IDEELab | Energy Science
Jian Zhao, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Innovation Research
Overview
Dr. Jian Zhao is an Assistant Professor in the Michael W. Hall School of Mechanical Engineering at Mississippi State University (MSU). His research is dedicated to advancing green energy technologies to support the decarbonization of energy systems through cutting-edge experimental and modeling approaches. His expertise spans several key areas, including advanced energy systems, electrochemical energy conversion, thermochemical energy storage, carbon capture, utilization and sequestration (CCUS), hydrogen and fuel cells, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), experimental and uncertainty analysis, and artificial intelligence/machine learning applications in energy research. Dr. Zhao actively contributes to the global energy research community, serving on the Board of Directors for the International Association for Green Energy (IAGE) and as an assistant editor for the International Journal of Green Energy (IJGE). He also serves as a guest editor for various prestigious journals, such as IJGE and Energy (Elsevier). In addition, he plays a key role in organizing major academic conferences, including ASME Energy Sustainability (ES), the International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition (IMECE), the World Fuel Cell Conference (WFCC), and the International Green Energy Conference (IGEC).
Initiatives and Impact
Research in Electrochemical and Thermochemical Energy Technology
Dr. Zhao's research includes advanced energy systems, electrochemical energy conversion, thermochemical energy storage, carbon capture, utilization, and sequestration (CCUS), hydrogen and fuel cells, and the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning in energy research. His work aims to develop innovative solutions that enhance energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and accelerate the transition to sustainable energy systems, paving the way for emerging future energy technologies.
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