Jun Mei

Dr. Jun Mei is a Lecturer in Materials Science at Queensland University of Technology, working within the Centre for Materials Science. His research focuses on the design and synthesis of advanced nanomaterials for energy conversion and storage devices, with particular emphasis on addressing current energy and environmental challenges through innovative materials solutions.

• PhD in Materials Science from Queensland University of Technology (2019)
• Associate Lecturer in Materials Science at QUT
• Investigator in Centre for Materials Science
• Member of Australian Smart Energy Council
• Member of Australian Nanotechnology Network

Dr. Mei's research interests span advanced materials science with a strong focus on sustainable energy solutions. He specializes in two-dimensional materials, battery design, and energy storage technologies, particularly focusing on how nanomaterial design can address the current energy and environment crisis. His work aims to bridge knowledge gaps in advanced two-dimensional materials and energy storage fields while developing practical battery design solutions to meet sustainable energy demands.

Analysis of Dr. Mei's recent publications reveals a strong trend toward developing novel 2D/2D heterostructures for energy applications, with particular emphasis on battery technologies, electrocatalysis, and sustainable materials. His research spans fundamental materials science to practical applications, with many papers appearing in high-impact journals like Advanced Materials and Energy Storage Materials. Notably, two of his papers have been selected as ESI Highly Cited Papers and two highlighted as Frontispiece in Advanced Materials.

• 2019 Outstanding Doctoral Thesis Award at QUT
• Higher Achiever HDR Student recognition
• Membership in Australian Smart Energy Council
• Membership in Australian Nanotechnology Network
• Membership in The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (USA)

Dr. Mei serves on the editorial boards of seven journals, including three Q1 SCI-indexed journals such as Frontiers in Energy Research and Heliyon, and acts as a reviewer for over ten SCI-indexed journals. His research has attracted significant attention, with 23 SCI-indexed papers and one book chapter to his name, including 18 as first author. He has been instrumental in mentoring students and fostering research collaborations within the Centre for Materials Science, particularly through his role as assistant leader in the Smart Oxide Group.

Within QUT's Centre for Materials Science, Dr. Mei actively explores cross-disciplinary collaboration opportunities with fundamental research expertise to strengthen relationships between academic and industrial communities. His work bridges fundamental research with practical applications, contributing to Australia's growing expertise in sustainable materials science and energy technologies through innovative materials design for energy conversion and storage devices.