معرفی
Dr Zhenjiang Yu is a Marie Curie Fellow at the Department of Chemistry, Lancaster University, UK. His research focuses on advancing energy storage technologies through innovative materials science approaches and advanced imaging techniques.
- Affiliation: Department of Chemistry, Lancaster University
- Academic Rank: Research Fellow
Dr Yu's research addresses critical challenges in battery technology, particularly in improving the stability and performance of alkali metal anodes. His work employs synchrotron X-ray computed tomography and electrolyte design to understand and mitigate failure mechanisms in solid-state and sodium-oxygen battery systems. Key areas include:
- Interfacial chemistry in metal anodes
- Electro-Chemo-Mechanical degradation analysis
- Advanced imaging for battery characterization
- Electrolyte engineering for energy storage
His recent publications highlight the application of synchrotron tomography to visualize sodium metal anode failures and phosphorus-based electrolyte innovations for potassium anode stabilization. These studies reflect his expertise in combining multi-modal characterization with materials design for next-generation batteries.
- Scientific Recognition: Marie Curie Fellowship
Dr Yu actively contributes to collaborative research projects, as evidenced by co-authorships with international teams in Advanced Functional Materials, ACS Energy Letters, and Chemical Science. His work is supported by grants such as the £173k Marie Curie Research Fund award for battery innovation.
