معرفی
Dr. Sheng Xu is an Assistant Professor at the University of California San Diego specializing in flexible electronics for healthcare, energy, and robotics applications. His research centers on transforming rigid materials into soft, functional electronic systems through innovative fabrication strategies.
Education:
- B.S. in Chemistry, Peking University
- Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology
- Postdoctoral studies, Materials Research Lab, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Dr. Xu pioneered two breakthrough contributions: First, wearable ultrasonic technology enabling noninvasive physiological monitoring at depths of 14 cm below skin surface—far exceeding conventional wearables limited to superficial tissues. Second, chemical epitaxial growth of single-crystal hybrid halide perovskites, solving critical challenges in material quality for flexible optoelectronics. His work bridges materials science with practical healthcare solutions through 'making hard materials soft.'
Scientific Awards:
- MIT Technology Review 35 Innovators Under 35
- Wellcome Trust Innovator
- Sloan Fellowship
- IEEE Sensors Council Technical Achievement Award
- SPIE Rising Researchers
- NIH Maximizing Investigators’ Research Award
- NIH Trailblazer Award
- MRS Outstanding Early Career Investigator
- Kavli Fellow of National Academy of Sciences
- Frontier of Engineering of National Academy of Engineering
His research has been presented to U.S. Congress as NIH extramural research testimony, demonstrating significant translational impact. Dr. Xu leads an active research group developing next-generation flexible energy harvesters and health monitors, while serving as Young Star Editor for Nano Research. His 2021 Materials Research Prize for Young Investigators recognition by ETH Zurich highlights his international standing in materials innovation.
