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Dr. John Graves is an Associate Professor of Electrochemistry in the Manufacturing and Materials Research Centre at Coventry University. He has a proven track record in leading interdisciplinary hydrogen production projects, including the EPSRC-funded H-AM project, which focused on electrochemical hydrogen generation from wastewater ammonia. This work led to the EU-funded REWAISE initiative, where he contributed to the development and demonstration of a novel anion exchange membrane electrolysis process for converting ammonia from wastewater into hydrogen. John has also led several Royce industrial collaboration projects on AEM water electrolysis and CU Consultancy projects focused on testing AEM components. With over 10 years of industrial experience, including four years as an R&D manager, and he is a longstanding Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and a Chartered Chemist.
Area of Expertise:
Hydrogen Production, Water Electrolysis, Electrodeposition, Electrowinning, Electrochemistry, Metallization, Ultrasound
Research Interests
Hydrogen production, Water Electrolysis, Materials, Electrowinning, Sonochemistry ; Smart Materials; Nano Technology ; Metal Deposition ; Electrochemistry ; Particle Dispersion; Printed Electronics
Vision Statement
To spearhead the development of innovative components and materials for water electrolysers and hydrogen production, driving the future of clean, renewable energy. By focusing on efficiency, scalability, and sustainability, my goal is to accelerate the advancement of hydrogen technologies and contribute to achieving a carbon-neutral future. Through research and industrial collaboration, I aim to create high-performance materials that unlock hydrogen's full potential, transforming energy systems and supporting global efforts toward a sustainable, green economy.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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Collaborations and top research areas from the last five years
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REWAISE: A smart water ecosystem for a sustainable and efficient water cycle in Europe
Graves, J. (Principal Investigator), Wu, L. (Co-Investigator) & Fried, J. (Co-Investigator)
1/09/20 → 31/08/25
Project: Research
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REWAISE
Graves, J. (Principal Investigator), Latvyte, E. (Researcher), Chinnusamy, P. (Researcher), Zhu, M. (Researcher) & Wu, L. (Principal Investigator)
1/09/20 → …
Project: Research
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Advanced Porous Materials and Processes for the Next Generation of Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) Electrolysers
Graves, J. (Principal Investigator), Tasso Guaraldo, T. (Researcher), Latvyte, E. (Researcher) & Chinnusamy, P. (Researcher)
1/10/23 → 31/03/24
Project: Research
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A low-temperature ammonia electrolyser for wastewater treatment and hydrogen production
Latvyte, E., Zhu, M., Wu, L., Lan, R., Vale, P. & Graves, J., 2 Jan 2024, In: International Journal of Hydrogen Energy. 52, Part D, p. 265-282 18 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A novel closed-loop biotechnology for recovery of cobalt from a lithium-ion battery active cathode material
Pakostova, E., Graves, J., Latvyte, E., Maddalena, G. & Horsfall, L., 17 Jul 2024, In: Microbiology. 170, 7, 18 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Rapid and selective quantitative colourimetric analysis of nitrite in water using a S-Nitrosothiol based method
Latvyte, E., Greenwood, A., Bogush, A. & Graves, J., 1 Dec 2024, In: Water Research X. 25, 7 p., 100265.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Analysis of Pre-Treatment Processes to Enable Electroplating on Nitrided Steel
McMaster, S. J., Krümmling, F., Chandrasekharan, V. K., Bund, A., Cobley, A. & Graves, J. E., 22 Dec 2023, In: ECS Meeting Abstracts. MA2023-02, E10, 1259.Research output: Contribution to journal › Meeting Abstract
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Braze head and method
Monk, N. (Inventor), McMaster, S. (Inventor), Graves, J. (Inventor) & Wu, L. (Inventor), 22 Aug 2023, IPC No. B23K 35/02, Patent No. CN116635183A, 25 May 2022, Priority date 25 May 2022, Priority No. WO2022GB51329Research output: Patent
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AI and ML in Leading the Change in Hydrogen Materials - Interactions and Laser Innovations
Graves, J. (Speaker)
5 Mar 2025Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Participation in conference
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Advanced Porous Materials for the Next Generation of Anion Exchange Membrane Electrolysers (ICP319)
Graves, J. (Speaker)
21 Nov 2024Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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A Novel Procedure for the Preparation of Copper Nanowires and Nanomeshes
Graves, J. (Speaker)
6 Aug 2019Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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The electrochemical oxidation of ammonia coupled with hydrogen evolution in a C-Flow electrolyser
Wu, L. (Speaker) & Graves, J. (Speaker)
16 Sept 2018 → 18 Sept 2018Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
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Synthesis of long copper nanowires using a novel bottom-up fabrication process
Graves, J. (Speaker)
16 Sept 2018 → 18 Sept 2018Activity: Talk or presentation › Oral presentation
Prizes
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Changing the World Award
Graves, J. (Recipient), 12 Oct 2022
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)
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Winner Knowledge Exchange / Transfer Initiative of the Year
Graves, J. (Recipient), Dec 2023
Prize: Prize (including medals and awards)