Xuan Fang | Semiconductor Materials | Best Researcher Award

Dr. Xuan Fang | Semiconductor Materials | Best Researcher Award

Research Fellow at State Key Laboratory of High Power Semiconductor Lasers, School of Physics, Changchun University of Science and Technology, China.

Dr. Xuan Fang 🎓 is a dedicated Research Fellow at the State Key Laboratory of High Power Semiconductor Lasers, Changchun University of Science and Technology 🇨🇳. Specializing in advanced optoelectronic materials and devices 🔬, she focuses on structural engineering, low-dimensional materials, and MBE growth techniques ⚙️. Her pioneering monolayer-distributed epitaxy strategy has resolved key challenges in III–V alloy semiconductor growth 🧪. Dr. Fang’s innovations, including mid-IR emitting “superalloy” structures 💡, push the limits of bandgap engineering and open new pathways for next-generation photonic devices 🌐. She is also a prolific inventor with multiple national patents 🏅.

Professional Profile:

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🏆 Suitability for Best Researcher Award – Dr. Xuan Fang

Dr. Xuan Fang exhibits all the hallmarks of a top-tier researcher in the field of advanced optoelectronic materials and semiconductor device engineering. Her proven research leadership, technological innovation, and impactful contributions to semiconductor materials, MBE growth techniques, and mid-infrared photonics make her an ideal candidate for this prestigious recognition.

📘 Education & Experience

  • 🎓 Ph.D. in Optoelectronics or Physics – Specializing in semiconductor materials and nanotechnology.

  • 🧪 Research Fellow, State Key Lab of High Power Semiconductor Lasers, Changchun University of Science and Technology (Current).

  • 💼 Principal Investigator in over 10 national and regional research projects, including NSFC, China Postdoc Foundation, and industry collaborations.

  • 🧠 Expert in MBE growth, energy band prediction, low-dimensional materials, and mid-IR photonic devices.

  • 📈 Published multiple high-impact papers in SCI-indexed journals (e.g., Rare Metals, Nano Research).

  • 🛠️ Holds six national patents on semiconductor device structures and epitaxy methods.

🚀 Professional Development 

Dr. Xuan Fang’s professional journey is marked by innovative thinking and technological excellence 🎯. As Principal Investigator on numerous competitive projects 🎓, she has developed and led groundbreaking work on III-V superlattices, mid-IR lasers, and photodetectors 💡. She bridges fundamental science and real-world applications, contributing novel concepts like monolayer-distributed epitaxy and high-responsivity avalanche photodiodes 🔍. Through collaborative research and consistent experimentation, she fosters cutting-edge semiconductor advancements 🧪. Her dedication to research excellence, coupled with intellectual property creation 📑, reflects a career built on curiosity, precision, and scientific impact 🌍.

🔬 Research Focus Category

Dr. Fang’s research lies at the intersection of advanced semiconductor materials and device engineering ⚙️. Her focus spans low-dimensional systems, type-II superlattices, quantum heterostructures, and mid-infrared optoelectronics 🔦. She specializes in molecular beam epitaxy (MBE) to develop multicomponent alloy structures with high luminescence and carrier lifetimes 🌈. With deep expertise in energy band structure prediction and device integration, Dr. Fang addresses critical challenges in laser efficiency, detection precision, and material compatibility 🔍. Her work propels forward-thinking technologies in infrared imaging, sensing, and next-gen photonic integration 🚀.

🏆 Awards & Honors

  • 🧠 Principal Investigator for major NSFC and China Postdoc Foundation projects.

  • 🥇 Multiple national patents granted on novel epitaxy methods and optoelectronic devices.

  • 🧪 Recognized for pioneering mid-IR superalloy device structures.

  • 📊 Consistently publishes in high-impact journals indexed in SCI and Scopus.

  • 🏅 Leading innovator in semiconductor structural engineering and optoelectronic integration.

Publication Top Notes

1. Cu-Plasma-Induced Interfacial Engineering for Nanosecond Scale WS₂/CuO Heterojunction Photodetectors

Authors: Tianze Kan, Kaixi Shi, Fujun Liu, Jinhua Li, Xuan Fang
Journal: Advanced Optical Materials, 2025
Summary: This study presents a novel Cu-plasma treatment to engineer the WS₂/CuO interface, significantly boosting carrier dynamics and photoresponse speed. Achieving nanosecond-level response, the device offers enhanced performance for ultrafast photodetection in optoelectronic systems.
Citations: 1

2. Nanoengineering Construction of g-C₃N₄/Bi₂WO₆ S-Scheme Heterojunctions for Enhanced CO₂ Reduction and Pollutant Degradation

Authors: Bingke Zhang, Yaxin Liu, Dongbo Wang, Liancheng Zhao, Jinzhong Wang
Journal: Separation and Purification Technology, 2025
Summary: This paper demonstrates a g-C₃N₄/Bi₂WO₆ S-scheme heterojunction that significantly improves photocatalytic CO₂ reduction and pollutant degradation. The synergistic interface enhances charge separation and transfer, yielding superior photocatalytic efficiency.
Citations: 17
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3. Plasma-Enhanced Interfacial Electric Field for High-Performance MoS₂/p-Si Photovoltaic Photodetectors

Authors: Wanyu Wang, Kaixi Shi, Jinhua Li, Xueying Chu, Xuan Fang
Journal: ACS Applied Nano Materials, 2024
Summary: The authors explore plasma treatment to create a strong interfacial electric field in MoS₂/p-Si heterostructures, enabling enhanced light absorption and charge carrier dynamics for high-performance photovoltaic photodetection.
Citations: 1

4. High-Performance Self-Driven Broadband Photoelectrochemical Photodetector Based on rGO/Bi₂Te₃ Heterojunction

Authors: Chenchen Zhao, Yangyang Liu, Dongbo Wang, Liancheng Zhao, Jinzhong Wang
Journal: Nano Materials Science, 2024 | Open Access
Summary: A reduced graphene oxide (rGO)/Bi₂Te₃ heterojunction-based self-powered photodetector is introduced, featuring broadband detection and fast photoresponse, promising for next-gen PEC optoelectronics.
Citations: 3

5. Al@Al₂O₃ Core-Shell Plasmonic Design for Solving High Responsivity–Low Dark Current Tradeoff in MoS₂ Photodetectors

Authors: Ziquan Shen, Wanyu Wang, Zhe Xu, Xuan Fang, Mingze Xu
Journal: Applied Physics Letters, 2024
Summary: By integrating Al@Al₂O₃ core-shell nanostructures, this study mitigates the tradeoff between responsivity and dark current in MoS₂ photodetectors, enhancing device performance through plasmonic effects.
Citations: 2

6. Design of a Self-Powered 2D Te/PtSe₂ Heterojunction for Room-Temperature NIR Detection

Authors: Fengtian Xia, Dongbo Wang, Wen He, Lihua Liu, Liancheng Zhao
Journal: Journal of Materials Chemistry C, 2024
Summary: This paper introduces a novel 2D Te/PtSe₂ heterojunction photodetector capable of room-temperature NIR sensing. The self-powered device exhibits low power consumption, high sensitivity, and stability.
Citations: 1

🧾 Conclusion

Dr. Xuan Fang is not only a prolific and innovative researcher but also a strategic thinker with a rare blend of academic excellence, technical innovation, and practical relevance. Her pioneering work in mid-IR optoelectronics, mastery of semiconductor growth technologies, and tangible contributions through patents and publications establish her as a top contender for the Best Researcher Award.

Angelica Rocco | Building Materials | Women Researcher Award

Dr. Angelica Rocco | Building Materials | Women Researcher Award

Orcid Profile

Educational Details

Dr. Angelica Rocco has a rich educational background centered on architecture and sustainable design. She participated in the International Workshop for PhD Students Water & Cities: Ecological Transition Through Water Saving and Management organized by UNISCAPE at the University of Naples Federico II in 2022. She earned a II Level Master in Architecture and Design for Internal Areas – Reconstruction of Small Countries from the Department of Architecture (DIARC) at the same university, where she completed her thesis titled The Head of the Skein: Interweaving of Ancient Knowledge and Flavors on the Traces of the Ancient Wool Route under the supervision of Prof. Adele Picone, achieving the highest evaluation of 110/110.

Dr. Rocco also holds a Master’s Degree in Building Engineering Architecture from the University of Naples Federico II, completed in July 2019. Her thesis, supervised by Prof. Dora Francese and co-supervised by Prof. Paulo J. Mendonça from the University of Minho (Portugal), explored Tensile Structures and Other Materials for Sustainable Architecture in Guimaraes (Portugal) – Social Housing, and she earned a final evaluation of 107/110. Additionally, she completed an Annual University Perfection Diploma in CLIL Methodology in Secondary School Education with English Reference from Dante Alighieri University for Foreigners in 2021, again achieving top marks of 110/110.

Her academic journey also includes professional training through a three-year program on initial teaching and internships (FIT) at the University of Naples Federico II (2017/2018), as well as participation in the Erasmus+ Program at the University of Minho, Portugal, during the 2015/2016 academic year. She began her educational path by earning a Scientific High School Diploma from L. Da Vinci Scientific High School in Vallo della Lucania, Italy, in 2003, graduating with a final score of 86/100.

Professional Experience

Technology Teacher (A060): First Level Secondary School, Naples (2020 – Present).

Laboratory Teacher for Textile and Embroidery: IFTS Training Center, Regenerative Tourism (March – June 2006).

Expert in Traditional Processing and Conservation: IFTS Training Center, Regenerative Tourism (March – June 2006).

Teaching Collaboration: Since 2019, Dr. Rocco has been collaborating with the University of Naples Federico II in teaching activities, particularly in the architectural technology sector (ICAR/12). She has worked closely with Prof. Paola De Joanna, Prof. Dora Francese, and Prof. Antonio Passaro.

Research Interest

Sustainable Architecture and Building Materials: Focus on tensile structures and the integration of eco-friendly materials for social housing projects.

Water Management in Urban Systems: Engaged in research on ecological transitions through water saving and sustainable urban design.

Conservation of Traditional Techniques: Specialization in traditional textile processing and its role in regenerative tourism.

Memberships

IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) since June 2023.

Eudoxia Research University, USA & India: International Innovation Program since January 2024.

Top Notable Publications

Adobe Blocks Reinforced with Vegetal Fibres: Mechanical and Thermal Characterisation
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2024
DOI: 10.3390/buildings14082582
Source: Buildings, August 22, 2024.

RETE DELLE GRANDI MACCHINE A SPALLA ITALIANE: ESTENSIONE DEL PATRIMONIO IMMATERIALE DAL DIVE INTO ICH UNESCO
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2023
Source: Los cuadernos del ReUSO, November 21, 2023.

Bibliometric Review of Building Material Assessment for Energy Efficiency in Urban Digital Twins
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2023
DOI: 10.55529/ijasm.35.22.32
Source: International Journal of Applied and Structural Mechanics, September 13, 2023.

Use of Vegetable Materials for Temporary Structures and Infrastructures
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2023
Source: Mediterranean Architecture and the Green-Digital Transition, September 8, 2023, pp. 313–324.

GIS Model of Vegetable Fibre Building Materials
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2023
Source: ICBBM 2023 5th International Conference on Bio-Based Building Materials (RILEM), June 20, 2023.

Bio-Based Building Materials
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2023
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-33465-8
ISBN: 9783031334641, 9783031334658
Source: Springer Nature Switzerland, 2023.

Farm to Fork e Biodiversità: nuove opportunità per il settore delle costruzioni dagli scarti delle filiere cerealicole
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2023
Source: Urbanistica Informazioni, 2023.

Paesaggio rurale, economia circolare e risorse vegetali: l’architettura dei Mulini ad acqua
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2023
Source: A cento anni dalla legge Croce. Nuove prospettive sul paesaggio, Department of Architecture, University of Naples Federico II, 2023.

Dalla Valle della Biodiversità Brembana per una rinascita della filiera del lino
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2023
Source: GIS Day 2022. Il GIS per il governo e la gestione del territorio, 2023.

On the Trail of the Ancient ‘The Wool Route’: Enhancement Proposal for the Campania Region in Italy
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2023
Source: GIS Day 2022. Il GIS per il governo e la gestione del territorio, 2023.

Copertina Rivista SMC N.16 | 2022 Digital and Completion Procedure
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2022
Source: Luciano Editore, December 2022.

Waterfront Renaissance in Bagnoli (Italy)
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2022
Source: Proceedings of the Xth edition of the ReUSO – Documentation, Restoration and Reuse of Heritage, November 2, 2022.

PRACTICABILITY STUDY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A WOOL SUPPLY CHAIN IN CAMPANIA REGION, STUDIO DI FATTIBILITÀ PER LO SVILUPPO DI UNA FILIERA DELLA LANA NELLA REGIONE CAMPANIA
Authors: Angelica Rocco
Year: 2022
Source: Sustainable Mediterranean Construction, 2022.
EID: 2-s2.0-85160223775
ISSN: 24208213, 23851546.

Conclusion

Based on her diverse educational background, active teaching roles, and research contributions in architecture, sustainability, and urban systems, Dr. Angelica Rocco is well-suited for the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her work on sustainable architecture and her integration of traditional knowledge with modern engineering solutions make her a strong candidate for this award.