Haw Yang

Haw Yang is a Professor of Chemistry at Princeton University, affiliated with the Department of Chemistry. His research focuses on experimental physical chemistry, particularly in complex systems such as nanomaterials, single-molecule protein dynamics, and advanced instrumentation development. He leads the Haw Yang Lab, which explores chemical dynamics in environments like cellular interiors and fuel cell interfaces.

Research interests include spectroscopy, chemical biology, and theoretical chemistry. Notable contributions include nanoparticle artificial molecules, single-molecule FRET techniques, and plasmonic nano-probes. His lab develops cutting-edge tools like the PAUL curvilinear system for super-resolution imaging and change-point detection algorithms for data analysis.

Publications highlight advancements in nanoparticle synthesis, plasmonics, and protein dynamics. Technical innovations include open-source software for single-molecule analysis. The lab collaborates widely, addressing challenges in nanotechnology, biophysics, and energy systems.