Research of the Electrochemistry Group is largely focused on the development of functional electrode materials made up of nanostructured building blocks that combine the desired performance and safety for electrochemical energy storage. Particularly, engineering of carbon, metal oxide and hybrid nanostructures. Engineering of these electroactive materials across multiple length scales, tailoring of the interfaces and electronic properties on a “molecular” scale enabled their scalable synthesis and efficient energy storage. Another key objective of his research is the development of advanced energy storage devices combining several advantages (such as high capacity, power density and long cycle-life) through developing new electrochemistries. Electrochemistry group is also engaged in the investigation of surface chemistry and interfacial properties of battery components through spectroscopic and microscopic techniques.