Ali Jamal

Focused on addressing fundamental, application-driven issues related to producing stable, high-performance Sb/HC (hard carbon) anodes for sodium-ion batteries

• Led role in electrode optimization for high-performance, structured, high-capacity anodes. Optimized scale-up and roll-to-roll processes.
• Developed and identified composite material via a feasible, cost-effective method that offers higher energy density, longer cycle life, and low cost compared to conventional Li-ion battery anode materials.
• Investigated the influence of various binders on electrode composition and subsequent performance of Sb/HC anodes, elucidating critical factors governing electrode behavior and providing essential scientific insights for the optimization of battery performance and stability.
• Played a pivotal role in the development of Sb/HC anode material during tenure as a researcher with TIAMAT, contributing to its potential integration into the industrial use of sodium-ion batteries, demonstrating a track record of innovation and practical application in battery technology.
• Actively involved in the weekly presentations of the findings to industry peers of TIAMAT, ensuring cross-functional collaboration and fostering a dynamic exchange of ideas and insights aimed at advancing sodium-ion battery technology.

Led research efforts aimed at comprehensively understanding the aging mechanisms in lithium-ion batteries with LiNi0.5Mn1.5O4 (LNMO) cathodes, focusing on optimizing non-aqueous electrolyte solutions to enhance interfacial properties and extend battery lifetime.

• Provided an optimized non-aqueous electrolyte solution to improve interfacial properties and, therefore, the lifetime of LNMO-based cells, utilizing expertise in electrolyte formulation and characterization to enhance battery performance and longevity.
• Operated mass balances, slurry mixers, blade coaters, micrometers, die punches, glove boxes, and vacuum sealers to produce lithium-ion battery pouch cells, ensuring precise control over manufacturing processes and materials to achieve consistent and high-quality battery assemblies.
• Developed carbonate-based electrolytes using various additives, leveraging knowledge of electrolyte chemistry and material compatibility to enhance battery stability and electrochemical performance.
• Characterized electrolyte properties, including solid-electrolyte interface (SEI) layer formation and cathode-electrolyte interface (CEI) layer formation, employing advanced analytical techniques to elucidate the relationship between electrolyte composition and battery performance.
• Assembled batteries with LNMO cathodes and optimized non-aqueous electrolyte solutions, coordinating the process from material preparation to cell assembly to ensure consistency and reproducibility.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams of researchers to integrate findings from materials science, electrochemistry, and battery engineering, fostering a holistic approach to addressing complex energy storage challenges.
• Published an article based on the research findings, contributing to the scientific community's understanding of lithium-ion battery aging mechanisms and the development of strategies to improve battery performance and longevity.
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Conducted extensive research on the synthesis and optimization of carbon-coated LiFePO4 cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries, delving into the complex process and various synthesis methods.

• Synthesized high-quality LiFePO4 powders through the implementation of diverse synthesis techniques, ensuring the production of materials meeting stringent quality standards.
• Explored the interdisciplinary nature of the research, integrating principles from materials science, electrochemistry, and energy storage to optimize cathode material performance.
• Operated battery testing devices such as Gamry instruments and MTI analyzers to evaluate the electrochemical performance of synthesized cathode materials, analyzing data to inform material optimization strategies.
• Worked extensively with advanced carbon materials, including Graphene, to enhance the conductivity and stability of cathode materials, contributing to improved battery performance and longevity.