Poonam Yadav

Dr. Poonam Yadav is a researcher at the Max Planck Institute for Sustainable Materials, affiliated with the Department of Microstructure Physics and Alloy Design. Her research focuses on advanced battery technologies, particularly alkali-ion and metal batteries, emphasizing electrode design, degradation mechanisms, and atom probe tomography. Her work bridges material science and electrochemistry, targeting sustainable energy storage solutions.

Her research interests span electrode characterization, solid-state battery substrates, and catalytic interfaces for enhanced energy density and stability. She has contributed significantly to understanding sodium-ion and lithium-metal battery performance through advanced analytical techniques such as cryogenic APT specimens and nanomaterial synthesis.

Recent publications highlight innovations in sodium-ion battery cathodes, photocatalytic CO₂ reduction, and sustainable electrode materials derived from agro-waste. Her work emphasizes practical applications, including commercialization pathways for next-generation batteries and eco-friendly synthesis methods.

Dr. Yadav collaborates on projects involving nanotube synthesis, composite materials, and field emission technologies, reflecting her interdisciplinary approach to energy storage challenges. Her research also addresses challenges in lithium/sodium metal anodes, aiming to improve battery lifecycle and safety.