Alem Gebrelibanos Hailu
Austin,United States
Summary
Applied Science and Technology professional with a Ph.D. and postdoctoral experience in lithium-ion battery research, focusing on silicon anodes, solid polymer electrolytes, and organic cathode materials. Over 5 years of experience in student-centered teaching, successfully mentoring more than 100 students each semester. Proven ability to translate complex scientific concepts into accessible learning experiences. Committed to advancing knowledge in material science through innovative research and education.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Postdoctoral Researcher
University of Texas at Austin
, USA
10.2023 - Current
- Led research on novel fluoropolymer solid polymer electrolytes for Li-metal batteries
- Designing and synthesis of flexible perfluoropolymer electrolytes.
- Synthesize new organic cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries
- Preparation of Low-cost, single-step hard carbon as anode for sodium-ion battery.
- Collaborated with industry partners to evaluate prototype cells and transition laboratory scale innovations
Professional Development Training
Upwardly Global and Battery Brunch
09.2021 - 10.2022
PhD researcher
National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
, Taiwan
09.2017 - 07.2022
- Designed Silicon anode materials based on surface modification methods and binder material.
- Developed organic materials as alternative anodes for LIB.
- Monitor the progress of lab member research under the Silicon anode group.
Research and Lecturer of Analytical Chemistry
Adigrat University
Adigrat, Ethiopia
02.2015 - 08.2017
- Instructed undergraduate students in Analytical Chemistry, promoting academic rigor.
- Conducted impactful research benefiting university and local community.
- Executed a research project on physico-chemical water analysis.
- Oversaw chemistry department operations as head for two years, achieving excellence.
- Participated in installation and setup of advanced chemistry laboratories.
- Facilitated academic programs at non-profit higher education institution in Tigray region.
- Contributed to enrollment growth exceeding 5,000 students annually since 2011.
Research and Lecturer of Analytical Chemistry
Jigjiga University
Jigjiga, Ethiopia
10.2012 - 01.2015
- Delivered Analytical Chemistry courses to undergraduate students, enhancing academic performance.
- Conducted research projects on physico-chemical soil analysis, contributing to scientific knowledge.
- Participated in installation and setup of chemistry laboratories, ensuring optimal learning environments.
- Served university and community through various research initiatives and outreach programs.
Chemistry high school teacher
Yemane Secondary & preparatory School
, Ethiopia
09.2006 - 09.2009
Education
Ph.D. - Applied Science and Technology (Major Electrochemistry)
National Taiwan University of Science And Technology (NTUST)
Taipei, Taiwan06-2022
M.Sc. - Chemistry (Major Analytical Chemistry)
Haramaya University
Haramaya, Ethiopia07-2012
B.Ed. - Chemistry (Major Chemistry)
Mekelle University
Mekelle, Ethiopia07-2006
Skills
- Teaching
- Laboratory manual preparation
- Electrochemical characterization
- Battery testing
- Pouch cell testing
- Electrode preparation
- Coating techniques
- Glove box operation
- Materials characterization in (SEM, TEM, XRD, In-situ XTM, GC-MS, and FTIR)
- Data analysis
- OriginPro 85
- Casa2326PR1-0
- Research proposal writing
- Scientific writing
- Project management
Accomplishments
- Developed surface modification of Silicon anode and Organic material anodes for lithium metal batteries. Findings were published in high-impact journals.
- Perfluoroalkyl-Ethylene Polymer Electrolyte Development. Finding was published in high impact factor journal.
- Patent: Silicon compound, preparation method thereof and lithium battery. TW Patent TWI802,750 B.
- Best Oral presentation Gold Award on the 2020 International Conference on Green Electrochemical Technologies
Publications
- A Cross-Linked AB-Type Alternating Perfluoroalkyl-Ethylene Oxide Polymer Electrolyte for High-Performance All-Solid-State Lithium-Metal Batteries, A.G. Hailu, L.H. Abraha, Z. Zhao, D. Kim, S. Nanda, H. Khani, Energy Storage Materials, 81, 2025, 104485
- The development of super electrically conductive Si material with a polymer brush acid and emeraldine base and its autoswitch design for high-safety and high-performance lithium-ion battery, A.G. Hailu, A. Ramar, F.-M. Wang, N.-H. Yeh, P.-W. Tiong, C.-C. Hsu, et al., Electrochim. Acta, 429, 2022, 140829
- Tailoring of a reinforcing and artificial self-assembled alkyl sulfonic acid layer electrolyte interphase on silicon as an anode for high-energy-density lithium-ion batteries, A.G. Hailu, A. Ramar, F.M. Wang, N.L. Wu, N.H. Yeh, C.C. Hsu, Y.J. Chang, et al., Electrochim. Acta, 421, 2022, 140489
- Investigations of Intramolecular Hydrogen Bonding Effect of a Polymer Brush Modified Silicon in Lithium-Ion Batteries, A.G. Hailu, A. Ramar, F.M. Wang, N.L. Wu, N.H. Yeh, C.C. Hsu, Y.J. Chang, et al., Adv. Mater. Interfaces, 9, 2022, 2102007
Personal Information
Work Permit: Fully Work Authorized - No Visa Sponsorship Required
Professional Development Affiliations
- Fall 2022 ACS meeting, A.G. Hailu, F.-M. Wang, A. Ramar, Constructing an electronic conductive double-shell structure on silicon nanoparticle by In-situ polymerization for high-energy density lithium-ion battery anodes, Chicago, IL, USA, 08/21/22
- ICGET-TW 2020 Conference, A.G. Hailu, F.-M. Wang, Investigation, and characterization of polymer brush Core-Shell Layer effects on Si anode material and its battery performance, Taichung, Taiwan, 11/28/20
- The 10th ACEPS 2019 Conference, A.G. Hailu, F.-M. Wang, Surface Modification of Silicon Nanoparticles by in-situ polymerization as anode material for lithium-ion batteries, Kaohsiung, Taiwan, 11/27/19
- Nano-material characterization with a (S) TEM, Taipei, NTUST, Taiwan, 12/25/17
- America Chemical Society (ACS), 2021
Timeline
Postdoctoral Researcher
University of Texas at Austin
10.2023 - Current
Professional Development Training
Upwardly Global and Battery Brunch
09.2021 - 10.2022
PhD researcher
National Taiwan University of Science and Technology
09.2017 - 07.2022
Research and Lecturer of Analytical Chemistry
Adigrat University
02.2015 - 08.2017
Research and Lecturer of Analytical Chemistry
Jigjiga University
10.2012 - 01.2015
Chemistry high school teacher
Yemane Secondary & preparatory School
09.2006 - 09.2009
Ph.D. - Applied Science and Technology (Major Electrochemistry)
National Taiwan University of Science And Technology (NTUST)
M.Sc. - Chemistry (Major Analytical Chemistry)
Haramaya University
B.Ed. - Chemistry (Major Chemistry)
Mekelle University