Lu Shin Wong

Lu Shin Wong is a Senior Lecturer in Chemical Biology and Biological Chemistry at the University of Manchester's School of Chemistry, affiliated with the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology. He holds a PhD from the University of Southampton and has expertise in biocatalysis and nanofabrication. His research focuses on sustainable chemical processes, enzyme-driven reactions, and nanoscale material fabrication. Wong has held postdoctoral roles at Manchester and Northwestern University, and leads projects in biocatalytic applications, nanotechnology, and bioelectronics.

Education: PhD in Organic and Analytical Chemistry (University of Southampton, 2005); BPharm (University of Nottingham, 1997); Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy (University of Bradford, 2001).

Research Interests: Biocatalysis (enzyme-mediated organosilicon chemistry, sustainable oxidations); Nanofabrication (scanning probe lithography, polymer pen lithography). His work bridges biotechnology and nanotechnology, emphasizing sustainable synthesis and biomedical applications. Recent projects include the Manchester Bioelectronics Network and CRISPR-Cas technology integration into organic electronics.

Key Achievements: Developed methods for protein immobilization using phosphopantetheinyl transferase, pioneered biocatalytic approaches to silicone polymer synthesis, and contributed to understanding stem cell behavior on nanostructured substrates. Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, including bioelectronics and mass spectrometry advancements.