Emilio Avellone PhD Student

emilio.avellone@tum.de | (+49 89 289) 54 443
Room 46206
Lichtenbergstr. 4, 85748 Garching

BSc. Engineering Physics, Politecnico di Torino (PoliTO), Italy, 2021.
Thesis: “Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM) for Imaging in Experimental Applications.”
MSc. Applied and Engineering Physics, Technische Universität München (TUM), Germany, 2024.
Thesis: “Break-in Procedure for PEM Fuel Cells: A Systematic Investigation of the Activation Mechanisms for Performance Improvement.”


Emilio's research focuses on developing a new generation of efficient and sustainable Redox Flow batteries. Specifically, he is working on understanding, and integrating solid electrolyte membranes within the system. Before joining the ECM group, Emilio was part of the Energy Conversion and Storage group at the Physics Department. He also conducted a one-year research project at BMW, working on the understanding and optimization of PEM Fuel-Cell based systems using Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS).