PhD Student specialized in Carbon Nanofluidics for Energy Storage Applications

Carbon Nanofluidics is young discipline that grows rapidly these days. It studies unique nanoscale phenomena of molecular mass transport under sub-10-nanometer channels. In this project we will focus on fundamental nanoscience based on carbon nanomaterials for energy storage applications such as batteries, fuel cells and seawater desalination/treatment. By employing chemistry and multiscale nano-micro-manufacturing techniques, we will make functional devices with nano carbon materials and use this platform to explore the unique nanoscale transport phenomena. Obtained knowledge from the fundamental study will be employed again to design and fabricate novel compartments for lithium batteries. Research for other applications based on common platforms will enable multiple projects during the Ph.D. period in a highly collaborative environment of the laboratory of Nanoscience for Energy Technology & Sustainability.

Examples of detailed task include: Carbon Nanomaterial Synthesis (carbon nanotube and graphene) & Characterization Nanofluidic device design; multiscale nano-micro-manufacturing with nanomaterials; and experimental investigations of nanoscale transport and electrochemical phenomena Publish the acquired knowledge.

Students having Master or Diploma degree, or students who satisfy the requirement pursuing a Ph.D. study in ETH Zurich. Highly self-motivated candidates with enthusiasm in nanoscience and energy & environment are welcomed. Background knowledge in chemistry, chemical engineering and mechanical engineering, or multiple of them, is a definite bonus. As an ETH custom, PhD degree of Science and Engineering will be given without specific discipline or department.