DrAsif Mahmood

Visiting Fellow

School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

  • Visiting Fellow
    School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

BIO

Dr. Asif Mahmood is a Chancellor's Research Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) and a leading researcher in the field of energy storage and materials science. With a robust academic and research background, Dr. Mahmood has been recognized among the top 2% of highly cited researchers worldwide for three consecutive years. His groundbreaking work focuses on the development of next-generation battery technologies, particularly lithium and sodium ion batteries, aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting a carbon-neutral future.


Dr. Mahmood's research contributions are reflected in his impressive citation count, surpassing 10,000, and his H-index of 45. He has secured significant funding, including an ARC Discovery Project and an ARC Linkage Project, to advance the field of solid-state and silicon-based anode materials for renewable energy applications. As an editorial board member and guest editor for several reputable journals, Dr. Mahmood actively shapes the discourse in sustainable and green energy research. His dedication to interdisciplinary collaboration extends to environmental, biomedical, and wastewater treatment research, showcasing his commitment to addressing global challenges.


Dr. Mahmood's achievements have been recognized with numerous awards, including the Higher Education Rising Stars Award and the Outstanding Reviewer Award from Elsevier. His publications have frequently featured in prestigious journals, with several being highlighted as highly cited and impactful works. At UTS, he continues to lead innovative research projects, mentor emerging scientists, and contribute to the global scientific community.

UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY SYDNEY APPOINTMENTS

  • Chancellor's Research Fellow
    University of Technology Sydney, Sydney, Australia1 Jul 2022 - present

DEGREES

  • PhD
    Peking University, Beijing, China15 Sep 2012 - 4 Jul 2016
  • MS
    National University of Sciences and Technology, Islamabad, Pakistan15 Sep 2009 - 31 Aug 2011
  • BS
    Government College University, Lahore, Pakistan1 Sep 2005 - 31 Aug 2009

POSTGRADUATE TRAINING

  • Research Fellow
    Southern University of Science and Technology, Academy for Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, Shenzhen, China13 Nov 2016 - 9 Nov 2018
    Postdoctoral FellowshipSupervised by Zhao Y
  • Research Fellow
    University of Sydney, School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Sydney, Australia19 Mar 2019 - 31 Dec 2020
    Postdoctoral FellowshipSupervised by Chen Y
  • Research Affiliate
    University of Sydney, School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Sydney, Australia4 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021
    Supervised by Chen Y
  • Research Officer
    University of Sydney, School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering, Sydney, Australia1 Jul 2021 - 30 Jun 2022
    Supervised by Chen Y

UN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS

  • 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
  • 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
  • 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • 17 Partnerships for the Goals

PROFILE TYPE

  • Academic

AVAILABILITY

  • Masters Research or PhD student supervision
  • Collaborative projects
  • Industry Projects
  • Membership of an advisory committee
  • Technical support
  • Mentoring (long-term)