Ralph E. White

Ralph E. White is Westinghouse Distinguished Scientist and Professor of Chemical Engineering at the University of South Carolina's College of Engineering and Computing. Previously department chair and dean, he holds PhD/MS degrees from UC Berkeley and maintains extensive industry consultation experience.

Education:

• PhD in Chemical Engineering, University of California-Berkeley
• MS in Chemical Engineering, University of California-Berkeley
• BS in Engineering, University of South Carolina

Research develops mathematical models for electrochemical systems including lithium-ion batteries, fuel cells, and corrosion processes. Current projects focus on thermal runaway prediction, battery management algorithms, and energy storage optimization using advanced computational methods.

Honored with major awards from Electrochemical Society (de Nora, Palladium, Linford) and AIChE. Manages the Center for Electrochemical Engineering and advises doctoral candidates in energy storage research.