Regular biography
Eric McCalla is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry at McGill University. His research focuses on the design of new functional materials through high-throughput synthesis and solid-state chemistry approaches, with an emphasis on battery technologies such as electrodes for Li- and Na-ion batteries and solid electrolytes for all-solid batteries. His work also extends to electrosynthesis of organic compounds, bipolar semiconductors, and renewable fuel applications. McCalla teaches courses such as CHEM 273 and CHEM 429. His lab website is http://www.mccallalab.ca/.
Scholar-generated biography
Eric McCalla is an Associate Professor at McGill University, specializing in the development and characterization of advanced materials for energy storage systems. His research focuses on x-ray diffraction, lithium-ion batteries, and positive electrode synthesis, with an emphasis on understanding anionic redox mechanisms and oxygen dynamics in high-capacity layered oxides. His work explores the structural and electrochemical properties of materials such as β-Li2IrO3, Li4FeSbO6, and Na2IrO3, aiming to enhance the performance and stability of cathode materials. McCalla's research also addresses challenges in sodium-ion batteries and solid-state electrolytes, contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy technologies.