Mr. Jinlei Ma, Harbin Institute of Technology, China
Jinlei Ma is a dynamic and accomplished researcher currently pursuing an MBA at Harbin Institute of Technology (Project 985), with a strong academic background in Vehicle Engineering from China Agricultural University (Project 985). Ranked in the top 10% of his class, he has received numerous prestigious awards including the National Scholarship and Grand Prize Scholarship for Graduate Studies. His multidisciplinary research spans electrowetting of gallium-based liquid metals, flexible thermoelectric generation for wearable devices, and corporate performance in digital transformation contexts. Notably, he has published in top-tier journals such as Materials Horizons (IF=12.2, cited 101 times), Applied Energy (IF=10.1, cited 41 times), and Applied Economics (JCR Q2), and holds a patent for a flexible power generation unit. A recipient of several “Challenge Cup” awards, Jinlei has also presented at international conferences and contributed over 250 hours in volunteer work, reflecting a well-rounded profile of academic excellence, innovation, and social engagement.
Publication Profile
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Educational Background
Jinlei Ma is currently pursuing his Master of Business Administration at the Harbin Institute of Technology (Project 985), School of Economics and Management (2023.09–2025.06). His coursework includes Advanced Statistics, Technology Innovation Management, and Big Data & AI. He has been recognized with the Grand Prize Scholarship and the National Special Award in the China Undergraduate Research English Speaking Competition. Actively involved in student leadership, he serves as Secretary of the Graduate Party Branch and Vice Class Leader. Jinlei earned his Bachelor’s degree in Vehicle Engineering from China Agricultural University (Project 985) with a GPA of 3.53/4.0, ranking in the top 10%. He received numerous honors such as the National Scholarship, First Prize for Academic Excellence, and was named an Outstanding Graduate. Additionally, he contributed to student welfare as a class counselor and committee member. His volunteer contributions exceed 250 hours, reflecting his strong civic commitment.
Research Contributions
Jinlei Ma has led multiple high-impact research projects across engineering and management disciplines. As project leader, he explored the electrowetting deformation mechanisms of gallium-based liquid metals, resulting in a paper published in Materials Horizons (IF=12.2, cited 101 times) and earned national-level awards in the “Challenge Cup.” He also led the development of flexible thermoelectric power generation technology for wearable devices, culminating in a patent (202010209825.X) and a second-author publication in Applied Energy (IF=10.1, cited 41 times). In a related project, he enhanced energy harvesting through foam copper integration, producing a smart headband system and earning top undergraduate thesis awards. Additionally, his interdisciplinary research on executive equity incentives in the context of digital transformation used Hansen’s threshold regression on data from 1789 Chinese firms, leading to a publication in Applied Economics (JCR Q2). These diverse, data-driven studies showcase his innovation, leadership, and scholarly impact across domains.
Research Focus
Jinlei Ma’s research primarily focuses on advanced functional materials, wearable energy technologies, and interdisciplinary innovation bridging engineering and management sciences. His work in developing high-performance wearable thermoelectric generators reflects a deep interest in energy harvesting systems, emphasizing thermal resistance optimization and voltage conversion for sustainable, human-integrated electronics. He explores the integration of flexible thermoelectric materials, foam copper for enhanced heat dissipation, and smart wearable devices to enable next-generation power solutions. Additionally, his research in liquid metal electrowetting and semiconductor applications showcases an experimental and materials-driven approach to nanotechnology and electronics. Beyond engineering, his interest extends to corporate performance analytics, demonstrated by his econometric study on executive equity incentives during digital transformation. This multidisciplinary blend highlights his unique research niche at the intersection of materials science, wearable technology, renewable energy, and data-driven decision management, making him a forward-thinking researcher in sustainable innovation and smart systems.
Publication Top Notes
📄 “A high-performance wearable thermoelectric generator with comprehensive optimization of thermal resistance and voltage boosting conversion”, Applied Energy, 2022 — Cited by: 38 🔍