Peyman Asghari-Rad

Peyman Asghari-Rad is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Pennsylvania State University, specializing in advanced materials for extreme environments and energy applications. He joined the university in 2022 after completing his Ph.D. at Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH).

• Education:
  • Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, POSTECH (2022)
  • M.Sc. in Materials Science and Engineering, University of Tehran (2017)
  • B.Sc. in Materials Science and Engineering, Sahand University of Technology (2013)

His research focuses on high-entropy alloy development, high-temperature superplasticity, and molten salt electrochemistry for liquid metal batteries. He employs advanced materials characterization techniques to study phase transformations and electrochemical processes, with an emphasis on sustainability.

Publications highlight his work on oxygen-evolving anodes, corrosion mechanisms, and thermodynamic properties of alloys, bridging energy storage, metallurgy, and environmental sustainability. His expertise spans powder metallurgy, alloy design, and extreme condition materials engineering.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Creative Talent Award (2020)
  • POSCO TJ Park Foundation Scholarship (2017)

Dr. Asghari-Rad is affiliated with the Kim Group laboratory, contributing to projects on decarbonization and next-generation battery technologies.