Rechargeable Li-sulfur/ Na-sulfur/ Zn-sulfur batteries
Rechargeable Metal ion batteries (Li-ion/Na-ion/Zn-ion)
Electrolytes for high voltage and all weather applications
Miniaturize and flexible energy storage devices
Supercapacitors and metal-ion capaciotrs
Electrocatalysts for HER/OER/ORR applications
Rechargeable lithium–sulfur (Li–S) batteries offer a promising next-generation energy storage solution, with the potential to deliver 2–3 times higher energy density compared to current state-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries. Despite this advantage, challenges such as polysulfide shuttling and inefficient sulfur redox conversion hinder their practical deployment. Our research focuses on developing advanced sulfur hosts, interlayers, and electrocatalysts to overcome these performance-limiting issues and enable stable, high-performance Li–S batteries.
In parallel, we are also extending our efforts toward sodium–sulfur (Na–S) batteries, leveraging similar strategies to address the unique challenges of this alternative and cost-effective battery chemistry.
Aqueous zinc-ion batteries are emerging as a game-changing technology for large-scale grid energy storage due to their inherent safety, low cost, and environmental friendliness. Our research focuses on identifying and engineering advanced cathode materials capable of reversibly hosting zinc ions with high capacity and stability. In addition, we are developing electrolyte additives designed to suppress zinc dendrite growth and enhance anode stability during cycling.
Looking ahead, we are also working on the design and fabrication of flexible and miniaturized zinc-ion batteries to meet the growing demand for portable and wearable energy storage systems.
Laser-induced graphene (LIG) offers a versatile, scalable, and mask-free fabrication route for developing flexible and miniaturized energy storage systems. By direct laser scribing of polyimide substrates, highly conductive and porous graphene networks are formed, serving as efficient current collectors and active materials for various electrochemical devices. We are actively exploring the laser-induced graphene (LIG) platform as a versatile scaffold for a broad range of energy storage technologies. Our research spans multiple applications, including metal-ion batteries, metal–sulfur battery chemistries, and high-performance supercapacitors. By leveraging the tunability of laser processing, we aim to develop integrated, scalable, and efficient devices tailored for emerging needs in wearable electronics, IoT systems.
Biomass-derived carbon offers a sustainable and cost-effective approach for developing high-performance electrode materials. Utilizing naturally abundant precursors, we engineer porous carbon structures with tunable surface chemistry and conductivity.
Our research focuses on task specific modification of biomasss and their applications in energy storage such as anode for Na/Li-ion batteries and as capacitive electrodes in supercapacitors and metal ion capacitors
We are developing high-performance supercapacitors capable of reliable operation under a wide range of environmental conditions. By engineering robust electrode materials and optimizing electrolytes, our goal is to ensure stable electrochemical performance in extreme temperatures.