Imran Asghar

Imran Asghar is an Associate Professor (tenure track) in the Department of Materials Science and Environmental Engineering at Tampere University. His research focuses on advanced materials for energy applications, particularly in the development of protonic ceramic fuel cells and perovskite solar cells. He contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to affordable and clean energy (SDG7) and industry innovation (SDG9).

Research interests include optimizing fuel cell performance through novel material interfaces, heterostructure engineering, and doping strategies to enhance ionic conductivity and stability. His work addresses challenges in low-temperature fuel cells and photovoltaic systems by exploring innovative material designs and encapsulation techniques.

Recent publications highlight advancements in metallic heterostructures, amorphous-adhesive interfaces, and Al3+ doped CeO2 for energy applications. These studies emphasize improving efficiency and durability in clean energy technologies. No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in available data.