Xinqi Chen

Xinqi Chen is a Research Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Northwestern University. He serves as the Facility Manager of the Keck Interdisciplinary Surface Science (Keck-II) Center and the NUANCE Center. His research focuses on nanomaterials synthesis and characterization, surface characterization, and experimental nanomechanics.

• Education: PhD in Electronic Engineering (Kyoto University, 1999), MS in Electrical Engineering (Xi’an Jiaotong University, 1991), BS in Electrical Engineering (Xi’an Jiaotong University, 1988).

Chen’s research spans nanomaterials development, surface science, and advanced materials characterization. His work integrates experimental and theoretical approaches to study nanoscale phenomena, with applications in energy storage, optoelectronics, and biomedical systems. Recent studies include plasmonic nanorod arrays, gold@MoS₂ heterostructures, and three-dimensional silicon lithography techniques.

Publications highlight interdisciplinary collaborations in nanotechnology and materials science, emphasizing novel synthesis methods and advanced characterization tools. His contributions to facility management support cutting-edge nanoscale research infrastructure at Northwestern.