Xiang Wang
About Xiang Wang
Xiang Wang is a Research Staff member at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, specializing in catalytic reactors and reaction mechanisms. He has supervised graduate students and has extensive experience in catalyst synthesis and characterization.
Current Position at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Xiang Wang has been serving as Research Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2019. His role involves conducting advanced research in the field of chemistry, particularly focusing on catalytic processes. Wang's expertise contributes to the laboratory's initiatives in developing innovative solutions in energy and environmental sciences.
Previous Experience in Research and Industry
Prior to his current position, Xiang Wang worked at several prestigious institutions. He was a Postdoctoral Research Associate at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory from 2013 to 2016. He also held a Postdoctoral Fellow position at Northwestern University for eight months in 2017. Additionally, he worked as a Senior Engineer in Catalyst Technology at Cummins Inc. from 2017 to 2019, where he applied his knowledge in industrial applications.
Educational Background in Chemistry
Xiang Wang's educational journey includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry from Northeastern University (CN) from 2003 to 2007. He further pursued a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Heterogeneous Catalysis at the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, from 2007 to 2013. He also studied Physical Chemistry at the University of Science and Technology of China for one year in 2007-2008.
Research Supervision and Mentorship
Xiang Wang has supervised three graduate students in a research laboratory over a span of four years. His mentorship has guided students through their research projects, fostering their development in the field of chemistry and catalysis.
Expertise in Catalysis and Reaction Mechanisms
Xiang Wang possesses extensive expertise in designing and maintaining catalytic reactors and operando characterization systems. His strong background includes reaction mechanism and kinetic analysis, focusing on activation energy and kinetic simulation. He has significant experience in synthesizing catalysts and additives using various methods, including sol-gel processes, co-precipitation, and hydrothermal reactions.