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Yi Wang is a Golomb Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics at Purdue University's Department of Mathematics, affiliated with the College of Science. His research focuses on advanced materials science, particularly 2D semiconductors like tellurene and selenene, with applications in optoelectronics, energy harvesting, and neuromorphic engineering. He explores material properties such as chirality-dependent electrical responses, strain engineering, and quantum phenomena like spin-orbit interactions. His work bridges theoretical simulations and experimental fabrication, addressing challenges in nanoelectronics and wearable sensors.
Key research themes include the development of memristors for synaptic emulation, photocatalytic oxidation systems, and pressure sensors inspired by biological structures. He has contributed to understanding superconducting field-effect transistors and gate-tunable spintronic behaviors in layered materials. Publications highlight interdisciplinary approaches to material design and device optimization for applications in photonics, robotics, and biomedical interfaces.
Notable contributions include the revival of tellurium as a 2D semiconductor and advancements in van der Waals heterostructure optoelectronics. His research often involves collaborations across materials chemistry, physics, and engineering disciplines, reflecting a commitment to translating fundamental discoveries into functional devices.