Prof. Rizwan Raza | Fuel Cells | Outstanding Scientist Award
Prof. Rizwan Raza , COMSATS University Islamabad , Pakistan
Dr. Rizwan Raza is a distinguished Professor at COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, specializing in energy technology, particularly fuel cells, solar cells, and energy storage. With a Ph.D. from the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Sweden, and postdoctoral experience at Chalmers University, Dr. Raza is recognized for his innovative contributions to energy conversion and storage devices. He has over 200 publications, two books, and two patents pending. Dr. Raza is a leading figure in clean energy research, serving as Head of the Department of Physics and leading the Clean Energy Research Group. His work addresses critical global challenges, including climate change, energy sustainability, and the development of novel energy devices. Throughout his career, he has earned numerous national and international awards and has supervised numerous Ph.D. and MSc students.
Professional Profile
Summary of Suitability for Award:
Dr. Rizwan Raza appears highly suitable for the “Outstanding Scientist Award” due to his exceptional contributions to energy technology, particularly in the areas of energy conversion and energy storage devices, including fuel cells, solar cells, batteries, and supercapacitors. His groundbreaking research in creating a new energy conversion device, reported in prestigious journals such as Nature Nanotechnology, highlights his significant impact in the field.Dr. Raza’s extensive research experience, outstanding contributions to energy technology, and recognition within the global scientific community make him an ideal candidate for the ”Outstanding Scientist Award”. His work continues to address real-world challenges in energy and environmental sustainability, solidifying his place as a leading figure in his field.
🎓Education:
Dr. Rizwan Raza holds a Ph.D. in Energy Technology from the Royal Institute of Technology (KTH), Sweden, where he specialized in fuel cell technology. He also completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden. Dr. Raza further expanded his expertise through research projects at Linköping University, Sweden, and additional specializations in hydrogen safety (Belfast, UK) and nanotechnology (Netherlands). He holds a Master’s in Physics from the University of the Punjab, Pakistan. Dr. Raza’s educational journey has equipped him with deep knowledge in energy materials, fuel cells, solar cells, and nanocomposites, which he applies in various cutting-edge research projects.
🏢Work Experience:
With over 20 years in academia and research, Dr. Rizwan Raza has held significant positions at COMSATS University Islamabad, including Professor (Tenured), Head of the Department of Physics, and Incharge of the Clean Energy Research Lab. His research experience spans both academia and industry, with major roles in energy technology and clean energy. Dr. Raza has conducted groundbreaking research at prestigious institutions such as KTH, Chalmers, and Linköping University in Sweden, as well as in China and Pakistan. His leadership in energy-related projects, including the development of new energy conversion devices, fuels his reputation as an expert in his field.
🏅Awards:
Dr. Rizwan Raza has received numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, including the Gold Medal from the Pakistan Academy of Science and the Young Productive Scientist of Pakistan award (2016-2017). He has been recognized internationally with awards such as “Best Elevator Pitch” at CIIT and PCST research productivity awards from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he earned the Idea to Product (I2P®) award in Stockholm (2011), NANOSMAT (2009) Rome, and many other national recognitions for his significant research contributions.
🔬Research Focus:
Dr. Rizwan Raza’s research focuses on energy conversion and storage, particularly in fuel cells, solar cells, batteries, and supercapacitors. His work aims to develop cost-effective, durable, and efficient technologies for sustainable energy production. His pioneering work on new energy conversion devices, including advancements in nanocomposites and biofuels, has garnered widespread recognition. Dr. Raza’s projects also address climate change by developing hydrogen generation and semiconductor materials. His interdisciplinary research contributes significantly to the fields of energy storage and conversion, making strides toward cleaner energy solutions.
Publication Top Notes:
Supercapacitors: Shaping the future energy storage landscape for flexible, implantable, and wearable electronic devices
Authors: Abbas, Q., Gibson, D., Raza, R., Olabi, A.G.
Year: 2025
Citations: 0
Journal: Science Talks
Volume/Issue: 13, 100411
High-Entropy Li-doped rock salt catalyst for low-temperature ceramic fuel cells
Authors: Khalid, M., Shah, M.A.K.Y., Akbar, N., Wang, J., Zhu, B.
Year: 2025
Citations: 1
Journal: Fuel
Volume/Issue: 379, 133044
The Composite La2-xNdxCe2O7-δ Material for New Energy Conversion Devices: A Physiochemical and Electrochemical Study
Authors: Bukhari, M., Mohsin, M., Kayani, Z.N., Abbas, Q., Raza, R.
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
Journal: ACS Applied Energy Materials
Volume/Issue: 7(23), 11048–11059
Emerging semiconductor ionic materials tailored by mixed ionic-electronic conductors for advanced fuel cells
Authors: Bibi, B., Nazar, A., Zhu, B., Lund, P., Yun, S.
Year: 2024
Citations: 1
Journal: Advanced Powder Materials
Volume/Issue: 3(6), 100231
Codoped Ceria Electrolyte for Direct Carbon Fuel Cell with Carbon Fly Ash Fuel
Authors: Ahmad, M., Ali, A., Mazhar, B., Raza, R., Wattoo, A.G.
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
Journal: ACS Applied Energy Materials
Volume/Issue: 7(21), 9788–9796
Simulation study of multi-layer titanium nitride nanodisk broadband solar absorber and thermal emitter
Authors: Huang, X., Yi, Y., Song, Q., Cheng, S., Raza, R.
Year: 2024
Citations: 2
Journal: Communications in Theoretical Physics
Volume/Issue: 76(11), 115702
Composite cathode Gd0.2Ce0.8O1.9–SrFe1−xTixO3-δ for Nicotiana tabacum-derived carbon fuel-based direct carbon fuel cell
Authors: Majeed, M., Ali, A., Anwer, F., Raza, R., Xia, C.
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
Journal: Journal of Solid State Electrochemistry
Volume/Issue: 28(11), 4057–4066
Synergistically improving the performance of spinel cathode for efficient oxygen reduction electrocatalyst
Authors: Lu, Y., Shah, M.A.K.Y., Mushtaq, N., Akbar, N., Raza, R.
Year: 2024
Citations: 0
Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds
Volume/Issue: 1002, 175408
Semiconductor ionic Cu doped CeO2 membrane fuel cells
Authors: Sharif, M.S., Rauf, S., Raza, R., Jing, Y., Zhu, B.
Year: 2024
Citations: 6
Journal: Ceramics International
Volume/Issue: 50(20), 40350–40362
Enhancing the performance of the BaTiO3 electrolyte via A-site-deficiency engineering for low-temperature ceramic fuel cells (LT-CFCs)
Authors: Khalid, M., Shah, M.A.K.Y., Akbar, N., Raza, R., Jun, W.
Year: 2024
Citations: 2
Journal: Ceramics International
Volume/Issue: 50(19), 35734–35745