Dr. Hemavathi S | Battery Thermal Sensors | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Hemavathi S, CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute, India

Dr. Hemavathi S is a Senior Scientist at the Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI) – Madras Unit, Chennai, India. She holds a Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences (Energy Science and Technology) from the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, awarded in 2024. She also earned her Master of Engineering in Power System Engineering from Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu, in 2014, and a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Anna University of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, in 2012. With extensive experience in battery modeling, energy storage, and electric vehicle applications, Dr. Hemavathi specializes in the design and development of Battery Management Systems (BMS) and Battery Thermal Management Systems (BTMS), focusing on Li-ion and Redox flow batteries. Her expertise includes battery pack testing, microgrid short-circuit studies, and hybrid energy generation. She has held various roles, including Scientist at CECRI, Assistant Professor at CSIR-AcSIR, Project Associate at Central Power Research Institute, and Electrical Engineer in multiple industries. Her research and contributions significantly impact energy storage and electric vehicle advancements.

Professional Profile:

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Summary of Suitability for Best Researcher Award – Dr. Hemavathi S

Dr. Hemavathi S is a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award, given her outstanding contributions to energy storage systems, battery technologies, and electrochemical research. Her extensive expertise, academic excellence, and impactful research in battery management, energy storage, and electric vehicle technologies position her as a leader in her field.

📚 Academic Profile:

🎓 Ph.D. in Engineering Sciences (Energy Science and Technology) – Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR), Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, 2024.
🎓 M.E. in Power System Engineering – Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu, 2014.
🎓 B.E. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering – Anna University of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, 2012.

💼 Employment & Career:

🔬 Senior Scientist – CSIR-Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CECRI), Madras Unit, Chennai (July 2023 – Present).
🎓 Assistant Professor – Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (CSIR-AcSIR) (Sep 2019 – Present).
🔬 Scientist – CSIR-CECRI, Madras Unit, Chennai (July 2018 – July 2023).
⚡ Project Associate – Central Power Research Institute, Bangalore (Sep 2017 – July 2018).
⚙️ Electrical Engineer – Yashika Industries, Chennai (Feb 2017 – Sep 2017).
⚙️ Electrical Engineer – Santriya Technologies, Chennai (Nov 2015 – Feb 2017).
🎓 Assistant Professor – Karpaga Vinayaga College of Engineering & Technology, Chennai (June 2014 – Nov 2015).

🔬 Area of Expertise:

⚡ Battery modeling and energy storage for EV applications.
🔋 Battery Management System (BMS) for Li-ion & Redox Flow Batteries.
🌡️ Battery Thermal Management Systems (BTMS) using immersion cooling, PCM, and CFD.
🔍 Battery pack testing & compliance with industry standards.
🔌 PV-connected Li-ion Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and microgrid studies.
🚗 Electric Vehicle (EV) and hybrid energy storage systems.

🏆 Achievements, Awards & Honors:

🌟 Recognized contributions in battery technology & energy storage.
🏅 Key role in advanced BMS & BTMS research for sustainable energy solutions.
📜 Published research in high-impact journals & conferences.
🔬 Leading scientist in electrochemical research & EV battery advancements.

Dr. Hemavathi S is a distinguished researcher in battery and energy storage systems, contributing significantly to sustainable power solutions! 🚀

Publication Top Notes:

Synthetic ester-based forced flow immersion cooling technique for fast discharging lithium-ion battery packs

Optimization of Lithium-ion battery thermal performance using dielectric fluid immersion cooling technique

Development and optimization of Si/Zr/C nano-composites

Dr. Yue Wang, University of Science and Technology Liaoning, China

Dr. Yue Wang is an Associate Professor at the School of Chemical Engineering at the University of Science and Technology Liaoning in China. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from the University of Science and Technology Anshan and both his Master’s and Doctorate degrees from the University of Science and Technology Liaoning and Saitama Institute of Technology, Japan, respectively. Since joining the University of Science and Technology Liaoning in 2006, Dr. Wang has focused his research on sensors and biosensors, biofuel cells, supercapacitors, energy harvesting, and artificial muscles. His work has resulted in over 60 published scientific papers, garnering approximately 600 citations, reflecting his significant contributions to the field. Dr. Wang has secured multiple research grants from various institutions, including the Education Department of Liaoning Province and the Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province, to advance his projects on conductive sensors, pesticide sensors, electrochemical biosensors, and wearable smart sensing technologies. Additionally, he completed a visiting scholarship at the University of Texas at Dallas in 2019-2020, further enhancing his academic and research expertise.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Material Science
University of Science and Technology Anshan, China
September 1998 – July 2002

Master’s Degree in Material Science
University of Science and Technology Liaoning, China
September 2003 – March 2006

Ph.D. in Material Science
Saitama Institute of Technology, Japan
April 2008 – March 2011

Publication top Notes:

A carbon black–doped chalcopyrite–based electrochemical sensor for determination of hydrogen peroxide

Glucose oxidase, horseradish peroxidase and phenothiazine dyes-co-adsorbed carbon felt-based amperometric flow-biosensor for glucose

Crab gill–derived nanorod-like carbons as bifunctional electrochemical sensors for detection of hydrogen peroxide and glucose

Cellulose-derived hierarchical porous carbon based electrochemical sensor for simultaneous detection of catechol and hydroquinone

A triphenylamine based fluorescent probe for Zn²⁺ detection and its applicability in live cell imaging

1,8-naphthalimide-triphenylamine-based red-emitting fluorescence probes for the detection of hydrazine in real water samples and applications in bioimaging in vivo