Dr. Xiong Xiao

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Xiong Xiao is an Adjunct Research Fellow in the Fluid Science Resources Group at the University of Western Australia. His research focuses on thermodynamic transport properties, with experience in conducting heat capacity measurements of hydrocarbon mixtures and refrigerants using differential scanning calorimetry. Xiong's work enhances the understanding of the thermodynamic behavior of these mixtures, facilitating improved industry models and preventing operational issues such as solid blockages in pressure vessels. He completed his PhD in Chemical Engineering at UWA in July 2021 and has held a research position since January 2021. His ongoing research includes the modeling of thermophysical properties of various fluids including nitrate solutions and hydrogen-enriched natural gases, as well as collaboration with leading institutions globally. Noteworthy awards include the UWA Research Collaboration Award and the IACT Junior Award. He actively secures funding from prestigious organizations such as the Australia-Japan Foundation and the Australian Nuclear Science Technology Organization.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Research Fellow

2017-01-01 — Present

University of Western Australia • Perth, WA, Australia

Conducting research in the Fluid Science Resources Group focusing on thermodynamic properties of fluids.

Awards

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IACT Junior Awards

2023-01-01
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Outstanding Self-Financed Students Abroad

2023-01-01
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Postgraduate Research Excellence Award

2021-01-01
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UWA Convocation Postgraduate Research Travel Award

2019-01-01

Requirements for University of Western Australia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.8
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:82
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in a relevant field Personal Statement Curriculum Vitae
Application Checklist
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  • English Language Proficiency Proof
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • Proof of Identity
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standardized across the Graduate School for most Master by Coursework programs at UWA.