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Nitash P. Balsara is a Charles W. Tobias Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley. He is also an Associate Scientist at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL). Balsara earned his Ph.D. from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1988. He has received numerous accolades, including the National Science Foundation Young Investigator Award in 1994 and the Sigma Xi Distinguished Faculty Research Award in 1995. His research focuses on electrochemical energy, specifically on lithium-ion batteries and polymer electrolytes that enable rapid ion transport. Balsara's work combines advanced characterization methods with materials design and synthesis, leading to significant advancements in battery technology. He emphasizes collaboration and inclusivity in his laboratory, advocating for diversity within the scientific community. His group has co-founded battery startup companies, including Seeo and Blue Current. Balsara is committed to making science accessible and fostering professional development for underrepresented minority students in STEM. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and holds several patents related to his research.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Charles W. Tobias Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering.
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