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Overview
The global transition to net-zero carbon emissions necessitates efficient energy storage systems to overcome the inherent intermittency of renewable energy sources like wind and solar. Redox flow batteries are an emerging technology well suited to grid-scale energy storage owing to their distinct features of decoupled energy and power, long discharge duration at rated power, and inherently safe operation.
However, the widespread adoption of traditional vanadium flow batteries is hindered by the high cost and constrained supply chain of vanadium. Organic and organometallic materials have recently gained significant interest as cost-effective and sustainable alternatives for next-generation flow batteries. These materials offer structural tunability, high element abundance, and minimal environmental impact. Find out more with Design and Synthesis of Redox-active Molecules for Flow Battery Energy Storage (Internship) project from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) .
Recommended Student Background
- Organic chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
The selected intern will:
- Conduct organic synthesis and structural characterization of redox-active molecules (Schlenk line operation, NMR, UV-Vis, MS)
- Perform electrochemical tests (cyclic voltammetry, rotating disk electrode voltammetry)
- Collaborate within the group to evaluate the materials in redox flow batteries.
- Through the internship, the candidate will gain hands-on experience in chemistry and electrochemistry, develop independent research skills, and enhance critical thinking for innovative problem-solving. Regular discussions will be arranged with the PI and one final written report is required.
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Duration
- Part-time
- 3 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
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- Application deadline: all year around
Language
English
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Thuwal, Saudi Arabia
Disciplines
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Academic requirements
GPA 3.5
English requirements
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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General requirements
- Undergraduate students in 3rd year or above and master’s students.
- Minimum GPA: 3.5/4
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of purpose
- Contact details of 3 referees
- Official English language test score
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Additional Details
- This is a fully-funded internship; it includes tuition, airfare, housing, medical insurance, visa reimbursement and a monthly stipend of $1,000.
Living costs
Thuwal
Saudi Arabia
2270 - 3445 SAR / month
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