Saar Kirmayer

Saar Kirmayer is an R&D Materials Researcher at Landa Labs, based in Rehovot, Israel. He has a strong background in materials engineering and chemistry, with extensive experience in research and development, particularly in energy harvesting and storage technologies.

Professional Background

• Current Position: Kirmayer has been with Landa Labs since September 2016, focusing on materials research and development for energy applications.

• Previous Roles:

  • He served as the Battery Innovation Group Leader at StoreDot for six months, managing teams focused on fast-charging battery technologies.
  • Prior to that, he worked as an R&D Materials Scientist at StoreDot, where he developed new materials and advanced processes for fast-charging batteries.
  • His earlier experience includes postdoctoral research at the Weizmann Institute of Science and UC Berkeley, where he worked on solar energy harvesting technologies and materials.

Education

Kirmayer holds a PhD in Materials Engineering, an MSc in Chemical Engineering, and a BSc in Chemical Engineering, all from the Technion - Israel Institute of Technology.

Skills and Expertise

Kirmayer is noted for his problem-solving capabilities and leadership skills, with a proficiency in identifying scientific challenges and collaborating with teams to address them. His work has contributed to advancements in materials chemistry, particularly in the context of energy storage and solar energy applications.1