Jerry M. Woodall

Jerry M. Woodall is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of California, Davis. His research focuses on intermittent alternative power conversion, global-scale energy storage systems, and novel materials for energy applications. He holds a position at 2001 Kemper Hall and can be reached at jwoodall@ucdavis.edu.

His key research areas include:
- Development of gallium-activated aluminum technology for splitting water into hydrogen and alumina
- Heat energy storage via Al-silicon eutectic composition and thermoelectric generator (TEG) optimization
- High-efficiency tandem solar cells and solar-irradiated gallium phosphide (GaP) cathodes
- Defect state reduction in gallium oxide (Ga₂O₃) for UV detection

Woodall’s work bridges electrical engineering, materials science, and renewable energy systems, emphasizing scalable solutions for 24/7 energy provision. No specific scientific awards or grants are documented in the provided information.