Shahed Rasekh

Shahed Rasekh is a Junior Researcher at the University of Aveiro's Materials and Ceramic Engineering Department. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Zaragoza (2016) with a focus on thermoelectric materials. His research emphasizes optimizing thermoelectric ceramics, particularly in Bi-AE-Co-O systems and Ca3Co4O9-based oxides. Rasekh has led multiple industrial and academic projects, including collaborations with GTC S.L. and ITA. He is a member of prominent societies like the Portuguese Ceramic and Glass Society (SPCV). His work has been recognized with prestigious photography awards and an exceptional Ph.D. award. Rasekh has supervised 7 undergraduate projects and contributed to over 75 publications. His current focus includes high-temperature thermoelectrics, advanced synthesis methods (e.g., laser floating zone), and material stability under extreme conditions.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Material Science, University of Zaragoza (2016)
• Master's in Renewable Energy and Energetic Efficiency, University of Zaragoza (2012)
• Master's in Physics, University of Zaragoza (2008)
• Bachelor's in Material Engineering, Isfahan University of Technology (2006)

Research Interests:

• Thermoelectric oxides for energy conversion
• Ceramic composites with tailored electrical properties
• Advanced synthesis techniques (laser processing, directional solidification)
• Material stability under high-temperature and corrosive environments
• Superconducting ceramics and current limiter applications

Awards:

• First Prize in Scientific Photography of Ceramics and Glass (2008, 2010, 2013)
• Extraordinary Ph.D. Award, University of Zaragoza (2017)

Grants & Projects:

• Coordinator of GTC S.L. & ITA's relief valve project (2014–present)
• JAE_PreDoc Scholarship (2010–2014), CSIC
• FCT Postdoctoral Fellowship (2017–2019)

Labs & Teams: Active in the University of Aveiro's Thermoelectric Materials Lab and collaborates with international groups on projects like TENTE (Thermoelectric Materials Optimization) and ESEMBLE (Nanostructured Materials).