1. Solid Oxide Electrochemical Cells (SOCs)
We explore advanced Solid Oxide Electrochemical Cells (SOCs) for efficient energy conversion, sustainable fuel production, and long-term durability.
SOFCs / SOECs
Reversible electrochemical systems for power generation and hydrogen production.
PCFCs / PCECs
Proton-conducting ceramic cells for efficient power generation and electrolysis at intermediate temperatures.
Value-Added Fuel Production
Electrochemical production of valuable fuels and chemicals, including H₂, NH₃, C₂H₄, and syngas.
Defect Control
Tailoring dopants and defect chemistry to optimize ionic transport and electrochemical activity.
Degradation Mechanisms
Understanding intrinsic and extrinsic degradation that limits long-term cell performance.
Recovery & Tolerance
Developing strategies for performance recovery and enhanced tolerance against degradation and contaminants.
2. Interface Engineering
Interface engineering plays a crucial role in enhancing the activity, stability, and durability of energy conversion devices. We tailor electrode surfaces and interfaces through various modification strategies to optimize electrochemical reactions and transport properties.
Electro(chemical) Deposition
Controlled deposition of metal nanoparticles and functional oxides to enhance surface activity and catalytic performance.
Precursor-Based Infiltration
Introducing functional materials into porous electrodes to tailor surface chemistry and electrochemical activity.
A-Site Segregation & Metal Exsolution
Controlling surface segregation and in-situ nanoparticle exsolution to understand and optimize surface reactivity and stability.
Sintering Aids
Engineering microstructure and interfaces through sintering additives to improve densification, interfacial contact, and material performance.
3. Electrochemical Characterization
We employ advanced electrochemical techniques to understand transport properties, reaction kinetics, and cell performance in solid oxide electrochemical systems.
Electrical Conductivity Relaxation (ECR)
Evaluating oxygen surface exchange and bulk diffusion kinetics through conductivity relaxation behavior.
Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS)
Analyzing electrochemical resistance and reaction processes over a wide frequency range.
Distribution of Relaxation Times (DRT)
Deconvoluting impedance spectra to identify and distinguish individual electrochemical processes.
Current–Voltage (I–V) Characteristics
Evaluating overall cell performance and power output through current–voltage behavior.