Francesco Dal Grande

Dr. Francesco Dal Grande is a Research Fellow at Newcastle University specializing in solid oxide fuel cell technology. His work from 2008-2014 focused on micro-tubular and hollow fibre fuel cell architectures, with emphasis on anode and electrolyte materials engineering.

His research spans Fuel Cell Technology, Materials Science, and Electrochemistry, particularly investigating nickel-based anodes, yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ), and ceria-gadolinia (CGO) electrolytes. He pioneered morphological control techniques for electroless-plated anodes and developed asymmetric electrolyte structures to optimize fuel cell efficiency and durability.

Analysis of his 2008-2014 publications reveals consistent innovation in ceramic fuel cell materials, comparing anode-supported versus electrolyte-supported designs and advancing hollow fibre fabrication methods. His work established critical relationships between microstructure, material composition, and electrochemical performance.

Dr. Dal Grande collaborated extensively with Professor Ian Metcalfe and Dr. Alan Thursfield in Newcastle University's energy research group, contributing to foundational developments in micro-tubular solid oxide fuel cell technology.