Irene Ruggeri
About Irene Ruggeri
Irene Ruggeri is a Battery Performance Simulation Engineer at Farasis Energy in Germany, specializing in performance simulations for automotive battery applications. She has authored several papers on post-Li-ion batteries and has extensive experience in research and development projects related to battery technology.
Work at Farasis Energy
Irene Ruggeri has been employed at Farasis Energy as a Battery Performance Simulation Engineer since 2021. In this role, she focuses on performance simulations of battery packs, including at the minimodule level, specifically for automotive application clients. Her work contributes to the development of advanced battery technologies, enhancing the performance and efficiency of energy storage solutions.
Education and Expertise
Irene Ruggeri holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry from Alma Mater Studiorum – Università di Bologna, which she completed from 2015 to 2018. She also earned a Master's degree in Industrial Chemistry-Polymer Materials from Sapienza Università di Roma in 2014, following a Bachelor's degree in the same field from 2012. Additionally, she obtained a Higher National Diploma from Liceo Scientifico Camillo Cavour Roma in 2008.
Background
Irene Ruggeri has a diverse background in battery technology and research. She has worked in various roles, including as a Development Engineer at Brunel and as a Battery Scientist at Zentrum für Sonnenenergie- und Wasserstoff-Forschung Baden-Württemberg (ZSW). Her experience includes involvement in industrial and EU/German R&D funding projects addressing fast charging, safety issues, Li plating, and recycling of Li-ion batteries.
Research Contributions
Irene Ruggeri has authored several papers on post-Li-ion batteries, contributing to the academic and practical understanding of battery technologies. She has participated in numerous conferences, delivering invited talks during her PhD studies, which showcases her engagement with the scientific community and her commitment to advancing battery research.
Previous Experience
Prior to her current position, Irene Ruggeri gained valuable experience through various roles. She served as a Visiting PhD Student at Helmholtz Institute Ulm (HIU) and at École Polytechnique de Montréal. Additionally, she worked as a Temporary Research Fellow and a Visiting PhD Student at the University of Bologna, and completed an internship at ENEA. Her diverse experiences span multiple countries, including Germany, Canada, and Italy.