Yang Yi

Dr. Yang Yi, a researcher at the National University of Singapore (NUS), has a multidisciplinary background in civil engineering, sustainability, and biomedical device development. He earned his BEng (1st Class Honours) and PhD in 2013 and 2017 respectively from NUS, focusing on lightweight sustainable construction materials and dynamic responses under blast loading.

• PhD, National University of Singapore, 2017
• BEng (1st Class Honours), National University of Singapore, 2013

His research spans two distinct domains: sustainable construction and flexible bioelectronic devices. At NUS, he contributes to advancing implantable and wearable technologies for neuroscience applications, while previously driving sustainability initiatives at JTC Corporation and structural design at Meinhardt.

The 15 most recent publications highlight his work on implantable optogenetic devices, flexible bioelectronics, and neural interfaces. These studies integrate materials science, neuroscience, and wireless engineering for applications in neuromodulation and biomedical systems.

Scientific Awards:

• IES Sustainability Awards (Engineering Projects, 2023)
• Public Sector Engineering Innovation Challenge Award (2022)
• Silver Prize, ACI Singapore Chapter (2022)
• President Graduate Fellowship (2013-2017)
• Class of 1977 Silver Medal (2013)
• Multiple book prizes and medals (2010-2012)

Contact: yangyi@nus.edu.sg