Research output per year
Research output per year
Personal profile
Author IDs
ORCID iD: 0000-0003-4153-9558
Scopus Author ID: 27167834800
Impact
Qualifications (Brief)
Ph.D (University of California, San Diego)
M.S. (National University of Singapore)
B.S. (Peking University)
Qualifications/Experiences
Assistant Professor (May 2007 –) Dept. of Physics and Materials Science, City University of Hong Kong
Research Scientist (2004 – 2007) Hitachi Chemical Research Center, Irvine, CA
Editor or Editorial Membership
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American Journal of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging(a journal launched in 2011, fully indexed in PubMed) |
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Materials Letters |
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American Journal of Translational Research |
Patents
1. M.J. Sailor, Y.Y. Li, J. Dorvee, and N. Trujillo, “Magnetic porous particles that produces predetermined optical response and method of making”, PCT international application, 2008.
2. Y.Y Li, and M. Kim, “Micro-textured materials by microdroplet patterning for enhanced cell attachment”, US patent application, 2006.
3. W. Freeman, M.J. Sailor, L. Cheng, , F. Cunin, E. Anglin, and Y.Y. Li, “Porous photonic crystals for drug delivery to the eyes”, PCT international application, 2006.
4. Y.Y. Li, V.S. Kollengode, S. Meade, and M.J. Sailor, “Polymer composite photonic particles”, PCT international application, 2006.
5. M.J. Sailor, M.P. Schwartz, S. Alvarez, S. Bhatia, A. Derfus, B. Migliori, L. Chao, Y.Y. Li, R.A. Campbell, J. Dorvee, and R.U. Camilla, “Porous photonic crystals with light scattering domains and methods of synthesis and use thereof”, PCT international application, 2006.
6. Y.Y. Li, F. Cunin, M.J. Sailor, J.R. Link, T. Gao, “Nanostructured casting of organic and bio-polymers in porous silicon templates”, US Patent 7713778.
Position(s) Available
Welcome to join us!
Our research is highly interdisciplinary, which provides unique training and educational opportunities for undergraduate, graduate students and post docs. Our research projects will provide students and postdocs with a wide range of fundamental knowledge and practical skills that will benefit their future development in both academia and industry. The educational strength of our research lies in its multi-disciplinary nature that emphasizes close interactions amongst materials chemistry, applied physics and various aspects of biology and mechanical engineering.
Post-doctoral Scholar
Occasionally we have openings for postdoctoral fellows. Interested candidates please send your resume to Y.Y. Li by email (yangli@ cityu.edu.hk). Previous experience in electrochemistry is strongly desired.
Research Assistant/Associate
Often we have openings for research assistants/associates (RAs). BS or MS degree holders who wish to continure their study in our Ph.D program after completing their RA appointments are particularly encouraged to apply. Interested candidates please send your resume to Y.Y. Li by email ([email protected]).
Graduate Student
Candidates with a B.S. or an M.S. in chemistry, physics, bioengineering, materials science or related fields are encouraged to apply. A strong publication record will be a definite asset.
A detailed resume is requested. In particular, according to the application scheme of the university, please include the following information:
1. Journal papers published or accepted.
2. GPA and transcript.
3. English proficiency test score. The University’s minimum English proficiency requirement for applicants from an institution where the teaching language is not English is:
a. 550 (paper-based test) or 213 (computer-based test) or 79 (internet-based test) in TOEFL.
b. An overall band score of 6.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
c. Band 6 in the Chinese mainland's College English Test.
d. Equivalent qualifications are also acceptable.
Interested candidates may submit their resume to Y.Y. Li by email ([email protected]).
Research Interests/Areas
Electrochemical nanofabrication
Functional porous nanomaterials
Sensors
Electrode materials
Smart biomaterials
Teaching
Courses
AP2102 Introduction to Materials Engineering
AP3190/3290 Thermodynamics
AP5301/8301 Instrumental Methods of Analysis and Labs
AP2104 Mechanics of Solids
AP4173/6173/8173 Biomedical Materials
AP4118/6118 Composite Materials
AP8001M Survival Skills for Research Scientists
AP4175/6175 Advanced Technologies in Biomedical Devices
AP3171 Materials Characterization Techniques
AP1201 General Physics I
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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A Nanostructured Ru-Mn-Nb Alloy with Oxygen-Enriched Boundaries for Ampere-Level Hydrogen Evolution
Li, J., Wang, X., Yu, J., Xu, K., Jia, Z., Li, H., Ren, L., Yang, Y., Chang, K., Li, Y., Liu, X., Lu, J. & Liu, S., 26 Apr 2025, (Online published) In: Advanced Science. 2501976.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Cascaded Metalation of Two-Dimensional Covalent Organic Frameworks for Boosting Electrochemical CO Reduction
Gu, Q. (Co-first Author), Xin, Y. (Co-first Author), Sun, M., Zhang, H., Tang, A., Zhao, Y., Chen, Z., Song, Y., Naren, T., Zhang, L., Wu, J., Wang, X., Kang, F., Li, Y. Y., Chen, F.-R., Wan, C., Huang, B., Ye, R. & Zhang, Q., 26 May 2025, In: Angewandte Chemie - International Edition. 64, 22, e202505461.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
2 Citations (Scopus) -
Method for Preparing Ceramic Materials And Products Thereof
WANG, H. (Inventor), XU, Z. (Inventor), LU, J. (Inventor) & LI, Y. (Inventor), 20 May 2025, Patent No. US12304868B2, Priority No. 17/447,142Research output: Patents, Agreements and Assignments › RGC 51 - Patents (CityUHK)
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Nitrate-to-ammonia conversion with a plasmonic antenna-reactor catalyst
Ou, W., Guo, Y., Zhong, J., Lyu, F., Shen, J., Li, H., Zhang, S., Li, Z., He, Z., He, J., Mo, Q., Zhi, C., Li, Y. Y. & Lu, J., 21 Feb 2025, In: Energy and Environmental Science. 18, 4, p. 1673-1682Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
5 Citations (Scopus) -
Octopus-Inspired, Flexible Plasmonic Arrays for Multi-Modal Laser Sensing
Liu, Y. (Co-first Author), Long, Y. (Co-first Author), Hu, X., Yang, Q., Liu, X., Sun, C., Chen, A., Liang, X., Zhou, B., Lei, D., Li, Y., Guo, L. & Lu, J., 13 May 2025, (Online published) In: Advanced Functional Materials. 2505026.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews › RGC 21 - Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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ITF: High-Fidelity Lunar Regolith Simulant: Laying A Solid Foundation for Lunar Exploration
LI, Y. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator), LU, J. (Co-Investigator) & YAO, W. (Co-Investigator)
1/04/25 → …
Project: Research
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ITF: Green Orthopedic Coating Technology for Diverse Implants: Low-Cost High-Performance Hydroxyapatite Coatings Through Innovative Biomineral Gels
LI, Y. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator) & HUANG, Y. (Co-Investigator)
3/03/25 → …
Project: Research
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ITF-ExtU-Lead: Development of Cellulose Membrane for Highly Safe Battery - Assembly and Evaluation of Li-Ion Cells
YAO, L. (Main Project Coordinator [External]), LI, Y. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator) & ZHI, C. (Co-Investigator)
15/06/24 → …
Project: Research
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JLFS: IMR-CityU Joint Laboratory of Nanomaterials & Nanomechanics
LU, J. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator), LI, Y. (Co-Principal Investigator), GU, J. (Co-Investigator), Lu, K. (Co-Investigator), LUAN, H. (Co-Investigator), YANG, T. (Co-Investigator), ZHANG, L. (Co-Investigator) & ZHOU, Z. (Co-Investigator)
1/01/24 → …
Project: Research
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CNERC: Hong Kong Branch of National Precious Metals Material Engineering Research Center (NPMM) - ITC Fund
LU, J. (Principal Investigator / Project Coordinator), FAN, Z. (Co-Investigator), HE, X. (Co-Investigator), LEI, D. (Co-Investigator), LI, Y. (Co-Investigator), LIU, C. T. (Co-Investigator), LU, Y. (Co-Investigator), WANG, X.-L. (Co-Investigator), WANG, X. (Co-Investigator), YANG, Y. (Co-Investigator), YANG, T. (Co-Investigator), ZHANG, K. (Co-Investigator), ZHANG, H. (Co-Investigator) & ZHANG, W. (Co-Investigator)
12/10/15 → …
Project: Research
Prizes
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Gold Medal with Congratulations of the Jury at the 50th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva
LU, J. (Recipient), SHEN, J. (Recipient), ZHOU, B. (Recipient), LI, S. (Recipient), ZHANG, Y. (Recipient) & LI, Y. (Recipient), Apr 2025
Prize: RGC 64B - Prizes and awards
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Gold Medal at the 48th International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva
LU, J. (Recipient), LI, Y. (Recipient), ZHOU, B. (Recipient) & SHEN, J. (Recipient), Apr 2023
Prize: RGC 64B - Prizes and awards
Press/Media
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Novel electrocatalysts for hydrogen production offer hope for solving the energy crisis
14/12/22
3 items of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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Novel way to quantify the thermal and non-thermal effects in plasmon-mediated chemical reactions
LI, Y., LU, J., LEI, D., OU, W., ZHOU, B. & LI, S.
26/03/20
1 item of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media
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CityU’s record-breaking showing at International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva
LAU, C., LEUNG, M. Y. K., HILL, F. I., PANG, S. W., LI, H., WANG, S., YU, X., LEI, D., LI, Y., WU, W., ZHU, Z., TSO, C. Y., ZHANG, W., TU, K. N., LIU, Y., NG, S. T. T., ZHAO, S., LEE, W. M., LAM, H. F., LUO, X., ZHANG, Z., ZHAO, X., YAN, H., XIE, M., ZHU, K., JING, X., HU, J., TSE, C. F. N., LU, J., LAM, H. W. M., LAM, H. W. R., HO, J. C. Y., DAOUD, W., KHOO, B. L., KWONG, T. W. S., LI, X., CHAN, C. H., LUK, K. M., CHU, P. K. H., LO, P. K. P. & ZHI, C.
29/04/23
7 items of Media coverage
Press/Media: Press / Media