Dr. Xiaofeng Qian

Associate Professor

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Biography

Xiaofeng Qian is an Associate Professor in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at Texas A&M University. He also holds a joint appointment in the Department of Physics and Astronomy and is an affiliated faculty in the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering. His research focuses on the theory, discovery, and design of materials for energy applications, including device design aided by high-throughput computing. Qian's work explores two-dimensional materials, multi-physical properties, and novel device concepts. His expertise includes electronic, thermal, and ionic transport in energy materials and electronic optical devices. He is also involved in first-principles methodology development, aiming for efficient and accurate predictions of ground-state and excited-state properties of materials. His academic contributions include multiscale materials modeling and understanding complex physical and chemical processes.

Research Interests

Awards

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Dean Engineering Excellence Award

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Engineering Genesis Award Multidisciplinary Research

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AZZ Faculty Fellow Award

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Young Faculty Fellow Award

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Materials Rising Star Award

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Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Award

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Manson Benedict Fellowship

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.