Principal investigator , NUS EA-02-03

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Cambridge
• Master, University of Cambridge

Intro: I lead and manage the DENG group. I am interested in applying various computational methods to understand and predict properties of materials for energy applications. When I am not doing science, I love travelling and photography.

Postdoctoral Fellow , NUS E4-07-11

Education:

• Ph.D., Wuhan University
• Bachelor, Wuhan University

Intro: My doctoral studies mainly focused on the phonon transport properties and energy conversion efficiency of thermoelectric materials, where accelerated discovery of advanced systems was achieved by combining first-principles calculations and machine learning techniques. Outside of work, I enjoy playing football to stay fit and relieve stress.

Postdoctoral Fellow , NUS E4-07-11

Education:

• Ph.D., Zhejiang University
• Master, University of Birmingham

Intro: My main research interests are the dendrite growth problem in metal-based batteries and the interface design of battery electrolytes, with research tools including phase field simulation and machine learning. In my spare time, I enjoy swimming and traveling.

Postdoctoral Fellow , NUS E4-07-11

Education:

• Ph.D., Wake Forest University (USA)

Intro: My work involves developing and applying computational methods to understand the properties of solid electrolyte materials, with a specific focus on their fundamental properties and how they can be used in all-solid-state batteries. In my leisure time, I enjoy reading, watching movies, and hiking.

PhD Student , NUS E4-07-11

Education:

• Master, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
• Bachelor, Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Intro: My research interest involves applying machine learning methods to analyze materials simulation, thus accelerating materials design. I got both my bachelor’s and master’s degree from UM-SJTU Joint Institute, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, focusing on the fusion of mechanical engineering, materials science, and artificial intelligence. During my free time, I have a passion for travelling and enjoy playing video games. I am also a dog person.

PhD Student , NUS E4-07-11

Education:

• Bachelor, Fudan University

Intro: My research focuses on leveraging computational simulations to explore the applications of polymer-ceramic composites in advancing battery technology. Outside of my academic pursuits, I am an avid enthusiast of Chinese calligraphy, enjoy immersing myself in detective novels and films, and prioritize maintaining a healthy lifestyle through fitness.

PhD Student , NUS E4-07-11

Education:

• Bachelor, IIT (BHU) Varanasi, India

Intro: I studied Chemical Engineering as an undergraduate, where I worked on building Neural Network Potentials (NNPs) for simulating Tungsten Heavy Alloys. I’ve also explored computer vision, adversarial machine learning and soft matter. I'm now interested in using simulations and machine learning to design better battery materials. Outside of research, I enjoy working out, anime, and watching Formula 1.

PhD Student , NUS E4-07-11

Education:

• Master, Georgia Institute of Technology
• Bachelor, Georgia Institute of Technology

Intro: My research interests are regarding the simulation of battery material grain boundaries via machine learning and first-principles calculation. Beyond the scope of my work, I frequent museums and miniature models.

Visiting PhD Student (BIT) , NUS E4-07-11

Education:

• Master, Henan University

Intro: I study thermal transport and ferroelectric properties of functional materials, with an emphasis on nonlinear phonon scattering, strain effects, and anharmonic lattice dynamics. I am also interested in exploring machine learning potentials to accelerate large-scale simulations and enable predictive modeling of complex materials in the future. In my free time, I enjoy photography and traveling.

Research Engineer , NUS E4-07-11

Education:

• Bachelor, King’s College London

Intro: My background is in Physics and I am current a system administrator , managing and maintaining the DENG group’s HPC cluster and other computational resources. I enjoy martial arts, currently training Jiu-Jitsu and Judo.

Master Student

Education:

• Bachelor, Central South University, China

Intro: During my undergraduate years, I conducted experiments on Fe-based materials for supercapacitors and tested their electro-adsorption performance using devices such as the CHI660E. In my leisure time, I enjoy traveling, watching movies, and playing video games.

Master Student

Education:

• Bachelor, Anhui University, China

Intro: During my undergraduate studies, I mainly focused on researching the anode and cathode materials as well as the electrolyte of lithium-ion batteries, and carried out material modification to optimize battery performance.

Master Student

Education:

• Bachelor, Sichuan University, China

Intro: My research focuses on the thermal effects heat shock–induced dendrite morphology evolution in Li metal batteries. In my spare time, I like running, swimming, playing badminton, reading and watching movies.

Master Student

Education:

• Bachelor, University of Electronic Science and Technology of China, China

Intro: My undergraduate research focused on new energy materials and devices, specializing in batteries and capacitors. Complementing this, I pursued a parallel bachelor's degree in Data Science. Beyond academics, I enjoy exploring local cuisines during travels and playing business simulation game.