Materials Science and Chemical Engineering
Materials Science and Chemical Engineering
Objective
This program aims to cultivate high-level professionals with strong theoretical foundations and practical skills in materials science and chemical engineering. Graduates will be equipped to:
Develop innovative materials and processes to address key challenges in aerospace, new energy, healthcare, environmental protection, and industrial sustainability.
Conduct interdisciplinary research and solve complex problems in functional materials, energy conversion, green chemical processes, and environmental catalysis.
Meet the demands of industries and research institutions in cutting-edge technology and sustainable development.
Research Areas
1. Polymer Functional Materials
Achievements: Published over 300 papers (140 indexed by SCI/EI), authorized 50+ patents, and received two Second Prizes for Scientific and Technological Progress and one Third Prize for Technology Invention.
Research Focus:
Development of specialty rubbers, high-performance electronic packaging materials, 3D printing resins, nano air purification materials, and smart gels to meet the demands of aerospace, new energy, and medical industries
2. Inorganic Non-Metallic Functional Materials
Achievements: Published over 200 papers (120 indexed by SCI/EI), authorized 20+ patents, and received two Third Prizes for Scientific and Technological Progress.
Research Focus:
Development of high-performance battery materials, supercapacitor materials, magnetic and fluorescent materials, and thermoelectric conversion materials, with applications in new energy vehicles, rail transportation, and biomedical fields.
3. Environmentally Friendly Chemical Processes
Achievements: Published over 180 papers (90 indexed by SCI/EI), authorized 20+ patents, and received one Second Prize and one Third Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress.
Research Focus:
Research on green chemical reactor scale-up, multiphase flow measurement technologies, environmentally friendly fine chemical processes, novel separation techniques, and catalytic material development.
4. Energy Conversion and Utilization Technologies
Achievements: Published over 140 papers (70 indexed by SCI/EI), authorized 40+ patents, and received one Second Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress and one Second Prize for Basic Research Achievements.
Research Focus:
Clean conversion of biomass, coal, and natural gas into environmentally friendly chemicals and fuels.
Development of coal-based clean fuels, fine chemical products, and waste oil utilization technologies.
5. Environmental Catalytic Reaction Technologies
Achievements: Published over 150 papers (60 indexed by SCI/EI), authorized 17 patents, and received one Second Prize for Technology Invention and one Third Prize for Scientific and Technological Progress.
Research Focus:
Development of clean fuel production processes, NOx/SOx emission reduction technologies, VOCs treatment, industrial wastewater treatment, and recycling of waste plastics and oils.
Career
Graduates of the program have broad career opportunities in research and development, process design, and industrial applications in fields such as:
Functional Materials: Development of high-performance polymers, energy storage materials, and advanced composites.
Energy Conversion and Green Technologies: Clean fuel production, biomass utilization, and green chemical processes.
Environmental Protection: Catalytic technologies for emission reduction, VOCs control, and waste recycling.
Graduates are highly sought after by high-tech enterprises, research institutions, and government agencies, contributing to innovation in materials science, energy technology, and sustainable industrial development.