Prof. Dr. Shyy-Woei Chang | Computational Biophotonics Methods | Research Excellence Award

Shyy Woei Chang’s research centers on advanced thermal-fluid sciences, with a strong emphasis on heat transfer enhancement and complex flow phenomena. His work explores innovative cooling strategies for high-performance systems, including gas turbine blade cooling, electronic chipset cooling, and electrical motor thermal management. He has made significant contributions to understanding rotating, reciprocating, and pulsating flow behaviors, as well as thermosyphon and heat pipe technologies. His studies on two-phase flow and heat transfer have advanced efficiency in energy and mechanical systems. Additionally, his research investigates thermal-fluid dynamics in ocean motion, bridging marine engineering and fluid mechanics. With over 160 SCI-indexed publications, his work demonstrates strong impact in both theoretical and applied domains. His research achievements are recognized through major national awards, reflecting sustained contributions to improving thermal system performance, energy efficiency, and engineering applications across industrial and marine environments.