Dr. Yang’s recent research focuses on coupled nutrient-macroalgae-hydrodynamics modeling, wave and tidal energy resource assessment, and the impacts of storm surge and anthropogenic disturbances on coastal ecosystems and infrastructure. Dr. Yang currently leads PNNL’s modeling effort on regional resource characterization and assessment of tidal-stream and wave energy. Dr. Yang and his team have developed the high-resolution storm surge and wave models for coastal hazard assessment in Puget Sound. Dr. Yang also leads the development of modeling tools to support scalable macroalgae development using multi-scale, multi-resolution approach.