Research assistant, National University of Defense Technology, China
Yu-shuang Zhang is a Lecturer at the National University of Defense Technology (NUDT), China, specializing in materials science and engineering. Born in 1992, he has made notable contributions in the fields of nanotechnology, optoelectronics, and material science, particularly in the development of 2D materials like black phosphorus and gold phosphide. His groundbreaking work includes innovative research in mid-infrared lasing, fluorescence enhancement, and photodetector applications. With a passion for advancing materials technology, Yu-shuang has quickly gained recognition in the academic community. He has authored multiple publications in prestigious journals such as Advanced Materials and Nature Communications, and his research has been cited widely. In addition to his academic achievements, he is committed to mentoring the next generation of scientists. Yu-shuang’s work has earned him several notable awards, and he continues to pursue cutting-edge research at NUDT.
Profile
Education
Yu-shuang Zhang completed his undergraduate studies at HeFei University of Technology, China, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Science and Technology in 2016. Following this, he pursued two PhDs, first at Hunan University, China, where he earned his PhD in Materials Science and Engineering in 2022. Additionally, Yu-shuang spent time at the CAS Suzhou Institute of Nano-tech and Nano-bionics, where he further specialized in Materials Science and Engineering from May to December 2021. His academic journey is characterized by a strong focus on cutting-edge research in nanomaterials and optoelectronics, which has greatly contributed to his development as an expert in the field. With his solid foundation in both electronics and materials science, Yu-shuang is well-equipped to lead innovative research projects and contribute to advancements in materials technology.
Awards and Honors
Yu-shuang Zhang has received numerous prestigious awards for his exceptional contributions to the field of materials science and engineering. In 2024, he was honored with the Young Scientist Award at the Seminar on Emerging Functional Materials and Devices in China. His work in semiconductor research earned him a China Semiconductor Top Ten Research Progress Nomination Award in 2020. The same year, he was also awarded the President’s Scholarship and the Yangtze River Environmental Scholarship by Hunan University, further recognizing his academic excellence. Yu-shuang’s innovation and dedication were also acknowledged with a Second Prize at the 13th Hunan Graduate Innovation Forum in 2020. These awards highlight his remarkable achievements and the significant impact his research has had on the scientific community, particularly in the areas of nanomaterials and optoelectronics.
Research Focus
Yu-shuang Zhang’s research primarily focuses on materials science and engineering, with particular emphasis on nanomaterials, optoelectronics, and photodetectors. He has made pioneering contributions to the development of 2D materials such as black phosphorus and gold phosphide, exploring their potential for applications in mid-infrared lasing and high-performance photodetectors. His work on fluorescence enhancement through plasmon resonance and interfacial charge transfer has led to advancements in nanotechnology, while his studies on black phosphorus films have greatly improved the quality and functionality of nanoscale materials. Yu-shuang’s research also includes the development of novel infrared photodetectors based on 2D materials, which have broad applications in sensing and communication technologies. His multidisciplinary approach bridges material science, engineering, and nanotechnology, and his work is poised to significantly impact the future of optoelectronics, sensing devices, and advanced material applications.
Publications
- Synergistic Enhancement of Fluorescence Through Plasmon Resonance and Interfacial Charge Transfer by AgNC@AgAuxCore–Shell Quantum Dots – Advanced Materials, 2025 📚✨
- Wavelength-Tunable Mid-Infrared Lasing from Black Phosphorus Nanosheets – Advanced Materials, 2020 🌟📡
- Infrared Photodetector Based on 2D Monoclinic Gold Phosphide Nanosheets Yielded from One-Step Chemical Vapor Transport Deposition – Applied Physics Letters, 2022 🛠️🔬
- Epitaxial Nucleation and Lateral Growth of High-Crystalline Black Phosphorus Films on Silicon – Nature Communications, 2020 🌱💎
- Wide-Wavelength Tunable Mid-Infrared Lasing Based on Black Arsenic Phosphorus – Advanced Optical Materials, 2023 🔴🔭