Prof. Yang Li is a distinguished researcher specializing in nanomaterials, quantum dots, and optoelectronic applications. He earned his Ph.D. from Zhejiang University and is currently an Associate Professor at the Hangzhou Institute for Advanced Study, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences 🏛️. His expertise lies in the synthesis, surface chemistry, and photonic applications of semiconductor nanomaterials. His groundbreaking research on quantum dots for high-efficiency photodetectors, LEDs, and photocatalysis has pushed the boundaries of nanotechnology. With high-impact publications, research grants, and international collaborations, Prof. Li is a pioneer in quantum material innovations 🌍🔬.
Prof Yang Li, Hangzhou Institute for Advanced Study, University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, China
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Education 🎓
Prof. Yang Li has an extensive academic background in physics, chemistry, and materials science. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemistry from Zhejiang University (2012-2017) 🏛️, under the supervision of Prof. Xiaogang Peng, a leading scholar in nanomaterials. He completed his postdoctoral research at Zhejiang University (2017-2019), later becoming an Assistant Professor. He has held Associate Professor positions at Zhejiang University of Technology (2019-2020) and the Hangzhou Institute for Advanced Study, UCAS (2021-Present). He is also a Research Expert at Zhejiang Lab, contributing to advancements in intelligent sensing and quantum materials 🏅🔬.
Experience 🏛️
Prof. Yang Li has a distinguished career in nanomaterials, quantum dots, and optoelectronics. He is currently an Associate Professor at the Hangzhou Institute for Advanced Study, UCAS (2021-Present) and a Research Expert at Zhejiang Lab, contributing to intelligent sensing technologies 🏅. He previously served as an Associate Professor at Zhejiang University of Technology (2019-2020) and as a Postdoctoral Researcher & Assistant Professor at Zhejiang University (2017-2019). His experience spans high-performance materials, surface chemistry, and semiconductor nanostructures, making significant contributions to quantum dot and optoelectronic device research 🔬⚡.
Awards and Honors 🏆🎖️
Prof. Yang Li has received prestigious accolades for his contributions to nanomaterials and optoelectronics. He was recognized as a High-level Leading Talent of Zhejiang Province and an Expert in China’s Optoelectronic Materials and Devices Group 🌍. He serves as a Young Star Editor for Nano Research and a Guest Editor for Nanomaterials. His achievements include the National Encouragement Fellowship, Silver Medal at the Sino-American Nano Forum, and multiple Best Poster Awards at national conferences 🏅. His expertise in quantum dots and photonic materials continues to earn global recognition in the scientific community 🔬✨.
Research Focus 🔬
Prof. Yang Li specializes in functional nanomaterials and optoelectronic applications, focusing on the synthetic control of semiconductor nanocrystals, including quantum dots and metal oxides ⚛️. His expertise extends to surface and interface chemistry, optimizing materials for high-performance devices. He is pioneering non-Cd/Pb quantum dot light-emitting diodes (QLEDs), III-V quantum dot infrared photodetectors, and plasmon-enhanced mid-infrared detectors 🌈📡. His research also explores photocatalysis for environmentally friendly energy solutions 🌍⚡. His innovations in quantum dots and semiconductor nanocrystals are shaping the future of next-generation optoelectronic technologies 🚀.
Publications 📚
Surface Copassivation Strategy for Developing Water-Soluble InP Colloidal Quantum Dots with High Luminescence and Suppressed Blinking
📖 Journal of the American Chemical Society, 2025
👨🔬 Authors: Zhe Liu, Xiaoqi Hou, Huangpeng You, Ning Dai, Yang Li
Localized Surface Plasmon Resonance Enhanced Photodetector: Physical Model, Enhanced Mechanism, and Applications
📖 Frontiers of Physics, 2024
👨🔬 Authors: Jiangtong Su, Xiaoqi Hou, Ning Dai, Yang Li
Semiconductor Quantum Dots: Synthesis, Properties, and Applications
📖 Nanomaterials, 2024
👨🔬 Authors: Donghai Feng, Guofeng Zhang, Yang Li 🚀