The Department of Energy Systems Engineering at USPCAS-E, NUST, recently held a two-day workshop focused on electrochemistry applications in energy storage, electrocatalysis, and corrosion. The event offered students, researchers, and professionals an opportunity to deepen their understanding of both the theoretical and practical aspects at the cutting edge of electrochemical energy technologies.
The workshop opened with remarks from Dr. Adeel Waqas, Principal at USPCAS-E, followed by an address from Dr. Ghulam Ali, Associate Professor and Head of Research, who discussed the fundamentals and advancements in electrochemical energy storage, with a particular emphasis on supercapacitors. Participants then took part in hands-on training sessions involving slurry preparation and device fabrication, culminating in supercapacitor testing with specialized electrochemical workstations.
On the second day, Dr. Mustafa Anwar, Assistant Professor, delivered a comprehensive lecture on fuel cells and electrolyzers, shedding light on their pivotal role in hydrogen production and utilization. Engr. Nisar Ahmed then conducted an in-depth session on Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS), equipping attendees with knowledge essential for analyzing electrochemical systems. Practical sessions guided participants through the use of workstations for water splitting, alongside corrosion testing and analysis.
Throughout the workshop, attendees engaged in experiential learning with modern electrochemical analysis techniques, such as cyclic voltammetry, galvanostatic charge discharge, linear sweep voltammetry, potentiodynamic polarization, and EIS. These exercises were designed to provide hands-on exposure to real-world applications relevant to current energy and materials research.
The event was a collaborative effort led by Dr. Ghulam Ali, Dr. Mustafa Anwar, and Engr. Nisar Ahmed, supported by research associates and postgraduate students from the Advanced Energy Materials & Systems Lab, ensuring a rich educational experience for all participants.
