Development of flexible conductive polymer materials for energy storage

Description

Conductive polymers are used as electrode materials in supercapacitors because of their electrochemical activity. However, conductive polymers are often rigid and shows low cyclic stability. This project is to tackle these scientific and engineering challenges.

Research Field

polymer chemistry
polymer synthesis
organic chemistry
wet chemistry
material characterization
electrochemistry
surface analysis
mechanical analysis
thermal analysis
microscopic analysis

Research Supervisor

Ze Zhang

Research Environment

Saint-François d'Assise Hospital, Research center of CHU de Québec-Université Laval

A place not only with advanced research facilities but also rich in multi-cultures.

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Financial Aid Available by Program of Study

Doctorate in Chemical Engineering

Program description

Financial Aid Available*

Financial Aid Related to Research Project

$21000 per year for 5 years.

Program-Specific Financial Aid

Graduate Studies Awards

Milestone	Amount
Progression scholarship	7 x $500
Doctoral exam or seminar presentation	$750
Doctoral exam, seminar or conference	$1,000
Publication	$750
Communication	$1,000
First submission of dissertation	$1,000*
Total	$8,500

*A $500 bonus will be added to the graduation scholarship if the initial submission is made before the semester preceding the final qualifying semester.

Université Laval: Student Financial Aid

Funding source	Amount
Leadership and Comittment Scholarship (Canadians & permanent residents)	$30,000
Citizens of the World Scholarship (International students)	$30,000
Mobility Grant for Out-of-Province Internships or Research Visits (in French)	$1,000 to $2,000
Graduate Scholarships from Granting Agencies	$20,000 to $70,000$
Online Directory of Graduate Scholarships (in French)	$500 to $50,000

Supplemental Tuition Fee Exemption Scholarship Program: Entitles international students to pay Canadian student tuition fees, for overall savings of around $40,000.

_{* Amounts shown represent maximum financial aid available. Certain conditions apply. Subject to change without prior notice. For further information, contact sponsoring organizations directly.}

Desired Profile

- Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering

Requirements and Conditions

ability to communicate (read, write, speak) in English
self-motivated
independent
collaborative

Required Documentation

- Lettre de recommandation
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitæ
- Student transcript

Find Out More

Ze Zhang
Professeur titulaire
Département de chirurgie
ze.zhang@chg.ulaval.ca