Research Overview 

Wang Research Group aims to develop methodologies of leveraging a fundamental understanding of key properties in nanostructured soft materials into device-level development. Our research interests lie in the interdisciplinary confluence of electrochemical engineering, polymer science, and nanotechnology. 

We are especially interested in three themes:

1. Understanding ion/electron transport in nanostructured block copolymers and liquid crystals. 

2. Developing efficient pH-gradient-enabled microscale bipolar interfaces for energy conversion and storage.

3. Engineering stand-alone structured liquid crystal membranes for efficient energy storage. 

1.Funded Project: Tailoring Bipolar Membrane Interfaces to Boost Direct Borohydride Fuel Cell Performance for Marine Transportation Applications ⎯ DOE ARPA-E Early Career Award, $499,803 

2.Funded Project: Synthesis and Assessment of Hydrocarbon-Based Proton Exchange Materials for Enhancing Fuel Cell Technology ⎯ The Electrochemical Society (ECS) Toyota Young Investigator 2024, $50,000