Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhao Li | Fluorescent Sensors Awards | Best Researcher Award

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zhao Li , Beijing Institute of Technology , China

Dr. Zhao Li is an Associate Professor at the Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) in the School of Medical Technology. His research focuses on the development of Aggregation-Induced Emission (AIE)-active sensors and hydrogels, particularly for biomedical applications. Zhao earned his Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering from Shanghai Jiao Tong University under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Xinling Wang. His previous work includes post-doctoral research at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology on fluorescent polymeric gels and early career research on coating modifications at East China University of Science and Technology. Notably, he has received funding from the National Natural Science Foundation of China and has been recognized as a Xiaomi Young Scholar in 2024.

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Suitability of Zhao Li for Best Researcher Award:

Zhao Li is highly suitable for the Best Researcher Award due to his exceptional contributions to material science and biomedicine. His pioneering work on aggregation-induced emission (AIE) and high-strength functional gels demonstrates significant advancements in these fields. Zhao Li has secured substantial funding from prestigious organizations, underscoring the impact and potential of his research. Recognition through the Xiaomi Young Scholar Award further highlights his outstanding achievements. With a strong academic background, including post-doctoral experience and a current role as an Associate Professor, Zhao Li has proven his leadership and innovative capabilities. His research not only pushes scientific boundaries but also holds broad applications across various industries, making him an exemplary candidate for this prestigious honor.

🎓Education:

Dr. Zhao Li completed his Ph.D. in Material Science and Engineering at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) from September 2012 to June 2017, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Xinling Wang. Prior to this, he earned his M.S. in Material Science and Engineering from East China University of Science and Technology (ECUST) between September 2009 and June 2012, with Prof. Dr. Qingzhi Dong as his advisor. His academic journey began with a B.S. in Applied Chemistry (Macromolecule) from Shanghai Jiao Tong University, where he studied from September 2005 to June 2009 and was guided by A. Prof. Dr. Zhen Zheng.

🏢Work Experience:

Dr. Zhao Li has been serving as an Associate Professor at the School of Medical Technology, Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT), since November 2019, working under the guidance of Prof. Dr. Ben Zhong Tang. Before joining BIT, he was a Post-doctoral Fellow in the Department of Chemistry at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) from September 2017 to October 2019, where he also worked with Prof. Dr. Ben Zhong Tang.

🏆Awards/Honors:

In March 2024, Dr. Zhao Li was honored as a Xiaomi Young Scholar, receiving an award of RMB 100,000.

Publication Top Notes:

Cancer-cell-specific Self-Reporting Photosensitizer for Precise Identification and Ablation of Cancer Cells
Highly stretchable, self-healing elastomer hydrogel with universal adhesion driven by reversible cross-links and protein enhancement
Charge-elimination strategy for constructing RNA-selective fluorescent probe undisturbed by mitochondria
Information‐Storage Expansion Enabled by a Resilient Aggregation‐Induced‐Emission‐Active Nanocomposite Hydrogel
Nanomaterials-Functionalized Hydrogels for the Treatment of Cutaneous Wounds