Our Research Group
Solving tough scientific and engineering problems requires an inclusive environment that values innovation, creativity, trust, respect, open communication and teamwork. We work to create a multidisciplinary and inclusive research environment that is radically open-minded and innovative.
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In AFHTL, we welcome the talented people with great visions into our clean energy future!
The Team
Principal Investigator
Assistant Professor, Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of Missouri
Ph.D. Pennsylvania State University, 2019
M.S. Shanghai Jiao Tong University, 2014
B.S. Xi'an Jiaotong University, 2011
Congshan Mao
Graduate Student, Mechanical Engineering
Ph.D. University of Missouri-Columbia, 2023-Present
M.S. Purdue University Northwest, 2022
B.S. China University of Petroleum (East China), 2019
Max Vandeginste
Undergraduate Student, Mechanical Engineering
B.S. University of Missouri-Columbia, 2022-Present
Tahir Waqas
Incoming Graduate Student, Mechanical Engineering
Jackson Elrick
Undergraduate Student, Mechanical Engineering
B.S. University of Missouri-Columbia, 2023-Present
Alumni
Parker Rockholm
Undergraduate Student, Mechanical Engineering
B.S. University of Missouri-Columbia, 2019-2023
We have positions open! Let's get in touch!
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For graduate students seeking enrollment in 2024/2025, please click the link above for detailed information
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We always welcome highly motivated undergraduate to join our lab. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Jin at yj5cy@missouri.edu. Additional financial aid information can be found here
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We also welcome visiting students and scholars from all over the world! To connect for opportunities, please send your Resume/CV and Representative Publications (if any) to Dr. Jin at yj5cy@missouri.edu