Event Type:
MSE Grad Presentation
Date:
Talk Title:
Development of Novel Electrode and Electrolyte Materials for Proton-Conducting Solid Oxide Cells
Location:
J. Erskine Love Room 210

Committee
            Prof. Meilin Liu – School of Materials Science and Engineering (advisor)
            Prof. Preet Singh – School of Materials Science and Engineering
            Prof. Hamid Garmestani – School of Materials Science and Engineering 
            Prof. Faisal Alamgir – School of Materials Science and Engineering 
            Prof. Nian Liu – School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering


Abstract

Proton-conducting solid oxide cells (P-SOCs) offer great potential for highly efficient electricity generation and fuel production. However, their widespread application is impeded by insufficient air-electrode activity and durability under practical operating conditions, particularly in H2O- and CO2-rich environments. This dissertation aims to address these challenges through the development of new electrolyte and air-electrode materials. rational design, synthesis, and mechanistic investigation of, and multi-doped proton-conducting electrolytes.