Asscociate professor at Harbin Institute of Technology Shenzhen, China
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ling Zhang is a leading researcher in analytical chemistry and electrochemical sensing, currently serving as an Associate Professor at the School of Science, Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen). She earned her Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, with part of her doctoral training completed at the University of Paris Diderot in France. Her research focuses on ultrasensitive detection technologies, nanozymes, shape-controlled nanomaterials, and enzymatic biofuel cells. With postdoctoral experience across top institutions including the Technical University of Denmark and Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Dr. Zhang has received several prestigious honors, including the Marie Curie Fellowship and the High-Level Overseas Talent Award of Shenzhen. Her work bridges chemistry, nanotechnology, and biomedical applications, contributing significantly to the advancement of molecular diagnostics and bioelectrochemistry.
Professional Profile
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Education
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ling Zhang holds a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry from the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, where she conducted her research at the State Key Laboratory of Electroanalytical Chemistry from 2008 to 2013. As part of her doctoral training, she also completed a co-joint Ph.D. program in Molecular Electrochemistry at the University of Paris Diderot, France, from 2012 to 2013. Prior to her doctoral studies, she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry from the College of Chemistry at Jilin University, China, in 2008. Her educational background reflects a strong interdisciplinary foundation in chemistry and electrochemical research, supported by both national and international academic experiences.
Experience
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ling Zhang has built a dynamic and international career in the fields of analytical chemistry and electrochemical research. Since, she has been serving as an Associate Professor at the School of Science, Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen), following her tenure as an Assistant Professor at the same institution. Her postdoctoral training includes prestigious fellowships and research positions at globally recognized institutions. she was awarded the HC Ørsted/Marie Curie Cofund Postdoctoral Fellowship at the Technical University of Denmark, where she investigated the electronic properties and catalytic behaviors of noble metal and semiconductor nanocrystals. She continued her postdoctoral research at the same university in 2017, focusing on 3D graphene biocatalysts for enzymatic biofuel cells. Prior to that, she worked as a Research Associate at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, developing thermally functional textiles with conductive materials, and at the University of Chinese Academy of Sciences, focusing on the electrocatalytic properties of shape-controlled noble metal nanocrystals. Her extensive experience across academia and international research environments underscores her leadership in multidisciplinary, cutting-edge scientific innovation.
Research Interests
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ling Zhang’s research interests lie at the intersection of analytical chemistry, nanotechnology, and electrochemical sensing. She focuses on the development of ultrasensitive detection platforms using electrochemical, electrochemiluminescence, colorimetric, and fluorescence-based methods for molecular and biomedical analysis. Her work involves the colloidal synthesis of shape-controlled noble metal and semiconductor nanomaterials, particularly those enclosed by high-energy crystal facets, to enhance electrocatalytic performance. She is also deeply engaged in studying electron-transfer kinetics in enzymes, developing nanozymes for therapeutic and sensing applications, and designing bioelectrochemical systems such as enzymatic biofuel cells. Additionally, her expertise includes in-situ scanning tunneling microscopy to investigate the structural and electronic properties of biomolecules and nanomaterials. Dr. Zhang’s interdisciplinary approach aims to push the boundaries of molecular diagnostics, catalysis, and functional materials for real-world applications.
Publications
Metal–Organic Frameworks-Derived Porous Fe-Doped MnO/Bi/C Composites with Dual Redox Reactions for High-Performance Aqueous Zinc-Ion Batteries
Porous Carbon‐Coated Fe‐Doped MnO as High‐Performance Cathode for Aqueous Zinc Ion Batteries
Metal–Organic Framework‐Derived MnO/C Nanocomposite with Lamellar Porous Structure for High‐Performance Aqueous Zinc‐Ion Battery
Te-induced fabrication of Pt3PdTe0.2 alloy nanocages by the self-diffusion of Pd atoms with unique MOR electrocatalytic performance
Triple-enzyme-mimicking AuPt3Cu hetero-structural alloy nanozymes towards cascade reactions in chemodynamic therapy
Conclusion
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ling Zhang is an outstanding and internationally recognized researcher whose work in electrochemical sensing, nanomaterial synthesis, and bioelectrochemistry has significantly contributed to the advancement of analytical and biomedical technologies. Her innovative approaches and dedication to high-impact science make her a strong and deserving candidate for the Research for Best Researcher Award. With continued focus on translational science and global collaboration, she is well-positioned to remain a leader in her field.