Research output per year
Research output per year
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Author IDs
ORCID iD: 0000-0003-0932-6405
Scopus Author ID: 55729273500
Google Scholar Profile: OS_INMIAAAAJ
Impact
Qualifications (Brief)
PhD (Singapore)
Qualifications/Experiences
Core Member of Centre of Super-Diamond and Advanced Films
Biography
Dr. Sun received her B.Sc from Wuhan University and Ph.D from the National University of Singapore. Her Ph.D research focuses on systematic enzyme profiling using microarray strategy under the supervision of Professor Shao Qin Yao. She was granted a fellowship from Humboldt Foundation and carried out postdoc research with Professor Herbert Waldmann at Max Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology. Her postdoc studies involve site-specific protein modification and target identification of natural products. She joined the City University of Hong Kong in July 2011. Her current research topics include
- Developing microarray-based screening platform.
To identify biologically active peptides using high-throughput screening technology. - Developing novel fluorescent probes for live cell imaging studies.
To design and synthesize fluorescent probes for bioimaging of various biomolecules. - Developing novel biomaterials for biological application.
To design and synthesize peptide-based biomaterials for controlled drug delivery and tissue engineering.
Patents
Christmann, M; Waldmann, H.; Willot, M.; Radtke, L.; Zeigler, S.; Sun, H.; Synthetic Inhibitors for the treatment of kidney cancers. EP10075763.2.
Research Interests/Areas
- Bioorganic chemistry
- Medicinal chemistry
- Microarray
- Cell-based assay
- Drug action mechanism
- Biosensor
- Biomaterial
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
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SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being -
SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy -
SDG 13 Climate Action
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Research output
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A bioorthogonal frequency-shift SERS sensor for the ultrasensitive diagnosis of γ-glutamyl transferase activity
Gao, Y., Guo, Q., Sun, J., Dai, W., Sun, H. & Chen, J. L., 4 Aug 2026, (Online published) In: Sensors & Diagnostics.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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An Activatable Nitrobenzoselenadiazole-based Probe for Selective Protein Labeling and Targeted Phototherapy
Ren, X., Yi, W., Yang, L., Ye, X., Li, C. H., Zhang, F., Lin, J. & Sun, H., Apr 2026, In: Chemical Research in Chinese Universities. 42, 2, p. 526–533 8 p.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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De novo design of nitrobenzoselenadiazole-based activatable photosensitizers for fluorescence imaging-guided photodynamic therapy
Lu, R. (Co-first Author), Chen, X. (Co-first Author), Yang, H., Huang, S., Chen, J., Song, X., Yang, L. & Sun, H., 1 Dec 2026, In: Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical. 468, Part 1, 140713.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Dual-organelle-targeted organic small-molecule photosensitizers in photodynamic therapy
Lin, Z. (Co-first Author), Huang, S. (Co-first Author), Jiang, Y., Zhang, H. & Sun, H., 16 Mar 2026, In: Materials Chemistry Frontiers. 10, 6, p. 922-937 16 p.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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HoT auto-blinking probes enable real-time, super-resolution chromatin imaging in live cells and tissues
Wang, A., Liu, S., Shi, H., Rotkevich, M., Viana, C., Zhong, H., Zhong, L., Meng, L., Li, Y., Chen, G., Zhu, X., Ma, Z., Fu, B., Castells-Garcia, A., Zhang, J., Sun, H. & Cosma, M. P., 17 Sept 2026, In: Molecular Cell. 86, 18, p. 3840-3855Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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ITF: Design and Synthesis of Molecular Glues Targeting KRAS G12D for Anti-Pancreatic Cancer Studies
SUN, H. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator), HUANG, S. (Co-Investigator), LIU, S. (Co-Investigator) & WANG, D. (Co-Investigator)
1/07/26 → …
Project: Research
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SZNSFC-GP-SRI: 新型RNA 靶向性光敏剂的开发与肿瘤诊疗一体化
SUN, H. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
21/10/25 → …
Project: Research
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GRF: Developing Self-Blinking Probes for Super-Resolution Imaging of Chromatin in Live Cells
SUN, H. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
1/09/25 → …
Project: Research
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CRF: A High-performance Mass Spectrometry Platform for Next-generation Proteomics and Metabolomics
ZHANG, L. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator), LAI, K. O. (Co-Principal Investigator), NG, C. F. (Co-Principal Investigator), SUN, H. (Co-Principal Investigator), XIA, J. (Co-Principal Investigator), YAN, J. (Co-Principal Investigator), YANG, M. (Co-Principal Investigator), Yao, Z. (Co-Principal Investigator), YIN, H. (Co-Principal Investigator) & ZHAO, Q. (Co-Principal Investigator)
30/06/25 → …
Project: Research
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GRF: Chemical Tools for Investigating Lysine Demethylases in Chemoresistance of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
SUN, H. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
1/01/25 → …
Project: Research
Press/Media
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CityU ranks first in Hong Kong for the 5th consecutive year in granted US patents
WANG, Z., LAM, Y. W., SUN, H., VELLAISAMY, A. L. R., LIU, C. T. & VENKATESH, S.
24/06/21
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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Developing Fluorescent Probes and Peptide-based Materials for Biological Applications
SUN, H. (Speaker)
16 Dec 2016Activity: Talk/lecture or presentation › Talk/lecture
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The Fourth Asian Chemical Biology Conference
SUN, H. (Participant)
28 Nov 2016 → 1 Dec 2016Activity: Organizing or Participating in a conference / an event › Conference / Symposium
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Seminar Series on Neuroscience: Developing Fluorescent Probes and Peptide-based Materials for Biological Applications
SUN, H. (Speaker)
10 Nov 2016Activity: Talk/lecture or presentation › Talk/lecture