CHICAGO, IL, January 20, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Mohammad Asadi, PhD, has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Dr. Asadi has established a distinguished career in academia and research, currently serving as an associate professor at the Illinois Institute of Technology since 2024. In this capacity, he conducts pioneering research on advanced materials for energy applications, manages a team of seven doctoral students and four postdoctoral researchers, provides critical feedback and reports data to sponsored agencies, and teaches both graduate and undergraduate courses in electrochemistry and fluid mechanics. Dr. Asadi's leadership and mentorship have contributed significantly to the academic development of his team and the advancement of innovative research projects.

Prior to his current role, Dr. Asadi was an assistant professor at Illinois Institute of Technology from 2017 to 2024. During this period, he expanded his research portfolio, mentored emerging scientists and contributed to the institution's academic mission through teaching and service.
From 2015 to 2017, Dr. Asadi served as a postdoctoral research associate at National Laboratory. There, Dr. Asadi conducted high-level research that furthered his expertise in materials science and energy systems.

Dr. Asadi began his professional journey as a research assistant at the Nanomaterials & Energy System Laboratory at the University of Illinois, Chicago, from 2012 to 2015. This formative experience provided him with hands-on exposure to cutting-edge research in nanomaterials and energy systems, setting the stage for his future achievements. Before entering academia, Dr. Asadi accumulated seven years of experience in the oil and gas industry.

Among Dr. Asadi's notable professional accomplishments is a 2013 patent for transition-metal dichalcogenide-based catalysts for carbon dioxide reduction, reflecting his commitment to developing sustainable solutions to global energy challenges. He is also recognized for his involvement in several high-impact publications featured in leading journals such as Nature and Science, which stand as a testament to the significance of his research contributions.

Dr. Asadi maintains active membership in several prominent professional organizations, including the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Materials Research Society, American Institute of Chemical Engineers and Sigma Xi. These affiliations underscore his engagement with the broader scientific community and commitment to advancing knowledge in his field.

Dr. Asadi's educational background has been fundamental to his success. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Tabriz University of Technology in 2004, followed by a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from Sharif University of Technology in 2006. He later completed a Doctor of Philosophy in mechanical engineering, with a focus on materials development and electrochemistry, at the University of Illinois Chicago in 2015.

Reflecting on his academic journey, Dr. Asadi attributes his achievements to collaboration with highly intelligent colleagues and mentors who have broadened his perspective and deepened his problem-solving abilities. His passion for innovation is driven by a desire to create technologies that can make a meaningful impact on society. Dr. Asadi's scholarly excellence has been recognized through honors such as the Outstanding in Research Award from Sigma Xi and a fellowship from the Illinois Institute of Technology.

Outside his professional endeavors, Dr. Asadi values time with his family, enjoying activities such as watching movies together, swimming and playing soccer. Looking ahead, he remains committed to advancing technologies that benefit society by making transformative innovations accessible to all. Dr. Asadi and his team, along with the broader scientific community, strive to improve people's lives by creating meaningful, measurable impacts that individuals can truly experience, ultimately helping make everyday life easier.

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