Joshua Young

Joshua Young is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT). His research focuses on material science, ferroelectric materials, and computational chemistry, with emphasis on energy storage, electrocatalysis, and environmental applications. He leads or collaborates on federally funded projects such as the NSF-supported 'Electrified Membrane System for Chemical-Free Nitrogen Recovery from Nitrate Contaminated Water' and 'Center for Integrated Material Science and Engineering of Pharmaceutical Products (CIMSEPP)'. His work spans thin film growth, nonlinear optical materials, and machine learning-driven sensor calibration. He has authored/co-authored over 57 publications and holds an h-index of 24 with 4,171 citations.

Key projects include the design and analysis of hybrid improper ferroelectric phases, development of membrane systems for wastewater treatment, and computational modeling of battery materials. His research integrates experimental and theoretical methods, addressing challenges in energy conversion, environmental remediation, and advanced materials. Collaborations span academia and industry, with active engagements in interdisciplinary initiatives.

• Grants & Projects:
  • NSF Award (2023-2026): Accurate Atomic Structure and Symmetry Determination of New Hybrid Improper Ferroelectric Phases
  • NSF-BSF Grant (2022-2026): Electrified Membrane System for Chemical-Free Nitrogen Recovery
  • IUCRC Phase I: Center for Integrated Material Science and Engineering of Pharmaceutical Products (2022-2027)
• Research Interests: Ferroelectric phases, density functional theory, electrochemical sensors, perovskite photovoltaics, and environmental nanomaterials.

His publications highlight advancements in single-atom catalysts for CO₂ reduction, structural instabilities in perovskites, and machine learning applications in sensor technology. Media engagements include discussions on AI in academia and science competitions involving K-12 students.