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Julia Yang, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the School of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Georgia Tech, where her research focuses on sustainable solutions for energy storage and electrification. She is particularly interested in developing low-cost, fast-charging, long-lasting battery materials and minimizing waste through green, near-circular recycling approaches. Her computationally driven work involves investigating the thermodynamics and kinetics of polycrystalline electrodes, stability of electrochemical interfaces, and rational design of green solvents for recycling critical metals found in batteries. By combining first-principles calculations with machine learning and grounded electrochemical experiments, her lab tackles challenging problems in the field. Julia has co-authored over 14 publications and holds four patents. She is a recipient of the Harvard University Center for the Environment Fellowship (2022-2024) and is an alum of NextProf Nexus (2023). Julia is dedicated to educating and inspiring a diverse generation of students, prioritizing equity, inclusivity, and belonging in her classroom.
Georgia Institute of Technology • Atlanta, GA
Conducts research and teaches in the area of chemical and biomolecular engineering, focusing on energy storage and battery materials.
Department of Computer Science: GRE scores are optional for Fall 2026.