Dr. Xiaolei Wang

Professor

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Biography

Xiaolei Wang is a full professor in the Department of Chemical and Materials Engineering at the University of Alberta. He holds a Canada Research Chair on Batteries, focusing on the rational design, development, and application of novel nanostructured materials for energy-related technologies. His research primarily revolves around advanced energy materials, including lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion batteries, and supercapacitors. Dr. Wang's Nano Advanced Clean Energy (NanoFACE) laboratory is dedicated to clean energy technologies, emphasizing electrochemical systems and battery recycling. His academic journey includes various professional appointments, transitioning from a postdoctoral fellow at the University of Waterloo to his current position at the University of Alberta. Dr. Wang obtained his Ph.D. in Chemical Biomolecular Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in 2013, following a Master's degree from Tianjin University in China and a Bachelor's degree from Dalian University of Technology. He has been recognized for his contributions to sustainable energy and is actively involved in advancing the field of energy storage and electrochemical technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2025-07-01 — Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Associate Professor

2023-07-01 — 2025-06-01

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Assistant Professor

2019-08-01 — 2023-06-01

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Assistant Professor

2017-08-01 — 2019-07-01

Concordia University •

Postdoctoral Fellow Researcher

2013-11-01 — 2017-07-01

University of Waterloo •

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management