Electron transfer governs the pathway of chemical reactions. However, owing to their speed and size, tracing electron movement is difficult using traditional spectroscopy and synthetic chemistry. Consequently our knowledge of the driving forces for many reactions in nature remains elusive. Electrochemistry offers the potential to investigate these processes directly by the detection of electrons and ions involved. Electrochemistry has significant impact in our society. For example, many physiological processes in human body involve complex electrochemical reactions at electrified interfaces, energy storage and conversion in batteries, supercapacitors and fuel cells are governed by various electrochemical processes. Additionally, understanding and mitigation of corrosion problems, development of biomedical and other chemical sensors requires advanced knowledge of electrochemistry. Thus, Dr Banerjee’s research focuses on the interdisciplinary area of electrochemistry with a focus on advanced micro to macro length scale energy storage systems, and advanced polymeric and nanostructured coatings for mitigation of corrosion in metallic systems.
