Liang Yu

Liang Yu is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical Engineering at Luleå University of Technology's Department of Civil, Environmental and Natural Resources Engineering. His research focuses on chemical technology with particular emphasis on membrane processes for gas separation.

Research Interests

Dr. Yu's research spans several key areas in chemical engineering and materials science. His primary focus is on zeolite membrane technology for gas separation applications, particularly for biogas and natural gas upgrading. He investigates the fundamental properties of small-pore zeolites including DDR, CHA, and MFI structures, with emphasis on their adsorption characteristics and separation performance. His work combines experimental studies with process design to develop efficient membrane systems that can operate under various temperature and pressure conditions. Dr. Yu also conducts research in microchannel reactor technology for materials synthesis and investigates metallurgical processes related to aluminum alloys.

Research Trends

Dr. Yu's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on advancing membrane technology for sustainable energy applications. His work on DDR zeolite membranes shows exceptional performance for CO₂/CH₄ separation across wide temperature ranges, with potential applications in biogas upgrading. He also explores fundamental adsorption phenomena in small-pore zeolites and investigates metallurgical challenges in recycled aluminum alloys. His research bridges fundamental materials science with practical engineering applications for cleaner energy production.

Advising and Professional Activities

Dr. Yu serves as a supervisor for doctoral research at Luleå University of Technology. He has supervised Iliana Kyriazidou's doctoral thesis on "Adsorption and Separation in Small-Pore Zeolites: From fundamental studies to membrane process design for biogas and natural gas upgrading." His research appears in high-impact journals including Separation and Purification Technology, Microporous and Mesoporous Materials, and Chemical Engineering and Processing.