Wenting Shao

Wenting Shao is a Research Fellow in the Department of Chemistry, specializing in advanced nanotechnology and biosensor development. Her work focuses on integrating carbon nanotubes and metal-organic frameworks into high-sensitivity detection systems for environmental monitoring, biomedical diagnostics, and drug analysis. Notable research includes fentanyl detection using machine learning-enhanced sensors, rapid SARS-CoV-2 antigen screening, and stress hormone analysis through nanoelectronic platforms.

Her research interests span nanomaterials synthesis, electrochemical sensing mechanisms, and biomedical applications of nanotechnology. She has developed innovative sensor designs such as carbon nanotube-based field-effect transistors (FETs) and automated electrolyte-gate systems for multi-sensor screening.

Publications highlight contributions to drug detection (e.g., fentanyl and norfentanyl), pathogen diagnostics (tuberculosis), and endocrine system monitoring (stress hormones). Her work bridges material science with clinical applications, emphasizing practical solutions for environmental and healthcare challenges.