Assoc. Prof. Dr Da Chen | Nuclear Materials | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Da Chen is a leading researcher at Southeast University, China , specializing in nuclear technology , radiation effects , and advanced materials science . With a Ph.D. from City University of Hong Kong , he has published 50+ SCI papers and earned 4,500+ citations . His groundbreaking work on high-entropy alloys , helium behavior, and AI-designed nanoprecipitates contributes to next-gen nuclear safety and materials innovation. Known for interdisciplinary and global collaborations , Dr. Chen is a rising star in sustainable nuclear research and engineering innovation .

Assoc. Prof. Dr Da Chen, Southeast University, China

Profile

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Education

Dr. Da Chen earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from City University of Hong Kong (2015–2020), where he focused on ion irradiation damage in FeCoNiCr-based high-entropy alloys at elevated temperatures under the guidance of Prof. Ji-Jung Kai. Prior to that, he completed his Bachelor of Engineering in Nuclear Engineering at Harbin Engineering University (2008–2012), laying a strong foundation in nuclear science and materials technology. His academic journey reflects deep expertise in advanced materials research, nuclear applications, and radiation effects —key areas in today’s pursuit of safe and sustainable energy solutions.

Research Grant Experience 

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Da Chen has led and contributed to multiple cutting-edge research grants in nuclear materials and high-entropy alloys. As Principal Investigator (PI) on projects funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China and Jiangsu Province , he investigates radiation resistance and void swelling behavior in FCC-based alloys through stacking fault energy regulation . He also played key roles in Hong Kong GRF-funded projects (2015–2023), assisting with drafting proposals, maintaining research progress, and reporting on the microstructural evolution of irradiated materials. His grant work supports the future of nuclear reactor technology .

Awards

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Da Chen has earned several prestigious academic honors that reflect his excellence in research and scholarship. At the City University of Hong Kong , he was awarded the Chow Yei Ching School of Graduate Studies Scholarship (2019) , the Outstanding Academic Performance Award (2019) , and the Research Tuition Scholarship (2018) . From 2015 to 2019, he was continuously supported by a Postgraduate Scholarship , recognizing his sustained academic excellence. These accolades underscore his dedication, scholarly impact, and strong academic trajectory in the fields of nuclear engineering and materials science .

Research Focus  

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Da Chen specializes in the cutting-edge intersection of nuclear technology, radiation effects, and materials science. His research focuses on understanding how materials behave under extreme environments—especially within nuclear reactors . He investigates radiation-induced damage, ion irradiation, and the development of high-entropy alloys (HEAs) to enhance structural resilience in nuclear settings . His work includes exploring helium bubble dynamics, microstructural stability, and defect engineering . Through innovation and advanced simulations, Dr. Chen aims to design next-generation materials that can endure the demands of future nuclear energy systems .

Publications

Multicomponent Intermetallic Nanoparticles and Superb Mechanical Behaviors of Complex Alloys
Authors: T. Yang, Y.L. Zhao, Y. Tong, Z.B. Jiao, J. Wei, J.X. Cai, X.D. Han, D. Chen, A. Hu, …
Journal: Science

Heterogeneous Precipitation Behavior and Stacking-Fault-Mediated Deformation in a CoCrNi-Based Medium-Entropy Alloy
Authors: Y.L. Zhao, T. Yang, Y. Tong, J. Wang, J.H. Luan, Z.B. Jiao, D. Chen, Y. Yang, …
Journal: Acta Materialia

Outstanding Tensile Properties of a Precipitation-Strengthened FeCoNiCrTi₀.₂ High-Entropy Alloy at Room and Cryogenic Temperatures
Authors: Y. Tong, D. Chen, B. Han, J. Wang, R. Feng, T. Yang, C. Zhao, Y.L. Zhao, …
Journal: Acta Materialia

Design of D0₂₂ Superlattice with Superior Strengthening Effect in High Entropy Alloys
Authors: F. He, D. Chen, B. Han, Q. Wu, Z. Wang, S. Wei, D. Wei, J. Wang, C.T. Liu, J. Kai
Journal: Acta Materialia

Development of High-Strength Co-Free High-Entropy Alloys Hardened by Nanosized Precipitates
Authors: Y.L. Zhao, T. Yang, J.H. Zhu, D. Chen, Y. Yang, A. Hu, C.T. Liu, J.J. Kai
Journal: Written Materials

Superior High-Temperature Properties and Deformation-Induced Planar Faults in a Novel L1₂-Strengthened High-Entropy Alloy
Authors: Y.L. Zhao, T. Yang, Y.R. Li, L. Fan, B. Han, Z.B. Jiao, D. Chen, C.T. Liu, J.J. Kai
Journal: Acta Materialia