Prof. Yan Wang

Dr. Yan Wang is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Nevada, Reno. He completed his PhD studies in Mechanical Engineering at Purdue University, West Lafayette, and has been awarded numerous accolades, including the prestigious NSF CAREER Award (2020) and the ACS PRF Doctoral New Investigator Award (2019). Dr. Wang recently led projects in the areas of Nano Thermal Mechanical Engineering, Energy Material Design, Advanced Manufacturing, and Multiphysics Modeling. He has published over 40 papers in various prestigious journals and serves as a reviewer for more than 40 journals, including ACS Nano, Advanced Materials, and Nano Letters, as well as for research projects. His teaching disciplines include thermal and mechanical processes, energy transport and conversion mechanisms, and advanced manufacturing techniques. His interests include sustainable energy technologies, thermal transport influenced by various heat carriers, and the development of novel materials with unique thermal and electrical properties. Dr. Wang is also known for his engaging lectures and practical application of engineering principles, making him a highly respected figure in both academia and the engineering community.