Prof. Xiangling Gu | Biomedical polymers | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Xiangling Gu, Dezhou University, China

Professor Xiangling Gu is a distinguished polymer chemist and physicist, serving as the Dean of the College of Health & Medicine at Dezhou University. His research focuses on hydrogels, soft substances, biomedical polymers, and pharmaceutical excipients. With over 60 high-impact publications and numerous patents, he has contributed significantly to functional polymer materials. As the Director of the Shandong Engineering Research Center, he leads cutting-edge projects in controlled release preparations. His work has earned prestigious awards, including the IAAM Scientist Medal (2023), showcasing his global influence in polymer science.

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Key Contributions:
Professor Xiangling Gu is a leading figure in polymer chemistry and physics, with groundbreaking work in hydrogels, biomedical polymers, and pharmaceutical excipients. His research on controlled drug release and functional polymer materials has had a transformative impact on healthcare and soft material applications. As the Director of the Shandong Engineering Research Center, he has driven industry advancements, influencing both academia and the biomedical sector. His prolific publication record, numerous patents, and prestigious awards, including the IAAM Scientist Medal (2023), highlight his global influence in polymer science.

Education

Ph.D. – Polymer Chemistry and Physics, Shandong University (2007-2010)
M.Sc. – Polymer Chemistry and Physics, University of Jinan (2004-2007)
B.Sc. – Chemical Education, Shandong College of Education (1994-1999)

Professional Experience

Professor & Dean, College of Health & Medicine, Dezhou University (2010-Present)
Director, Shandong Engineering Research Center of Novel Pharmaceutical Excipients & Controlled Release Preparations (2021-Present)
Visiting Scholar, Tampere University of Applied Sciences, Finland (2024)
Visiting Scholar, Technical University of Gdansk, Poland (2019)

Professional Development 

Prof. Xiangling Gu has pioneered hydrogel-based technologies for biomedical and pharmaceutical applications. As the Director of the Shandong Engineering Research Center, he has played a key role in developing industrial standards, advancing controlled drug release systems, and designing functional polymer materials. His leadership at Dezhou University fosters cutting-edge research in polymer chemistry, and his global collaborations extend his influence in material science. With an extensive publication record and patented innovations, he continues to push the boundaries of biomaterials and pharmaceutical sciences, enhancing next-generation medical technologies.

Research Focus 

Prof. Xiangling Gu specializes in hydrogels, soft substances, biomedical polymers, pharmaceutical excipients, and functional polymers. Hisresearch focuses on designing intelligent hydrogel-based materials for drug delivery, biosensing, and soft robotics. He has developed triple-network hydrogels with superior mechanical properties, and his studies on anisotropic polymer structures aim to improve drug-controlled release and bioresponsive materials. His multidisciplinary approach integrates materials science, chemistry, and biomedical engineering, contributing to next-generation smart materials for healthcare and wearable technology applications. His innovations in bioactive polymers and nanostructured materials are shaping the future of biomedical engineering.

Awards & Honors

IAAM Scientist Medal – International Association of Advanced Materials (2023)
Second Prize – Science and Technology Innovation Achievements, Dezhou City (2024)
Third Prize – Science and Technology Award of Shandong Provincial Higher Education Institutions (2018)
Outstanding Scientist of Dezhou City
University-Level Academic Leader – Dezhou University
Young Editorial Board Member – Journals like Explorations and Wearable Electronics
Member – International Society of Advanced Materials, Chinese Chemical Society, China Science and Technology Museum
Vice President – Dezhou Nutrition Association

Publication Top Notes:

• “Silk fibroin-based hydrogels with low hysteresis, self-adhesion, and tunable ionic conductivity for wearable devices”​

•  “Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH)-Based Nanotripod for High-Entropydynamic Therapy Associated with Metabolism Homeostasis” ​

•  “Mechanically Robust, Time-Programmable, Janus Hydrogel Actuator, and the Insights into Its Driving Principles”

•  “Preparation of fluorescent polyurethane microspheres and their applications as reusable sensor for 4-nitrophenol detection and as microplastics model for visualizing polyurethane in cells and zebrafish” ​

•  “Facile Preparation of Raspberry-Like SiO2@Polyurea Microspheres with Tunable Wettability and Their Application for Oil-Water Separation” ​

• “Precise Regulating of Chitosan-Based Hydrogel Microstructure with Citric Acid as an Efficient Handle”