Matthew Logan, Ph.D.
About Matthew Logan, Ph.D.
Matthew Logan, Ph.D., is a Staff Battery Scientist at Amprius Technologies, Inc., specializing in electrochemical energy storage. He has held various academic and industry positions, including roles at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory and the University of Central Florida.
Current Role at Amprius Technologies
Matthew Logan, Ph.D., serves as a Staff Battery Scientist at Amprius Technologies, Inc. since 2023. In this role, he focuses on advancing battery technology, particularly in the area of energy storage systems. His responsibilities include synthesizing materials and designing cells to enhance performance and safety. Logan's expertise in electrochemical energy storage is pivotal to the company's innovative projects.
Previous Experience at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
Prior to joining Amprius, Logan worked at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory from 2019 to 2022 as a Senior Research Scientist and Project Manager. He also held the position of Postdoctoral Researcher there from 2018 to 2019. His work involved managing research projects and contributing to advancements in battery technology, leveraging his extensive background in materials science.
Academic Background and Research at University of Central Florida
Logan's academic journey includes significant time at the University of Central Florida, where he earned his Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry from 2013 to 2018. During this period, he was a Graduate Researcher for five years and also served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant for four years. His research focused on electrochemical energy storage, particularly sustainable metal-organic frameworks and novel electrolyte development.
Teaching Experience at Wheeling Jesuit University
Logan began his teaching career at Wheeling Jesuit University, where he worked as an Undergraduate Teaching Assistant in Organic Chemistry from 2012 to 2013. He also served as an Undergraduate Researcher at the same institution from 2011 to 2013. These roles provided him with foundational teaching experience and a solid understanding of organic chemistry principles.
Contributions to Battery Technology
Throughout his career, Logan has pioneered advancements in battery technology, particularly in electrochemical energy storage. He has developed sustainable metal-organic frameworks and novel electrolytes for silicon-based anodes. His holistic understanding of battery components, from synthesis to cell design, has enabled him to lead teams and streamline testing methods, driving innovation in the field.