Wenming Yang

Dr. Wenming Yang is an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS). He has been with NUS since 2000, progressing from Research Fellow to Assistant Professor in 2011 and Associate Professor since 2017. His research focuses on combustion technologies across multiple scales and applications.

• Current research areas include internal combustion engines using biofuels, emulsion fuels, and natural gas
• Development of high-efficiency, low-emission boilers (grate biomass, pulverized coal, CFB, incinerators)
• Design of micro thermophotovoltaic power generators
• Active collaboration in computational modeling and experimental validation

Dr. Yang's recent publications (2003-2015) primarily address combustion optimization, emissions control, and microscale energy systems. His work spans fundamental chemical kinetics to applied engine modeling, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and alternative fuels.

Scientific Recognition

• Dean’s Chair Professor (2020) – NUS College of Engineering

Academic Contributions

• Teaches Energy Conversion Process (ME3221), Internal Combustion Engine (ME4227), and Air-Conditioning and Building Automation (ME5204)
• Leads the GSTPG Lab, focusing on combustion innovation and energy systems
• Actively seeks Ph.D. candidates for research in IC engines, WTE plants, and biomass boiler technologies