Alexandra Kuriganova | Chemistry and Materials Science | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr Alexandra Kuriganova, Platov South-Russian State Polytechnic University, Russia

Prof. Dr. Alexandra Kuriganova is a distinguished researcher in electrochemical nanomaterials, specializing in fuel cells, supercapacitors, and lithium-ion batteries 🔬⚡. She earned her Diplom (2008) and Ph.D. (2011) from South Russian State Technical University, focusing on nanosized Pt/C catalysts for proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFC) 🔥🔋. Her international research collaborations span Germany 🇩🇪, France 🇫🇷, and Russia 🇷🇺, leading to innovative breakthroughs in catalyst development. Currently an Associate Professor and Senior Research Fellow at Platov South Russian State Polytechnic University, she has made significant contributions to nanodispersed metal oxides for energy applications 🌍🔎. Her work in pulse electrolysis and electrochemical dispersion techniques has redefined electrocatalyst synthesis, resulting in numerous high-impact publications 📚. A dedicated scientist and educator, she continues to advance nanotechnology for sustainable energy solutions, collaborating with leading institutions worldwide 🌱💡.

Publication Profile

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Education

Prof. Dr. Alexandra Kuriganova earned a Diplom (2008) in Chemical Technology of High-Molecular Compositions from South Russian State Technical University (Novocherkassk Polytechnic Institute), Novocherkassk. He continued his studies at the same institution, obtaining a Ph.D. (2011) in Technology of Electrochemical Processes and Corrosion Protection. His thesis, titled “Electrochemical Preparation of Nanosized Pt/C Catalysts for Fuel Cells with Proton Exchange Polymer Membrane,” was supervised by Prof. Dr. Nina V. Smirnova. Dr. [Name] has participated in prestigious international research fellowships, including the Institute of Problems of Chemical Physics (2011), TU Dresden (DAAD Scholarship, 2012), the European Synchrotron Radiation Facility (2012), and NUST “MISIS” (2013) . 🌍🔬

Experience

Prof. Dr. Alexandra Kuriganova is a distinguished researcher in electrochemical materials and nanotechnology. She began her academic career as an Assistant Professor at South Russian State Technical University (2008-2013) 🎓, where she conducted research and taught chemical engineering courses. Since 2013, she has been an Associate Professor at Platov South Russian State Polytechnic University 🏛️, leading academic and research initiatives. As a Senior Research Fellow at the Research Institute of Nanotechnologies & Novel Materials (2014-Present) 🧪, she spearheads advancements in nanomaterials for energy storage and catalysis. Her international collaborations include studies on diesel oxidation catalysts 🚗, Li-ion battery anodes 🔋, Pt nanocrystal compressibility 🏗️, and nanoparticle growth 🔬.

Research Interest

Prof. Dr. Alexandra Kuriganova specializes in nanodispersed metal and metal oxide materials for electrochemical applications ⚡🔬, including proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs), supercapacitors, and Li-ion batteries. Her research explores electrochemical oxidation and dispersion for nanoparticle synthesis. Collaborating with top institutions worldwide 🌍, she has worked on Pt/C catalysts for PEMFCs, Pt/γ–Al₂O₃ diesel oxidation catalysts, and SnO₂ nanoparticles for Li-ion batteries. She has partnered with scientists from Russia 🇷🇺, Germany 🇩🇪, France 🇫🇷, and beyond, leading to impactful joint publications 📚. Her work advances energy storage and catalysis, driving innovation in electrochemical technologies. 🚀🔋

Research Focus

Prof. Dr. Alexandra Kuriganova’s research focuses on the synthesis and application of nanodispersed metals and metal oxides for electrochemical energy storage and catalysis ⚡🔋. She has significantly contributed to fuel cell technology by developing high-performance Pt/C catalysts for proton exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) 🚀. Her work in supercapacitors and batteries includes tin oxide-based anodes for Li-ion batteries and electrocatalytic materials for energy storage ⚡🔋. She pioneers pulse electrolysis techniques for synthesizing bimetallic electrocatalysts using electrochemical dispersion 🎯. Additionally, her studies on Pt/γ–Al₂O₃ catalysts for diesel oxidation involve collaborations with global research institutions 🌍. Her interdisciplinary expertise in electrochemistry, nanotechnology, and materials science has led to groundbreaking discoveries and high-impact publications 📚.

Publication Top Notes

1️⃣ New Insights into Controlling the Functional Properties of Tin Oxide-Based Materials 🧪
2️⃣ Theoretical and Technological Fundamentals of Pulse Electrolysis for Electro- & Catalytically Active Materials ⚡
3️⃣ Electrochemistry of Pt and Pd Under Pulse Electrolysis Conditions 🏗️
4️⃣ Pt Catalysts Prepared via Top-down Electrochemical Approach: Synthesis & Support Effects 🔬
5️⃣ Tungsten Oxide Nanopowders: Pulse AC Electrosynthesis & Photocatalytic Performance 💡
6️⃣ Fabrication of Nano-In₂O₃ Phase Junction for Enhanced Photoelectrochemical Performance 🌱
7️⃣ Pulse Electrolysis Technique for Preparation of Bimetal Tin-Containing Electrocatalytic Materials ⚙️
8️⃣ Investigation of Ambient Temperature Influence on PEMFC Characteristics: From Single Cell to Stack 🔋
9️⃣ Electrochemical Dispersion Technique for Sn-Doped Pt Particles as Electrocatalysts 🚀
🔟 Comparison of Bottom-Up & Top-Down Approaches to Pt/C Electrocatalyst Synthesis 🏭