Dr. Evan Zhao

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Evan Zhao is an Assistant Professor at Radboud University, specializing in the development and application of operando nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) methods. His research is particularly focused on studying electrochemistry, with a keen interest in grid-scale energy storage and chemical conversion processes that have overarching implications for mitigating climate change. Under his leadership, the NMReChem group explores critical areas such as redox flow batteries, electrochemical CO2 reduction, and ammonia synthesis. With a strong academic background and a proactive approach to research, Evan Zhao has been recognized with multiple awards, including the NWO Open Competition Science-M in 2022 and the STFC Experimental Design Award in 2020.

Research Interests

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Electrochemistry Energy Storage Chemical Conversion Climate Change Mitigation

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Radboud University • Nijmegen, Netherlands

Assist in developing and applying advanced nuclear magnetic resonance techniques in research.

Awards

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NWO Open Competition Science-M

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STFC Experimental Design Award

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STFC Futures Early Career Award

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Manifest Researcher Exchange Award

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Graduate School Fellow

Requirements for Radboud 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:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:5
Reading
Required:4.5
Writing
Required:4.5
Speaking
Required:4.5
Total
Required:100
PTE
Listening
Required:61
Reading
Required:61
Writing
Required:61
Speaking
Required:61
Overall
Required:67
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in relevant field (Linguistics, Communication, or related) Bachelor's thesis grade of at least 8.0/10 (US 3.5+ equivalent)
Application Checklist
  • Passport or ID
  • Official Bachelor's degree certificate (or proof of graduation)
  • Academic transcript of records
  • Description of grading scale
  • Personal statement/Motivation letter
  • CV/Resume
  • Course list/Course descriptions
  • Research proposal or Bachelor thesis
Specialization Notes

Applies to Research Master's in Linguistics and Communication Sciences (Centre for Language Studies/Department of Language and Communication).