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Assist Prof Dr. Menghao Yang | Machine Learning | Best Researcher Award

Assistant Professor at Tongji University, China

A dedicated researcher with a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Tsinghua University, this individual has made significant contributions to the fields of solid-state batteries and material interfaces. Their professional journey includes postdoctoral research at prestigious institutions like Stanford University, University of Maryland, and Iowa State’s Ames Laboratory. Currently an Assistant Professor at Tongji University, they focus on cutting-edge materials engineering, specializing in AI-driven material simulations, electrochemical modeling, and energy storage. Their commitment to advancing materials science is reflected in numerous accolades, including national scholarships and outstanding student awards.

Publication Profile

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Education📚 

Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering (2013.08 – 2018.05): Earned at Tsinghua University, this advanced degree provided deep expertise in solid-state physics, quantum mechanics, and materials science. Their Ph.D. research honed their skills in AI-driven simulations and electrochemical modeling, particularly in battery materials. Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science and Engineering (2009.08 – 2013.07): Northwestern Polytechnical University laid the foundation for their passion for materials science, blending theoretical knowledge with practical experience in materials development, simulation, and testing.

Professional Experience🔬 

Assistant Professor, Tongji University (2023.03 – Present): Leading research in materials science, particularly focusing on battery technologies and solid electrolytes.
👨‍🔬 Visiting Scholar/Postdoctoral Associate, Stanford University (2022.05 – 2023.02): Conducted advanced research in chemical engineering with a focus on electrochemical systems. Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Maryland (2019.08 – 2022.04): Focused on the development of solid-state battery materials and interface modeling.
⚛️ Postdoctoral Research Associate, Ames Laboratory, Iowa State University (2018.06 – 2019.07): Worked on the physics of material interfaces and advanced catalytic modeling.

Awards and Honors🏅 

Undergraduate National Scholarship (2011.09): Awarded for academic excellence during their bachelor’s studies. Graduate National Scholarship (2017.09): Recognized for their exceptional research achievements during Ph.D. studies.Outstanding Student Award of Beijing (2015.09): Honored as one of Beijing’s top students for research and academic accomplishments.Excellent Graduate Student Award (2018.06): Commended upon completing their Ph.D. for outstanding research contributions.

Research Focus🔋

Solid-State Batteries: Investigating the interfacial atomistic mechanisms of metal stripping and plating in solid-state batteries. Inorganic Solid Electrolytes: Designing and developing new inorganic solid electrolytes to enhance battery performance. Electrochemical Modeling: Focused on simulating and calculating electrochemical properties of innovative battery materials.Catalytic Materials: Predicting the catalytic performance of layered oxide materials through advanced simulations.Cell Membranes: Studying the interface transport mechanisms in phospholipid bilayers to understand cellular interactions better.

Publication  Top Notes

  • Denary oxide nanoparticles as highly stable catalysts for methane combustion
    🧪 T. Li, Y. Yao, Z. Huang, P. Xie, Z. Liu, M. Yang, et al. (2021). Nature Catalysis, 4(1), 62-70.
    Citations: 218
  • Multi-principal elemental intermetallic nanoparticles synthesized via a disorder-to-order transition
    ⚛️ M. Cui, C. Yang, S. Hwang, M. Yang, et al. (2022). Science Advances, 8(4), eabm4322.
    Citations: 77
  • Interfacial atomistic mechanisms of lithium metal stripping and plating in solid‐state batteries
    🔋 M. Yang, Y. Liu, A. M. Nolan, Y. Mo. (2021). Advanced Materials, 33(11), 2008081.
    Citations: 73
  • Effect of pressure on elastic, mechanical and electronic properties of WSe2: A first-principles study
    🔬 L. Feng, N. Li, M. Yang, Z. Liu. (2014). Materials Research Bulletin, 50, 503-508.
    Citations: 62
  • Fundamental link between β relaxation, excess wings, and cage-breaking in metallic glasses
    🌐 H.B. Yu, M.H. Yang, et al. (2018). The Journal of Physical Chemistry Letters, 9(19), 5877-5883.
    Citations: 59
  • Predicting complex relaxation processes in metallic glass
    🧑‍💻 Y. Sun, M.H. Yang, et al. (2019). Physical Review Letters, 123(10), 105701.
    Citations: 43
  • Facilitating alkaline hydrogen evolution reaction on the hetero-interfaced Ru/RuO2 through Pt single atoms doping
    ⚡ Y. Zhu, M. Klingenhof, M. Yang, et al. (2024). Nature Communications, 15(1), 1447.
    Citations: 40
  • Interfacial defect of lithium metal in solid‐state batteries
    🔋 M. Yang, Y. Mo. (2021). Angewandte Chemie International Edition, 60(39), 21494-21501.
    Citations: 31
  • Lithium crystallization at solid interfaces
    ⚛️ M. Yang, Y. Liu, Y. Mo. (2023). Nature Communications, 14(1), 2986.
    Citations: 24

Conclusion

The candidate’s expertise in materials science, particularly in solid-state batteries, coupled with their strong computational skills and global research experience, makes them a standout contender for the Best Researcher Award. While focusing on enhancing their leadership, publication record, and industry collaborations could bolster their profile, their current trajectory reflects a deep commitment to advancing the field of energy storage and materials innovation. Given their accomplishments and potential for future breakthroughs, they are a highly deserving candidate for this prestigious award.

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