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