Dr. Liang Feng

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Liang Feng is an Assistant Professor in the Thomas Lord Department of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at Duke University. He received his Ph.D. from Texas A&M University in 2020. Dr. Feng's research focuses on innovative materials and mechanisms aimed at addressing critical global challenges in energy and health. His work primarily investigates topics such as carbon capture and removal, energy systems, biomaterials, and soft matter. Dr. Feng's research group is committed to developing advanced materials that can tackle pressing issues related to climate change and environmental sustainability. In addition to his academic contributions, he is a recipient of several prestigious awards and honors, including the Early-Career Innovator Award from ARPA-E and the Scialog Collaborative Innovation Award from the Sloan Foundation. His contributions to the field are recognized through his editorial roles and numerous publications in renowned scientific journals.

Research Interests

Carbon Capture Negative Emissions Decarbonization Critical Materials Bioinspired Soft Matter Polymer Science

Courses

555: Advanced Topics in Mechanical Engineering 491: Special Projects in Mechanical Engineering 490: Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering 331L: Thermodynamics

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)