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, where he leads the Nano Advanced Clean Energy (NanoFACE) laboratory. His research focuses on the rational design, development, and application of novel nanostructured materials for energy-related technologies. Dr. Wang has made significant contributions to the field of advanced energy materials, particularly in the areas of lithium-ion batteries, sodium-ion batteries, electrochemical energy storage, and battery recycling. In addition to his work on traditional batteries, he is actively involved in research on electrocatalytic systems for clean energy technologies, including water electrolyzers and systems for electrochemical CO2 reduction. He has a strong academic background, holding a Ph.D. in Chemical Biomolecular Engineering from the University of California, Los Angeles. His extensive research efforts have established him as a leading expert in the field of clean energy materials, combining fundamental studies with practical applications. Dr. Wang's work is aimed at developing next-generation high-performance clean energy technologies, with a focus on sustainability and efficiency.

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 • Montreal, QC

Postdoctoral Fellow Researcher

2013-11-01 — 2017-07-01

University of Waterloo • Waterloo, ON

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