Deyang Qu

Dr. Deyang Qu is the Johnson Controls Endowed Professor in Energy Storage Research and Department Chair of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM). He also holds the title of UWM Distinguished Professor in Mechanical Engineering. His research focuses on advanced energy storage systems, including solid-state Li batteries, Li-S batteries, Li-ion batteries, metal-air batteries, and fuel cells. He leads projects funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and industry partners.

Education

• PhD in Chemistry, University of Ottawa, Canada (1993)
• BSc in Chemistry, Wuhan University, China (1986)

Research Interests

Dr. Qu’s work addresses critical challenges in renewable energy storage, including solid-state and beyond Li-ion battery technologies. His lab develops novel materials for supercapacitors, fuel cells, and hydrogen storage systems. Key areas include electrolyte optimization, electrode design, and electrochemical mechanisms in energy conversion systems.

Grants & Collaborations

• Funded by DOE’s Office of Vehicle Technologies for solid-state and Li-S battery research
• Industry partnerships for Li-ion and fuel cell advancements

Labs & Teams

His research group collaborates across disciplines to advance sustainable energy solutions, with a focus on translating laboratory innovations into real-world applications.