Under the patronage of the Dean of the College of Science for Women, Professor Dr. Sameera Naji Khdim , the Continuing Education Unit, in cooperation with the Department of Chemistry, organized a workshop entitled “Advanced Nanomaterials in Energy Conversion and Storage.” The workshop was presented by Dr. Inam Hussein Ali and Ms. Maryam Abdul Ameer, and was attended by a number of faculty members, staff, and students.
The workshop aimed to introduce the importance of advanced nanomaterials and the role they play in energy conversion and storage. These materials possess distinctive physical and chemical properties that contribute to improving the efficiency of energy systems and enhancing their storage and conversion capabilities. The workshop included an overview of the fundamentals of nanotechnology and the types of nanomaterials used in energy applications, such as materials utilized in solar cells, advanced batteries, and supercapacitors. It also clarified the working mechanisms of these materials in enhancing the efficiency of energy conversion from various sources and enabling more efficient and sustainable storage methods.
Furthermore, the workshop addressed the latest research trends in the field of nanomaterials and their applications in renewable energy. The session witnessed clear interaction from the audience with the presenters, reflecting the participants’ interest in the topic.
