Welcome to Ozoemena Group
Materials Electrochemistry & Energy Technologies
Under the leadership of Prof. Kenneth Ozoemena, our research aims to deepen the understanding and enhance the application of inorganic materials (i.e., metals, metal oxides, metal phosphates, alloys) and nanocarbon-based materials across a range of technologies. We investigate the relationship between material properties and performance using advanced characterization techniques, with the goal of optimizing materials for specific applications like batteries, supercapacitors, fuel cells, electrolyzers, and electrochemical sensors. A key focus of our work is on sustainability, striving to improve the efficiency of renewable energy technologies through innovative material design and process optimization.
Batteries
Supercapacitors
Fuel Cells
Energy storage
Our energy storage research is driven by the pursuit of fossil-free energy solutions. We have developed advanced manganese-based, high-entropy, and carbon-based nanomaterials that markedly enhance the capacity, life-cycle, and overall efficiency of energy storage systems. These materials are applied across a wide range of technologies, including mobile-ion batteries (lithium-, sodium-, zinc-, and aluminium-ion), metal–air batteries (with a strong focus on rechargeable zinc–air systems), lithium–sulfur batteries, lead–carbon batteries, and hybrid battery–supercapacitor devices. Our work is highly interdisciplinary, combining materials science, electrochemistry, computational chemistry, and machine learning to accelerate innovation and performance optimization.
We innovate with a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and scalability, developing eco-friendly, high-performance materials for energy technologies. By leveraging in-situ characterization and interdisciplinary approaches, we ensure our solutions are both cutting-edge and scalable for industrial use.
Prof. Kenneth Ikechukwu Ozoemena
Group Leader
Our Values
Core Principles
1. Innovation
At the core of our work is a commitment to innovation. We push the frontiers of materials science and electrochemistry by developing novel materials and advancing energy storage technologies. Through creative, forward-looking research, we aim to deliver solutions that address today’s challenges and meet tomorrow’s energy needs.
2. Teamwork
Collaboration is central to our success. Our interdisciplinary team and partners integrate expertise in materials science, electrochemistry, and engineering, working seamlessly toward shared goals. Through open communication and collective problem-solving, we refine, test, and optimize our innovations from multiple perspectives, accelerating progress and delivering meaningful impact.
3. Sustainability
Sustainability guides every aspect of our research. We are dedicated to creating eco-friendly, scalable materials that minimize environmental impact. By prioritizing circular economy principles and energy-efficient processes, we develop technologies that support a cleaner, greener future.
4.Integrity
We uphold high standards of integrity in our research and partnerships, maintaining honesty, transparency, and ethical practice throughout. This ensures our findings are reliable, our collaborations respectful, and our impact both scientifically sound and socially responsible.
5. Excellence
We are driven by a relentless pursuit of excellence. Our team delivers high-quality, cutting-edge research. Through rigorous testing and validation of our materials and methods, we ensure each innovation is reliable, high-performing, and contributes meaningfully to advancing materials science and electrochemistry.
6. Commitment
Our commitment to advancing electrochemistry is unwavering. We invest in long-term research and development to tackle global challenges, while supporting the growth of our team and the broader scientific community. Through this dedication, we aim to create lasting, positive impact across academia, industry, and society.
