NIST Structure and Dynamics of Energy Storage Materials
NIST grant uses neutron scattering to study gas adsorption in energy storage materials like MOFs, aiming to improve material synthesis and performance.
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NRC Research Associateship Programs has archived this opportunity.
Funder: NRC Research Associateship Programs
Due Dates: February 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 | August 1, 2025 | November 1, 2025
Funding Amounts: Stipend approximately $82,764 per year plus $3,000 travel allowance; typical appointment duration 2 years.
Summary: Postdoctoral fellowship at NIST using neutron scattering to study adsorption and dynamics in energy storage materials like metal-organic frameworks to improve synthesis and performance.
Key Information: Open to U.S. citizens with a Ph.D. earned within the last 5 years; requires contacting a NIST Research Adviser prior to application; applications reviewed in February and August cycles.
Description
This fellowship opportunity at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) focuses on advancing the understanding of energy storage materials through neutron scattering techniques. The research aims to elucidate fundamental adsorption properties in materials such as metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), probing interactions of gases including hydrogen, CO2, and methane with host materials. Using neutron diffraction and spectroscopic methods, the project extracts detailed information on atom locations, adsorption sites, local potentials, and nanoscale diffusion mechanisms. The ultimate goal is to leverage these insights to guide synthesis techniques for developing improved energy storage materials, enhancing their chemical and physical performance.
The fellowship is part of the NRC Research Associateship Programs, which provide postdoctoral researchers with opportunities to conduct self-directed research aligned with federal laboratory goals, gain mentorship, and access state-of-the-art facilities.
