جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Yamin Zhangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Bioelectronics
• Bioresorbable Medical Devices
• Electrotherapy
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yamin Zhang (张亚敏) holds a Presidential Young Professorship as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS), College of Engineering. She leads the Zhang Group which focuses on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of electrochemistry, materials science, and biomedical engineering. 07/2023 – 01/2024: Research Associate, Northwestern University 02/2021 – 06/2023: Postdoctoral Fellow, Northwestern University 08/2016 – 12/2020: Ph.D., Chemical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology 09/2012 – 07/2016: B.S., Chemical Engineering, Tianjin University; B.S., Finance (Double Major), Nankai University Dr. Zhang's research centers on developing advanced electrochemical strategies for next-generation medical devices (implantable, bioresorbable, and wearable) and sustainable energy solutions. Her work bridges bioelectronics , battery technology , and medical therapeutics , with particular emphasis on creating devices that can safely dissolve in the body after serving their purpose. Key areas include bioresorbable optoelectronic systems for electrotherapy, self-powered drug delivery platforms, and eco-safe battery technologies that can harmlessly resorb in biological environments. Analysis of Dr. Zhang's publication record reveals a clear trajectory from fundamental battery chemistry (2021-2022) toward increasingly sophisticated medical applications (2023-2025). Her recent work demonstrates mastery in integrating multiple functionalities into single bioresorbable platforms, as evidenced by her Nature (2025) paper on millimeter-scale optoelectronic systems for electrotherapy and Cell Biomaterials (2025) paper on wireless bioelectronic devices. The research shows strong interdisciplinary collaboration with leading institutions including Northwestern University and Georgia Tech. AHA Early Faculty Independence Award (2023) MIT ChemE Rising Stars (2022) Sigma Xi Best PhD Thesis Award (2021) Chinese Government Award for Outstanding Students Abroad (2021) A*STAR MTC Young Individual Research Grants (YIRG) (2025) Early Career Board Member for ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces (2025) Dr. Zhang has secured significant research funding including the AHA's Second Century Early Faculty Independence Award as Principal Investigator (2023) and the A*STAR MTC Young Individual Research Grant (2025). Her group serves on advisory boards for Cell Biomaterials and ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces. The Zhang Group at NUS maintains active collaborations with Northwestern University researchers including the Rogers group, with whom she has co-authored multiple high-impact publications in Nature, Science, and PNAS. Current research focuses on advancing battery technology and developing sophisticated electrochemical strategies for medical devices with an overarching focus on healthcare innovation and environmental sustainability.

Foong Shaohuiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Robotics
• Electronics
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Dr. Foong Shaohui is an Associate Professor and Associate Head at the Engineering Product Development (EPD) pillar of the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), with prior experience as a Visiting Assistant Professor at MIT's Mechanical Engineering department (2011). He leads the Aerial Innovation Research (AIR) Laboratory @ SUTD and actively collaborates with Singapore's Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) and medical institutions like National University Hospital (NUH) and Changi General Hospital (CGH). PhD, MS, and BS in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology (2005-2010) Research Interests span multiple domains: Robotics & UAVs : Nature-inspired aerial craft design (Project MONOCO), hybrid flight dynamics, and transformable rotorcraft Medical Device Innovation : Magnetic localization systems for nasogastric tubes and ventriculostomy procedures Engineering Education : Design-Centric pedagogy and pre-university Aerial Craft Workshops Autonomous Systems : Deep tunnel sewer inspection drones (NRF/PUB funded) and soft robotics Scientific Contributions include patented magnetic localization technologies (licensed to Medergo Pte. Ltd.), over 20 peer-reviewed publications, and 5 granted patents. His work bridges aerospace engineering with biomedical applications through innovative mechatronic solutions. Best Application Paper Award at SCIS & ISIS (2014) Research Grants include projects funded by Singapore's National Research Foundation (NRF), Public Utilities Board (PUB), and National University Hospital partnerships. He mentors PhD/Master's students through interdisciplinary research in aerial robotics and medical device development.

Chen Xiaodongمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Materials Science
• Flexible Electronics
• Nanotechnology
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Chen Xiaodong is a Distinguished University Professor at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, holding primary appointment in the School of Materials Science & Engineering with courtesy appointments in the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine and School of Chemistry, Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology. He serves as Deputy Director of the Institute for Digital Molecular Analytics and Science (IDMxS) and Director of both the Innovative Centre for Flexible Devices (iFlex) and Max Planck-NTU Joint Lab for Artificial Senses. His research spans mechanomaterials science and engineering, flexible electronics, sense digitalization, cyber-human interfaces and systems, and carbon-negative technology. Professor Chen's work focuses on developing methods for controlling materials architecture at 1-100 nm scale to solve fundamental and applied problems in energy, environment, and healthcare. His group integrates expertise from materials science, chemistry, biology, physics, and engineering to create innovative solutions. His scientific contributions have been recognized through numerous prestigious awards including the Singapore President's Science Award, National Research Foundation Investigatorship and Fellowship, Friedrich Wilhelm Bessel Research Award, Dan Maydan Prize in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, and election to multiple national academies including Singapore National Academy of Science, Academy of Engineering Singapore, and German National Academy of Sciences Leopoldina. Professor Chen serves as Editor-in-Chief of ACS Nano and sits on editorial boards of numerous prestigious journals including Advanced Materials, Chemical Reviews, and Matter. He has mentored numerous PhD students and research fellows who have gone on to faculty positions at institutions worldwide. His laboratory develops cutting-edge technologies in flexible electronics, bio-inspired materials, and nano-bio interfaces, with strong industry collaborations and translational research focus.

Shaohui Foongمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Robotics
• Aerospace Engineering
• Control Systems
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Shaohui Foong is an Associate Professor in the Engineering Product Development (EPD) pillar at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD). He previously served as a Visiting Assistant Professor at MIT's Department of Mechanical Engineering (2011). His research focuses on innovative robotics and UAV systems, medical technology, and design-centric pedagogy. Core projects include magnetic localization for medical devices, nature-inspired aerial robotics (e.g., THOR hybrid UAV), and competitive engineering design activities like Designettes. Research interests span biomimetic flight systems, autonomous navigation, and interdisciplinary educational frameworks. Notable innovations include the Transformable HOvering Rotorcraft (THOR), which merges fixed-wing and rotor-wing capabilities, and magnetic localization for nasogastric tube tracking. His work emphasizes practical applications in healthcare, infrastructure inspection, and environmental monitoring. Teaching emphasizes ethical engineering practice and hands-on design. He actively mentors students across PhD, master’s, and undergraduate levels, offering research opportunities in robotics, control systems, and medical technology. Collaborative projects with industry and academic partners are encouraged, with a focus on sustainability and technological innovation. Current research trends reflect a blend of bio-inspired design, advanced control algorithms, and cross-disciplinary problem-solving. Recent publications highlight advancements in monocopter dynamics, hybrid UAV architectures, and sensor integration for medical and industrial applications.

Yang Yiمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Low-carbon building technology
• Sustainable Urban Development
• Life cycle assessment
• +۹ مورد دیگر

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

• Materials Science & Engineering
• Interface of Biology & Engineering
• Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering
• +۷ مورد دیگر

K. Jimmy Hsia is President Chair Professor in Mechanical Engineering at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore, holding dual appointments in the School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering and School of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering. He currently serves as Vice President (Alumni & International Affairs) at NTU, a position he assumed in January 2020, after previously serving as Founding Dean of Graduate College since 2018. Dr. Hsia received his B.S. from Tsinghua University, M.S. from Beijing University of Aeronautics, and Ph.D. from MIT. His interdisciplinary research bridges engineering and biology with focus areas including material failure and fracture, soft robotics, micro-nanomechanics, cellular mechanics, and biomedical device development. His work appears in top journals including PNAS, Science Advances, Advanced Materials, and Nano Letters, with over 100 peer-reviewed publications and two Springer-published books. Hsia's research demonstrates a clear trajectory toward bio-integrated mechanical systems, with recent publications emphasizing the intersection of mechanics, biology, and advanced materials. His work on self-assembly mechanisms, organ-on-chip technology, and responsive materials represents cutting-edge interdisciplinary research with significant potential applications in biomedicine and soft robotics. Fellow of American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellow of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Fellow of American Institute for Medical & Biological Engineering (AIMBE) US National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Initiation Award Max-Planck Society Scholarship Japan Society for Promotion of Science (JSPS) Fellowship Before joining NTU, Dr. Hsia held significant leadership positions including Vice Provost for International Programs and Strategy at Carnegie Mellon University, and W. Grafton and Lillian B. Wilkins Professor at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign where he served as Associate Dean of Graduate College and Associate Vice Chancellor for Research. His extensive administrative experience complements his research leadership as Founding Director of Nano and Bio Mechanics Program at NSF (2005-2007) and Founding co-Editor-in-Chief of Extreme Mechanics Letters.

• Biomedical Engineering
• Bio-Device Development
• Biological Lasers
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Assoc Prof Yu-Cheng Chen is an Associate Professor at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore, affiliated with the School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering (EEE) and SCBE. He holds the prestigious Nanyang Assistant Professorship Award (2018), one of the youngest faculty members at NTU. His research focuses on pioneering bio-laser technologies for biomedical applications, including cancer detection, disease diagnosis, and neuro-analysis. He invented the laser-emission microscopy technique, a breakthrough in bio-device development and precision medicine. Education: M.S. in Optoelectronics (National Taiwan University, 2012); Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering (University of Michigan, 2017), notable for completing his PhD in just two years. Research interests span biological lasers, smart sensing, secure communication systems, and the interface between biology and engineering. His work has been featured in over 200 global media outlets, including Nature Biomedical Engineering, ACS Nano, and Advanced Science. He leads the NTU Biomedical Imaging and Lasers Platform (NTUBIMP) lab, advancing translational research in laser-emission microscopy and medical diagnostics. Key Achievements: Over 60 top-tier publications since 2012, including 60+ top journals/proceedings; first student to achieve a PhD in 2 years at University of Michigan.

Derrick Famمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مدعو

• Energy Storage Materials
• Sustainable Materials
• Polymer and Composite Ionic Conductors
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Derrick Fam serves as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at NTU's School of Materials Science and Engineering and holds the position of Scientist III at the Institute of Materials Research and Engineering (IMRE), A*STAR. He currently leads the Structural Power Programme for portable and electrified transportation within A*STAR's AME initiative, focusing on structural battery development. He earned his B.Eng (2006) and Ph.D. (2012) in Materials Science from NTU. After a postdoctoral fellowship at NTU's CREATE-HUJI-NTU programme, he was awarded the A*STAR International Fellowship to conduct research on structural supercapacitors at Imperial College London (2014). His research focuses on multifunctional and sustainable energy storage materials, particularly polymer and composite ionic conductors for batteries and supercapacitors. Key themes include structural robustness, sustainability, and energy density optimization. His work spans diverse applications like wearable electronics and electric vehicles, with notable advancements in self-healing silk-based materials, halide-catalyzed polyurethane electrolytes, and nanostructured carbon composites. These innovations aim to integrate energy storage with structural integrity. Awards: A*STAR International Fellowship (2014) Lab Affiliations: IMRE's Polymer & Composite Department (Structural Power group) Key Contributions: Over 10 peer-reviewed publications since 2013, with impact in energy storage material design and nanocomposite synthesis

Wei Leiمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Materials Science & Engineering
• Nanotechnology & Nano-Science
• +۱۳ مورد دیگر

Assoc Prof Wei Lei is an Associate Professor with tenure at the School of Electrical & Electronic Engineering , Nanyang Technological University (NTU) , Singapore. He holds the Provost’s Chair in Electronics and serves as the Associate Chair (Research) and Director of the Centre for Optical Fibre Technology (COFT) . He earned his B.E. in Electrical Engineering from Wuhan University of Technology (China) in 2005 and his Ph.D. in Photonics Engineering from the Technical University of Denmark in 2011. He was a postdoctoral associate at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), USA, before joining NTU in 2014 as a Nanyang Assistant Professor, rising to Associate Professor in 2019. B.E., Electrical Engineering, Wuhan University of Technology (2005) Ph.D., Photonics Engineering, Technical University of Denmark (2011) Dr. Lei's research centers on fiber-based devices , leveraging the preform-to-fiber fabrication technique to create multifunctional fibers with precise control over architecture and composition. His work spans smart fiber and textile electronics , bio-fiber interfaces , in-fiber energy generation and storage , and fiber sensors . These innovations support applications in wearable electronics, sensing, imaging, and neurotechnology. His lab advances scalable fabrication processes for flexible fiber devices, enabling kilometer-scale production with nanoscale precision. His research integrates principles from Materials Science , Nanotechnology , Optoelectronics , and Neuroengineering . Although specific publications and awards are not detailed in the provided text, his work is positioned at the forefront of advanced fiber technologies and smart materials . Dr. Lei leads a dynamic research group at COFT, contributing significantly to NTU’s reputation in photonics and electronic engineering. He has no listed scientific awards in the provided text. Dr. Lei advises graduate students in his lab, though specific names are not mentioned. He has not received any major research grants listed in this profile. His team at the Centre for Optical Fibre Technology operates at the intersection of engineering and materials science, pushing the boundaries of fiber device functionality. He leads the Centre for Optical Fibre Technology (COFT) at NTU, where his lab focuses on scalable fabrication of flexible fiber devices using thermal drawing techniques. The team develops multifunctional fibers for applications in sensing, energy, and biomedicine.

Ernest Tanمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Tissue Engineering
• Regenerative Medicine
• Biomedical Engineering
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ernest Tan is a Research Fellow at the Department of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore (NUS), and a Fellow at Tembusu College, NUS. He holds a PhD-MBA from NUS under the Integrated Science and Engineering Scholarship. His research focuses on developing tissue engineering solutions for clinical applications, including silk-based implants for ACL reconstruction and bio-printing techniques to study cellular expression in nasal bone-cartilage interfaces. He has contributed to medical technology projects involving rehabilitation devices, hemodialysis aids, and bio-resorbable implants. Ernest has been affiliated with Tembusu College for 9 years, serving as a Graduate Fellow for 5 years. He teaches courses like 'Technologies and Ageing in Singapore,' emphasizing interdisciplinary approaches to address global challenges. He advocates for holistic education to tackle world issues and actively participates in college life, including the Tembusu Frisbee Interest Group (Barefoots). No scientific awards or grants are explicitly listed in the provided information.

Ai Yeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Micro/nanofluidics
• BioMEMS
• Lab-on-a-chip Technology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ai Ye is an Associate Professor at Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), tenure-track since 2019. He holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from Huazhong University (2005) and a Ph.D. in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering from Old Dominion University (2011). Prior to SUTD, he conducted postdoctoral research at Los Alamos National Laboratory (2011–2013) and was a visiting scholar at MIT (2014–2015). His research focuses on micro/nanofluidics, BioMEMS, and lab-on-a-chip technologies for biomedical, energy, and environmental applications. His work spans interdisciplinary fields including engineering, microfabrication, materials science, and biology. Key contributions include novel microfluidic devices for single-cell analysis, acoustic and inertial particle sorting, and lab-on-a-chip applications. He serves on the editorial boards of Elsevier Organs-on-a-chip and ACS Analytical Chemistry . Research highlights include developing label-free electrical impedance cytometry for antimicrobial susceptibility testing and acoustic-based cell sorting with high viability. His team collaborates with industry to commercialize technologies such as single-cell sorting systems. Recent advancements include optofluidic microlens arrays and machine learning-enhanced single-cell phenotyping. Awards: Emerging Investigator Series featured in Lab on a Chip (2019) Grants: Supported by research funding sponsors (details unspecified) Lab: Applied Bio-Microfluidics Lab at SUTD, focusing on clinical microfluidic technologies

Fang-Cheng Liangمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Self-Healing Materials
• Soft Robotics
• Wearable Electronics
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Fang-Cheng Liang is a Lecturer in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the National University of Singapore (NUS), joining in 2024. Previously, he served as a Research Assistant Professor at the Research and Development Center for Smart Textile Technology, National Taipei University of Technology (NTUT), Taiwan, where he advised PhD and Master’s students. He holds dual Ph.D. degrees in Organic Chemistry and Polymer Science & Engineering from Université Grenoble Alpes and NTUT (2019). His interdisciplinary research focuses on sustainable self-healing soft materials, reconfigurable liquid crystal elastomers, and metal particle applications for 3D-printed micro/nanostructures, soft robotics, and wearable electronics. Key research interests include: Self-healing polymers tailored for electronic skin and underwater devices Functional liquid metal composites for soft wearable electronics Perovskite-based optoelectronics with enhanced stability MXene-reinforced piezoelectric nanogenerators for energy harvesting Notable achievements include: Featured journal cover articles in Advanced Materials (2023) and Advanced Science (2021) Member of the Materials Horizons Community Board Over 20 peer-reviewed publications in top journals like Advanced Functional Materials and Chemical Engineering Journal His research group emphasizes synergistic material design, with recent breakthroughs in underwater self-healing polymers for soft electronics and laser nanophotonics applications. Projects often bridge polymer science, nanotechnology, and device engineering to address challenges in environmental sustainability and wearable technology.

Du Hejunمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Compliant mechanisms and topology optimization
• Miniaturized smart sensors and actuators
• Micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS)
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Du Hejun is an Associate Professor at the School of Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore. He holds a BEng and MEng from Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (1983, 1986) and a PhD from Imperial College London (1991). His professional journey includes roles as Research Fellow, Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, and eventually Associate Professor at NTU since 1999. He has led over 10 research grants totaling S$4 million from ASTAR, ARC, and AcRF, and has published over 140 journal papers with an H-index of 16. His research focuses on compliant mechanisms, topology optimization, MEMS, and system dynamics , with applications in smart sensors, actuators, and advanced manufacturing. Notable achievements include developing microfluidic oscillators, piezoelectric energy harvesters, and bio-inspired solar steam generators. Education: BEng/MEng (Nanjing U of Aeronautics), PhD (Imperial College London) Grants: Over 10 grants (S$4M+) from ASTAR, ARC, AcRF Awards: Teacher of the Year 1999 (MPE, NTU) Key Research Themes: Additive manufacturing, nanomaterials, MEMS, and energy harvesting