معرفی
Dr. Aicheng Chen is a Canada Research Chair in Electrochemistry and Nanoscience (Tier 1) at the University of Guelph, funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). His research focuses on designing functional nanomaterials and developing green technologies to address global challenges in energy, environment, and healthcare. Key areas include hydrogen economy strategies, electrochemical catalyst design, and nanocomposite synthesis for sustainable energy applications.
Research Interests:
- Single-atom catalysts and quantum dots for clean energy
- Electrochemical sensing of pollutants and biomarkers
- Ferroelectric hydrogels and piezoelectric materials
- Hydrogen storage using graphene-based nanomaterials
Recent work emphasizes overcoming barriers to hydrogen production/storage and advancing CO₂ reduction technologies. His lab collaborates with NSERC and uses advanced characterization tools like synchrotron X-ray spectroscopy.
Grants & Collaborations: Current NSERC Tier 1 Chair (2025 renewal). Research involves partnerships with institutions like the Canadian Light Source.
