Dr. Joaquín Rodríguez López

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Biography

Joaquín Rodríguez-López completed his undergraduate studies at Tecnológico de Monterrey, where he performed research in electrochemistry under Prof. Marcelo Videa in 2005. He then moved to Texas to obtain his Ph.D. under the guidance of Prof. Allen J. Bard at the University of Texas at Austin in 2010. Following this, he undertook postdoctoral studies with Prof. Hector D. Abruña at Cornell University in 2012. His research centers around electroanalytical chemistry and energy materials, focusing on the development of chemically-sensitive methods to study ionic and electronic reactivity at electrode/electrolyte interfaces and the properties of individual particles and model electrodes. His work encompasses various aspects of energy storage, electrocatalysis, and sensors, as well as environmental electrochemistry. Dr. Rodríguez-López strives to create a dynamic and diverse research environment that fosters creativity and generates innovative concepts in electrochemistry, aiding aspiring scientists in their careers. He has a profound interest in advancing electrochemical energy technologies and the characterization of electrode materials.

Research Interests

Awards

#2024

University Scholar

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Teacher Ranked Excellent by Students

#2023

LAS Dean's Distinguished Professorial Scholar

#2022

Top 40 Power List

#2021

J. Andrew Susan Langan Professorial Scholar

#2021

Zhaowu Tian Prize

#2021

IAspire Leadership Academy Fellow

#2020

Arthur F. Findeis Award

#2018

Science News SN 10: Scientists to Watch

#2017

Royce W. Murray Young Investigator Award

#2016

ECS-Toyota Young Investigator Fellowship

#2016

Sloan Research Fellow

#2016

Distinguished Service Award

#2014

Joint Center for Energy Research Storage Director’s Fund Award

#2012

Young Investigator Award

#2006

Graduate Fellowship

Requirements for University of Illinois

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:103
GRE General
Prerequisites
Mathematical background Linear Algebra Calculus
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Specialization Notes

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