M2D2 Lab

The M2D2 Lab focuses on microstructure modeling and the exploration of processing–microstructure–property (PMP) relationships. We integrate physics-based computational models with data-driven approaches to understand how microstructures form and evolve under realistic service conditions. Leveraging validated computational datasets, we accelerate the development and deployment of materials for energy and extreme environments by uncovering the hidden roles of microstructure and transforming the PMP relationship into actionable design insight. Examples include:

• Microstructure–property relationship in porous membranes and solid state batteries
• Chemo-mechanical coupling in solid-state batteries
• Microstructure modeling of photo-polymerization-induced phase separation
• Architected metamaterials for energy storage applications
• Phase field modeling of reaction-induced phase transformation
• Phase field modeling of dislocation-precipitate interactions