Meysam Madadi

PhD opportunity at Jiangnan University in biomass-derived carbon materials for rechargeable batteries , starting September 2027 . The project focuses on advanced energy-storage materials and battery chemistries, including sodium-ion , potassium-ion , lithium-ion , and lithium–sulfur systems. Research topics include biomass conversion, porous/hard carbon synthesis, heteroatom doping, interface engineering, electrochemical testing in half- and full-cell systems, and structure–property–performance relationships. The project also welcomes computational directions such as DFT , molecular simulation, and machine learning for materials design. Applicants with backgrounds in chemical engineering , materials science , chemistry , electrochemistry, biomass engineering, or related areas are encouraged to apply. The candidate will conduct experimental and/or computational research, collaborate with international researchers, and aim to publish in high-quality journals. The announcer is Meysam Madadi , Associate Professor at Jiangnan University. Interested applicants should contact him via LinkedIn or email with a CV, academic transcripts, and a brief statement of research interests.

PhD opportunity at Jiangnan University in computational catalysis and catalyst design , starting September 2027 . The project focuses on density functional theory (DFT) , computational chemistry, and the study of catalytic materials for energy-conversion processes. Research topics include heterogeneous catalysis , electrocatalysis , and photocatalysis , with an emphasis on DFT-based catalyst modeling, reaction-mechanism analysis, and mechanistic insight for catalyst optimization. The announcer is Meysam Madadi , Associate professor at Jiangnan University, indicating a faculty-led recruitment opportunity. The post invites a highly motivated PhD candidate to join the research team and collaborate with experimental researchers. Applicants should have experience in DFT calculations, catalyst modeling, and computational chemistry. The post also highlights the expectation to publish in high-impact international journals and present at scientific conferences. To apply, contact the professor directly via LinkedIn or email with a CV, academic transcripts, and a brief statement of research interests. No formal deadline is stated in the post.