Ashraful Azam

Dr. Ashraful Azam is a Research Fellow at the Materials and Manufacturing Futures Institute (MMFI), UNSW Sydney, specializing in functional nanomaterials for renewable energy and optoelectronics. His work focuses on quantum dots, 2D materials, and their applications in solar cells, hydrogen fuel generation, batteries, and photodetectors. He holds a PhD in Materials Science and Engineering from UNSW (2023) and has industry collaborations with organizations like BlueScope, KAIST, and ANSTO.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Materials and Metallurgical Engineering, Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (2013)
• Master of Science in Materials Science and Engineering, KAIST (2017)
• PhD in Materials Science and Engineering, UNSW Sydney (2023)

Research Interests: Dr. Azam develops novel nanomaterials for energy conversion and storage, particularly quantum dots for optoelectronics and catalytic applications. His interdisciplinary approach bridges material synthesis, device fabrication, and performance optimization for global energy challenges.

Publications & Patents: With 13 journal articles (including Advanced Materials and Nano Letters) and 3 patents, his work emphasizes 2D materials, electrocatalysts, and optoelectronic devices. Recent trends include advancing quantum dot-based LEDs and improving hydrogen production efficiency.

Awards:

• Research Training Program Scholarship (UNSW)
• KAIST Scholarship
• Hong Kong Fellowship Scheme
• Best Poster Awards at CAMS 2022, NANO 2018, and NANO KOREA 2017

Grants & Collaborations: Recipient of the 2022 Development and Research Training Grant (UNSW). Collaborates with industry leaders to translate lab innovations into real-world applications.

Labs & Teams: Works within MMFI, UNSW, and maintains active partnerships with global institutions to advance nanotechnology and sustainable energy solutions.