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Anming Hu is an Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical, Aerospace and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK), where he has served since August 2019. Previously, he held positions as an Assistant Professor (2013-2019) and Research Assistant Professor (2009-2013) at UTK and the University of Waterloo. His research focuses on nanomanufacturing, laser processing, 3D microprinting, nanojoining, and nanotechnology applications in energy and environmental systems. He holds two PhDs: one in Laser Physics (2008, University of Waterloo) and another in Condensed Matter Physics (1997, Chinese Academy of Sciences).
Education:
- PhD in Laser Physics, University of Waterloo, 2008
- PhD in Condensed Matter Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 1997
- MSc in Condensed Matter Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, 1993
- BSc in Physics, Shandong University, 1990
Research Interests: Dr. Hu’s work spans cutting-edge nanotechnology and laser-based manufacturing. Key areas include high-entropy alloys, memristor devices, energy storage systems, and environmental remediation. His innovations in femtosecond laser processing and nanojoining have advanced applications in electronics, batteries, and medical devices. Recent projects highlight breakthroughs in aluminum-air batteries and plasmonic nanostructures for SERS analysis.
Awards:
- 2025: Fellow of Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF)
- 2015: Innovative Faculty Award (UTK)
- 2000: New Energy Development Organization Fellowship (Japan)
- 1998: Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship (Germany)
Advising & Grants: Dr. Hu has led interdisciplinary research initiatives, including NSF-funded studies on nanomaterials and advanced manufacturing. He actively participates in conference organization (e.g., International Conference on Nano-Micro Joining) and serves on technical committees for materials science. His lab focuses on bridging fundamental research with industrial applications, emphasizing sustainability and scalability.
Labs/Teams: He is affiliated with the MABE Maker Lab and collaborates with institutions like Harvard University and Beijing University of Technology on joint research projects.
