معرفی
Leire Meabe Iturbe is a Senior Researcher at CIC energiGUNE specializing in Electrochemical Energy Storage within the Polymer Electrolytes research line. She holds a PhD in Chemistry from the University of the Basque Country and Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour, completed in 2019 through cotutelle supervision.
Education:
- PhD in Chemistry (2019), University of the Basque Country & Université de Pau et des Pays de l'Adour
- Master in Applied Chemistry and Polymeric Materials (2015), University of the Basque Country
- Degree in Chemistry (2014), University of the Basque Country
Her research centers on Polymer Electrolytes and Solid-state Batteries, with focus areas including Lithium Batteries, Polymeric Materials, and Electrochemistry. She pioneers sustainable approaches like chemical upcycling of plastics while addressing critical challenges in ionic conductivity, thermal stability, and high-voltage operation for next-generation energy storage.
Publication trends reveal intensive work on novel polymer architectures (polycarbonates, polyphosphoesters) and salt systems (sulfonimides, fluorine-free polysalts) to enhance battery safety and performance. Her research bridges fundamental polymer chemistry with practical solid-state battery applications, emphasizing eco-friendly synthesis routes.
Awards:
- FPU fellowship 2014
- Best oral presentation at E-MRS Fall Meeting 2017
- Best oral presentation at Journées GFP Sud-Ouest 2018
She secured the competitive FPU predoctoral scholarship and collaborates internationally with institutions including Yamagata University and Deakin University. Her current work involves patent development (e.g., solid electrolytes with ionic compounds) and advancing the Polymer Electrolytes research line at CIC energiGUNE.
As part of the Advanced Electrolytes and Cell Integration group, she utilizes state-of-the-art facilities for polymer synthesis and battery testing, driving innovation in sustainable energy storage solutions through interdisciplinary teamwork.
