Jazer Jose TOGONON

Multiscale characterization of positive electrodes for metal-ion batteries: from ex situ to operando study

I embarked on my academic journey at the University of the Philippines, where I earned a BSc in Chemical Engineering. My interest in energy technologies led me to pursue an MSc in Energy Engineering at the same university, where I began researching electrochemical energy storage with a focus on biodegradable primary batteries. This experience ignited my fascination with electrochemical energy storage technologies.

Seeking to expand my knowledge, I became a visiting research student at the University of California Merced, where I worked on electrocatalysts for oxygen reduction reactions in fuel cell applications. This period significantly enhanced my experience with advanced electrochemical methods
.My international research journey continued at Academia Sinica in Taiwan through the Taiwan International Graduate Program – International Internship Program (TIGP-IIP), where I focused on the fabrication and electrochemical characterization of lithium-ion batteries. This provided me with a solid foundation in battery technology. I then continued as a Graduate Research Assistant, exploring the electrochemical characterization of organic materials for various energy storage devices, including redox flow batteries and supercapacitors
.These experiences culminated in my successful application to the DESTINY PhD Programme, a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions COFUND PhD programme, where I am based at the Synchrotron SOLEIL and the Institute of Condensed Matter Chemistry of Bordeaux (ICMCB) at the University of Bordeaux. My research focuses on the multiscale characterization of positive electrodes for metal-ion batteries, primarily using advanced synchrotron-based characterization techniques (Topic 8)
.DESTINY has become a crucial avenue for me as I progress with my research career. It provides holistic training and collaborative opportunities. I am excited to be part of this innovative program and I am confident that it will drive significant advancements in my field