Professor Dr. Elena Baranova

Biography

Elena Baranova is a Full Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at Concordia University. With extensive academic training, she holds Ph.D. degrees in Electrochemical Engineering from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne and Physical Chemistry from the Ukrainian State University of Chemical Engineering. Prior to joining Concordia, she served as a tenure-track Assistant Professor at the University of Ottawa, where she has also held the position of co-Director of the Nexus Quantum Technologies Institute. Dr. Baranova's research expertise lies in electrochemical engineering, with a focus on electrocatalysis, energy conversion, and storage. Her pioneering work includes advances in nanostructured catalysts for environmental applications, including CO₂ transformation. She has authored 145 publications in leading journals and has participated in various international academic endeavors. As an Executive Editor of the Journal of Chemical Technology and Biotechnology, she contributes significantly to the field of electrochemistry. Her recent projects include the development of sustainable energy solutions through electrochemical processes and battery technology, collaborating with national research entities.

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