معرفی
Dr. Jianhua "Joshua" Tong is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Clemson University, leading the Sustainable Clean Energy Laboratory (SCEL). He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry (2002) from the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Prior to Clemson, he worked at institutions in Japan, the U.S., and China, focusing on sustainable energy and advanced materials. His research emphasizes solid-state ionic materials and devices, including protonic ceramic fuel cells, electrochemical sensors, and CO₂ utilization technologies.
Education
- Ph.D., Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Science (2002)
- M.S., Dalian University of Technology (1998)
- B.S., Liaoning Shihua University (1995)
Research Focus
Dr. Tong’s work spans energy materials and devices, including low-temperature fuel cells, 3D-printed ceramics, laser processing, and machine learning for material discovery. His lab develops innovative solutions for hydrogen production, solar fuels, and carbon capture. Key methodologies include additive manufacturing, reactive sintering, and electrochemical synthesis.
Publications
His over 60 peer-reviewed articles and patents highlight advancements in proton-conducting ceramics, laser-sintered materials, and electrolysis systems. Recent trends focus on 3D-printed energy devices and AI-driven material design.
Labs & Teams
The SCEL lab integrates interdisciplinary approaches to address global energy challenges, emphasizing scalability and sustainability in clean energy technologies.
