CHIN Wee Shong

CHIN Wee Shong is an Associate Professor and Deputy Head (Administration) in the Department of Chemistry at the National University of Singapore (NUS). He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from NUS (1993) and a B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry from NUS (1987), with a Commonwealth Fellowship at the University of Bristol (1994). His research focuses on nanomaterial synthesis and applications in energy storage, sensors, and photocatalysis. Key achievements include the development of carbonate-free layered double hydroxides and flexible SERS substrates.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, National University of Singapore (1993)
• B.Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry, National University of Singapore (1987)
• Commonwealth Fellowship, University of Bristol (1994)

Research Interests:

His work emphasizes the controlled synthesis of nanostructures and hybrid materials for energy applications, sensor technologies, and photocatalysis. Recent projects include:

• Carbonate-free CoAl layered double hydroxides for supercapacitors
• Plasmonic Ag nanocube arrays for SERS detection
• Biosynthesis of antimicrobial silver nanoparticles using plant extracts

Teaching Contributions:

In AY2022/23 and AY2023/24, he teaches CM1102 Chemistry: the Central Science and SP2251 Science at the Nanoscale.

Awards:

• Cadi Scientific Medal and Prize (2013)
• Faculty Teaching Excellence Award (2007 & 2008)
• University Quality Service Award (2005)

Lab and Teams:

His research group develops novel nanomaterials through interdisciplinary approaches, collaborating on projects involving energy storage, plasmonic sensors, and eco-friendly synthesis methods.