Seminar Date: Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM PT
Location: 67-3111 & Zoom
Talk Title: Advanced Polymer Dielectrics for Next-Generation Energy Storage Capacitors
Zoom recording (available for 30 days)
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Abstract:
The discovery of heat-resistant dielectric polymers capable of sustaining high electric fields at elevated temperatures is essential for advancing electrification technologies. Yet, achieving both thermal stability and strong electrical insulation remains a fundamental challenge due to their inverse relationship. Building on my prior research in this field, including recent works in Nature Energy, Joule, Advanced Materials, and Energy & Environmental Science, we have identified the limitations of traditional intuition-driven polymer design. To overcome these barriers, our recent efforts focus on a digital-twin–enabled generative AI framework that accelerates the discovery of high-performance polymers for energy storage. This hierarchical system integrates generative molecular design, sustainability-aware screening, high-throughput physics simulations, multimodal machine learning, and experimental validation, enabling rapid, chemically sound, and industry-relevant material innovation.
Bio:
I’m working on AI-driven polymer design and nanocomposite fabrication techs. My research focuses on developing advanced dielectrics and ferroelectrics for next-gen energy storage capacitors to power modern electronics more efficiently.
