Xiyou (Ren) Liao

Global Challenge: Develop carbon sequestration

Bio:

I was born in China and lived there for six years before moving to the United States where I grew up in Houston, Texas. I am a sophomore pursuing a B.S. in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering.

This past summer, I have done research on perovskite films, analyzing their structure and optical properties for the potential to achieve quantum cutting to improve solar cell efficiencies.

I am also currently participating in the Concrete Canoe VIP team where I am the Mix Design subteam co-captain. We research and develop innovative concrete mixes to improve the concrete industry. Our design will be tested through casting a concrete canoe and racing in the annual ASCE student championships.

I am interested in sustainability in our urban environment as well as clean energy. Hopefully my time at Tandon will allow me to learn from the knowledge and experiences of my peers and mentors.

In my spare time, I like to read, paint, and cook.