Application
Thermoelectrics
Thermoelectrics is a rapidly evolving field centered on the direct interconversion of heat and electricity through the Seebeck and Peltier effects. This unique capability enables the development of solid-state devices that can generate electricity from waste heat or provide localized cooling without any moving parts, fluids, or greenhouse gas emissions. As global energy demands continue to rise alongside the urgency for sustainable and efficient technologies, thermoelectric materials and devices have attracted significant attention across both academia and industry. Their potential spans a wide range of applications—from powering remote sensors and wearable electronics to recovering waste heat in industrial processes and enhancing the efficiency of automotive and aerospace systems. However, the widespread adoption of thermoelectrics remains limited by the challenge of simultaneously optimizing their electrical conductivity, Seebeck coefficient, and thermal conductivity. Addressing this challenge requires innovative strategies in materials design, architecture optimization, and system integration. In our research, we explore novel approaches to maximize the thermoelectric energy conversion efficiency through the development of 3D designs and printing of thermoelectric architectures and advanced materials. As well, we develop cost-effective manufacturing methods for efficient thermoelectric devices by 3D printing.
Electronics
We are developing novel all-inorganic inks composed of molecular inorganic complexes and nanocrystals, specifically tailored for applications in semiconductor and memory devices. These functional inks enable the fabrication of high-performance devices through solution-processed thin films or precisely patterned arrays achieved via nanoscale 3D architecturing techniques. Our research aims to expand the application scope of these materials, exploring their potential in next-generation semiconductors, non-volatile memory systems, and emerging electronic platforms that demand scalable, cost-effective, and high-resolution manufacturing approaches.
Catalyst
Catalysts are necessary parts for chemical reactions, which control the overall reaction rates. As the further decrease of the size of materials to nanometer scale, their electrical and physical properties can be changed. One of the fascinating properties of nanomaterials is a high surface-to-volume ratio, which maximizes catalytically active sites. Also, the usage of noble metal (e.g. Pt, Pd) can be drastically reduced as the efficiency of the catalyst is maintained. We are synthesizing platinum and other transition metals based catalytic nanoparticles for high catalytic efficiency and further designing catalyst precursors for improved durability and stability.
