Daniel A. Scherson

Daniel A. Scherson serves as the Frank Hovorka Professor of Chemistry and Director of the Ernest B. Yeager Center for Electrochemical Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. His research bridges fundamental electrochemical phenomena with practical energy storage applications through advanced spectroscopic methodologies.

His academic foundation includes:

• Licenciado en Quimica from University of Chile (1974)
• PhD in Chemistry from University of California at Davis (1979)
• Postdoctoral Research Associate at Case Center for Electrochemical Sciences (1981-82)
• Senior Research Associate at Case Center for Electrochemical Sciences (1981-82)

Scherson's work centers on physical electrochemistry and in situ spectroscopy, investigating how submonolayer adsorbates modify electrode reactivity. His group pioneers techniques including Raman spectroscopy, X-ray absorption, and second harmonic generation to probe dynamic electrode-electrolyte interfaces, with significant implications for electrocatalysis and energy storage systems. Current research emphasizes real-time characterization of battery electrode processes.

Publications from 2003-2004 reveal a concentrated focus on spectroscopic interrogation of battery materials, particularly lithium-ion and zinc electrode systems, demonstrating methodological innovations in spatially resolved in situ analysis of operational electrochemical cells.

His exceptional contributions have earned prestigious international recognition:

• Faraday Medal of the Royal Chemical Society (2004)
• David C. Grahame Award (ECS, 2000)
• Alexander von Humboldt Senior Fellowship (2002)
• Japan Society for Promotion of Science Fellowship (1993-94)
• IBM Faculty Development Award (1983)
• Vittorio de Nora Postdoctoral Fellowship (1981)

As Director of the Ernest B. Yeager Center, Scherson leads interdisciplinary research initiatives advancing electrochemical science while mentoring the next generation of scientists through collaborative projects and specialized instrumentation development.