Donglu Shi

Donglu Shi is Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Cincinnati, with a joint appointment in Biomedical Engineering. He directs the Energy Materials and Nanomedicine Laboratories and previously served as Department Chair. His research spans nanotechnology, energy materials, biomedical engineering, and nanomedicine.

Professor Shi's diverse research includes solar harvesting systems, nanoparticle drug delivery, cancer theranostics, and advanced materials for energy applications. He has developed innovative approaches in photothermal energy conversion, nanomedicine, and plasma disinfection technologies.

His work has resulted in novel diagnostic and therapeutic platforms for cancer treatment, spectral-selective solar harvesting systems, and sustainable energy technologies. Professor Shi collaborates internationally and has received numerous awards including the Rieveschl Award for Scientific Research.