Yi Gu

Prof. Yi Gu is a Professor of Physics at Washington State University's Department of Physics and Astronomy, housed within the College of Arts and Sciences. His research focuses on synthesizing and characterizing two-dimensional (2D) atomically thin materials using chemical vapor deposition (CVD) and advanced scanning probe microscopy techniques. Key areas include structural phase transitions and ferroelectric properties in 2D materials. His lab is located in Webster Physical Sciences 936 and 932, with an office in room 544.

Research interests emphasize material synthesis control, composition optimization, and multifunctional microscopy analysis (scanning photocurrent, piezoresponse force, Kelvin probe force microscopy). No formal education details are provided here, but his work bridges nanotechnology and energy storage applications. Recent publications (2020) highlight advancements in protein-based fabrics for filtration, durable electrolytes for lithium-sulfur batteries, and woven-like protein nanofabrics.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned. Advising focuses on graduate students working in his lab, though specific advisee names are not listed. His lab facilities support cutting-edge material characterization and synthesis efforts.