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Xiawa Wang

Assistant Professor of Material Science at Duke Kunshan University
DKU Faculty

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Assistant Professor of Material Science at Duke Kunshan University · 2020 - Present DKU Faculty

Recent Publications


Design and optimization of infrared radiation barrier using omnidirectional reflectors

Journal Article Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells · October 15, 2025 In this work, we designed and optimized a one-dimensional (1D) photonic crystal (PhC) for the application of a thermal radiation barrier. The insulation relies on the omnidirectional bandgap to reflect electromagnetic radiation regardless of its incident a ... Full text Open Access Cite

Spectrum-tailorable two-dimensional silicon–titanium nitride selective emitter by photon recycling for thermophotovoltaic applications

Journal Article Solar Energy Materials and Solar Cells · July 1, 2025 Thermophotovoltaic (TPV) systems have gained attention for their ability to convert radiant energy from heat sources into electricity. One major challenge is fabricating a spectrum-tailorable selective emitter with high performance at elevated temperatures ... Full text Open Access Cite

Experimental evidence of crystal-field, Zeeman-splitting, and spin-phonon excitations in the quantum supersolid Na2BaCo(PO4)2

Journal Article Physical Review B · April 15, 2025 Drawing inspiration from the recent breakthroughs in the Na2BaCo(PO4)2 quantum magnet, renowned for its spin supersolidity phase and its potential for solid-state cooling applications, our study delves into the interplay among lattice, spin, and orbital de ... Full text Open Access Cite
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Education, Training & Certifications


Massachusetts Institute of Technology · 2017 Ph.D.