Welcome to the Energy Transport Lab (ETL) in the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Michigan.
Our research combines fundamental studies of micro and nano scale transport processes and fluid-structure interactions to creatively design new materials and devices to improve the efficiency of engineering systems in order to meet the rising demands of energy and water. Our lab focuses on utilizing engineered surfaces in complex thermo-fluidic systems and interfaces to improve heat and mass transfer processes for applications ranging from thermal management to water harvesting.
2025 APS Global Physics Summit 
WI 25 lab outing 
WI 25 group photo 
FA 24 group photo 
FA 24 group outing at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit 
SU 24 BBQ outing 
Yimin on InterPACK 2024 
FA 23 end-of-semester group outing 
FA 23 group outing with Haobo 
WI 23 end of semester lab outing 
WI 23 group photo 
FA 22 APS DFD conference 
SU 22 group photo 
SU 22 group photo 
WI 22 end of semester lab outing 
FA 21 end of semester lab outing 
a water drop impacting a superhydrophobic surface results in corona splash
Current open position
Our lab has opening for postdoc with a strong background on thermal management. We are also looking to hire graduate students. If you are interested in these positions, send your resume to [email protected]. We are always looking for highly motivated students with strong background on fluid mechanics and heat transfer.