Dr. Daniel P. Hashim is a distinguished nanotechnologist, materials scientist, and entrepreneur with a prolific track record in advanced materials innovation and commercialization. A Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree (2014) and former researcher at Rice University, Dr. Hashim has pioneered groundbreaking advancements in nanomaterials, energy storage, and scalable manufacturing technologies. As Co-Founder & Chief Science Officer of Omega Power Batteries Corp., Dr. Hashim leads the development of graphite-free NanoSponge Electrodes, a patented technology that significantly enhances energy density in lithium-ion batteries—delivering up to a 50% increase in range and runtime across e-mobility and consumer electronic applications. His work in fireproof battery systems and next-generation energy storage solutions is setting new industry standards in performance, safety, and sustainability. Dr. Hashim’s expertise spans nanomaterial synthesis, advanced manufacturing, and applied electrochemistry, with a deep focus on bridging fundamental research with real-world commercialization. He has co-authored multiple high-impact scientific publications and holds numerous patents in the fields of nanotechnology, energy storage, and functional materials. A dynamic innovator at the intersection of deep tech and commercialization, Dr. Hashim is dedicated to accelerating the global transition toward high-performance, safe, and scalable energy solutions.