Professor Shuhong Yu is a renowned Chinese materials scientist and academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS). He is celebrated for his groundbreaking work in the fields of nanomaterials, biomimetic materials, and functional materials, with a focus on the synthesis, assembly, and application of advanced materials.Education and Career
Professor Yu obtained his Bachelor’s degree from Hefei University of Technology in China.He earned his Ph.D. from the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC).After completing his doctoral studies, he conducted postdoctoral research at the University of Tokyo in Japan and the Max Planck Institute of Colloids and Interfaces in Germany.

He is currently a professor at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) and serves as the director of the Hefei National Laboratory for Physical Sciences at the Microscale.

Research Contributions
Professor Yu’s research focuses on the design and synthesis of novel nanomaterials, biomimetic materials, and hierarchical structures inspired by nature. His work has led to significant advancements in the fields of energy storage, catalysis, environmental remediation, and biomedical applications. He is particularly known for his contributions to the development of bio-inspired mineralization processes and the fabrication of functional materials with unique properties.

Awards and Honors
Elected as an Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS).

Recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the National Natural Science Award of China and the TWAS Prize in Chemistry.

Recognized internationally for his pioneering contributions to materials science and nanotechnology.

Professional Affiliations
Professor Yu is an active member of several international scientific organizations and serves on the editorial boards of leading materials science journals.

He has been invited to deliver keynote lectures at major international conferences, highlighting his influence in the global scientific community.

Legacy
Through his innovative research and leadership, Professor Shu-Hong Yu has made significant contributions to the advancement of materials science, inspiring researchers worldwide to explore the potential of bio-inspired and functional materials.