Editorial Spotlight: Dr. Kent Zheng

Posted on May 6, 2025 by Adrian Plummer

Dr. Kent Zheng

Dr. Kent Zheng, Assistant Professor in the McKetta Department of Chemical Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin, is making significant strides in electrochemical research and editorial leadership. Since joining UT Austin in early 2024, he has been at the forefront of developing sustainable battery technologies, focusing on lithium-free systems utilizing zinc and aluminum, and exploring iron-based materials with water-based electrolytes to promote environmental sustainability.

In addition to his research endeavors, Dr. Zheng serves as an Associate Editor for The Electrochemical Society (ECS) journal ECS Advances, where he contributes to shaping the future of electrochemical science publishing. His editorial insights and vision for the journal were recently highlighted in an interview with the ECS Advances editorial team. (https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1149/2.F05251IF) (more…)

Posted in Batteries, Publications

Tagged Dr. Kent Zheng, ECS Advances, ECS Electrodeposition Division Early Career Award, University of Texas at Austin

Announcing the 2025 Bard CEC Workshop on Electrochemistry

Posted on April 21, 2025 by Shannon Reed

April 28-30, 2025 | University of Texas at Austin

We are pleased to invite you to the 2025 Allen J. Bard Center for Electrochemistry (Bard CEC) Workshop on Electrochemistry, taking place from Monday – Wednesday, April 28-30, 2025, at the University of Texas at Austin. The Electrochemical Society (ECS) is a workshop sponsor.

This premier event brings together leading researchers, industry professionals, and students to explore the latest advancements and applications in electrochemistry. The Bard CEC Workshop has served for over a decade as a dynamic forum for scientific exchange, fostering collaboration and innovation in the fields of electrochemistry, materials science, and engineering.

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Posted in Education, Electrochemistry, Workshops

Tagged 2025 Bard CEC Electrochemistry Workshop, Bard CEC, Electrochemistry Workshop, University of Texas at Austin

ECS Detroit Section Hosts “Lithium Metal Battery Leaders”

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Maggie Hohenadel

Register for April 23 event

The ECS Detroit Section invites you to “Lithium Metal Battery Leaders” with speakers from Factorial, Lyten, SAFT, University of Texas at Austin, and Sepion Technologies, on April 23 at Mercedes-Benz Research & Development North America, Inc.