Yan-Yan Yin | Sensing materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Dr. Yan-Yan Yin | Sensing materials | Best Researcher Award

Nankai University Binhai College, China

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šŸŽ“ Educational Experience

Prof. Yin began her academic journey with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Qufu Normal University (2002–2006). She then pursued her Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry at Nankai University (2006–2012), where she conducted comprehensive research in coordination chemistry and materials synthesis. During her doctoral studies, she expanded her international perspective through a Joint Ph.D. program at the University of Texas at Austin (2009–2010), where she collaborated with leading experts in the field and deepened her understanding of global research practices.

🧪 Research Interests

Prof. Yin’s research focuses on two core areas of materials science. First, she explores functional complexes, especially MOFs, due to their tunable structures and high surface area, which make them ideal for chemical sensing and storage. Second, she is dedicated to the development of gas and humidity sensing materials, with a focus on creating robust, lead-free, and environmentally friendly alternatives for real-time monitoring of human physiological conditions. Her innovations contribute to the next generation of smart sensors with applications in health, safety, and environmental monitoring.

šŸ‘©ā€šŸ« Professional Appointments

Prof. Yin’s professional academic career has been rooted at Nankai University Binhai College, where she has steadily advanced through the academic ranks. She was appointed as a Lecturer in 2014 and held this position until 2018. Following her early success in teaching and research, she was promoted to Associate Professor in 2019, a role she fulfilled until 2023. In 2024, she was elevated to the position of Professor, a testament to her significant scholarly output, mentorship, and leadership in the academic community.

🌐 Social and Academic Appointments

Prof. Yin is actively involved in various professional organizations and scholarly activities. She is a member of the Chinese Chemical Society, reflecting her engagement with the national chemistry community. Her excellence in the field has been recognized with the title of Vebleo Fellow, an honor awarded to accomplished scientists with notable contributions to materials science and chemical innovation. Additionally, she serves as a peer reviewer for six SCI-indexed journals, where she plays a vital role in ensuring the quality and integrity of published scientific research.

Notable PublicationsšŸ“


šŸ“In-situ pyrolysis of lead-free halide perovskite Csā‚‚SnCl₆ micro-octahedra to CsCl@Csā‚‚SnCl₆ composites for robust physiological humidity monitoring

Authors: Wang, C.-J.; Guo, C.-C.; Zhang, L.-X.; Qiu, Q.-D.; Song, Q.-W.; Yin, Y.-Y.; Bie, L.-J.

Journal: Microchemical Journal

Year: 2025


šŸ“Indium‑chlorine dual-defects induced all-inorganic lead-free perovskite Csā‚‚InClā‚…Ā·Hā‚‚O for non-contact monitoring of human physiological humidity

Authors: Yue, Y.-W.; Zhang, L.-X.; Song, Q.-W.; Chai, J.-H.; Yin, Y.-Y.; Chen, S.-S.; Bie, L.-J.

Journal: Microchemical Journal

Year: 2025


šŸ“MOF-derived high-entropy oxides (YTbDyErYb)ā‚‚Oā‚ƒ for boosted non-contact physiological humidity monitoring induced by oxygen vacancy modulation

Authors: Cui, Y.; Zhu, S.-G.; Zhang, L.-X.; Shao, H.; Zheng, J.; Yin, Y.-Y.; Bie, L.-J.

Journal: Journal of Alloys and Compounds

Year: 2024


šŸ“An ultra-sensitive humidity sensor based on lead-free halide perovskite Csā‚‚TeI₆ for real-time human breath and finger monitoring

Authors: Zhao, M.-M.; Li, C.-T.; Zhang, L.-X.; Bie, L.-J.; Yin, Y.-Y.

Journal: Materials Letters

Year: 2023


šŸ“H-bonding interactions enable a 3D pillared cobalt (II) coordination polymer for touchless finger moisture detection

Authors: Dong, H.; Zhang, L.-X.; Xu, H.; Yin, Y.-Y.; Zhao, X.-B.; Bie, L.-J.

Journal: Tungsten

Year: 2023


šŸ“Intermolecular interactions enabled a semiconducting 2D supermolecular complex with robust humidity sensing performance

Authors: Yin, Y.-Y.; Zhang, L.-X.; Feng, X.-L.; Cui, Y.; Gong, X.-Y.; Bie, L.-J.

Journal: Sensors and Actuators B: Chemical

Year: 2023

Dr. Yong Ju | Sensors and Biosensors | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Yong Ju | Sensors and Biosensors | Best Researcher Award

Doctorate at UCLA/ Department of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology, United States

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šŸŽ“ Academic Background

Yong Ju is a postdoctoral researcher in the Department of Molecular and Medical Pharmacology at the David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA. He earned his Ph.D. from KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology) in 2022, specializing in the field of nucleic acid-based nanobiotechnology. His research expertise lies in the development of cutting-edge biosensing technologies for infectious diseases and cancer diagnostics.

šŸ”¬ Research Focus and Contributions

Yong Ju has made significant contributions to the field of nanobiotechnology by developing novel sensing strategies for detecting infectious viruses such as COVID-19, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). His work extends to the creation of nanotechnology- and microfluidics-enabled diagnostic platforms capable of processing blood samples for analyzing liquid biopsy markers, including circulating tumor cells (CTCs) and extracellular vesicles (EVs). These advancements are crucial for non-invasive cancer detection and improving diagnostic accuracy in clinical settings.

šŸ… Professional Memberships

Yong Ju actively participates in various professional organizations, demonstrating his commitment to scientific collaboration and advancing biotechnology research. He is a member of:

Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā Korean Society for Biotechnology and Bioengineering (KSBB)

Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā Korean Institute of Chemical Engineers (KIChE)

Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā Korean BioChip Society (KBCS)

Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā  Ā Korean Electrochemical Society (KECS)

šŸ” Areas of Research Interest

His research primarily focuses on the development of nucleic acid-based nanotechnology and microfluidic platforms to revolutionize non-invasive molecular diagnostics. By integrating sample preparation, diagnostics, and translational analysis, he aims to create innovative solutions that could bring paradigm shifts in drug discovery and clinical patient management. His vision is to bridge the gap between fundamental research and real-world clinical applications, improving early disease detection and personalized medicine.

Noted PublicationsšŸ“š

  • Article: B7-H3-Liquid Biopsy for the Characterization and Monitoring of the Dynamic Biology of Prostate Cancer
    • Authors: Yong Ju, Joshua Watson, Jasmine J. Wang, Ying-Tzu Yen, Lilit Gevorkian, Zijing Chen, Kai Han Tu, Brenda Salumbides, Aaron Phung, Chen Zhao et al.
    • Journal: Drug Resistance Updates
    • Year: 2025
  • Article: Click chemistry-mediated enrichment of circulating tumor cells and tumor-derived extracellular vesicles for dual liquid biopsy in differentiated thyroid cancer
    • Authors: Bing Feng, Jing Wang, Ryan Y. Zhang, Anna Yaxuan Wei, Chen Zhao, Ying-Tzu Yen, You-Ren Ji, Hyoyong Kim, Yong Ju, Matthew Smalley et al.
    • Journal: Nano Today
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: Multifunctional self-priming hairpin probe-based isothermal nucleic acid amplification and its applications for COVID-19 diagnosis
    • Authors: Hansol Kim, Seoyoung Lee, Yong Ju, Hyoyong Kim, Hyowon Jang, Yeonkyung Park, Sang Mo Lee, Dongeun Yong, Taejoon Kang, Hyun Gyu Park
    • Journal: Biosensors and Bioelectronics
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: A personal glucose meter-utilized strategy for portable and label-free detection of hydrogen peroxide
    • Authors: Sang Mo Lee, Hyoyong Kim, Junhyeok Yoon, Yong Ju, Hyun Gyu Park
    • Journal: Biosensors and Bioelectronics
    • Year: 2024
  • Article: A novel isothermal digital amplification system and its application for absolute quantification of respiratory infectious virus
    • Authors: Yong Ju, Yong Ju, Younseong Song, Jaemin Kim, Hyo Yong Kim, Yan Li, Kyoung G. Lee, Seok Jae Lee, Hyun Gyu Park
    • Journal: Biosensors and Bioelectronics: X
    • Year: 2023