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Dr. Yuan Tian is a VC2020 Senior Lecturer at De Montfort University (DMU) within the School of Engineering and Sustainable Development, Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media. He is affiliated with the Institute of Energy and Sustainable Development (IESD), where he conducts research in thermal energy systems and sustainable engineering.
- Current Position: VC2020 Senior Lecturer, De Montfort University (2018–present)
- Previous Roles: Lecturer at Aston University (2017–2018), Diamond Jubilee Lecturer at University of Hertfordshire (2013–2017), Research Associate and PhD Student at University of Warwick (2008–2013)
Dr. Tian holds a PhD from the University of Warwick, a PgCert in Teaching in UK Higher Education from the University of Hertfordshire, and a BEng (Distinction) from Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU).
His research focuses on thermal energy storage, phase change materials (PCM), energy-efficient buildings, waste heat recovery, and battery thermal management. He employs computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and experimental methods to enhance heat transfer in porous media such as metal foams. His work bridges fundamental thermal science with practical applications in renewable energy and smart grids.
The 15 most recent publications reflect a consistent focus on thermal performance in energy storage systems, particularly in PCMs and battery thermal management. His research spans experimental, numerical, and review studies, published in high-impact journals like Applied Energy and International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer. Key themes include heat transfer enhancement, multiphysics modeling, and system-level optimization.
- EPSRC PhD Scholarship (2008–2012)
- Henry Lester Scholarship (2012)
- Outstanding PhD Completion Award, University of Warwick (2012)
- Great Britain–China Scholarship (2012)
- Chinese Government Award for Outstanding Self-financed Students Abroad (2012)
- Most Downloaded Article of the Year, Applied Energy (2014)
Dr. Tian has been actively involved in research funding and peer review, serving in the EPSRC Peer Review College and ranked among the Top 5% Grants Reviewers (2017–18). He regularly reviews for over 85 international journals and has served on the Science Board of the UK Energy Storage Research Hub and the IEA Energy Storage Experts Panel. He led the successful accreditation of DMU's Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering programs (2018–19).
He is affiliated with the Institute of Energy and Sustainable Development (IESD) at DMU, a leading research center in sustainable energy technologies. His work includes consultancy with the Building Research Establishment (BRE) on fire spreading systems and ongoing collaborations with international institutions.
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