Dr. Elena Baranova

Professor

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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.

Research Interests

Experience

Full Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

Concordia University • Montreal, Canada

Full Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering, focusing on electrochemical informatics and catalysis.

Assistant Professor

2008-01-01 — 2013-01-01

University of Ottawa • Ottawa, Canada

Tenure-track position in the field of electrochemical engineering.

Associate Professor

2013-01-01 — 2017-01-01

University of Ottawa • Ottawa, Canada

Promoted Associate Professor, continuing research in electrochemical systems and energy storage.

Requirements for Concordia University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in cinematic arts or equivalent proficiency
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Specialization Notes

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