Junior Researcher of Cenimat/i3N-NOVA FCT, Portugal.
Dr. Amjid Rafique is a distinguished material scientist with expertise in nanotechnology, energy storage, and advanced materials. His research focuses on the synthesis and fabrication of nanostructures for wearable electronics, particularly in developing flexible fiber-shaped supercapacitors and energy harvesting devices. Currently a Senior Researcher at NOVA School of Science and Technology in Lisbon, Portugal, Dr. Rafique has made significant contributions to next-generation battery technology under the European Union’s Horizon Europe program. He has held postdoctoral positions at prestigious institutions, including MIT and Politecnico di Torino. Dr. Rafique’s work has resulted in several patents and numerous high-impact publications. His innovative approach to integrating nanotechnology with textile applications has earned him multiple research grants and accolades, positioning him as a leading figure in his field. His commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions and his collaborative projects across Europe and the United States underline his global impact on material science and engineering.
Dr. Amjid Rafique is a distinguished material scientist with a robust set of research skills, particularly in the fields of nanotechnology, energy storage, and advanced materials. His expertise spans the synthesis and fabrication of nanomaterials, with hands-on experience in techniques such as blow spinning, electrospray, dip coating, and electrodeposition. Dr. Rafique has demonstrated proficiency in electrochemical characterization methods, including cyclic voltammetry, electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, and charge-discharge analysis, which are critical for evaluating the performance of energy storage devices. He has led research projects on flexible fiber-shaped supercapacitors and solar cells, contributing to the advancement of wearable electronics. His work on developing lignin/cellulose-based separators and solid-state electrolytes for Li-ion batteries underscores his ability to innovate in the realm of sustainable energy solutions. Additionally, Dr. Rafique’s research has led to several patents and publications, reflecting his ability to translate complex scientific concepts into practical applications.
Awards and Recognition
Dr. Amjid Rafique has garnered significant recognition in the field of material science and nanotechnology, underscored by numerous awards and research grants. His exceptional contributions to energy storage and wearable technology earned him the prestigious Scientific Excellence Award from Cinemat/i3N. Dr. Rafique secured a Start-Up grant of 1 million PKR from the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan for his innovative project on flexible fiber-shaped energy storage devices. He also won a 10,000 Euro research grant from the Nanofabrication and Nanomaterial Processing group at Politecnico di Torino, Italy, for his groundbreaking work on flexible supercapacitors for wearable electronics. Additionally, Dr. Rafique was awarded a travel grant to attend the European Electrochemical Summer School in Toulouse, France, reflecting his active engagement in the global research community. His academic journey was further supported by a 60,000 Euro HEC scholarship for his MS leading to PhD at Politecnico di Torino, Italy.
Dr. Amjid Rafique is a highly suitable candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His expertise in nanotechnology, energy storage, and advanced materials, combined with his global research collaborations and innovative contributions, make him a strong contender. While there are areas for improvement, particularly in expanding his publication impact and industry collaborations, his strengths far outweigh these considerations. Dr. Rafique’s work not only advances scientific knowledge but also has the potential to make significant practical contributions to the field of wearable electronics and energy storage.
Publications Top Notes
- Enhancing charge storage capacity of cellulose-sweat-based electrolyte flexible supercapacitors with electrochemically exfoliated free-standing carbon yarn electrodes
- Authors: Rafique, A., Ferreira, I., Bundaleski, N., Teodoro, O.M.N.D., Baptista, A.C.
- Year: 2024
- Recent Advances and Challenges Toward Application of Fibers and Textiles in Integrated Photovoltaic Energy Storage Devices
- Authors: Rafique, A., Ferreira, I., Abbas, G., Baptista, A.C.
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 54
- Electrospray Deposition of PEDOT on Carbon Yarn Electrodes for Solid-State Flexible Supercapacitors
- Authors: Moniz, M.P., Rafique, A., Carmo, J., Ferreira, I.M.M., Baptista, A.C.
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 13
- A facile blow spinning technique for green cellulose acetate/polystyrene composite separator for flexible energy storage devices
- Authors: Rafique, A., Sequeira, I., Bento, A.S., Ferreira, I., Baptista, A.C.
- Year: 2023
- Citations: 10
- Binder free and flexible asymmetric supercapacitor exploiting Mn3O4 and MoS2 nanoflakes on carbon fibers
- Authors: Rafique, A., Zubair, U., Serrapede, M., Pirri, C.F., Lamberti, A.
- Year: 2020
- Citations: 31
- Fiber-shaped asymmetric supercapacitor exploiting rGO/Fe2O3 aerogel and electrodeposited MnOx nanosheets on carbon fibers
- Authors: Serrapede, M., Rafique, A., Fontana, M., Tresso, E., Lamberti, A.
- Year: 2019
- Citations: 64
- Highly Uniform Anodically Deposited Film of MnO2 Nanoflakes on Carbon Fibers for Flexible and Wearable Fiber-Shaped Supercapacitors
- Authors: Rafique, A., Massa, A., Fontana, M., Hernández, S., Lamberti, A.
- Year: 2017
- Citations: 74
- Flexible wire-based electrodes exploiting carbon/ZnO nanocomposite for wearable supercapacitors
- Authors: Rafique, A., Bianco, S., Fontana, M., Pirri, C.F., Lamberti, A.
- Year: 2017
- Citations: 9