David Laughman

David Laughman is a highly experienced professional in the field of research and development, currently serving as the Sr. Director of Research and Development at Alsym Energy since June 2025. Prior to this role, Laughman held several positions at A123 Systems from February 2019 to May 2025, progressing from Senior Research Scientist to Director of Research and Development. Laughman started their career in the research sector at Ilika Technologies Ltd, focusing on solid state battery applications, and contributed to the development of innovative techniques during a postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Muenster. Academic qualifications include a Ph.D. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Münster and an M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering from Lehigh University.