IDEELab | Innovation Research
Gang Li, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor, Innovation Research
Overview
Dr. Gang Li has made outstanding contributions to energy technology innovation and commercialization through his impactful work with the IDEELab. By integrating energy technology commercialization and entrepreneurship into educational activities, he has accelerated the transition of cutting-edge energy technologies from research to market. His diverse research portfolio includes distributed renewable energy systems, artificial intelligence applications for sustainable energy, and intellectual property development. Within the IDEELab, Dr. Li has pioneered innovative training programs that combine technical expertise with entrepreneurial skills, equipping students to address complex challenges in techno-economic assessment for renewable energy commercialization. His dedication to bridging academic research and practical implementation advances energy technology while inspiring the next generation of engineers and entrepreneurs to lead in the sustainable energy sector.
Initiatives and Impact
Green Energy Technologies Research
Dr. Zhao's research focuses on advancing green energy technologies, including carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), hydrogen and fuel cells, thermochemical energy storage, and energy recovery. He utilizes advanced experimental and modeling techniques in his work.
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