Yun Xu

Prof. Yun Xu is a Professor of Biofluid Mechanics and Director of the Graduate School at Imperial College London's Faculty of Engineering. His roles include leadership in academic administration and research, with over 30 years of tenure in the Department of Chemical Engineering. Prof. Xu holds affiliations with key research networks including the Biofluids and Transport Group, Cancer Technology Network, and Vascular Science Network.

His academic journey includes a PhD in Mechanical Engineering (1992, City University, London) and MSc in Thermo-Fluids Engineering (1987, Dalian University of Technology). Research focuses on computational hemodynamics, thrombosis, drug delivery, and biomedical engineering applications. Key projects involve multiscale modeling of cardiovascular systems, thrombolysis in stroke, and nanoparticle transport in tumors.

Research highlights include patient-specific simulations of aortic dissection, hemodynamic analysis of medical devices, and fluid-structure interaction modeling. His work bridges engineering principles with clinical challenges, addressing device performance, disease progression, and treatment optimization. The Transport & Separation Laboratory and χμ Group under his leadership explore bio-driven solutions to complex biomedical problems.

Over 100 peer-reviewed articles and clinical trial contributions (e.g., STEMI-Cool study) demonstrate his impact. Current focus includes predictive models for aortic aneurysm risk, targeted drug delivery systems, and biomechanical insights into endovascular repair outcomes.