Dr Anup Barai (PhD, Energy Storage System, University of Warwick) is an energy storage system test and characterisation expert, specialising in automotive and grid linked energy storage systems. Since joining WMG in 2011, Dr Barai has established a successful research theme in the area of developing methodologies for next-generation characterisation of energy storage systems for transport and stationary applications. Dr Barai has delivered research which has had a tangible impact on industrial and academic researcher’s success, making fundamental changes to the way energy storage systems are characterised. Dr Barai as PI and Co-I previously led research projects funded by the ‘Research Development Fund’ at the University of Warwick and the UK Department of Transport. Dr Barai currently leads energy storage characterisation related research within the energy innovation centre (EIC) at WMG, University of Warwick.