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Erik Kjeang is a Professor and Graduate Student Supervisor in the School of Mechatronic Systems Engineering at Simon Fraser University. He specializes in sustainable energy systems, polymer electrolyte membrane (PEM) fuel cells, and microfluidic/nanofluidic energy conversion. His research focuses on improving fuel cell durability, material design, and system performance through advanced characterization and modeling.
Educations:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Victoria (2007)
- M.Sc. and B.Sc. in Energy Engineering, Umea University, Sweden (2004)
Teaching: Courses include MSE 210 (Engineering Measurement), MSE 223 (Fluid Mechanics), and MSE 422/722 (Fuel Cell Systems). Recent course offering: MSE 210 D100 in Fall 2025.
Research Interests: Fuel cell durability under extreme conditions (freeze-thaw, high temperature), membrane degradation mechanisms, hydrogen storage materials, and advanced manufacturing techniques for energy systems. His work integrates experimental and computational methods to address real-world challenges in sustainable energy.
Advising & Grants: Supervises graduate students in fuel cell technology and material science. Active in securing research funding for energy innovation projects.
Labs & Teams: Involved in SFU's energy research labs focusing on fuel cell durability, microfluidic systems, and sustainable material development.
