KULR Technology Group Names Dr. William Walker, Ph.D. as Chief Technology Officer

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KULR Technology Group has appointed Dr. William Walker as the new Chief Technology Officer, effective immediately. Dr. Walker will lead the engineering team in developing energy management solutions and expanding KULR's market presence. His experience includes co-inventing patented technology for NASA and expertise in lithium-ion battery systems. Dr. Timothy Knowles, the company's co-founder, will transition to the Board of Directors. The company focuses on electrification in the circular economy and aims to commercialize its renewable energy solutions.

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• Appointment of Dr. William Walker as CTO to enhance technology direction.
• Dr. Walker's expertise in Li-ion battery and thermal management aligns with company goals.
• Continued involvement of Dr. Timothy Knowles as Executive Technical Fellow on the Board.

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Directing the Next Wave of Innovation for KULR, Walker Will Lead the Engineering Team Toward the Future of Energy Management Solutions and Help KULR Expand into New Commercial Markets

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- KULR Technology Group, Inc. (NYSE American: KULR) (the "Company" or "KULR"), a leading energy management platform accelerating the electrification of the circular economy, today announced the appointment of Dr. William Walker, Ph.D. as the new Chief Technology Officer (“CTO”), effective immediately. In his new position, Dr. Walker will envision, design, and direct the next wave of energy management solutions to transform the electrification industry and help the company expand into new markets. Walker will also spearhead the continued evolution of KULR’s battery safety platform and the suite of battery testing services with the Company’s Fractional Thermal Runaway Calorimeter (“FTRC”).

As part of Walker’s promotion to CTO, Dr. Timothy Knowles, a Co-Founder of KULR who served as the previous CTO of the Company will remain as part of KULR’s Board of Directors as Executive Technical Fellow.

“As we expand our offering toward a more vertically integrated energy management company, we are excited to have Dr. Walker take on the mantle as CTO of KULR and help direct the future of our technology platform to deliver upon the promise of the electrification movement,” said Michael Mo, Co-Founder, and CEO of KULR Technology Group. “Dr. Walker’s significant Li-ion battery and thermal management expertise is a great fit to lead KULR’s test engineering division into its next phase of growth. And, we are thrilled to have Dr. Knowles' continued guidance on the Board in his new role.”

“Bringing the collective energy management solutions of KULR forward as CTO is a tremendous honor and I am committed to helping the company swiftly commercialize our solutions for cross industry utilization and beyond,” said Dr. Walker. “Working alongside KULR’s team of engineers and innovative designers is inspiring and I look forward to working with the leadership team to help further transform the industry and also in advancing KULR’s mission of providing its customers with proven renewable energy solutions.”

Prior to joining KULR, Dr. Walker was employed by NASA’s Johnson Space Center where he co-invented their patented FTRC technology. While at NASA, he supported the design of lithium-ion batteries and their associated thermal management systems for human spaceflight applications.

Dr. Walker received his B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from West Texas A&M University and Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the University of Houston.

About KULR Technology Group Inc.  
KULR Technology Group Inc. (NYSE American: KULR) is a leading energy management platform offering proven solutions that play a critical role in accelerating the electrification of the circular economy. Leveraging a foundation in developing, manufacturing, and licensing next-generation carbon fiber thermal management technologies for batteries and electronic systems, KULR has evolved its holistic suite of products and services to enable its customers across disciplines to operate with efficiency and sustainability in mind. For more information, please visit https://www.kulrtechnology.com/.

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FAQ

Who is the new CTO of KULR Technology Group?

Dr. William Walker has been appointed as the new Chief Technology Officer of KULR Technology Group.

What expertise does Dr. William Walker bring to KULR?

Dr. Walker brings significant expertise in lithium-ion batteries and thermal management, previously co-inventing technology at NASA.

What role will Dr. Timothy Knowles have after stepping down as CTO?

Dr. Timothy Knowles will remain on KULR's Board of Directors as Executive Technical Fellow.

What are KULR's goals in energy management?

KULR aims to develop innovative energy management solutions and expand its commercial market presence.

When was Dr. Walker appointed as CTO of KULR?

Dr. William Walker was appointed as the Chief Technology Officer of KULR Technology Group on November 1, 2022.