POWER · Energy Level Engineering of Basal plane of Metal Dichalcogenides (MoSe2 and WSe2) by Doping of Transition-Metals for the Fabrication of Energy storage Devices

Energy Level Engineering of Basal plane of Metal Dichalcogenides (MoSe2 and WSe2) by Doping of Transition-Metals for the Fabrication of Energy storage Devices

The POWER project addresses a critical challenge in the energy sector: designing an effective storage system for clean, renewable energy. As the world transitions away from fossil fuels toward solar and wind, as well as other sustainable sources, there is a growing need for fast and environmentally friendly energy storage systems. The current objective in POWER is to identify and comprehensively address global challenges, thereby meeting the needs of society. This project addresses that need by developing an advanced type of storage device, known as a supercapacitor. Batteries and supercapacitors are essential and promising energy storage devices. While batteries are certainly an attractive option for energy storage, they have limitations, such as a short cycle life and low power density. Moreover, health issues associated with Li-ion batteries limit their practical application, especially in flexible and wearable electronics, which demand energy storage systems that are environmentally friendly, faster, and mechanically robust, while operating over a wide range of temperatures. Unlike conventional batteries, supercapacitors charge quickly and last for a long time. However, their energy storage capacity has traditionally been limited. Therefore, the goal of this project was to increase the energy storage capacity of supercapacitors in terms of energy and power density. Over the period of two years, I have worked on the development of Supercapacitors using new materials that significantly increased energy storage capability while maintaining their long-term operating efficiency. The work was carried out at Maynooth University, with additional research and collaboration with Poland and South Korea. The project is also connected with local climate support groups and industry, ensuring broader social impact. The POWER project directly addressed several of today’s global concerns: (i) Climate Change & Sustainability: Efficient energy storage is essential for making solar and wind power reliable. (ii) Health & Safety: POWER explores safer, greener alternatives to toxic battery materials, making energy storage more eco-friendly and less hazardous. (iii) Energy storage device: Supercapacitors have the potential to revolutionise sectors such as electric vehicles, portable electronics, wearable devices, and even smart power grids. (iii) With international attention on building a low-carbon future, the innovations in this project support the EU’s Energy Storage Roadmap to 2030, the UN Sustainable Development Goals, and the EU Green Deal. The objectives of this Marie Sklodowska Curie Action (MSCA) have been to (a) develop and promote advanced energy storage devices that (b) charge more portable and wearable electronic devices. Furthermore, the outcome of POWER will help develop an innovative next-generation of SC hybrids with Batteries. A parallel goal of the MSCA Individual Fellowship is to promote the development of the individual researcher.

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