Yasir Arafat

Dr. Yasir Arafat is a Senior Research Associate at Edith Cowan University, boasting a PhD in Chemical Engineering with a specialized focus on batteries. With a profound expertise in batteries, battery recycling, and resource recovery, his research encompasses the entire battery lifecycle. From upstream endeavors like resource recovery for battery development to midstream like battery development (Lithium-ion batteries) and to downstream initiatives such as battery recycling, Yasir's work is both comprehensive and impactful.

Yasir is a staunch advocate for harnessing local capabilities. Notably, he has spearheaded the development of metal-air batteries such as zinc-air batteries utilizing indigenous zinc resources, showcasing the potential of local innovation in advancing battery technology. Additionally, his contributions to the advancement of all-solid-state Lithium-ion batteries reflect his commitment to enhancing the safety and sustainability of lithium battery solutions.