Our scientific mission is to understand the fundamental principles of physics and materials science at the nanoscale, and to apply nanoscience and nanotechnologies to advance energy efficiency and renewable energy solutions. 

We are dedicated to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in our research and educational endeavors!

Research Interest

Condensed Matter Physics, Electrochemistry, Electrochromic, Charge Transfer

As a faculty and principal investigator, Dr. Dong has led several innovative research projects in her career path, notably in developing a fuel cell membrane diagnostics tool for the Million Mile Fuel Cell Truck (M2FCT) Consortia, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DoE), Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technologies Office, and NSF I-Corps program, PFAS sensor research funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF), and PFAS removal funded by New Jersey Health Foundations (NJHF). 

Dr. Dong's interdisciplinary research approach integrates thin solid films, electrochemistry, electronics, and nanomechanics, addressing critical needs in energy, environmental and health challenges today. 

The research interests are dynamic and broad, currently including 

1) Electrochromic materials and devices

2) Transistor sensors

3) Cantilever nanomechanical sensors