RESEARCH TOPICS
Our lab is an interdisciplinary hub of innovation, merging expertise in thermophysics, fluid transport, materials science, and microfabrication. We are dedicated to advancing the frontiers of science and engineering to design and optimize novel surfaces and techniques for diverse industrial applications. Our overarching goal is twofold: to push the boundaries of performance in practical systems and to deepen our understanding of the fundamental mechanisms that drive these processes.
Current Research Topics
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High-Efficient Transportation on Functional Surfaces: We develop innovative surface designs to optimize liquid and bubble transportation, leveraging tailored wetting, slipperiness, and surface energy characteristics to enhance performance in industrial and environmental applications.
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Advanced Cooling Technology for 3D Integrated Chips: Our research addresses the thermal challenges in 3D ICs by integrating advanced cooling strategies, including microchannel heat sinks and through-silicon vias, to ensure reliable operation under extreme heat loads.
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Two-Phase Microchannel Cooling for High-Heat-Flux Thermal Management: Our work focuses on developing cutting-edge cooling solutions capable of dissipating extreme heat loads in compact systems, such as next-generation electronic devices and 3D integrated chips.
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Membrane Distillation for Water Desalination: We explore innovative membrane designs and process optimization techniques to improve water recovery and energy efficiency in desalination technologies.
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Anti-Frosting, Anti-Reflection, and Anti-Corrosion Coatings: By engineering multifunctional surfaces, we aim to mitigate common operational challenges such as frost accumulation, optical losses, and material degradation, thereby extending the life and efficiency of critical systems.
While these research areas may seem distinct, they are unified by a common thread: the need to tune and understand the physical and chemical properties of engineered surfaces. By leveraging this knowledge, we strive to bridge fundamental science with transformative technologies that address some of the most pressing challenges in energy, water, electronics, and advanced manufacturing.