Nam Sun Wang

Nam Sun Wang serves as Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Maryland, College Park, where his work bridges biochemical engineering and sustainable energy innovation.

His academic foundation includes:

• Ph.D. from Caltech (1989)

Professor Wang's research integrates biochemical/bioprocess engineering, biotechnology, and alternative fuels with cutting-edge applications in biosensors and energy systems. Recent projects highlight his group's development of polymer-inorganic solid-electrolyte interphases for solid-state lithium batteries and self-adaptive electrolytes enabling fast-charging high-energy storage—advancements critical for electric transportation and grid-scale energy solutions. His work on alternative fuels intersects with biosensor development for real-time process monitoring in biotechnological applications.

He teaches foundational courses including ENCH 250 (Computer Methods), ENCH 482 (Biochemical Engineering), and ENCH 485 (Biochemical Engineering Laboratory), while mentoring graduate researchers through the Wang Research Group. Current projects demonstrate sustained grant support for battery innovation and sustainable energy systems, particularly through collaborations highlighted in university announcements about lithium-metal battery development and electrolyte design.