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Kiana Amini is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Materials Engineering at the University of British Columbia. Her research primarily focuses on electrochemical energy storage and conversion technologies, with a specific emphasis on redox flow batteries and electrochemical carbon capture systems. Kiana is dedicated to advancing the performance of energy storage technologies for large-scale applications and seeks to contribute to the transition to cleaner energy futures. Her work includes characterizing electrochemical processes and developing innovative techniques for situ characterization, which aids in the design and optimization of battery architectures and electrolytes. Kiana is also engaged in developing systems that efficiently capture CO2 using redox-active materials. Her research aims to provide a realistic assessment of the performance and stability of these systems while unraveling the mechanisms that govern their operation. Through her efforts, she strives to engineer specialized electrochemical cells tailored for specific applications, bolstering the technology's viability and sustainability.
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