Guiyan Zang

Washington State University-Tri-Cities is offering exciting opportunities for PhD and master's students to join the lab of Associate Professor Guiyan Zang. The research focuses on techno-economic analysis (TEA), life cycle analysis (LCA), and supply chain analysis, with applications in low-carbon fuel and material production, data center power supplementation, and artificial intelligence (AI)/machine learning (ML) based supply chain analysis. Students will engage in interdisciplinary research at the intersection of mechanical engineering, environmental science, and chemical engineering. Applicants should have a background in mechanical engineering, environmental science, chemical engineering, or a related field. The lab is seeking two PhD students and several master's students to start in August 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to send their CV, transcripts, and writing samples to Associate Professor Guiyan Zang at [email protected]. This is an excellent opportunity to work on cutting-edge research topics with real-world impact in sustainability and advanced analytics. For more information, visit the supervisor's LinkedIn profile or contact directly via email. The application window is open for Fall 2026 admissions.