Branimir STAMENKOVIC

Having graduated from the Department of Electrochemistry at the Faculty of Technology and Metallurgy, University of Belgrade, Serbia, I have dedicated most of my adult life to the broad and impactful field of green energy storage. My passion for this area led me to pursue the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, Materials for Energy Storage and Conversion (MESC+). This program not only deepened my scientific knowledge, but also enabled me to connect with leading experts in the field from across Europe and beyond.

Pursuing a PhD through the Marie Skłodowska-Curie COFUND program DESTINY was therefore a natural and important step toward my goal of becoming a professional in sustainable energy storage. My doctoral research focuses on next-generation post-Li-ion technologies, specifically All-Solid-State Batteries (ASSBs). Given the novelty of this technology, the field is rich with open questions and unresolved challenges — making it a fertile ground for innovation and for applying the theoretical knowledge I have acquired.

Beyond scientific exploration, this PhD journey has also emphasized the value of collaborative research. I have had the opportunity to establish several research partnerships both in France and internationally. Moreover, the annual DESTINY meetings with fellow PhD researchers and invited experts have significantly expanded my academic network and provided invaluable feedback on my research, as well as exposure to other cutting-edge projects.