Dr. Adel Elsayed | Applied Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at National Research Center | Egypt

Adel Elsayed’s academic journey began at the University of Al Fayoum, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Physical Chemistry in 2005, graduating with honors. His pursuit of excellence continued with a Master’s degree in Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry from the National Research Center (NRC) and Al-Azhar University, Egypt.

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🎓 Education and Training

Doctorate in Chemistry (2016 – 2019)
At the Institute of Electrochemistry, TU Clausthal, Germany, thesis focused on “Electrochemical synthesis of silicon-based materials for Lithium-ion batteries,” exploring innovative anode development.

Master’s in Inorganic and Analytical Chemistry (2009 – 2013)
At the National Research Center (NRC) and Al-Azhar University, Cairo, Egypt, thesis on nanostructured MnO₂ as a cathode material for Lithium-ion batteries.

Bachelor of Science in Physical Chemistry (2000 – 2005)
From University of Al Fayoum, Egypt, graduated with a “Very Good” note, building strong foundations in chemistry and physics.

🛠️ Work Experience

Researcher (Dec 2022 – Present)
At the National Research Center (NRC), Gizah, Egypt, and Technical University of Braunschweig, Germany, managing battery development and modeling projects under German-Egyptian research funds. Focused on solid-state battery innovations and scalable manufacturing processes.

Test Engineer (May 2022 – Nov 2022)
At FEV-eDLP GmbH, Sandersdorf-Brehna, Germany, conducted endurance and robustness testing of traction batteries for e-mobility, evaluating their performance across varied temperature ranges. Specialized in electrical, thermal, and abuse tests to ensure battery safety and longevity.

Researcher (Jan 2021 – April 2022)
At NRC, Giza, Egypt, supervised projects on solid-state batteries, supported by German-Egyptian Research Funds (GERF), focusing on advanced battery materials.

Postdoctoral Researcher (Aug 2019 – Dec 2020)
At the Institute of Particle Technology and Battery Lab-Factory (BLB), Technical University of Braunschweig, Germany, developed scalable technologies for composite electrodes and electrolyte separators. Specialized in characterization techniques like SEM, XRD, EIS, and Raman spectroscopy.

Ph.D. Research Assistant (2016 – 2019)
At the Institute of Electrochemistry, TU Clausthal, Germany, developed silicon-based anodes for Lithium-ion batteries. Investigated the solid-electrolyte interface (SEI) using electrochemical and spectroscopic methods, contributing to battery performance optimization.

Research Assistant (2015 – 2016)
At the Institute of Inorganic Chemistry, University of Cologne, Germany, researched graphene-based anodes for energy storage systems and DSSC technologies, advancing renewable energy solutions.

🏆 Awards and Honors

DAAD Scholarship (2014): Awarded the German-Egyptian Long-term Research Scholarship (GERLS) for Ph.D. studies in Germany.
NRC Award (2012): Recognized for Best M.Sc. Thesis in Applied Chemistry, highlighting excellence in nanomaterial research.

🧩 Skills and Expertise

Technical Skills:
Proficient in electrochemical testing, battery simulation software, and tools like GITT and EIS for performance analysis.

Research Expertise:
Expertise in solid-state batteries, anode materials, Li-ion diffusion kinetics, and characterization techniques like SEM, FTIR, and XRD.

Personal Capabilities:
Demonstrates logical thinking, problem-solving, team collaboration, and an innovative, patent-oriented approach.

Languages and Software Proficiency:
Fluent in English and German. Proficient in simulation tools like MORPHEE for automotive applications.

🔬 Key Research Projects

Developed scalable composite cathodes for solid-state batteries at Technical University of Braunschweig.

Investigated silicon-based anodes for Lithium-ion batteries at TU Clausthal.

Produced nanostructured MnO₂ for cathodes during M.Sc. research at the National Research Center, Egypt.

Publications Top Noted📝

Towards a scalable production of β-Li₃PS₄-based all-solid-state batteries: Optimizing pressing parameters of the tape-casted solid electrolyte and composite cathode films

Authors: Elsayed, A.; Voges, K.; Michalowski, P.; Kwade, A.

Journal: Journal of Power Sources

Year: 2024

Scalable tape-casting of Lithium thiophosphate (β-Li₃PS₄) solid electrolyte and composite-cathodes for all-solid-state batteries

Authors: Adel Elsayed

Journal: International Battery Production Conference 2020 (Conference Poster)

Year: 2020

MnO₂ Nano-Rods Prepared by Redox Reaction as Cathodes in Lithium Batteries

Authors: Adel Elsayed

Journal: Electrochemical Society Transactions

Year: 2013

MnO₂ Nano-Rods Prepared by Redox Reaction as Cathodes in Lithium Batteries

Authors: Adel Elsayed

Journal: Abstract #677, ECS 222nd Meeting 2012, Honolulu, HI, USA

Year: 2012

Improvement of the electrochemical performance of nanosized α-MnO₂ used as cathode material for Li-batteries by Sn-doping

Authors: Adel Elsayed

Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds

Year: 2011

Dr. Adel Elsayed | Applied Chemistry | Best Researcher Award

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