Xuan Fang | Semiconductor Materials | Best Researcher Award

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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 🏅.

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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.

Xuan Fang | Semiconductor Materials | Best Researcher Award

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Prof. Xuan Fang | Semiconductor Materials | Best Researcher Award

Prof. Xuan Fang at Changchun university of science and technology, China

Xuan fang is a distinguished researcher specializing in III-V and II-VI semiconductor materials and their applications in optoelectronic devices. His expertise includes epitaxial growth, low-dimensional nanostructure fabrication, and optical characterization. His groundbreaking work spans nanostructured semiconductors, mid-infrared laser technology, and bio-friendly materials, leading to high-impact publications and patents. He has spearheaded multiple national and provincial research projects, focusing on advanced semiconductor materials for LEDs, lasers, and photodetectors. Recognized for his contributions, he has received prestigious awards, including the Jin Guofan Young Scholar Award 🏆.

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Education & Experience 🎓📜

✅ Ph.D. in Semiconductor Materials – Specialized in III-V and II-VI materials 🔬
✅ Principal Investigator (PI) in multiple NSFC, provincial, and military-funded projects 🏗️
✅ Postdoctoral Researcher – Focused on bound-state exciton regulation in ZnO nanostructures ⚛️
✅ Expert in Epitaxial Growth & Optical Characterization – Developed mid-IR lasers, ZnO LEDs 🌟
✅ Contributor to Advanced Semiconductor Research – Published in top journals like Advanced Materials, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces 📚

Professional Development 🚀🔬

With a deep passion for semiconductor research, xuan fang has led pioneering work in nanostructures, mid-IR lasers, and bio-integrated materials. His contributions to wide-bandgap semiconductor devices have advanced optoelectronics significantly, especially in the areas of ZnO LEDs, InGaAsSb-based quantum wells, and type-II superlattices. As a leader in multi-scale material integration, he has successfully combined ALD and 3D printing for bio-compatible semiconductors 🏗️. His expertise extends beyond academia, actively collaborating on industrial and military semiconductor applications, ensuring real-world impact in next-gen photonic technologies ⚡.

Research Focus 🔍🛠️

Xuan fang’s research spans semiconductor physics, nanotechnology, and optoelectronic devices, with a special focus on:
🔹 II-VI Semiconductor Materials – ZnO-based LEDs, photodetectors, and nanostructures 🌟
🔹 III-V Semiconductor Materials – Mid-IR InGaAsSb lasers, quantum wells, and superlattices 🔦
🔹 Low-Dimensional Nanostructures – Core-shell nanowires, heterojunctions, and bound-state carrier effects 🧬
🔹 Bio-Compatible Semiconductors – Integration of ALD and 3D printing for biological applications 🏥
🔹 Military & Industrial Applications – Si-based lasers, plasmonic micro-nano structures 🔬

Awards & Honors 🏅✨

🏆 Jin Guofan Young Scholar Award – Chinese Instrument and Control Society (2018)
🥇 First Prize – Jilin Provincial Natural Science Academic Achievement Award (2017)
🥉 Third Prize – Jilin Provincial Science & Technology Progress Award (2012)

Publication Top Notes

1. “Controlling the Crystallinity and Morphology of Bismuth Selenide via Electrochemical Exfoliation for Tailored Reverse Saturable Absorption and Optical Limiting”

  • Publication Details: Published in Nanomaterials on December 31, 2024.​

  • DOI: 10.3390/nano15010052​

  • Summary: This study investigates the manipulation of crystallinity and morphology of bismuth selenide (Bi₂Se₃) through electrochemical exfoliation. The research focuses on enhancing the material’s nonlinear optical properties, specifically reverse saturable absorption (RSA) and optical limiting. Findings indicate that Bi₂Se₃ particles exhibit stronger RSA compared to sheet-like structures, attributed to a higher degree of oxidation and a greater number of localized defect states in the particle structures.​

  • Access: The full text is available at MDPI Nanomaterials.​

2. “Long-Wave Infrared Emission Properties of Strain-Balanced InAs/InₓGa₁₋ₓAsᵧSb₁₋ᵧ Type-II Superlattice on Different Substrates”

  • Publication Details: Published in Rare Metals in July 2024.

  • DOI: 10.1007/s12598-024-02655-3​

  • Summary: This research focuses on the development of strain-balanced InAs/InₓGa₁₋ₓAsᵧSb₁₋ᵧ type-II superlattices grown on InAs and GaSb substrates. The study achieved high-quality superlattices without lattice mismatch, which is crucial for the advancement of infrared optoelectronic devices. The findings contribute to understanding the luminescent mechanisms and improving the quality of epitaxial materials for practical applications.​

  • Access: The full text is available at Springer Link.​

3. “Atomic Imaging and Optical Properties of InAs/In₀.₅Ga₀.₅As₀.₅Sb₀.₅ Type II Superlattice”

  • Publication Details: Published in Applied Physics Letters on June 17, 2024.​

  • DOI: 10.1063/5.0209805​

  • Summary: This paper utilizes atomic imaging techniques to analyze the arrangement and distribution of elements within InAs/In₀.₅Ga₀.₅As₀.₅Sb₀.₅ type-II superlattices. The study provides insights into the material’s optical properties, which are essential for the development of high-performance infrared detectors.​

  • Access: The full text is available at Applied Physics Letters.​

4. “Review of 2D Bi₂X₃ (X = S, Se, Te): From Preparation to Photodetector”

  • Publication Details: Published in Rare Metals in June 2024.​

  • DOI: 10.1007/s12598-023-02560-1​

  • Summary: This comprehensive review covers the preparation methods, properties, and applications of two-dimensional Bi₂X₃ (X = S, Se, Te) materials, with a particular focus on their use in photodetectors. The paper discusses recent advancements and challenges in the field, providing a valuable resource for researchers interested in 2D materials and optoelectronic applications.​

  • Access: The full text is available at Rare Metals.​

5. “Adsorption Behavior of NO and NO₂ on Two-Dimensional As, Sb, and Bi Materials: First-Principles Insights”

  • Publication Details: Published in Materials in February 2024.​

  • DOI: 10.3390/ma17051024​

  • Summary: This study systematically examines the adsorption energies, density of states, and work functions of two-dimensional arsenic (As), antimony (Sb), and bismuth (Bi) materials in relation to NO and NO₂ gases. The research provides a comprehensive assessment of the gas detection capabilities of these materials, contributing to the development of sensitive and selective gas sensors.​

  • Access: The full text is available at MDPI Materials.

Conclusion

Dr. Xuan Fang is a distinguished researcher whose groundbreaking work in semiconductor optoelectronics has led to novel materials, device innovations, and significant advancements in laser and LED technology. His extensive publication record, strong research funding, impactful patents, and prestigious awards make him a highly deserving candidate for the Best Researcher Award.