Deyang Qu, an internationally recognized energy-storage and renewable energy expert, was named a UWM Distinguished Professor in May. Qu is a Johnson Controls Endowed Professorship in Energy Storage Research and is chair of the Department of Mechanical Engineering in UWM\u2019s College of Engineering & Applied Science.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At the pinnacle of their careers, UWM Distinguished Professors have had significant impact on their fields of study. With remarkable productivity, international reputations, and glowing testimonials from peers, they continue to make significant scholarly contributions to their disciplines. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Qu has made extraordinary contributions to the electrochemistry and electrochemical engineering of next-generation batteries, including long-lasting lithium-ion, Li-Air and Li-sulfur batteries and capacitators such as those used in electric vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In layman\u2019s terms, he explains that he applies his knowledge of chemistry and technology to advance electrification, which in turn burns less fossil fuel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIf I can contribute to new battery technology by helping to create a battery that lasts significantly longer, that would be like hitting a home run,\u201d he said. \u201cDoing research that plays a part in turning around global warming became my passion.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n