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Research output per year
Personal profile
Author IDs
ORCID iD: 0000-0001-5847-1831
Scopus Author ID: 56711566400
ResearcherID: K-4965-2019
Google Scholar Profile: yPyEcBYAAAAJ
Impact
Biography
Dr. Pingan Zhu received his Ph.D. degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Hong Kong in 2017 and Bachelor's degree from the University of Science and Technology of China in 2013. Dr. Zhu is currently an Assistant Professor and leads the Non-Equilibrium Science & Technology (NEST) Lab in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, City University of Hong Kong. The NEST Lab will focus on the study of systems and phenomena out of equilibrium, especially those in the field of interfacial fluid mechanics. NEST is keen on exploring fundamental sciences, answering burning questions, as well as developing advanced technologies to address key issues in interdisciplinary fields.
Position(s) Available
Positions for PhD Students
We are looking for highly motivated students to join us. Applicants with research backgrounds in fluid mechanics, heat transfer, applied physics, micro/nanofabrication, chemical engineering, soft matter, and surface/interface science and engineering are preferred; students with backgrounds in other fields are also encouraged to apply. If you are interested, please send your CV, transcripts (including average grades in the hundred-mark system), and publications (if any) to Dr. Zhu ([email protected]). Please note that only those who are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
English Proficiency Requirements
Toefl score of 79 or above, or IELTS score of 6.5 or above, or CET-6 score of 490 or above.
Stipend
The current studentship rate is HK$17,510 per month. Please refer to the link for more details.
Outstanding applicants are encouraged to apply for Hong Kong PhD Fellowship Scheme (HKPFS).
Research Interests/Areas
Microfluidics, Fluid dynamics, Surface wettability, Micro/nano-robots, Biomimetics
Teaching
Microfluidics: From Fundamentals to Applications
Electrical and Electronic Principles I
Thermodynamics
Heat Transfer
Internship in Engineering
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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Research output
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Bubble-induced symmetry breaking in droplet impact
Zhou, Y., Zhao, W., Wang, S., Li, Y., Tang, S., Zheng, Y. & Zhu, P., 2 Apr 2025, (Online published) In: Droplet. e70006.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Programmable assemblies of photothermal anisotropic micromotors for multimodal motion
Zhao, W., Wang, S., Zhou, Y., Li, Y., Tang, S., Zheng, Y. & Zhu, P., 21 Feb 2025, In: Materials Horizons. 12, 4, p. 1168-1178Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Self-lubricated bouncing of hot droplets
Liu, Y. (Co-first Author), Zheng, Y. (Co-first Author), Zhou, Y., Zhao, W., Li, Y., Tang, S., Wang, C., Wang, S., Chai, Y. & Zhu, P., 3 Mar 2025, In: Newton. 1, 1, 12 p., 100014.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Thermo-induced reversible nanoemulsification
Zhu, P. & Wang, L., 9 Apr 2025, (Online published) In: Matter. 102103.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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一種表徵液體剪切粘度變化特性的方法及裝置
Translated title of the contribution :A technique for characterizing the shear viscosity of small-volume liquids Research output: Patents, Agreements and Assignments › RGC 51 - Patents (CityUHK)
Projects
- 6 Active
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RIF-Sub-pj: Thin, Soft, Wireless, Air and Sweat Permeable Electronics for Long Term ECG Monitoring
ZHU, P. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
1/06/25 → …
Project: Research
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RIF: Thin, Soft, Wireless, Air and Sweat Permeable Electronics for Long Term ECG Monitoring
YU, X. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator), TSE, H. F. (Co-Principal Investigator), WONG, C. K. (Co-Principal Investigator), ZHENG, Z. (Co-Principal Investigator) & ZHU, P. (Co-Principal Investigator)
1/06/25 → …
Project: Research
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NSFC-YPC-HK: Precise Construction of Core-Shell Microfiber-Based Soft Actuators by Microfluidics-Enabled Soft Manufacture
ZHU, P. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
1/01/24 → …
Project: Research
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SZNSFC-GP-SRI: 非均质微纤维软体驱动器的变形机理研究
ZHU, P. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
28/10/22 → …
Project: Research
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ECS: Bioinspired Soft Microactuators by Droplet Microfluidics
ZHU, P. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator)
1/01/22 → …
Project: Research
Prizes
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Outstanding Reviewer for Lab on a Chip in 2023
ZHU, P. (Recipient), 2024
Prize: 64B_Prizes and awards
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Outstanding Reviewer for Lab on a Chip in 2022
ZHU, P. (Recipient), 2023
Prize: 64B_Prizes and awards
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Associate Fellow of International Association of Advanced Materials
ZHU, P. (Recipient), 2023
Prize: 64B_Prizes and awards
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Press/Media
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World’s first new discovery of liquid directional steering in two centuries
16/09/21 → 22/09/21
20 items of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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World’s first discovery of liquid directional steering on a bio-inspired surface
WANG, Z., ZHU, P., YAO, X. & ZHENG, H.
17/09/21
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
Activities
- 4 61_Journal editor
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Biomicrofluidics (Journal)
ZHU, P. (Advisory Board Member)
2023 → 2024Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work (RGC: 61) › 61_Journal editor
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Soft Science (Journal)
ZHU, P. (Editorial Board Member)
May 2022 → May 2024Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work (RGC: 61) › 61_Journal editor
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Micromachines (Journal)
ZHU, P. (Guest Editor)
Feb 2022 → Dec 2023Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work (RGC: 61) › 61_Journal editor
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The Innovation (Journal)
ZHU, P. (Editorial Board Member)
Feb 2022 → Jan 2024Activity: Publication peer-review and editorial work (RGC: 61) › 61_Journal editor