Dr. Chaochen Xu

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Chaochen Xu is a Research Associate at the University of Western Australia, specializing in electrochemical systems and small-molecule conversion. His research focuses on developing high-performance flow electrolysis systems to convert carbon dioxide into carbon monoxide and value-added C₂ products, contributing to sustainable carbon utilization. Current projects include the Electrochemical Reduction of CO2 to CO to produce feedstocks for biomanufacturing under an ARC Linkage Project led by UWA and Woodside Energy FutureLab. Chaochen has solid expertise in developing structured catalysts for high-performance CO2 conversion and enhancing membrane electrode assembly (MEA) for improved efficiency. He has also been involved in the design, diagnostics, and development of electrolyzers, along with optimizing various electrochemical systems. Prior to his current position, he held postdoctoral fellowships at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology and the Australian National University from 2020 to 2023. His work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in education and chemical engineering.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Associate

— Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, Australia

Specializing in electrochemical systems and small-molecule conversion.

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology •

Postdoctoral Fellow

— Present

Australian National University •

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.