Hao Zhang

Dr. Hao Zhang is a Researcher at the School of Engineering, University of Edinburgh, affiliated with the Fleeming Jenkin Research Institutes (Materials and Processes department). His research focuses on additive manufacturing, electrochemical systems, and energy applications, with particular emphasis on structured materials for energy storage and conversion. He explores advanced manufacturing techniques like 3D printing to design hierarchical components for improved efficiency in fuel cells, batteries, and CO₂ utilization systems.

Research interests include:

• 3D-printed electrode design
• Electrochemical energy systems modeling
• Sustainable chemistry via AI-driven approaches
• CO₂ conversion and utilization
• Microfluidic technologies for material synthesis

His work bridges materials science, chemical engineering, and renewable energy, aiming to develop scalable solutions for clean energy challenges. Recent studies address challenges in solid oxide electrolysis cells, photoelectrochemical water splitting, and high-efficiency microfluidic fuel cells.

Dr. Zhang collaborates on interdisciplinary projects involving materials characterization (e.g., operando microscopy), catalyst development, and process optimization. His lab focuses on combining additive manufacturing with electrochemical engineering to create next-generation energy systems.