolyte optimization, and electrode architectures to enhance energy density and longevity. Her studies also address scalable manufacturing processes and environmental impacts of battery technologies. Recent work includes laser processing for high-power batteries, sulfate-modified cathode materials, and porous metal electrodes.

Her publications highlight advancements in battery recycling, solid-state electrolytes, and material characterization techniques like cyclic voltammetry. Though no awards are explicitly listed, her contributions align with cutting-edge energy storage research. She advises students through collaborative projects at both Oxford and Jiangnan University, though specific advisees are not detailed here.

Dr. Chen’s affiliation with Oxford’s Department of Engineering Science positions her at the intersection of interdisciplinary innovation, fostering advancements in sustainable energy solutions.