معرفی
Jie Xu is an Associate Professor at the School of Molecular Sciences, Arizona State University. She holds a B.Sc. in Materials Science from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and a Ph.D. in Geoscience from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Her research focuses on nanomaterials, geochemistry, and microbiology, with a particular emphasis on microbial-nanomaterial interactions and their implications for sustainable technologies and astrobiology. She leads the NanoGeoBio group, exploring processes such as biomineralization, nanomaterial catalysis, and microbial energy utilization. Jie is an associate editor for American Mineralogist and a 2021 DOE Early Career Awardee. Her work bridges disciplines like nanoscience, biogeochemistry, and astrobiology, addressing Earth’s biogeochemical cycles and potential extraterrestrial habitability.
Education:
- B.Sc. Materials Science, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (2004)
- M.S. Environmental Science and Engineering, Stanford University/Nanyang Technological University (2005)
- Ph.D. Geosciences, University of Wisconsin-Madison (2011)
Research Interests:
- Naturally occurring nanomaterials and their formation mechanisms
- Microbial utilization of nanomaterials as energy sources
- Bioelectronic and biocatalyst development
- Nanostructure assembly and biomineralization
- Astrobiology and planetary habitability
Scientific Awards:
- 2021 U.S. Department of Energy Early Career Research Program Award
Advising & Grants:
- Recruits interdisciplinary students from microbiology, nanoscience, and geochemistry backgrounds
- Focuses on collaborative projects with industry and NASA for applied nanotechnology and environmental solutions
Labs/Teams:
- NanoGeoBio Research Group (website: nanogeobio.info)
- Collaborates with NASA on astrobiology and habitability research
