Research

Banerjee, Progna

Degrees

PhD. University of Ilinois at Urbana-Champaign
M.S. University of Ilinois at Urbana-Champaign
M.Tech Solid State Technology, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur
M.Sc. Physics, Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

Research Interests

We utilize colloidal wet synthetic syntheses to design inorganic nanocrystals in unconventional crystal phases, compositions and morphologies. We are developing the fundamental understanding of the mechanistic pathways responsible for the progressions in these in exchange transformations at the nanoscale. Structural configurations, electrochemical performance and mechanical stabilities found in these nanocrystals are promising for solid inorganic electrolyte design and future deployment in Li & Na-ion batteries to improve safety and enhance sustainability in the battery supply chain.

Thrust IA. Development of new battery chemistries utilizing sustainable elements
IB. Battery fabrication and testing
Thrust II. Integrate automation into synthesis & testing
Thrust III. Chemical recycling of spent solid batteries to counteract supply chain challenges

For past research projects, please view: https://pbanerjeelab.com/research/

Awards

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Selected Publications

https://pbanerjeelab.com/publications/