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Dr. Miao Yu is a Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at the State University of New York at Buffalo (SUNY Buffalo), affiliated with the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Previously, he served as an Associate Professor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (2017–2021) and an Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina (2012–2017). His research focuses on advanced membrane technologies for energy-efficient separations, carbon capture, and hydrogen production.
- B.S., Tianjin University (1998)
- M.S., Tianjin University (2002)
- Ph.D., University of Colorado Boulder (2007)
- Postdoctoral Researcher, CU-Boulder (2007–2010)
Dr. Yu’s work spans nanostructured membranes, zeolite-based materials, and ionic liquid composites, targeting applications in CO2 capture, ammonia separation, and hydrogen production. He has pioneered catalytic membrane reactors and nano-confined liquid systems for industrial gas processing and water purification. His research integrates materials science, chemical kinetics, and process engineering to address energy and environmental challenges.
The 15 most recent publications highlight advancements in CO2 capture membranes using graphene oxide and ionic liquids, hydrogen production via ammonia decomposition, and CO2 hydrogenation for liquid fuels. Key trends include interfacial engineering, nanostructure tuning, and hybrid systems for carbon utilization and water treatment.
- 2015 NSF Career Award
- 2016 University of South Carolina Breakthrough Star Award
- 2018 Priti and Mukesh Chatter Career Development Chair
- 2013 Inventevent 3rd Award
Dr. Yu has secured grants for energy and environmental research, including projects on transformational membranes for carbon capture and modular reactor systems. His Yu Research Group develops scalable membrane technologies for water purification, lithium-sulfur batteries, and pharmaceutical contaminant removal, collaborating with institutions like the National Carbon Capture Center.
