Keyou (Sam) Mao, Ph.D.

Data science and machine learning in materials informatics and advanced electron microscopy analysis.

Fundamental irradiation effects of solids from atomistic- to macro-scale response in microstructural (microchemistry) and mechanical evolution, with a particular focus on in-situ electron microscopy.

Development and characterization of novel functional materials such as stretchable electronics, Li-ion batteries for extreme environments, and high-temperature composites for aerospace applications.

Energy policy research on the economic, social, planning, and environmental aspects on sustainable energy for industrial engineering.