Principal Investigator at College of Optical Science and Engineering/Zhejiang University, China
Professor Jingbo Li is a highly accomplished scientist in the field of condensed matter physics and optoelectronics. Currently serving as a Professor at the College of Optical Science and Engineering, Zhejiang University, China, he has played a pivotal role in advancing research in semiconductors, nanomaterials, and quantum devices. With a rich professional history that includes work at top research institutions in China and the United States, Professor Li is recognized for his interdisciplinary expertise and leadership in cutting-edge material science research. His contributions have significantly influenced the development of 2D materials, high-performance photodetectors, and ferroelectric transistors, making him a strong candidate for prestigious scientific awards.
Profile
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Education
Professor Jingbo Li’s academic foundation is firmly rooted in physics and materials science. He earned his Ph.D. in Condensed Matter Physics in 2001 from the Institute of Semiconductors, Chinese Academy of Sciences. Prior to that, he completed his M.S. in the same field at South China University of Technology in 1997, and his B.S. in Physics from Hunan Normal University in 1994. His strong academic training has equipped him with both theoretical knowledge and practical research skills, allowing him to address complex scientific challenges in a variety of disciplines related to materials and devices.
Experience
With over two decades of research and academic experience, Professor Li has held several distinguished positions. He began his postdoctoral career in 2001 at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory in the USA, followed by a research associate role at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Upon returning to China, he joined the Institute of Semiconductors at the Chinese Academy of Sciences as a professor in 2007. He later served at South China Normal University before taking up his current position at Zhejiang University in 2022. Throughout his career, he has led numerous national and international research projects, mentored graduate students, and collaborated across disciplines.
Research Interests
Professor Li’s research encompasses a broad array of scientific topics, particularly in semiconductor physics, optoelectronic materials, and quantum phenomena. His work focuses on doping mechanisms in wide-bandgap semiconductors, 2D materials, spintronic devices, quantum tunneling, and Majorana fermions. He has also advanced the development of large-scale computational algorithms for electronic structure and transport simulations. His recent investigations include ferroelectric devices, UV imaging, van der Waals heterostructures, and power chips for high-performance electronics, positioning him at the forefront of theoretical and experimental material science.
Awards
Over the course of his career, Professor Li has received numerous national and provincial honors that recognize his outstanding scientific achievements. Notable among them are the “Second Class of Natural Science Award of China” (2017), “First Class of Natural Science Award of Jiangxi Province” (2022), and “First Prize for Science and Technology Progress Award of Anhui Province” (2021). He was also selected for the “Wan-Ren Program of China” (2016), received a special government subsidy from the State Council (2015), and was honored with the “Distinguished Young Investigator Award” by the National Natural Science Foundation of China (2009). These accolades reflect his sustained excellence and leadership in research.
Selected Publications
Professor Li has authored a vast number of influential papers in high-impact journals. Below are seven recent representative publications:
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Yang et al. (2025), “2D Ferroelectric AgInP₂Se₆ for Ultra-Steep Slope Transistor,” Advanced Electronic Materials – cited for breakthrough in transistor steep slope behavior.
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Yang et al. (2025), “p-W₀.₀₉Re₀.₉₁S₂ /GaN Heterojunction for UV Image Sensing,” Laser & Photonics Reviews – recognized for high UV detectivity.
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Xiao et al. (2025), “Advanced T-In₂Se₃/M-WS₂/B-WSe₂ Photodetectors,” Small – focused on band tailoring and photodetection enhancement.
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Xiao et al. (2025), “Hydrogen Evolution on SnO₂ with Transition Metals,” Sci. Sin. Phys. Mech. Astron. – explored catalytic activity in hydrogen evolution.
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Wu et al. (2025), “Wafer-Scale 4H-SiC UV Photodetector,” Nano Research – developed for high-voltage UV detection.
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Chen et al. (2025), “Lensless Polarimetric Imaging via Te/ReSe₂,” Nano Letters – enabled polarization-sensitive photodetectors.
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Zhu et al. (2024), “2D Te Field-Effect Transistors,” Advanced Functional Materials – focused on junction field-effect mobility.
These publications have garnered citations in related studies on ferroelectric materials, 2D heterostructures, and next-gen photonic devices.
Conclusion
In summary, Professor Jingbo Li is an exceptional researcher whose scientific achievements have had a profound impact on condensed matter physics and optoelectronics. His rigorous academic training, extensive professional experience, cutting-edge research, and recognition through prestigious awards underscore his contributions to both theoretical science and practical technology. As an influential scientist and academic leader, he exemplifies the qualities sought in candidates for major research awards. His nomination is a testament to his enduring commitment to advancing scientific knowledge and innovation on both national and global scales.