XIE POLYMER LAB
PI: Shuyi Xie, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor in Chemical Engineering, Texas A&M University
Educational Background
Postdoctoral Scholar, University of California Santa Barbara - 2023
Ph.D., University of Minnesota Twin Cities – 2020
B.S., Wuhan University – 2015
Research Interests
Polymer Physics
Ion-containing Polymers
Block Copolymers and Polymer Blends
Plastic Recycling and Upcycling
X-ray and Neutron Scattering
Ph.D. Students
Jie Xu
1st year Ph.D. Student (2023-)
M.S. Materials Physics and Chemistry/ Sun Yat-Sen University (2023)
B.S. Chemical Engineering and Technology/Sun Yat-Sen University (2020)
I am from China and I have a bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering from Sun Yat-Sen University. During my junior year, I joined the thermodynamics lab, where I focused on the kinetic and thermodynamic properties of phase change processes. I continued working in the same lab for my master's degree in Materials Physics and Chemistry. In my spare time, I enjoy doing sports, dancing, and traveling.
Chia-Chi Tsai
1st year Ph.D. Student (2023-)
M.S. Chemical Engineering/Purdue University (2019)
B.S. Chemical and Materials Engineering/National Central University(2018)
I am from Taiwan. I got my bachelor's degree in Chemical and Materials Engineering at National Central University. I joined nanomaterials lab for my undergraduate research focusing on easy-cleaning, wear-resistance zirconium thin film. After that, I got my master's degree in Chemical Engineering at Purdue University and worked in Nan Ya Plastics Corp, America as a Chemical Engineer in Sales for three and a half years in South Carolina. I like to play golf and travel around.
We are excited to welcome aspiring and talented individuals to join our dynamic research group. Our goal is to design and understand advanced polymer materials that pave the way for a greener and more sustainable future.
Opportunities for PhD and Undergraduate Students:
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PhD Candidates: Our research projects offer a unique blend of fundamental polymer physics and cutting-edge sustainable materials development. You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, as well as opportunities to present your work at leading conferences.
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Undergraduate Students: Are you enthusiastic about conducting meaningful research as an undergraduate student? Join us as an undergraduate research assistant and get hands-on experience in various aspects of polymer science. Whether you are considering a future in academia or industry, this opportunity will equip you with valuable skills and knowledge.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates can apply by submitting their applications to shuyixie@tamu.edu. Please include a CV and a brief statement of research interests.