Shaofei Shen | Microfluidics | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Shaofei Shen | Microfluidics | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Shaofei Shen, Shanxi Agricultural University, China

Prof. Shaofei Shen is a distinguished researcher in biomedical microfluidics and chemical biology, currently serving as a Professor at the College of Life Sciences, Shanxi Agricultural University. He earned his Ph.D. in Chemical Biology from Northwest A&F University and has served as a Visiting Scholar at the School of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore. His research focuses on microfluidic chip design, high-throughput drug screening systems, and miniaturized diagnostic instruments. Prof. Shen has published extensively in top-tier journals, including Analytical Chemistry and Lab on a Chip, with several papers featured in the Nature Index. His outstanding contributions have earned him numerous accolades, such as the “Rising Star of Shanxi Agriculture” (2018), “Young Academic Leader” in Shanxi Higher Education (2024), and multiple awards under the prestigious “Three Jin Talents” Program. In 2024, he was nominated for the Young Scientist Award and won the Hot Paper Award at the MINE Annual Conference.

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🎓 Educational Background

Prof. Shaofei Shen holds a strong academic foundation in the life sciences, beginning with a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biological Sciences from Northwest A&F University, which he completed in June 2010. Demonstrating early promise in biological research, he continued his academic journey at the same institution, earning a Ph.D. in Chemical Biology (Research-Based) in June 2016 under the supervision of the esteemed Prof. Wang Jinyi. During his doctoral studies, Prof. Shen focused on interdisciplinary research that bridged biology, chemistry, and engineering, laying the groundwork for his future innovations in microfluidic technology and life analysis systems. His educational path reflects a commitment to scientific rigor, innovation, and a deep understanding of biological mechanisms, all of which have significantly shaped his professional expertise in biomedical microfluidics and high-throughput diagnostic systems. This strong academic training continues to drive his research and teaching contributions in academia and international collaborations.

📚 Research and Academic Experience

Prof. Shaofei Shen has accumulated extensive academic and research experience, particularly in the fields of life sciences and biomedical engineering. He is currently serving as a Professor at the College of Life Sciences, Shanxi Agricultural University, a position he assumed in February 2024. Prior to this, he was an Associate Professor at the same institution from December 2018 to February 2024 and began his academic career as a Lecturer there from June 2016 to December 2018. Complementing his domestic academic roles, Prof. Shen also held an international research appointment as a Visiting Scholar at the School of Biomedical Engineering, National University of Singapore, from December 2022 to December 2023, under the mentorship of Prof. Lim Chwee Teck. This diverse experience across academic ranks and global research environments highlights his strong leadership, collaborative spirit, and continued dedication to advancing research in microfluidics, drug screening, and diagnostic technology.

Research Focus

Prof. Shaofei Shen’s research primarily focuses on biomedical microfluidics and chemical biology, with a strong emphasis on microfluidic chip design, high-throughput drug screening, plasma extraction, and single-cell manipulation. His work integrates microengineering and life sciences to develop miniaturized diagnostic platforms and fluid control systems for precision medicine. His highly cited studies—such as on spiral microchannels, inertial microfluidics, and 3D microtissue construction—demonstrate innovative contributions to rare cell separation, tumor microenvironment modeling, and personalized drug testing. By combining biomimetic systems, fluid dynamics, and bioanalytical chemistry, Prof. Shen’s research aims to revolutionize diagnostic tools and therapeutic screening platforms at the micro- and nano-scale. His interdisciplinary work lies at the intersection of biosensors, nanotechnology, and mechanobiology, making him a key contributor in advancing microfluidic technologies for clinical and pharmaceutical applications. This positions his research within the cutting-edge domains of bioMEMS, lab-on-a-chip systems, and analytical biomedical engineering.

Publication Top Notes

  • On-chip construction of liver lobule-like microtissue… – Cited by 130, 2016

  • Spiral microchannel with ordered micro-obstacles… – Cited by 124, 2017

  • Investigation of hypoxia-induced myocardial injury… – Cited by 92, 2013

  • High-throughput rare cell separation from blood samples… – Cited by 84, 2014

  • Antifouling properties of poly(dimethylsiloxane)… – Cited by 83, 2013

  • Monitoring tumor response to anticancer drugs… – Cited by 65, 2015

  • Surface modification of poly(dimethylsiloxane)… – Cited by 60, 2012

  • Au nanoparticles/poly(caffeic acid) composite electrode… – Cited by 57, 2016

  • Ultra-low aspect ratio spiral microchannel for plasma extraction – Cited by 39, 2019

  • Deformability and size-based cancer cell separation… – Cited by 39, 2015

Conclusion

Prof. Shaofei Shen is highly suitable for the Research for Best Researcher Award. His comprehensive expertise in biomedical engineering and microfluidic systems, supported by a prolific and impactful publication record, prestigious honors, and international academic engagements, positions him as a leading innovator in his field. While there is room to expand his international leadership and commercialization footprint, his current contributions already reflect the excellence, innovation, and research leadership that the award seeks to honor

Sang Hun Lee | Nanobiosensor | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Sang Hun Lee | Nanobiosensor | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Sang Hun Lee, Hanbat National University, South Korea

Prof. Sang Hun Lee is an accomplished Associate Professor in the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Hanbat National University, Daejeon, Korea. He earned his Ph.D. from Seoul National University and pursued postdoctoral research there and at UC Berkeley, USA. With a strong background in both academia and industry, Prof. Lee served as a Senior Researcher at LG Chemical’s Vaccine & Diagnostics Research Center before joining Hanbat National University in 2020. His research expertise includes in vitro diagnostics (IVD), point-of-care testing (POCT), microfluidic organ models, and nanobiosensors. He has authored 84 SCI/SCIE-indexed papers with an H-index of 44 and over 7,000 citations, and holds 25 patents. His work has earned him notable awards such as the Best Research Award from Hanbat National University (2022) and the Samsung Humantech Paper Award (2010). Prof. Lee’s innovative contributions continue to shape diagnostic technologies and microfluidic systems with global impact.

 

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Professional Experience

Prof. Sang Hun Lee has built a distinguished career in chemical and biological engineering, marked by extensive experience in both academia and industry. Since 2024, he has been serving as an Associate Professor at Hanbat National University, Daejeon, Korea, following his tenure as an Assistant Professor at the same institution from 2020 to 2024. Before joining academia, he worked as a Senior Researcher at LG Chemical’s Vaccine & Diagnostics Research Center in Seoul from 2017 to 2020, contributing significantly to life science innovations. Between 2011 and 2016, he was a Research Scientist under the mentorship of Prof. Luke P. Lee at the Department of Bioengineering, University of California, Berkeley, where he deepened his expertise in microfluidics and biosensing. His postdoctoral research was conducted at Seoul National University from 2010 to 2011, following the completion of his Ph.D. there under Prof. Tai Hyun Park from 2003 to 2010, establishing a solid foundation for his scientific endeavors.

Honors and Awards

Prof. Sang Hun Lee has been recognized with numerous honors and awards that reflect his excellence and impact in the field of chemical and biological engineering. In 2022, he received the Best Research Award from Hanbat National University, acknowledging his outstanding contributions to scientific innovation. Earlier, he was awarded the prestigious NRF Postdoctoral Fellowship by the National Research Foundation of Korea in 2012, supporting his continued research excellence. His groundbreaking work also earned the Samsung Humantech Paper Award for excellence in 2010, a significant recognition by Samsung Electronics. In 2009, he was honored with the Best Poster Presentation Award at YABEC in Xiamen, China. His early promise was evident when he received the Excellent Research Award at the Nano & Biosystems Symposium in Seoul in 2005. Additionally, from 2003 to 2008, he received financial support from Korea’s Ministry of Education through the BK21 program, promoting elite academic development.

Research Areas

Prof. Sang Hun Lee’s research is at the forefront of biomedical engineering, with a strong emphasis on diagnostic and microfluidic technologies. His work in In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD) and ultrafast molecular diagnostics is geared toward advancing Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) platforms that enable rapid and accurate disease detection in clinical and field settings. He is also deeply engaged in developing microfluidic in vitro organ models and Microphysiological Systems (MPS), which replicate human physiological responses on a chip, offering powerful tools for drug testing and disease modeling. In addition, Prof. Lee specializes in nano- and microscale devices, particularly focusing on the design and fabrication of microfluidic chips and nanobiosensors that enhance sensitivity, miniaturization, and functionality in medical diagnostics. His interdisciplinary approach integrates nanotechnology, bioengineering, and analytical chemistry to create innovative solutions with transformative potential in personalized healthcare and next-generation diagnostics

Publication Top Notes

📘 Silver Nanoparticles: Synthesis and Application for Nanomedicine – Cited by 1572 – 2019 🧬⚗️
📗 Ultrasensitive flexible graphene based field-effect transistor (FET)-type bioelectronic nose – Cited by 395 – 2012 👃🧪
📘 Ultrafast photonic PCR – Cited by 272 – 2015 💡🔬
📗 Polypyrrole nanotubes conjugated with human olfactory receptors – Cited by 262 – 2009 🔋👃
📘 Single-carbon-atomic-resolution detection of odorant molecules – Cited by 218 – 2009 👃⚛️
📗 Synthesis, Properties, and Biological Applications of Metallic Alloy Nanoparticles – Cited by 214 – 2020 🧲🧬
📘 Nanovesicle-based bioelectronic nose platform – Cited by 181 – 2012 👃🧫
📗 Human Taste Receptor-Functionalized FET as Nanobioelectronic Tongue – Cited by 144 – 2013 👅📟
📘 Mimicking the human smell sensing mechanism – Cited by 141 – 2012 👃🧠
📗 Canine olfactory nanovesicle–CNT hybrid sensor for food quality – Cited by 128 – 2012 🐶🥩
📘 Molecular profiling of single circulating tumor cells – Cited by 118 – 2016 🧫🧬
📗 Nanomaterial-based biosensor as a biomedical tool – Cited by 115 – 2012 🧪💉
📘 Emerging Ultrafast Nucleic Acid Amplification Technologies – Cited by 113 – 2019 ⚡🧬
📗 Hemolysis-free blood plasma separation – Cited by 107 – 2014 💉💧
📘 Duplex bioelectronic tongue for sensing umami and sweet – Cited by 106 – 2016 👅🍬
📗 Real-time monitoring of odorant reactions via SPR – Cited by 106 – 2009 👃📡
📘 Cell-based olfactory biosensor with planar electrode – Cited by 105 – 2009 🧪⚙️
📗 Bioelectronic nose using CNT and olfactory receptors – Cited by 99 – 2012 👃🧪

Wei Li | Biosensing | Best Researcher Award

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Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wei Li | Biosensing | Best Researcher Award

Associate professor, Nanjing Tech University, China

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wei Li is an expert in biomedical imaging 🏥, fluorescent probe design 🌈, and nano-functionalization ⚛️. He earned his Ph.D. (2020) and completed a postdoc (2023) at Hunan University under Prof. Lin Yuan. Currently, he is an Associate Professor at Nanjing Tech University. His research focuses on optical imaging platforms, biomolecular recognition, and chemical sensors for disease diagnostics 🏥. He has published 16+ SCI papers in top journals like JACS and Angew. Chem. 📜 and leads multiple national research projects 🎯. Dr. Li also serves as a peer reviewer for renowned journals.

 

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🎓 Educational Background

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wei Li has a strong academic foundation in chemistry and chemical engineering ⚛️. He earned his B.S. (2015) from the Hubei University of Technology 🏫, followed by a Ph.D. (2020) from Hunan University 🎓, where he conducted research under the guidance of Prof. Lin Yuan 🧪. Continuing his pursuit of scientific excellence, he completed a postdoctoral fellowship (2023) at the State Key Laboratory of Chemo/Biosensing and Chemometrics, Hunan University 🔬. His studies have been instrumental in advancing biomedical imaging, biosensing, and molecular probe design 🏥, laying a strong foundation for his academic and research career.

 

🏅 Professional Experience

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wei Li has made significant contributions to chemical and molecular engineering ⚛️. Since December 2023, he has been serving as an Associate Professor at the School of Chemical and Molecular Engineering, Nanjing Tech University 🏫, where he continues his research on biomedical imaging and biosensing 🧪. Prior to this, he worked as an Associate Research Fellow (May–October 2023) at the College of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Hunan University 🎓. His expertise in nanotechnology and molecular probe design has positioned him as a key researcher in the field of diagnostic and imaging innovations 🏥.

 

🔬 Research Focus

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wei Li specializes in biomedical imaging 🏥 and in vitro diagnostics 🧪. His research integrates dye structure regulation, biomolecular recognition strategies, and nano-functionalization to develop high-specificity and high-sensitivity biological probes 🔍. His key areas include: designing optical imaging platforms (fluorescence, afterglow) for novel biomarkers 🌟, nano-functionalization of optical probes for imaging-based diagnosis 🧫, and developing rapid chemical and biological sensors for real-time detection ⚡. His innovations provide powerful tools for biomolecule detection, advancing medical diagnostics and therapeutic applications 🚑.

 

🏆 Academic Achievements

Assoc. Prof. Dr. Wei Li has published over 16 SCI papers as first author, coauthor, or corresponding author 📝. His work appears in top chemistry journals 🧪, including J. Am. Chem. Soc., Angew. Chem. Int. Ed., Coord. Chem. Rev., Adv. Funct. Mater., Chem. Sci., Anal. Chem. (3), ACS Sens., TrAC Trends Anal. Chem., and Chinese Chem. Lett. (2). He also serves as a reviewer for prestigious journals like Anal. Chem., Theranostics, and BBA – Molecular Basis of Disease, contributing significantly to the scientific community 🌍.

Research Focus

Dr. Wei Li’s research focuses on molecular imaging, fluorescent probe design, and bioanalytical chemistry, particularly in the development of near-infrared (NIR) optical probes for biomedical imaging and disease diagnostics. His work spans applications in tumor detection, ferroptosis induction, hepatic inflammation imaging, and liver disease monitoring. He also explores pH-responsive assemblies, enzyme-activated fluorophores, and selective chemical sensors for biological targets.

Publication Top Notes

  • Rational Design of Tunable Near‐Infrared Oxazine Probe with Large Stokes Shift for Leucine Aminopeptidase Detection and Imaging
  • Molecular imaging: design mechanism and bioapplications
  • Molecular Engineering of pH-Responsive NIR Oxazine Assemblies for Evoking Tumor Ferroptosis via Triggering Lysosomal Dysfunction
  • Liver-Targeted Near-Infrared Fluorescence/Photoacoustic Dual-Modal Probe for Real-Time Imaging of <i>In Situ</i> Hepatic Inflammation
  • Engineering a selective fluorescent sensor with a high signal-to-background ratio for microalbumin detection and imaging
  • Evolving an Ultra-Sensitive Near-Infrared β-Galactosidase Fluorescent Probe for Breast Cancer Imaging and Surgical Resection Navigation
  • Recent Advances in Molecular Fluorescent Probes for CYP450 Sensing and Imaging
  • Enhancing the Release Efficiency of a Molecular Chemotherapeutic Prodrug by Photodynamic Therapy
  • Development of Probes with High Signal-to-Noise Ratios Based on the Facile Modification of Xanthene Dyes for Imaging Peroxynitrite during the Liver Ischemia/Reperfusion Process
  • Advances in Optical Imaging of Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease