Jianchao Ye
About Jianchao Ye
Jianchao Ye is a Staff Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, specializing in 3D membranes and materials with high stiffness and low density. His research focuses on additive manufacturing for energy applications, including decarbonization and fusion energy.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Jianchao Ye has been associated with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) since 2011. He initially served as a Visiting Scholar from 2011 to 2013. Following this role, he transitioned to a Postdoctoral position in 2013, where he has worked for 11 years. In 2016, he advanced to the role of Staff Scientist, where he has continued his research for 8 years. His work at LLNL focuses on additive manufacturing, particularly in energy applications.
Education and Expertise
Jianchao Ye completed his PhD at Hong Kong Polytechnic University from 2008 to 2011. His educational background is further supported by his studies at Shanghai Jiao Tong University. He possesses expertise in solving cracking issues related to the additive manufacturing of ceramics and metals. His research also includes the development of 3D membranes and high stiffness low density materials.
Research Focus on Energy Applications
Jianchao Ye's research primarily targets additive manufacturing for energy applications. He investigates methods for decarbonization and fusion energy, contributing to advancements in sustainable energy solutions. His current projects include the dry processing of structured electrodes for solid-state lithium batteries, which aims to enhance energy storage technologies.
Background
Before joining Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Jianchao Ye worked at Hong Kong Polytechnic University as a PhD candidate for three years. His academic and research experiences have laid a solid foundation for his current work in advanced materials and energy applications.