Niya Sa

Niya Sa is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Massachusetts Boston, specializing in electrochemistry and energy storage materials. She directs the FESEM Core Facility and has been recognized with prestigious awards including the NSF CAREER Award and University of Massachusetts' Early Career Research Excellence Award.

• Education: Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry (Electroanalytical) from Indiana University Bloomington
• B.S. in Chemistry from Lanzhou University

Her research focuses on probing electrochemical interfaces for energy materials and developing novel electrolytes for next-generation rechargeable batteries, particularly targeting lithium and magnesium ion systems. Key areas include understanding degradation mechanisms, solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) evolution, and optimizing battery performance for electric vehicles (EVs).

Recent publications highlight advancements in divalent metal-ion batteries, electrolyte formulation, and silicon anode stability. Her work bridges fundamental ion transport phenomena with practical energy storage challenges, contributing to sustainable solutions for EV adoption and battery technology.

• Scientific Awards: NSF CAREER Award
• Endowed Faculty Career Development Award
• Joseph P. Healey Award
• Early Career Research Excellence Award

As a former postdoctoral researcher at Argonne National Lab's Electrochemical Energy Storage Division, she expanded her expertise in battery materials. Her lab's research has significant implications for reducing reliance on imported oil through improved energy storage systems.