Dr. Maziar Ashuri, Illinois Institute of Technology, United States
Dr. Maziar Ashuri is a distinguished materials scientist specializing in advanced materials and energy storage/conversion systems. He has expertise in developing and optimizing lithium-ion and metal-ion batteries, with applications spanning electric vehicles, renewable energy, and industrial systems.
Education:
Dr. Maziar Ashuri is a distinguished researcher and academic with extensive expertise in materials science and engineering. He earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Materials Science and Engineering from the Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, Illinois, USA, between August 2013 and May 2019. During his doctoral studies, he focused on synthesizing high-performance silicon anodes and surface-modified NMC cathodes for lithium-ion batteries, contributing significantly to advancements in energy storage technologies. Prior to his Ph.D., Dr. Ashuri completed a Master of Science (M.S.) in Biomedical Engineering with a specialization in Biomaterials at Amirkabir University of Technology in Tehran, Iran, from September 2009 to June 2011. His master’s research involved evaluating the mechanical and biological properties of hydroxyapatite and sol-gel-derived bioactive glass particle composites. Dr. Ashuri began his academic journey with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Metallurgical Engineering, specializing in Extractive Metallurgy, from the University of Tehran, Iran, between September 2003 and September 2008. His undergraduate research focused on preparing aluminum-zircon composites using the powder metallurgy method. Dr. Ashuri’s robust academic foundation and diverse research experiences position him as a leader in his field, particularly in the development of advanced materials for energy and biomedical applications.
Professional Profiles:
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Professional Experience:
Dr. Ashuri has extensive professional experience, currently serving as an EV Battery System R&D Senior Engineer at Hyundai America Technical Center, Inc. He focuses on EV charging interoperability, material evaluations for battery packs, and feasibility analyses of new battery system technologies. His previous roles include contributing to cutting-edge research in materials science, energy technologies, and battery systems, underscored by a strong publication record. Dr. Ashuri is proficient in analytical techniques such as SEM, XRD, TGA, DSC, CV, and EIS, applying these methods to enhance energy storage and material performance. His research interests include next-generation battery materials, energy storage optimization, and sustainable solutions.
Research Interests:
Dr. Maziar Ashuri’s research interests are centered on the development and optimization of advanced materials for energy storage applications, particularly in the realm of lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries. His work encompasses the design and synthesis of innovative silicon/carbon hybrid structures, including carbon-coated hollow silicon nanospheres and silicon microreactors, engineered to enhance anode performance. He is also deeply involved in advancing cathode materials, with extensive studies on nanoscale lithium cobalt oxide (LCO) and lithium nickel manganese cobalt oxide (NMC), employing surface modification techniques like phosphoric acid treatment, alumina coating, and graphene wrapping to improve their electrochemical properties. Furthermore, Dr. Ashuri has explored novel sulfur/carbon composites with specialized coatings for lithium/sulfur batteries and introduced transition metal-free cathode materials, such as lithium boron nitride and sodium boron nitride. His interests extend to the development of red phosphorus/carbon composites with engineered voids as promising anode materials for sodium-ion batteries. Through a combination of advanced electrochemical methodologies and comprehensive structural analyses, Dr. Ashuri aims to elucidate the kinetic, thermodynamic, and failure mechanisms of battery materials, ultimately contributing to the advancement of energy storage technologies.
Awards and Achievements:
Safety Improvement of the Year – Advanced Materials Technology (AMT) Division, Caterpillar Inc., Dec. 2022
MMAE Outstanding Teaching Assistant Award, Apr. 2019
Publons™ Peer Review Award, Sep. 2018
Carl Samans Scholarship, Apr. 2018
MMAE Student Research Poster Competition – 2nd Place (PhD Category), Mar. 2017
MMAE Student Research Poster Competition – 2nd Place (PhD Category), Apr. 2014
Graduate Dean Scholarship, Illinois Institute of Technology, Aug. 2013
Seward, Ratcliffe, and Galloway Foundation Fellowship, Iowa State University, Aug. 2012
Publications:
On the Electrochemical Properties of Carbon-Coated NaCrO₂ for Na-Ion Batteries
Shi, Z., Wang, Z., Shaw, L.L., Ashuri, M.
Batteries, 2023, 9(9), 433
Citations: 0
Silicon Oxides for Li-Ion Battery Anode Applications: Toward Long-Term Cycling Stability
Ashuri, M., He, Q., Shaw, L.L.
Journal of Power Sources, 2023, 559, 232660
Citations: 37
Silicon Microreactor as a Fast Charge, Long Cycle Life Anode with High Initial Coulombic Efficiency Synthesized via a Scalable Method
He, Q., Ashuri, M., Liu, Y., Liu, B., Shaw, L.L.
ACS Applied Energy Materials, 2021, 4(5), pp. 4744–4757
Citations: 15
Rational Design of Titanium Oxide-Coated Dual Core–Shell Sulfur Nanocomposite Cathode for Highly Stable Lithium–Sulfur Batteries
Dunya, H., Ashuri, M., Yue, Z., Segre, C.U., Mandal, B.K.
Journal of Physics and Chemistry of Solids, 2021, 149, 109791
Citations: 17
Investigation Towards Scalable Processing of Silicon/Graphite Nanocomposite Anodes with Good Cycle Stability and Specific Capacity
Ashuri, M., He, Q., Liu, Y., Shaw, L.L.
Nano Materials Science, 2020, 2(4), pp. 297–308
Citations: 13
Improving Cycle Stability of Si Anode Through Partially Carbonized Polydopamine Coating
Ashuri, M., He, Q., Shaw, L.L.
Journal of Electroanalytical Chemistry, 2020, 876, 114738
Citations: 22
Synthesis of a Very High Specific Surface Area Active Carbon and Its Electrical Double-Layer Capacitor Properties in Organic Electrolytes
Yue, Z., Dunya, H., Ashuri, M., Segre, C.U., Mandal, B.K.
ChemEngineering, 2020, 4(3), pp. 1–15, 43
Citations: 41
MnO₂-Coated Dual Core–Shell Spindle-Like Nanorods for Improved Capacity Retention of Lithium–Sulfur Batteries
Dunya, H., Ashuri, M., Alramahi, D., Segre, C.U., Mandal, B.K.
ChemEngineering, 2020, 4(2), pp. 1–11, 42
Citations: 11
A New Graphitic Carbon Nitride-Coated Dual Core–Shell Sulfur Cathode for Highly Stable Lithium–Sulfur Cells
Dunya, H., Yue, Z., Ashuri, M., Segre, C.U., Mandal, B.K.
Materials Chemistry and Physics, 2020, 246, 122842
Citations: 15
Enhancement in Electrochemical Performance of Lithium–Sulfur Cells Through Sulfur Encapsulation in Hollow Carbon Nanospheres Coated with Ultra-Thin Aluminum Fluoride Layer
Ashuri, M., Dunya, H., Yue, Z., Segre, C.U., Mandal, B.K.
ChemistrySelect, 2019, 4(43), pp. 12622–12629
Citations: 12
Conclusion:
Dr. Maziar Ashuri possesses the academic credentials, research achievements, and professional recognition that make him a strong contender for the Research for Best Review Article Award. His history of excellence in peer review and interdisciplinary research aligns well with the award’s criteria. To solidify his case, emphasizing his specific contributions to review literature and highlighting the impact of his work could further enhance his suitability.