Doudou Zhang

Dr. Doudou Zhang is a Macquarie University Research Fellow (MQRF) in the School of Engineering, affiliated with the Transforming Energy Markets Research Centre and the Centre for Applied Artificial Intelligence. She holds a PhD in Materials Science from Shaanxi Normal University (2018) and has conducted research at UNSW and ANU. Her research focuses on solar-driven (photo)electrochemical energy conversion, low-cost catalysts, and scalable electrolyser technologies. She has supervised multiple PhD and master’s students, including current advisees Abhishek Vijayan K and Shane Hustwayte. Dr. Zhang has received prestigious awards such as the MQRF (2023) and Best Oral Presentation (2024). She contributes to teaching roles like convenor of ENGG8405 and co-lecturer in MECH3005. Her projects include AI-driven catalyst engineering and solar energy systems. She actively participates in academic leadership, serving as ECR Representative for the School of Engineering and organizing international conferences.

• Education: PhD (Materials Science, Shaanxi Normal University, 2018), Master’s (Materials Science & Engineering, 2014), Bachelor’s (Polymer Materials, 2012)
• Research Interests: Electrochemical reaction engineering, functional thin films, renewable energy conversion
• Projects: 2025 AI-driven catalyst project, 2024 Idea Pitch

Her work bridges fundamental materials science with applied energy solutions, emphasizing sustainability and scalability. Recent publications highlight advancements in perovskite solar cells, Ni-based catalysts, and photoelectrochemical systems.